Jennifer Madsen
Biography Jennifer Madsen
Jennifer Madsen
With over five decades of experience shaped by interpretive jazz vocals, emotional depth, and commanding stage presence, Jennifer Madsen reflects a lifetime of inspiring audiences and artists alike.
A contemporary interpreter of the American Songbook, Madsen honors timeless classics while reimagining them with a fresh and awe-inspiring creativity inherent to a true natural in her craft.
Her latest project, Girl Talk, is a female producer-led album that places a seasoned voice at the center of big band storytelling. Conceived and produced in collaboration with arranger Brent Edstrom and co-producer Sam Cardon, Girl Talk explores classic repertoire through rich orchestration and modern harmonic nuance. Featuring guest artists including Sean Jones, Jeff Coffin, and Ryan Keberle, the album delivers a breadth of artistry and intention.
Madsen’s discography includes Reimagine, Kick Off the Covers, and I Still Believe in Love, each marking her evolving voice and collaborative sensibility. Earlier in her career, she released Consider Me (1983), recently selected by P-Vine Records for its “Light Mellow” series, underscoring her enduring legacy across decades.
In addition to her performance career, Madsen is an educator and mentor. She has served as adjunct faculty at Snow College, working with jazz vocalists, singer-songwriters, and commercial music students. As the founder of Broadway Loft Concerts, she creates spaces that foster mentorship, community, and artistic growth.
Whether on stage, in the studio, or in the classroom, Madsen approaches jazz as living repertoire: music that continues to invite reinterpretation, dialogue, and depth. Her work persists guided by craft, emotion, and the quiet confidence of pure, artistic expression.
