SOULFUL. VIBRANT. WARM. AUTHENTIC.

These are a few words to describe both Le'Andra's art, as well as her demeanor. This genre-bending, thought provoking artist, educator, author, influencer and speaker prides herself in taking her listeners on a musical journey that leaves audiences feeling as warm and full as her North Carolina roots.

Le'Andra's start came from her musical family - learning tidbits of piano at 3 from her mom and dad, and performing for the first time in a local church by the age of 5. Le'Andra spent most of her childhood immersing herself in music -- including classical music, hymns, traditional/contemporary gospel music, jazz, and more. She also spent ample time developing her reading, ear training, and arranging skills.

Le'Andra has experience playing with many highly- acclaimed artists, who have toured internationally and were nominated for prestigious awards. These include Shana Tucker, Branford Marsalis, Kierra Sheard, Lisa Simone (Nina Simone's daughter), and many more.

To date, Le'Andra has worked extensively in the fields of education and songwriting. In 2018, shortly after graduating with a BM in Jazz Studies from North Carolina Central University, she opened her very own music school (Journey Music Academy), which works to provide quality music education in fun and enjoyable ways to Durham and surrounding areas. She also, through her school, empowers aspiring artists and songwriters to embrace their work, as well as coaches them through the processes of songwriting -- which includes selling, releasing, and publishing their work.