July 14th, 2008

Patty Peterson

Patty Peterson was born into the renowned musical Peterson Family which boasts mother Jeanne Arland Peterson, sister Linda Peterson, and three brothers, Billy Peterson, Ricky Peterson and Paul Peterson; all of whom are recording artists and involved in the international music scene. Patty began singing as a child at concerts and recording sessions, and today is an award winning jazz vocalist both live and in studio for national recording artists and commercials.
She has performed and recorded with such musical luminaries as David Sanborn, Hiram Bullock, Steve Miller, Donny Osmond, The Jets and most recently with St. Paul Peterson, Ricky Peterson, and the international jazz greats Ben Sidran and Sergio Mendes.

Patty can also be heard on radio commercials such as Old Home and Borton Volvo. For her outstanding musical and vocal contributions, Patty has been awarded the coveted Minnesota Music Award 7 times for Best Female Vocalist and Best Group, with her latest being "Best Jazz Recording" for her debut CD The More I See You.

Patty has performed to sold out audiences all over the country, including the nationally renowned jazz venues, The Dakota Bar and Grill, St. Paul, Minnesota and The Vine Street Bar and Grill, Hollywood, California. Patty can also be seen throughout the Minneapolis metro area performing songs from her current solo CD, Inspired. Patty is also appearing for motivational speaking engagements.

In addition to being an actress, print ad model, and national anthem singer, Patty was the number one female radio personality on WCCO radio for seven years straight. She has four dynamic sons and lives in Edina with her husband, Stuart Paster.