Lexie Shehab & Emmet Althoen

Join us for an evening of jazz and soul at The Sanctuary Studio, featuring two rising young talents from the Orange County School of the Arts.

Vocalist Lexie Shehab, 16, brings a captivating blend of jazz and R&B, shaped by years of study under renowned mentors including Natasha Pasternak, John Reynolds, Jamond McCoy, and Lia Booth. Her expressive voice and deep musicality reflect a maturity beyond her years.

Sharing the stage is Emmet Althoen, 14, a gifted pianist and member of OCSA’s Ambassador Jazz Orchestra directed by John Reynolds. Having studied with acclaimed pianist Jeremy Siskind, Emmet combines technical mastery with a passion for improvisation and composition, creating music that is both sensitive and dynamic.

Together, Lexie and Emmet present a performance that celebrates the next generation of jazz artistry.