Ben Bailey

Grand Rapids, MI

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Overview

I am a performer who studied music in college with experience in song writing and arranging. I have sung in churches, solo performances, weddings, and I have studio experience. I specialize in soulful ballads, and have sung R&B, Pop, and Gospel music.


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Booking information

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Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

I am able to offer instrumental music for special moments, sing special songs, and offer a smooth jazzy atmosphere for a cocktail hour or longer. As a musician, I am pretty versatile and am able to offer a large array of services.

About

Hello,

My name is Ben, I am a professional vocalist with a focus on Jazz, R&B, and Soul. I accompany myself on acoustic guitar and have experience playing cocktail hour music for nonprofit and corporate events. I have a large enough repertoire to play for up to three hours (with two 10-15 minute breaks).

If you love Stevie Wonder, Etta James, and Daniel Caesar I am sure that I would be a good fit for your event!

Additional booking notes

Preferably, a sound system would need to be provided by the client. The sound system would need to have one microphone for myself and then have one input for my guitar. If I am needed to rent a sound system, that cost will be added to my services. I am not able to play outdoors in the cold or in the rain.

Set list

Fly Me To The Moon
Ain't No Sunshine
How Deep is Your Love
I Say a Little Prayer
Overjoyed
At Last
American Boy
Isn't She Lovely
Valerie
Lets Stay Together
Dream a Little Dream
Lovely Day
My Cherie Amour
Best Part
Summer Breeze
If I Ain't Got You
Suit and Tie
Autumn in New York
I Won't Dance
Moon River
Summertime
Them Changes
Tennessee Whisky
Put Your Records On
Lost Without You
Butterflies
Rock With You

Influences and inspiration

I am influenced heavily by Jazz improvisation and smooth R&B. I am able to perform, but my focus is to make a warm background for guests to relax, get a drink, and eat an appetizer. The goal is for my voice to become an instrument instead of the main feature.

Setup requirements

Sound system, speakers, microphone, direct box

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