GILDA!

About

Gilda specializes in Jazz Standards yet sings everything from Ave Maria to R & B, Soul, Motown, Soft Rock, Pop and Gospel.
Gilda performs solo with tracks or with a myriad of professional musicians in the United States and the Carribean. Her large knowledge base ensures that Gilda will create the perfect sound and performance that each client desires.

Gilda is intelligent and talented. Gilda holds Master's degrees in Education Administration (Principal's Certificate) and Reading (Reading Specialist). Her BA is in Elementary Education and has taught from elementary to college level students.

Gilda is a graduate of an Acting, Singing and Dancing School in Philadelphia, Modeled Professionally for Perkins Modeling Agency in New York (as a Commercial Print Ad model) . Gilda’s been published in every major magazine, has placed in a myriad of beauty pageants, and managed entertainers, but singing has always been her passion.

Ease your mind, hire Gilda and trust that she will create the perfect sound and ambiance for your event. With Gilda's CD releases,"Loved in Return" and her latest "Santa Baby," you can experience the materialization of her early influences. Influenced by the sounds of Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Etta James, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Louis Armstrong, Sade, Prince, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Night and many others. Her witty mixture is a real masterpiece that is too tasty to be missed!
Clients:
"I just returned from having one of the most amazing evening listening to a fabulous JAZZ SINGER named GILDA COOPER. She is absolutely awesome and an all around wonderful performer. A must see!" Sherry Richardson."GILDA is tremendously talented with beautiful vocals & appearance." "Great with adapting to audience, a true crowd pleaser."Bob S, Livingston, NJ. "Gilda has a great voice, which positively captures the attention any audience, and she is a talented and sensational performer." Gilda sings a variety of music including jazz, r&b, blues and contemporary.

"You will love listening to "What You Wont Do For Love" on Gilda's newest CD!"

* Gilda is an amazing singer and person! I had a million and one questions about songs and when to have her sing them. Gilda new everything and went above and beyond to help prepare. Gilda is tall, striking and simply adorable inside and out. Her musicians and assistant were just as friendly, accommodating and professional as she was. I would highly recommend Gilda for any engagement! -- Annable W, Philadelphia, PA

# As my rating suggests, Gilda is the consummate professional. I had never hired someone to come and sing before, however my experience with Gilda made things extremely easy and added a wonderful touch to my party. Despite a snowstorm on the eve of the event, Gilda kept in touch and did whatever was in her power to get to the party as soon as she was able. Once there, she hit the ground running and turned out an amazing performance. She has a beautiful voice, is stunning in appearance and is an all-around wonderful person who clearly loves what she does. I would hire her again to perform and suggest you do the same. -- Ted B, Upper Darby, PA

# Gilda added a special touch to my friend's wedding. Her performance moved the bride and groom so much that they were on the dance floor dancing by her second song. -- Jennifer G, Edison, NJ

# Gilda's solo performance was amazing and a joy to hear and see. She sang various songs that spoke love, care and committment (exactly what I needed my wife to hear). I would recommend her to anyone interested in hearing a person with a soulful, spiritual and enlightening voice with both comfort and excitement. I plan on recommending her to all my friends, co-workers and business associates. Thanks Gigmasters! Thanks GILDA!! Christopher Bell, M.H.S. Bell Associates -- Christopher B, Philadelphia, PA

# We had a great time and got exactly what we wanted by hiring Gilda with Steve. They can really sing! Their voices were on point and every song seemed to be perfect for them. The entertainment was a dream. While Steve is handsome and Gilda is beautiful,their talent and wonderful personalities top everything. We discussed song requests and outfits before hand and they delivered. I was proud of their professionalism, because they made me look good. I couldn't have asked for anything else. At the end of the night I felt as if I had just scratched the surface, so I will hire them again and again. You can't go wrong with these two. -- Annable W, Voorhees, NJ

# Gilda was absolutely wonderful at my wedding and throughout the entire planning process. She made the announcements as and emceed the reception at no additional charge. I would highly recommend Gilda, she is fabulous! -- Jennifer J, Cape May, NJ

