Jennine Bailey jazz and blues songstress

How would you describe your style of music?

Jazz and blues

What does NZ music month mean to you?

Lots of great concerts to see!

You've performed at the library as part of New Zealand Music Month - what was it like to play at a library?

It's great fun - a bit weird to be dressed up though, when I'm normally in the library in my 'please don't let me bump into anyone I know' clothes.

Have you written any songs about Christchurch or Canterbury?

No- I tend to sing songs about relationships and feelings (I'm such a girl)

Do you think the region / place makes its way onto the music - if so how?

So many fantastic performers have come out of Canterbury I would say that it's more a case of the music making it's way out of the region / place!

Are there any other influences on your music?

Lots of other performers; personal experience

What's your favourite New Zealand song / and why?

'Shouldn't you oughta be in love' by Dave Dobbyn - it's a beautiful heart-felt tune.

Who's you're favourite NZ artist and why?

This is hard to say- I have so many! Sorry- I can't have favourites…

Do you have a cd/cds available?

Yes- I am also recording another album this year.

If so where can people get it/them?

Through my website http://www.jenninebailey.com

Tell us a little about your background - your home, your family, non-musical interests and so on…

All pretty normal!