Frank Senior giving his testimony at Rome Neal's Banana Puddin' Jazz with Andre Lewis, Dwayne Broadnax, Lonnie Plaxico and Patience Higgins, performing Errol Garners "Misty".
Recorded on 12/30/24
Video- Leslie T. Marshall
Frank Senior at Birdland with Peter Bernstein Neal Miner on bass and Jason Brown.
performing "You don't know me" from his CD "Let me be Frank.
Recorded on 11/4/23
National Endowment for the Arts Award Winner and Stylish Jazz Vocalist
Frank Senior – Jazz Vocalist and Innovator
Blind Jazz Vocalist | SAG-AFTRA | NEA
Frank Senior is a celebrated jazz vocalist with more than 50 years
of performance experience on international stages, in iconic jazz
clubs, and at major festivals and theatrical productions. Known for
his rich tone, natural swing, and soulful delivery, often likened to
Ray Charles, Nat King Cole, and Lou Rawls, he is a respected
figure in the American jazz and performing arts communities.
A member of SAG-AFTRA and the Jazz Foundation of America,
Frank recently starred as “Oedipus” in the acclaimed musical The
Gospel at Colonus at the Amphitheater at Little Island in New
York City. He was awarded a Bronx Council for the Arts Artist
grant to produce and perform concerts in the Bronx in Fall 2025,
continuing his mission to bring live jazz to local audiences.
REPRESENTATION
Available for exclusive bookings and long-term management partnerships.
JAZZ CLUBS
The Jazz Club at Aman, Birdland, Smalls, 54 Below, Thompson
Hotel, Williamsburg Music Center (Friday residency with Jerry
Eastman), Smoke Jazz and Supper Club; performs regularly at
senior centers in and around New York
VENUES & CULTURAL INSTITUTIONS
Metropolitan Museum of Art – Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium,
The United Nations, Gracie Mansion, St. Peter’s Church, Flushing
Town Hall, Amphitheater at Little Island
NOTABLE COLLABORATIONS
Barry Harris, Kim Burrell, Bobby Bryant, Spike Wilner, Valerie
Capers, John Di Martino, Tadataka Unno, Nat Adderley, Jr.,
Lafayette Harris, Matthew Whitaker, Michael Kanan, Chip
Crawford, Peter Bernstein, Jerry Eastman
FESTIVALS & CONCERT SERIES
Barry Harris Jazz Workshop in Rome – Special Guest Vocalist,
Lincoln Center’s Midsummer Night Swing, Montreal International
Jazz Festival, Morocco Jazz Festival, Co-Op City Outdoor Summer
Concert Series, Carol Sudhalter’s Astoria Big Band – Featured
Vocalist, Copenhagen Bebop Washboard Trio – Co-produced and
performed with Jacob Melchior
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Grants & Awards
Bronx Council for the Arts – Artist Grant Recipient
New York Foundation for the Arts – City Artist Corps Grant
Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival – 2nd Place, Jazz Voice Competition
VISIONS Bronx Advisory Board – Lifetime Achievement Award
Jamaica Development Corporation – Appreciation Award
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Media & TV Features
What Would You Do? (ABC) with John Quinones
Consultant to Alec Baldwin – Blind (Film)
The Wonderful World of Barry Harris – Film
Just Be Frank – Documentary
Mastercard Commercial – National Broadcast
John Canon Commercial – National Broadcast
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Press & Publications
The Guardian – “Smelling New York”
Big Think – “Travel Tales from the Blind Are Exciting and Different”
New York Daily News – “Dialog in the Dark”
Who Am I Now? – Thomas Marten
New Yorkers: A City and Its People in Our Time – Craig Taylor
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Recordings
Solo Albums:
Senior Center of Love
Listening in the Dark
Featured Guest Vocalist:
It’s About Time – Jacob Melchior
Music Speaks Louder Than Words – Jamhunters
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DATES
Frank Senior Live
Experience the Mesmerizing Jazz Vocals of
Frank Senior!
