Evening with Vanessa Collier

“Indisputable virtuosity… (she) lets rip on these self-written cuts with a kind of indisputable virtuosity… Versatile and evocative.” Living Blues Magazine

After a sold-out performance that left audiences clamoring for more, Vanessa Collier returns to Arts Bonita, bringing her electrifying blend of blues, funk, soul, and rock. A masterful multi-instrumentalist, Collier captivates with her dynamic saxophone prowess and soulful vocals, delivering performances that are both fiery and heartfelt.?

Collier’s accolades speak volumes: she’s a four-time Blues Music Award winner, earning titles such as “Horn Player of the Year” in 2019, 2020, and 2024, and “Contemporary Blues Female Artist of the Year” in 2022. Her latest album, Do It My Own Way, has garnered three 2025 Blues Music Award nominations, including Best Contemporary Blues Album.