Charmaine Ford

New Zealand-born piano virtuoso and composer Charmaine Ford has accomplished more than most musicians do in a lifetime.

Ford has blazed a trail of awards confirming she is indeed one of New Zealand’s most distinguished jazz musicians. She has released two self-penned albums, which showcase her extraordinary talent. Her sophomore release, ‘Busy Silence’, was awarded ‘Best Jazz Album 2007’ at the New Zealand Music Awards. Ford is the first female instrumentalist to receive this accolade. Her debut album ‘Blues for Guppy’ was also a finalist in the same category in 2004.

Charmaine performs with utter conviction and has a distinctive sound, comprised of lyrical melodies synergized with idiosyncratic rhythmic diversity.

Charmaine is in demand as an educator, performer and session musician in Sydney, Australia, where she is now based.


"Nothing could have prepared me for this young pianist's spell-binding virtuosity"
BAY OF PLENTY TIMES, NZ

"Ford pens material which is immediately appealing"
THE NEW ZEALAND HERALD, NZ

"Charmaine Ford is one of New Zealand's most distinguished contemporary jazz pianists"
APRA

"One of New Zealand's true piano masters"
WELLINGTON INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL, NZ

"Charmaine Ford has established herself as one of New Zealand's most innovative and fearless voices in jazz"
TAURANGA INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL, NZ

"Charmaine Ford has sealed her reputation as one of New Zealand's leading jazz pianists"
CHRISTCHURCH INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL, NZ