Iconic Voices. Reimagined.
When Emilie Surtees takes the stage, she doesn’t simply perform tribute concerts — she inhabits them. With commanding presence and emotional nuance, she honors legendary artists including Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, Billie Holiday, and Etta James, bringing their music vividly to life for today’s audiences.
A respected presence on New York stages, Emilie has received support from the Louis Armstrong Foundation and the New York Foundation for the Arts for her musical tribute productions. Her performances combine vocal power with thoughtful storytelling, celebrating the legacy and cultural impact of the artists she honors.
Praised for her electrifying yet masterfully controlled voice, Emilie delivers tribute concerts that feel immersive, soulful, and worthy of the icons themselves.
