Angel Bat Dawid

Experimental Jazz Clarinetist and Composer

Angel Bat Dawid is a Chicago-based clarinetist, composer, and vocalist known for her contributions to the contemporary jazz and experimental music scenes. Her work often delves into themes of Black liberation, history, and spiritual inquiry. Dawid's 2019 album "The Oracle," which she recorded entirely on her own using just her voice, clarinet, and a loop station, was met with critical acclaim for its raw improvisational energy and its exploration of the African diaspora's musical traditions. She performs both as a solo artist and with her band Tha Brothahood, bringing a dynamic and spiritual presence to stages around the world. Angel Bat Dawid is also recognized for her ability to blend musical genres and for her commitment to music as a form of social activism.