- Chicago, IL
- Singing Guitarist
- $200-$2500
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Diva Montell - Jeorge Holmes
Overview
Diva Montalto, the daughter of an opera singer and Chicago entertainer Freddie Montell, began singing at age six, studied in vocal performance at DePaul University and the American Conservatory of Music, with an emphasis in opera. Diva’s diversity spreads from opera to pop. One of the best soprano’s you will ever hear.
Jeorge Holmes has a great history of music in his family. His father was a professional singer and made sure Jeorge listened to the best; Caruso, Lanza, Pavarotti, Sinatra, Bennett, Cole, Presley and many more. He does tributes to Sinatra, Presley and Pavarotti, along with the music of Cole, Joel, Groban, Clampton and others. His golden tenor voice will touch your soul.
Reviews
12 reviews
Beth D.
January 22, 2018Diva was PHENOMENAL!
Professional, classy and the most beautiful voice. Perfect!!
Hired as: Opera Singer
Diva Montell - Jeorge Holmes
Oh thank you Beth,
What an exciting event that was. I was honored to have been invited to sing!
Best Wishes,
Diva
David H.
October 11, 2017Les Mis = Les Magnifique!
We had a rather unusual request for Jeorge Holmes to help celebrate a 40th-birthday gal. We wanted him to show up under the Cadillac Palace Marquee in Chicago where Les Miserables was playing and to sing a tune to the b'day gal from the musical. (Les Mis is one of her favs, and she would be coming to the theater as a surprise, not knowing the event that was about to unfold there.) Not only did Jeorge sing the song beautifully (and a cappella!), he was impeccably dressed in a costume to suit the play, including a fabulous hat complete with the perfect plume! I could not have asked for a more perfect presentation. And what a complete gentleman! If you're looking for a lovely musical addition to your next event, definitely give the nod to Jeorge. You will not be disappointed!
Hired as: Musical Theatre
Diva Montell - Jeorge Holmes
David - Thanks so much for your review and also including me in your incredible birthday for your wife - what a family you have. If you have any pictures or videos worth sending to me - jeorge.g.holmes@gmail.com - fire away. Sincerely, Jeorge
Jerry S.
April 5, 2016Everything we expected
Jeorge was outstanding. We'll have him back again next year. He received a well deserved standing ovation. A real pro.
Hired as: Opera Singer
Lois K.
December 22, 2013What a joyful experience - great music and great fun.
Just loved how they personalize every performance, making it seem like they are singing just for you and your table-mates. Love their mix of songs and the fact that it is a combination of solos and duets. What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon...
Hired as: Broadway Style Entertainment, Cabaret Entertainment, Musical Theatre, Opera Singer
Samuel H.
June 20, 2012Diva Montell and Jeorge Holmes
How can anyone not recognize the superior talent in the performance of these two Maestros of Classical Music and Opera. Their voices are proportionately matched in intonation, vocal range and presentation of their art. It is art in the strictest sense of the word; it is not just another stage show by average singers. We have here two dynamic vocalists who deliver to their audiences performances that are full of style, grace, beauty and love; with a fullness that is as rich as twenty-four caret gold with a diamond touch of humor. The spiritual light projected from the stage is blinding as each performer shines, yet not at the expense of the other. The musical selection is masterful as it accentuates the forte of each voice. The solos are not to be secondary to the duets. The solos are those of Operatic Masters. I give Diva Montell and Jeorge Holmes a hearty, "BRAVO",for their performance and their effort to put forth a quality piece of true art in music.
Endless Love, performed by Diva Montell & Jeorge Holmes
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Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Gig length: 60 - 120 minutes
What to expect
Both Diva & Jeorge perform in Cathedrals, Concert Halls, Wedding Ceremonies, Country Clubs, Supper Clubs and Private/Corporate Events. Together they share a classical crossover genre from pop to opera and can fulfill just about any of your vocal needs. They do a fabulous show called, "Divas and Kings" featuring 5-7 of the top female and male vocalists of the past 50 years. Fabulous as solo artists, or better yet, why not a spectacular, show-stopping duo!
About
Diva, the daughter of an opera singer and Chicago entertainer Freddie Montell, began singing at age six. She studied in vocal performance at DePaul University and the American Conservatory of Music, with an emphasis in (link hidden)roughout the years she has sung with many Big Bands and Jazz Trios. Diva Montell has shared the stage, opening for: Michael Bolton, Il Volo, Alfio, & The Jersey Boys to name a few. Together, "Diva & Jeorge" share a very unique classical cross-over genre from pop to opera!
