Performing Artist, Jazz and R&B Live Singer, Vocal Coach, Educator, Recording Artist, Songwriter, Co-Producer, Actress, Lecturer, Publisher Writer and Poet.

“Appearing at various Jazz venues and recording and performing with numerous artists, Sherry is one of the Jazz, and R&B networks most exciting vocal talents!” – (Phila. Sun)

An engaging and interactive Performing Artist & Educator, as well as Live Singer, and vocal coach to A’Ishah Songstress and other students, as well as an educator, actress, recording artist, songwriter, co-producer, poet, lecturer and published writer (Philly Jawns by Debra Wright). Sherry Wilson Butler has and continues to create, and uplift audiences & students alike on her Journey. Butler has numerous accolades and accomplishments on her list … most recent is her participation along with other members of the original Teddy Pendergrass Group in the documentary on Showtime, Amazon, Netflix, Hulu, of Pendergrass’ life story “If You Don’t Know Me.” Filmed in and around Philadelphia, Butler spoke well of Pendergrass and the experiences on and off the world wide tours and life as a performing artist and live singer. Among her other various achievements include:

• 2016 Lil Drummaboy “Groundbreaker Award” for lifetime achievements, success, & dedication to music; and cultivating the talents of numerous aspiring artists.
• 2016 African American Museum Legacy Award
• 2015 NAACP Vocal Talent Judge
• 2015 Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity’s African American Women Achiever’s Award
• 2015 GEMA Best Vocalist Award
• 2015 Clef Club Jazz Awards Chair
• 2014-15 Philadelphia Mann Music Center – Al Jarreau Teaching Artist Residency
• 2013 Clef Club Jazz Award – Best Female Vocalist
• Finalist for the Savannah Georgia’s International “Vocal Sing” competition sponsored by Washington, D.C’s Jazz Network
• One of her proudest achievements of her legacy – A Grammy nominated framed Platinum Album Awarded to each group member for their vocal/instrumental performances on Teddy Pendergrass’ CD & Grammy nominated album, “It’s Time For Love.”

Master Vocalist and Live Singer, Sherry Wilson Butler is a well-respected veteran in the music industry, and is deep rooted in the “Philly Sound.” Artists with whom she has performed include Billy Paul, Teddy Pendergrass, Al Jareau, Bootsy Collins, Patti LaBelle, Gerald Veasley, Monnette Sudler, John Blake, Derrick Hodges-bassist with Terrance Blanchard, trumpeter-Duane Eubanks, Justin Faulkner-dummer with Branford Marsalis, the Arpeggio Jazz Ensemble, and percussionist Doc Gibbs, among others. Sherry’s performances in highly acclaimed venues include the London Palladium, NYC’s Toshi’s & Carnegie Hall-NY, LA’s Greek Theater, Academy of Music-Phila., PA, International festival circuit-Cape May, NJ. Venice-Verona, Italy, Anguilla, W.I., Germany, England, and the Eastern and Western countries of Europe. 

Wilson Butler’s Professional Music Experiences & Collaborations include: over 30 years in the music industry – performing and recording with aforementioned artists in world-renowed recording, radio, stages, & television studios. Her travels include the United States, East and Western Europe, as well as 17 of the Caribbean Islands. Sherry’s work is exemplified in a diverse repertoire of upbeat contemporary Jazz, R&B, Pop and Gospel selections. A favorite on the Jazz, and R&B Festival circuit, Sherry has performed at the Cape May , West Oak Lane, Rehoboth Beach, Anguilla, West Indies Jazz festivals-numerous festivals worldwide.

The Educational Experiences of Wilson Butler – Sherry Wilson Butler holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Music and Theater Arts from Cheyney University, and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Temple University serving the Education community for over 20 years in diverse educational locations and communities to include:

• Perkins Arts Center in Moorestown, NJ
• Musicopia, Inc., Phila., PA,
• Philadelphia School District, Communities for Schools
• Student Affairs Advisor and Support Staff at Cheyney University
• Student Affairs Administrator at Bryn Mawr College
• The Philadelphia Clef Club for Jazz & Performing Arts, Philadelphia, PA
• The Kimmel Center, Philadelphia, PA Education Network
• Lil Drummaboy Studio
• SherrVocalise Studio & Entertainment Co.
• PennPat Performing Arts Roster on Tour
• Presently serving through her own “Vocal Persona” Vocal Coaching Business

Currently performing and teaching Voice – Sherry’ is, as well working on her 2nd CD looking to be completed for Spring 2025. Wilson Butler’s Voice is that of a deep resonating contralto status, yet her performances haunt her audiences with influences of Betty Carter, Diane Reeves, Phyllis Hyman, Nina Simone and Sarah Vaughn. Still, unmistakably, Butler’s vocal persona stands on its own dynamic accord. Her voice has afforded her recognition as a premiere performing & recording artist/entertainer, A&R consultant, vocal teacher/coach, classroom music educator, lyricist, educational administrator, actress, commercial voice-over talent, and short story writer. Enjoy and experience this passionate, family oriented, community activist & spirit filled woman of God as she continues her creative & artistic journey. Sherry is an active Diamond Life member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Philadelphia Alumnae Chapter, and the proud mother of Rechelle Lynn Williams Delgado.