The emotional depth and energy Brooklyn native Capathia Jenkins brings to Aretha Franklin’s musical legacy reflects decades of success interpreting a range of musical styles and forms. In-demand and critically acclaimed, Ms. Jenkins is an extraordinary concert artist, screen actress, and stage player with globe- spanning credits. Her vocal talents have been sought by the Cleveland Orchestra, Houston Symphony, Pittsburgh Symphony (with Marvin Hamlisch), National Symphony, Cincinnati Pops (with John Morris Russell), Philly Pops, San Francisco Symphony, Seattle Symphony, Utah Symphony, Minnesota Orchestra, Toronto Symphony, San Diego Symphony, the Hong Kong Philharmonic, and many others. She has additionally thrilled Broadway audiences in multiple productions including The Civil War, Godspell, and The Look of Love. On the small screen, she has been a guest on 30 Rock, The Practice, Law & Order SVU, The Sopranos, and Law & Order. Her film work includes appearances in Musical Chairs, directed by Susan Seidelman, and a live NBC version of The Wiz, as well as recording credits on blockbuster film soundtracks for Nine, Chicago, and Legally Blonde 2.