Zara McFarlane on Sarah Vaughan’s legacy: “She has both the emotional aspect that Billie has and the technical aspect that Ella has”

Peter Quinn
Thursday, July 11, 2024

Back with a soul-stirring album dedicated to, and inspired by, the immortal Sarah Vaughan, Zara McFarlane has come of age with a career-defining set, Sweet Whispers. Peter Quinn spoke to the vocalist, who explains why she feels Sassy’s still relevant today

Zara McFarlane (photo: Kareem Abdul)
Zara McFarlane (photo: Kareem Abdul)

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