The Scene Spotlight: Cynthia Kaay Bennett

Cynthia Kaay Bennett

Year began performing: 1998

Style of music: Vocal jazz

Sounds a little like: Jane Monheit

Influences: Diane Schuur, Maynard Ferguson, Al Jarreau, Lena Horne

Favorite local venues: Manhattan's, Degage Jazz Cafe

CDs released: "Wish I Knew" (2001), "That's the Spirit" (2003), "Dreams of You" (2011)

Upcoming gigs: Manhattan's, Aug. 20, Sept. 17; Art-a-Licious Arts Festival, Sept. 22; and Degage, Sept. 28, 29

Web site: cynthiakaay.com