***Recipient of the 2011 Leonardo DaVinci Award for Performing Arts! Opera Soprano, Diva Montell is also available as a solo artist-contact here to book.
Jeorge Holmes has a great history of music in his family. His father was a professional singer and his entire family has some type of gifts and passion for music. His father made sure he listened to the best; Caruso, Lanza, Pavarotti, Sinatra, Bennett, Cole, Presley and many more. As early as eight years old, Jeorge would try to sing like great opera tenors and even traveled professionally, in his late teen years, as a top 40's vocalist and top-rated Elvis Impersonator. He does tributes to Sinatra, Presley and Pavarotti, along with the music of Cole, Joel, Groban, Clampton and others. His passion for singing is wonderful to experience and his personality inspires his audience.
***Jeorge Holmes, Opera Tenor & Fox Valley Person of the Year 2012, is also available as a solo artist - contact here to book.
Please watch our live theatre performances on <a href="https://www.gigsalad.com/external/redirect/aHR0cDovL3d3dy55b3V0dWJlLmNvbQ%3D%3D">www.youtube.com</a> channel,
Additional booking notes
We bring our own sound systems, as needed, perform with custom, professional tracks, along with bands (as needed) and can be dressed casual or classy, depending on the venue.
Services offered
Past booked events
March 2018
18
Sunday
Fundraiser
8:00pm - 8:15pm
•
Chicago, IL
January 2018
16
Tuesday
Birthday Party
9:00am - 9:15am
•
Chicago, IL
December 2017
01
Friday
Holiday Party (Christmas)
9:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Elgin, IL
October 2017
10
Tuesday
Birthday (Adult)
12:00pm - 12:30pm
•
Chicago, IL
April 2016
04
Monday
Nonprofit Event
7:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Huntley, IL
April 2015
02
Thursday
Other
7:30pm - 8:30pm
•
Huntley, IL
Set list
Diva: Styles of Streisand, Houston, Ross, Sommers, Dion, James, Callas and more.
Jeorge: Styles of Presley, Pavarotti, Bennett, Sinatra, Buble, Cole, Clampton, Groban and others.
This is just a sample of what Jeorge and Diva can do with the "Divas and Kings" performance along with many others if chosen as a duo or solo event.
Divas and Kings Show
Diana Ross
I’m coming out
It’s My Turn
Endless Love (Duet)
Luther Vandross
A house is not a home
Never too much
Here and now
Always and forever (duet?)
Whitney Houston
I will always love you
I Have Nothing
Greatest love of all (duet potential?)
Tony Bennett/Frank Sinatra
That’s life
I left my heart in San Francisco
The good life
Smile
The lady is a tramp (duet - Lady Gaga)
Barbra Streisand
People
The way we were
Lost inside of you/Watch closely now (duet)
B.B King / Sara Vaughan (blues/jazz)
Stormy Monday
Fever
Have you ever loved a woman
Quiet nights, quiet stars
Sweet home Chicago (duet)
Donna Summers (disco)
Hot stuff
MacArthur Park
Heaven Knows (Duet)
Last dance
Elvis Presley (in costume)
2001 Space Odyssey - That's Alright Mama / C.C. Rider
Hound Dog/Teddy Bear/Don't be cruel
Suspicious minds
Celine Dion/Elvis Presley
If I can dream – CC rider tag to exit
Celine Dion
The Power of love
My Heart Will Go On
The Prayer (duet)
Luciano Pavarotti / Marie Calles
O sole mio (duet)
La Donne Mobile
O Mio Babbino Caro
Nessun dorma
Vissi D'arte, Vissi D'amore
LaBiamo
Che gelida manina
Si, me chiamano Mimi
O Soave fanciulla (La Boheme - duet)
Ending/Encore (Bocelli/Brightman)
Time to say goodbye
Influences and inspiration
Andrea Bocelli, Sarah Brightman, Celine Dion, Luciano Pavarotti, Elvis Presley, Luther VanDross, Diana Ross, Whitney Houston, Barbra Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Michael Buble, Donna Sommers, Cher, Clampton, Bonamassa.
Setup requirements
We bring our own sound system, labtops and professional tracks to sing with. We would need a table (4x8), two chairs and a place to set up a promo table for CD sales.
If live band is involved, then we would need to know the size of the venue and then determine what we need to bring for the most effective performance setting.
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