Urszula Dudziak

Polish jazz vocalist renowned for her innovative use of electronic vocal processing and extraordinary five-octave range. Beginning her career in the late 1950s, Dudziak pioneered the integration of synthesizers and effects into jazz vocals, expanding the sonic possibilities of the human voice far beyond traditional boundaries. Her fearless approach to vocal experimentation has made her a distinctive figure in avant-garde jazz and electronic music.

Throughout her career, Dudziak has collaborated with leading contemporary musicians including Archie Shepp and Lester Bowie, and was a key member of the influential Vocal Summit ensemble, which brought together some of jazz’s most adventurous vocalists. Her work demonstrates how electronic devices can complement and amplify natural vocal talent, creating a bridge between jazz tradition and electronic music innovation that continues to inspire artists across genres.