Camila Meza Tickets

Camila Meza is a Chilean-born jazz vocalist, guitarist, and composer whose work spans vocal-forward jazz, Latin influences, and intricate ensemble writing. Born July 22, 1985 in Santiago, she moved to New York in 2009 to study at The New School and quickly emerged as a leading figure in contemporary jazz. She later formed The Nectar Orchestra, bringing together a distinctive blend of original compositions and fearless improvisation. Her career has earned multiple Independent Music Awards, DownBeat recognition, and a high-profile role as musical director for a Kennedy Center tribute initiated by Pat Metheny. This artist page highlights her journey, discography, and upcoming shows tied to the Portal era and Nectar Orchestra lineage.

Camila Meza's discography spans six albums, each marking a milestone in her evolution as a composer and performer. From Skylark (2007) to Retrato (2009), Prisma (2013), Traces (2016), Ambar (2019) and Portal (2025), her music explores intimate vocal lines, lush arrangements, and Afro-Latin influences. Her work has earned two Independent Music Awards for Traces and a DownBeat Rising Star recognition for Female Vocalist in 2022. In 2018, she collaborated with Pat Metheny for the NEA Jazz Masters induction at the Kennedy Center, a testament to her leadership and artistry. Fans can follow her ongoing Portal era through official channels at camilameza.com and the GroundUp Music/ Sony Masterworks pages, where updates on tours, releases, and projects are posted. Secure your seats for MAS Presents in Denver on May 22, 2025 at The Savoy Denver and Joe's Pub in New York on June 4, 2025 to experience Camila Meza live as she leads the Nectar Orchestra through original compositions and fresh interpretations.