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Thomas Lauderdale is the driving creative force behind Pink Martini, a band renowned for its cinematic, multilingual repertoire and a distinctive 'little orchestra' aesthetic. Since forming Pink Martini in 1994, Lauderdale has blended jazz, pop, Latin, classical, and world music to create performances that feel both intimate and grand. With an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts from Willamette University and a track record of innovative collaborations, Lauderdale continues to push musical boundaries while keeping audiences engaged with diverse languages and immersive storytelling on stage.