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A Note from FRANK SENIOR
I am thrilled to share that I will be receiving the Bronx Council of the Arts grant to produce and perform a series of uplifting concerts in my community here in Co-op City, Bronx NY. Stay tuned!
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Jazz WaHi Vocal Series featuring Frank Senior
Monday, September 8, 2025 | 7:00 PM
Le Cheile
839 W. 181st St. Washington Heights, NYC
Please come on out and spread the word.
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​FRANK SENIOR DOCUMENTARY
Serena Dykkman Filmmaker
In December 2023, filming began on the documentary,
about the life of New York City's, esteemed jazz vocalist Frank Senior! The documentary filming will continue in May 2024. Check back for updates on this exciting project!
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RESIDENCY AT
THE WILLIAMSBURG MUSIC CENTER
Join us every Friday night at the Williamsburg music club, located at 367 Bedford Ave., Brooklyn, NY, for an unforgettable evening with Frank Senior, a blind jazz vocalist from New York. From 9:30 PM to 12:30 AM, be captivated by Frank Senior's soulful melodies and rhythmic charm.
To reserve your spot for this exceptional musical experience, call 718-384-1654.
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NEWS
Frank Senior in Little Islands Gospel at Colonus
Frank Senior, a jazz vocalist, received praise for his performance as the aged Oedipus in the 2025 Little Island production of The Gospel at Colonus. His portrayal was noted for its emotional depth, especially given his own blindness, which resonated with the character of the exiled, blind Oedipus seeking peace and deliverance.
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"I’d like to take the time to thank the Seniors that count Millie and Lisa were my rock along with Rigby. They kept me confident, clean, gave me strength and showed their love. This was an extraordinary experience. All my friends showed up, in fact, the cast said that I had more people show up for this concert than any of the other people in the cast, so a tremendous thank you to you to! I love you guys and let’s look for something new.
Check out these reviews of
Gospel at Colonus.
Culture Sauce 7.13.25
New York Times 7.14.25
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Frank Senior's News Stand
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Dear New Yorkers,
Imagine a vibrant corner where the rhythm of the city meets the harmony of community spirit; this is Senior's News Stand on the bustling north-west corner of 42nd Street and 5th Avenue. This isn't just another news stand - it's an urban jazz melody played out in the heart of Manhattan.
Our conductor? Frank Senior, a dazzling jazz vocalist who's known for his soulful melodies, who also happens to be the city's last blind news operator. Alongside him is Pradeep, a trusted business partner with a heart as sweet as our candy assortment.
Just as a jazz ensemble weaves together saxophones, trumpets, and bass into a harmonious whole, our stand offers a rich medley of items. From a diverse range of thirst-quenching beverages to a symphony of candies that hit all the sweet, sour, and savory notes, we've got your cravings covered.
And let's not forget about our repertoire of miscellaneous merchandise. Need a pen to jot down a sudden spark of inspiration? Or a quick snack to keep the rhythm of your day going? Or perhaps a winning lotto ticket to make your day really swing? We've got all of these and more to fulfill your needs for the day.
Whether you're chasing the crescendo of your day or slowing down to a soothing adagio, our newsstand provides the perfect accompaniment. And if you're lucky, you may even catch Frank on a good day, serenading the city with a tune or two.
We cordially invite you to drop by, say hi, and immerse yourself in the sweet jazz of city life at Senior's News Stand. You'll find it's more than a newsstand; it's a unique, musical corner of Manhattan that's ready to welcome you into its melody.
To get a taste of Frank's music.
See you soon at our corner of the city!
Best Regards,
Frank Senior & Pradeep
A blind-from-birth New York City native who has been singing and performing for over 35 years. Recognized for swinging naturally, telling a lyric story without forcing, and a voice similar to Ray Charles, Nat King Cole, and Johnny Hartman.
Available for concerts, nightclubs, festivals, hotels, cruises, and any occasion that calls for first-class, professional, timeless entertainment.