Lea Morris Workshop

Lea Morris’ sound often draws comparisons to Tracy Chapman and Joni
Mitchell. It’s no wonder, with her warm vocals, insightful lyrics and familiar
melodies. However, as Lea’s compositions expand to include looped harmonies,
vocal percussion and other elements, it’s clear that her SoulFolk style is unique.

Born in Washington DC to a father who toured the world playing trumpet in a
funk band and a mother who dreamed of opera, Lea began to sing in the
Baptist church as soon as she could speak. In high school, she started teaching
herself to play acoustic guitar by writing songs. Then, she embarked on an
exchange year in Halle, Germany, where the artist dabbled in classical, jazz and
pop. Lea’s voice and musicianship are often heard on recordings by Stockfisch
Records for whom she frequently provides backing vocals. In fact, she has
been nominated for and won several awards, including, Best Vocalist, Best
Recording, and Songwriter of the Year.

Having shared the stage with luminaries including Odetta and Mavis Staples,
Lea is also returning to her roots by composing multi-layered chants and
grounding a community singing experience in Braunschweig, Germany, where
she currently resides.