Born in Kansas City, Brenna Whitaker grew up in historic homes that her parents renovated and restored—some of them haunted—sparking a lifelong love of history, storytelling, and imagination. By age eleven, she was already performing in professional regional theater, laying the foundation for the captivating stage presence she is known for today.

After moving to Los Angeles, Brenna quickly became a cornerstone of the city’s live music scene. Renowned for her emotionally rich interpretations and deep reverence for timeless songs, she emerged as a central figure in the resurgence of Los Angeles’s “jazz nights”. Her larger-than-life stage presence and unmistakable voice have attracted an extraordinary range of admirers and collaborators. Legends including Stevie Wonder, Tom Jones, Gladys Knight, and Gene Simmons have participated in her performances, while contemporary artists such as Justin Bieber, John Mayer, Derek Hough, and Michael Bublé have joined her on stage—all drawn together in celebration of great songs, showmanship, and the musicianship of a good old-fashioned show.

Brenna’s debut album was produced by legendary producer David Foster. Her music has been featured on FOX’s So You Think You Can Dance, RuPaul’s Drag Race, and ABC’s Dancing with the Stars. She contributed “It’s Not Easy Being Green” to Universal Records’ We Love Disney album and has toured with Andrea Bocelli and Michael McDonald. A passionate advocate for dance and live performance, she regularly collaborates with the Los Angeles Jazz Dance Company.

In 2026, Brenna will release two new albums—Reverie and Simply Christmas—on Green Hill Music (Sun Label Group / Primary Wave Music). Produced by acclaimed pianist Gordon Mote, the recordings further showcase her cinematic artistry, emotional depth, and distinctive voice.
The Brenna Whitaker Little Big Band performs at exclusive private events and concert venues worldwide and holds a monthly residency at Herb Alpert’s iconic Vibrato Grill Jazz in Bel Air.

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