Jones is eclectic.
She performs solo concerts, both secular and religious, and sings
at numerous public venues and private events and occasionally does
studio work as well. She was a favorite guest vocalist at Bob Burns
Restaurant in Santa Monica for several years, performing weekly
until its closure in 2001. In 2002, she made a major decision to
concentrate on solo performing and recording.
Joining a
local jazz vocal and theatre workshop in 1992 exposed Jones to jazz.
After a few months, she stepped up to lead the warm-up and vocalizing
exercises at the beginning of each class and then later added the
job of assistant and substitute workshop instructor. From there
she studied with a number of vocal coaches, including Dini Clark,
but, primarily, Howlett Smith. She was a featured soloist in Smith’s
“Harmony Choir” and performed in a number of his ongoing Cantatas.
Jones has also performed with several other groups, including the
dynamic Spiritual Roots Quartet, as part of a trio of background
vocalists, and as one of the “Women in Jazz” vocalists.
Jones was
born to sing. Luckily her voice made the cut, because she comes
from a large family where singing is a family affair. In her teens,
she sang with the Bellaires, a local seven-piece band in the San
Gabriel Valley area. As an adult, she continued her love affair
with music, performing with “SING,” an ensemble that specializes
in eight-part a cappella harmony and includes anthems, spirituals,
Gospels, show tunes, easy-listening, jazz and pop in its repertoire.
With music rocking her soul, Jones was not content being just a
singer. She tuned her talent to song writing, crafting many songs,
including “Rock-a-by Lullaby,” “Forever Love,” and “The Silence
Is Too Loud.” The more than two dozen other songs she has composed
include spirituals, Gospels, contemporary, and children’s tunes.
Her mother was the inspiration behind her latest one, “That’s a
Mother’s Love.”
One true thing
about Jones is that her soulful voice makes people stop what they’re
doing and listen to her sounds of music. And they only have to
hear her once to jump on her bandwagon.
“When
creativity and compassion meet, wonderful things can happen. And
Eleanor Jones, a singer and CEO of C-Pass Entertainment {Enterprises},
Inc., is one class act.”
Veronica
Mackey, Inglewood Today and Crenshaw Today Magazines
“Please
accept my deep appreciation for your beautiful performance . . .
. the event was successful in many ways and you were a part of
that.”
Sister
Rochelle, Holy Spirit Retreat Center
“Your
selections were both fitting and moving—as evidenced by the “Amen’s.”
(Audrey
Dennis)
“Thank
you so much for making February 7 a perfect day. I truly appreciated
your gift of song. . . .” (Florence
Smith)
[Re
performance at the St. Vincent Medical Center Physicians Annual
Staff Dinner and Awards Ceremony held at the Wilshire Country Club]
“The compliments continue to be received in the medical staff office.”
“Other comments included a sincere appreciation for the strength
and clarity of your voice, and finally, for the privilege of watching
such a classy act.” (Wanda
Ivy, Division Director, Quality Mgmt)
To listen to Eleanor is like listening to an angel. Every
time I am privileged to hear her, I am transformed. Please, do
yourself the favor and get in front of her.
Rosemarie Essl, Rosemarie International
I have had the privilege of hearing Eleanor Jones perform
on several occasions. In each case, the poise and feeling she
injects into her performance combined with her soothing voice
have made her a joy to hear and see every time.
David Workman
Eleanor’s voice always brings tears of joy!
Hope Pliskow
Eleanor's singing is of a quality and sort we seldom hear
anymore in today's rushed and mass-produced times. Her songs are
an authentic and soulful blend of jazz, gospel, and R&B. Her
singing comes directly from her heart to you. I strongly recommend
Eleanor for any event where elegance and grace are your aim.
Foster Ryan
I really loved the concert, and the songs you sang just hit
all the right notes and nerves...bless you!
Pat Morrison
Your voice is like velvet. It’s so unique and beautiful.
If there were any justice, you’d be at the top of the charts!
Kendra Davis
Eleanor’s voice is like that of a canary, very pleasant and
sweet, gentle and compassionate. I always receive wonderful comments
about her and her singing. She is loved by so many.
Eva Overturf
Your professionalism is top notch consistently. Each time
that I have heard your singing, I have come away with a spirit
of enthusiasm and optimism. It is no wonder that your audience
members consistently rave about your performances.
Stuart Garrison
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