Biography

Tamara Raven is a multi-award winning singer-songwriter and violinist.

Performing across many genres including Jazz, Soul, Pop and Classical music.

Tamara’s strong 5 octave vocal range,  combined with an impeccable sense of swing, originality of interpretation and great improvisation always makes an unforgettable experience for live audiences.

 

Born in Sukhum (Abkhazia/USSR) Tamara is a graduate of the Russian Academy of Theatre Arts (GITIS) in Moscow and also studied Violin at the Moscow State Conservatory.

Starting out her career as an Opera Singer, Tamara would combine classical studies with an active contemporary performance schedule on the Jazz and club stages in and around Moscow.

In 2005 Tamara moved to Poland where she quickly establish herself on the Polish music scene and 2010 saw the release of her debut album “The Few Of My Favorite”.

Tamara has performed at numerous concerts, festivals, fashion shows and private events all over the world. 

Tamara has won many international accolades and competitions including;

  • Resident of ‘New York Fashion Life TV’
  • Caucasus ‘Golden Microphone’

I’m 2019 Tamara moved to London where she is now based and already working on the UK scene with a wide range of ensembles, band, artists and producers – from big bands, to electronic music and orchestral ensembles. Tamara regularly collaborates with many amazing international musicians, composers and DJs and her songs and compositions regularly appear on music streaming  platforms, social media and radio. Alongside all of this, Tamara works professionally as a violinist and on occasion when combined, this mix of singing and violin  is absolutely unique.

Music education is also an important part of Tamara’s work teaching vocal studies and Instrumental coach privately.