# Great voice, great with adapting to audience, a true crowd pleaser -- Bob S, Livingston, NJ

# Gilda turned out to be the perfect person/performer for my event. There were a lot of religious people at my event and I was worried whether she would have the appropriate music, but Gilda took care of everything and did a great job in singing a variety of music that was pleasant and delightful to the soul and ears. My guest are still talking about that wonderful and delightful singer. -- Marza W, Greenbelt, MD

# Although as the Bride the day was a bit of a happy blur for me, many guests were raving about Gilda and her partner Steve Colfield long after the celebrations ended. They even came up with some Greek music which made my Greek relatives happy. Her performance of our Special song "The First Time ever I Saw your Face" was beautiful and made my night! Thank you Gilda and Steve! -- Lisa S, Phillipsburg, NJ

# Words cannot express how brilliant Gilda was. Our staff loved her! The person who we honored that afternoon could not stop raving about Gilda. She touched a lot of souls that day as people are still talking about her performance at school this morning. They ranked this as the best end of the year luncheon ever. I believe this was partly due to Gilda's singing tribute to our colleague who is retiring. Thanks again. Carla Coleman -- Carla C, Conshohocken, PA

# GREAT! GREAT! GREAT! Need I say more -- Gloria B, Philadelphia, PA

# I hired Gilda to perform at my Husbands 50th Birthday party, which was held at KatManDu, located in the state of New Jersey. Gilda is a beautiful and warm woman inside and outside. Her professionalism was of the highest rating. She was very accommodating with selecting music that fit the occasion. Gilda has a great voice, which positively capture the attention any audience. She is a talented and sensational performer. I would definitely highly recommend Gilda to a friend. -- Betty D, Trenton, NJ

Personnel

Gilda Cooper: Singer and One Woman Band
Barry Sames: Pianist
Dave Richards: Sax

Influences

Sade, Sarah Vaughn, Frank Sinatra, Nancy Wilson, Gladys Knight

What to Expect

Typical Gig Duration: 10 - 300 minutes

Gilda's performances are memorable. An audience is captivated by her smooth vocals.

Stage/Setup Requirements:
I provide all of my equipment.

Additional Notes:
ALL EQUIPMENT SUPPLIED BY GILDA ENTERTAINMENT, LLC

Restaurants
Jazz Clubs
Hotels
Casinos
Celebrations
Corporate Functions
Country Clubs
Dinner Dances
Anniversaries
Parties
Banquets
Bar Mitzvahs
Bat Mitzvahs
Christenings
Community Events
Conventions
Fraternity/Sorority Functions
Fund Raisers
Funerals
Grand Openings
Festivals
Picnic
Proms
Resorts
Reunions
Showers
Ski Lodges
Weddings

Set/Song/Sequence List:
I will sing anything you like. My expertise are in Jazz and Soft Rock, but I sing everything. You can listen to my vocals and view performances on line. Just search for Gilda Cooper. Thanks!

Performance Schedule

Past Booked Dates:

04-01-2012 — Lucien's Berlin, NJ
03-29-2012 — Kaminskis Cherry Hill, NJ
02-14-2012 — Sickle rille,NJ
12-23-2011 — Cherry Hill, NJ
12-17-2011 — Haddonfield, NJ
12-11-2011 — Voorhees, NJ
12-03-2011 — Cherry Hill, NJ
11-30-2011 — Medford, NJ
11-25-2011 — Haddonfield, NJ
11-20-2011 — Sewell, NJ
11-18-2011 — Cherry Hill, NJ
11-09-2011 — Cherry Hill, NJ
11-05-2011 — Medford, NJ

Available for Your

Anniversary Party, Band Member Wanted, Bar/Bat Mitzvah Party, Birthday Party, Casting Call, Concert Venue, Convention, Corporate Event, Dinner Dance, Fundraiser, Funeral Service, Grand Opening, Holiday Party, Hotel, Luncheon/Tea, Private Party, Religious Celebration, Restaurant, Retreat, Reunion, Seminar, Sporting Event, Studio Session, Sweet 16 Party, Trade Show, Wedding Ceremony, Wedding Reception

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