Beyonce and Beyond with Lessie Vonner (Episode 75)

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Bio:

A Grand Prairie, Texas native, Lessie Vonner’s love of music began at a young age when she

picked up the trumpet at eleven. Lessie’s passion encouraged her to pursue a music education at

the renowned Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts in Dallas,

and she eventually chose to attend the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music in New

York City. She currently performs in many venues throughout NYC and has performed in various

music scenes across the world. She also performs in numerous groups around the city and has

worked with artists such as Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Lizzo, Kathy Sledge, and many more. Lessie has

recently received Grammy recognition for her participation on Beyoncé's award-winning music

film “Homecoming”, as well as for her work on the CARTERS’ award-winning “Everything Is Love”

album.