Vocalist, composer, educator, and bandleader Raquel Marina Skilich is recognized for her adaptability, competence, and originality. Raquel recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Jazz Comprehensive at the University of Toronto. She is a winner of the 2023 Youth 4 The Ages competition hosted by the Niagara Jazz Festival and often leads her own bands around the GTA performing her own arrangements and compositions. Additionally, Raquel has more than five years of experience teaching voice, piano, and composition lessons to students of all ages. As an emerging Canadian jazz artist, Raquel is optimistic in building a music career to connect with others on a deeper level creatively and authentically.
