When it comes to Deanna Bogart, everyone wants to claim her as their own – her hometown, her fans, her fellow musicians, and even her instruments. She's that good – and that good-natured.
‍

With over 40 years of captivating audiences worldwide, Deanna Bogart has earned her place as a five-time Blues Music Award winner for Horn Instrumentalist of the Year, including her most recent win in 2023 and nominations in 2024 and 2025.

Known for her electrifying blend of blues, jazz, and boogie woogie, Deanna's performances have lit up legendary venues like Blues Alley and Marians Jazzroom, alongside major festivals such as Tremblant International Blues Festival, Blues to Bop, and Rio Das Ostras Jazz and Blues Festival.

Sharing the stage with icons like Jimmy Buffett, B.B. King, James Brown, and Ray Charles, Deanna's spellbinding performances showcase her signature style — dazzling on the keyboards, soul-stirring on the saxophone, and mesmerizing with her smoky vocals and powerful songwriting.

Currently recording a highly anticipated new album set for release in 2025, Deanna continues to push creative boundaries, promising fans an unforgettable blend of her signature sound with fresh, innovative melodies.

AWARDS

  • Blues Music Awards Horn Instrumentalist of the Year: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2015, and 2023

  • 22 Wammies (Washington area music awards)

GIGOGRAPHY

“I have played in all 50 states and am currently working on the rest of the world.”

France

Switzerland

Brazil

Egypt

Germany

Panama

Italy

Norway

France Switzerland Brazil Egypt Germany Panama Italy Norway

DEANNA HAS APPEARED WITH

  • JIMMY BUFFET

  • BB KING

  • JAMES BROWN

  • JOHNNY COPELAND

  • RAY CHARLES

    AND MORE...

Press

  • “On Just A Wish Away... "Bogart serves up a flavorful musical gumbo that’s a taste of the artist at the height of her powers".

    Melanie Young, Living Blues

  • "...it’s the soulful ballads and sublime pop interpretations that ultimately distinguish “Pianoland” and help make it Bogart’s most rewarding and well-rounded album yet."

    Mike Joyce, The Washington Post

  • "Deanna Bogart keeps getting better and better. Her latest release, Just a Wish Away is an instant classic featuring outstanding songwriting and superb performances".

    Phillip Smith, Phillycheeze's Rock and Blues Reviews

  • “Deep, soulful songs and masterful musicianship make Just A Wish Away the kind of record you wish we could hear more of."

    The Rock Doctor John Kereiff, Gonzo Online

  • "We fell in love with this CD from the first listen. The music is light and airy. It has space, and that is an integral part of music that many musicians forget to use. We also fell in love with Deanna's piano playing. It's unique, and it's filled with humor and spontaneity."

    Barrelhouse Blues

  • "Pianoland is more than just a good album, it’s a really, really good album – maybe even a great album”– by an engaging musical talent."

    Bill Wilcox, Twangville