“abundant joy… the prominence of [Shorai’s] enthusiasm is hard to ignore.” – All About Jazz

A singer/songwriter with equal parts heart, charm and individuality, Sophia Shorai has been a mainstay on the Minneapolis jazz scene for the past 15+ years. She was born in Bindura, Zimbabwe - hence, her middle name, Shorai - and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota. A classically trained pianist, she began exploring jazz in her early teens, learning vocalese from her trumpet-playing father.

With five self-released albums under her belt, she mixes old classics, modern revivals and her own pop gems with ease. Shorai has collaborated with many of the Midwest’s finest and most celebrated musicians, has garnered international vocal recognition through television shows and films, and lends her voice to commercial clients such as Macy’s, JCPenney, Target, World of Warcraft and Target, to name a few.

Well-known for her command of the jazz idiom, Shorai is currently exploring the lush landscape of modern pop with her trio. Showcasing her originals and hidden gems, Shorai finds new emotional depth and sonic space. Expect new sounds surfacing in the coming year, ‘24.

“Sophia has everything a singer could want: soul, versatility and comfort in a number of musical settings and styles, a marvelous set of ears, unique style, and a visceral love of music and performance. Whether she’s belting or crooning, she breaks hearts.” – Adam Levy, singer/songwriter

Listen on Apple Music / Spotify / SoundCloud / BandCamp

Sophia is available for live shows, event performances, voice-overs and musical collaborations.