Laura Itandehui
Singer, composer, and artist from Oaxaca, Mexico, Laura Itandehui has emerged as one of the most authentic and forward-thinking voices in contemporary Latin music. Her work is rooted in a deep musical exploration that blends jazz, vocal improvisation, and Latin American popular rhythms, shaped by a poetic, luminous, and distinctly personal sensibility.
Her musical path began in early childhood, when she first took up the violin and discovered the sounds of huapango, bolero, and jazz. Growing up, she was deeply influenced by iconic songwriters and performers such as José Alfredo Jiménez, Benny Moré, Joan Manuel Serrat, Víctor Jara, and Héctor Lavoe—figures whose emotional honesty and musical depth would later resonate in her own songwriting. From an early age, music became her native language and a central force in her life.
Laura later pursued formal training in Singing and Scat at the Jazz Academy of the Escuela Superior de Música, building a strong technical foundation that supports her artistic freedom and experimental spirit. Her work stands at the crossroads of tradition and exploration, revitalizing the essence of the Latin American song through her own sense of Mexican identity.
In 2021, she released her independent debut album, Laura Itandehui, born almost organically from a period of intense composition and live performance. The record weaves together jazz influences with bolero, ranchera, and other traditional forms, revealing an intimate and honest voice that quickly connected with audiences. Following its release, she performed across South America, Europe, and the United States, establishing an artistic profile with growing international presence.
Her second album, Si me ven alegre (2025), represents a clear evolution in both sound and perspective. More expansive and celebratory, the album explores rhythms such as cumbia, son, bolero, vallenato, salsa, danzón, and habanera, all filtered through an authorial lens marked by joy, emotional balance, and expressive nuance. While her songwriting remains deeply personal— hovering between autobiography and autofiction—the music embraces movement, dance, and a renewed sense of vitality. Freshness, humor, and a powerful vocal expressiveness define a body of work that connects directly and honestly with listeners.
As a live performer, Laura Itandehui possesses a magnetic presence. Whether accompanied by a full band or performing with minimal instrumentation, she captivates audiences through improvisation, subtle playfulness, and an instinctive dialogue with the public—an approach deeply informed by her jazz background.
As an independent artist, she has built a solid and coherent career guided by artistic integrity and collaboration. She has worked with musicians from diverse scenes, participated in major festivals, and continues to expand her musical universe while remaining faithful to her roots. Through her authenticity, innovation, and growing international impact, Laura Itandehui powerfully embodies the spirit of contemporary Latin music: vibrant, rooted, and constantly evolving.
Singer, composer, and artist from Oaxaca, Mexico, Laura Itandehui has emerged as one of the most authentic and forward-thinking voices in contemporary Latin music. Her work is rooted in a deep musical exploration that blends jazz, vocal improvisation, and Latin American popular rhythms, shaped by a poetic, luminous, and distinctly personal sensibility.
Her musical path began in early childhood, when she first took up the violin and discovered the sounds of huapango, bolero, and jazz. Growing up, she was deeply influenced by iconic songwriters and performers such as José Alfredo Jiménez, Benny Moré, Joan Manuel Serrat, Víctor Jara, and Héctor Lavoe—figures whose emotional honesty and musical depth would later resonate in her own songwriting. From an early age, music became her native language and a central force in her life.
Laura later pursued formal training in Singing and Scat at the Jazz Academy of the Escuela Superior de Música, building a strong technical foundation that supports her artistic freedom and experimental spirit. Her work stands at the crossroads of tradition and exploration, revitalizing the essence of the Latin American song through her own sense of Mexican identity.
In 2021, she released her independent debut album, Laura Itandehui, born almost organically from a period of intense composition and live performance. The record weaves together jazz influences with bolero, ranchera, and other traditional forms, revealing an intimate and honest voice that quickly connected with audiences. Following its release, she performed across South America, Europe, and the United States, establishing an artistic profile with growing international presence.
Her second album, Si me ven alegre (2025), represents a clear evolution in both sound and perspective. More expansive and celebratory, the album explores rhythms such as cumbia, son, bolero, vallenato, salsa, danzón, and habanera, all filtered through an authorial lens marked by joy, emotional balance, and expressive nuance. While her songwriting remains deeply personal— hovering between autobiography and autofiction—the music embraces movement, dance, and a renewed sense of vitality. Freshness, humor, and a powerful vocal expressiveness define a body of work that connects directly and honestly with listeners.
As a live performer, Laura Itandehui possesses a magnetic presence. Whether accompanied by a full band or performing with minimal instrumentation, she captivates audiences through improvisation, subtle playfulness, and an instinctive dialogue with the public—an approach deeply informed by her jazz background.
As an independent artist, she has built a solid and coherent career guided by artistic integrity and collaboration. She has worked with musicians from diverse scenes, participated in major festivals, and continues to expand her musical universe while remaining faithful to her roots. Through her authenticity, innovation, and growing international impact, Laura Itandehui powerfully embodies the spirit of contemporary Latin music: vibrant, rooted, and constantly evolving.