Sandy Lomax Oral History

Sandy Lomax is an internationally recognized jazz vocalist whose artistry has carried her from Indiana’s clubs and concert stages to performances around the world. Known for her warm, expressive tone and her ability to move effortlessly between jazz, blues, and contemporary styles, Sandy has built a career defined by versatility, emotional depth, and dedication to the craft. In addition to her work as a vocalist, she has embraced roles as an actress and producer, further expanding her creative reach.

In this oral history interview, Sandy reflects on her lifelong passion for performance and the early influences that shaped her musical voice. She shares stories from her formative years in Indiana’s music community, the mentors and collaborators who guided her development, and the hard-won lessons gained from navigating the jazz world as both a woman and an independent artist. Listeners will also hear about her international performances and the connections she built with audiences across cultures and continents.

Sandy discusses her parallel careers in acting and production, revealing how these creative pathways enriched her approach to music, storytelling, and stage presence. Her reflections capture the resilience, adaptability, and artistic curiosity that have defined her decades-long career.

This oral history interview was recorded at the Indiana Music History Project Museum in Indianapolis, Indiana, as part of the Amazing Indiana Music Stories series, supported by the Allen Whitehill Clowes Charitable Foundation.

This page features both the Complete Interview and the Interview Highlight, along with a curated gallery of images that illuminate Sandy Lomax’s remarkable journey.

The Interview Highlight features Sandy Lomax sharing a vivid glimpse into her artistic journey as an internationally recognized jazz vocalist. In this short excerpt, Sandy reflects on the early influences that shaped her sound, the mentors and collaborators who guided her growth, and the spirited music communities that supported her along the way. Her story captures the warmth, versatility, and expressive power that have made her a standout voice in Indiana’s jazz landscape.

The Complete Interview with Sandy Lomax offers an in-depth look at the life and artistry of one of Indiana’s most expressive and versatile vocalists. In this full conversation, Sandy reflects on her early musical influences, her development within Indiana’s jazz and blues communities, and the experiences that carried her onto international stages. She speaks candidly about the challenges and triumphs of building a career as an independent jazz artist, as well as her work as an actress and producer—creative paths that enriched her approach to storytelling and performance. This comprehensive interview reveals the resilience, passion, and artistic curiosity that have defined Sandy Lomax’s decades-long journey.