Category Archives: performance

Performance in North Beach, Sunday, April 14, 2024

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By debramugnani Posted on June 28, 2023 – 5:09 pm | Also posted in events, singing, Uncategorized |
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An Enchanting Performance by Debra Mugnani

Thrilled to share this lively moment captured by my dear friend Laurent during my performance at the enchanting Le Petite Left Bank. Dive into the playful clip and let the magic unfold!

By debramugnani Posted on December 20, 2022 – 2:53 pm | Also posted in life, singing | Comments (0)

Highlights of Paris performances

 

By debramugnani Posted on October 17, 2017 – 2:20 pm | Also posted in singing | Comments (0)

West Coast-themed show, Bologna, Italy

 Cantina Bentivoglio, Bologna Italy

On May, 6, 2014 I performed at this excellent jazz club in Northern Italy.
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Cafe Bentivoglio2

Performances and Guest Appearances by:
Pierluigi Mingotti
Ettore Cimpincio
Biagi Fabio
Maurizio Ribani
Nicolò Sergio Cantautore
Federico Ossani
Fabrizio Nardini
Chiara Magliozzi
Maddalena Raabbi
Elena Mirandola
Sara Porqueddu

Location: Via Mascarella 4/B, 40126 Bologna, Italy

Website: www.cantinabentivoglio.it/

By debramugnani Posted on January 3, 2013 – 1:51 am | Also posted in events, singing | Comments (0)

Cabaret show at the Swan Bar, Paris, France

Enjoyed my first solo show in Paris on THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2013   JEUDI, 9 MAI, 2013  PERFORMANCE  AT 21:30, 10E

SWAN BAR

165 BOULEVARD DE MONTPARNASSE, METRO VAVIN, RER PORT ROYAL

I sang SONGS FROM THE AMERICAN SONGBOOK AND BROADWAY

accompanied by

JULIEN DOUMENJOU on piano

By debramugnani Posted on January 1, 2013 – 1:38 pm | Also posted in events, singing | Comments (0)

Melodies of Mama Mia

Enjoyed performing in a musical review of Mamma Mia

November 4th & 5th, 2011

in Tina Canepa’s production of

Mamma Mia at the

Italian Athletic Club

 

By debramugnani Posted on November 4, 2011 – 4:36 pm | Also posted in events, singing | Comments (0)

USO Victory Dance

 
 
Really enjoyed my experience at the USO Show at the Red Oak Victory!

 

For more information:  www.ssredoakvictory.com

 

By debramugnani Posted on April 28, 2011 – 7:53 pm | Also posted in events, singing | Comments (0)

Aids Emergency Relief Fund Christmas Dinner

My friend and producer, Kathy Holly, invited me to join her and pianist David Baioni and perform at the Aids Emergency Relief Fund Christmas Eve Dinner the afternoon of December 24th.  We were the first act of the show and were introduced  by none other than a Sister of Perpetual Indulgence!  The event took place at the War Memorial Veterans Building and had about 1000 people in attendance.  It was a heartwarming experience and  gift  for me to be able to participate in this way.  Thanks, Kathy!

By debramugnani Posted on December 29, 2010 – 7:08 pm | Also posted in events, singing | Comments (0)

Performing and celebrating a birthday with friends make for a great combo

I want to thank all who came out to the November 1st show at the Villa D’Este. We had Monday night football, the World Series and Dancing with the Stars to compete with but many people came out that night and I so appreciated it.

By debramugnani Posted on November 10, 2010 – 4:35 pm | Also posted in singing | Comments (0)

A week of Jazz immersion

Just back from a week at my first Stanford Jazz Residency. Studied with Madeleine Eastman, Dena De Rose and Fred Harris. I sang a lot and listened more. Every night there was an amazing concert with people like saxaphonists, Joshua Redman and Andrew Speight, pianists, George Cables and Taylor Eigsti, bassists, Larry Grenadier and Reuben Rogers, and drummers, Eddie Marshall, Clarence Penn and Eric Harland.

I was lucky enough to be able to join the Latin Jazz big band under the direction of the great flutist, John Calloway and after three days working really hard to memorize Dos Gardenias Para Ti, which most remember from the Buena Vista Social Club film, I performed it in the courtyard outside of the Stanford cafeteria and coffeehouse. Holding one’s own in the midst of about nine horn players, two drummers, marracas, piano, and bass really required focus and determination. Glad to have had that experience and look forward to trying that again one day soon!

I’ll be singing tonight at the Villa D’Este and am curious to see what the experience is like after a week of intensive immersion in the music of Jazz.

By debramugnani Posted on August 9, 2010 – 4:16 pm | Also posted in singing | Comments (1)

  • About Me

    Debra Mugnani sings in a style that is both sophisticated and emotionally direct. Her interpretations of the Great American Songbook show a deep love and respect for the material while adding a delightful spark of personality. Debra’s influences are Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McCrae and Morgana King. A native of San Francisco, Debra has also been greatly influenced and inspired by vocalists and vocal instructors she has been fortunate enough to study with; Kitty Margolis, Faith Winthrop, Jesse Foster, Madeline Eastman and Dena De Rose.

    "There is a vitality, a life-force, an energy, a quickening that is translated through you into action and because there is only one of you in all of time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is nor how valuable nor how it compares with other expressions. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open."

  • Testimonials

    "Debra, an enchanting chanteuse, delights audiences with playful and seductive performances of her charming repertoire." -- Bonita and Bill

    "Savor the sultry fashionings of Debra's jazzy renditions of classic confections."-- Linda

    "Debra is an amazing vocalist who has a special ability to connect with her audience. She brings passion and a bit of flair to every performance." -- Leslie and Michael.

    "We enjoyed dinner at the Villa D'Este in San Francisco last night accompanied by a great show. They have a diverse troop with varied talent styles, each a treat. The best way to describe Debra's performance is a true reincarnation of one of my favorite singers, Clara Bow, the IT Girl, characterized as Betty Boop. She hit every note and stayed in perfect character. If you haven't yet, you have to experience this event, held every first Monday of the month at the Villa D'Este, a classic Italian family restaurant."

    "Debra made Bob Sarlatte's surprise birthday party so wonderful! We all enjoyed her choice of music and songs. She really made the party a special occasion!" --Catherine Sarlatte

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