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Meet Daryl Sherman, a celebrated figure in American jazz renowned for her intimate singing-piano performances and a repertoire that runs from standards to show tunes, with a distinctive focus on Porter and Mercer classics. Born June 14, 1950 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, she grew into a longtime fixture of the New York City jazz scene from the mid-1970s onward. Sherman’s career combines virtuosic piano chops with a warm vocal persona, making each performance feel like an informal, yet expertly crafted, conversation with the audience. Her career highlights include a 14-year residency at the Waldorf-Astoria and collaborations with legendary peers such as Artie Shaw and Wynton Marsalis.