Owen Valentine Powerhouse Jazz/ R&B Vocalist/ Violinist/ Multi Instrumentalist

Based in United States

Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States
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LOCATION
Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States

TRAVEL
up to 12500 miles

PRICE
from $600 (USD)

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Price Guide

Description Price
Solo Violin$2000 (USD)
Solo Vocal$2000 (USD)
Violin plus Dancer$3000 (USD)
Jazz String Group plus Flute or Vocals$5000 (USD)
Jazz Vocal/Violin with Upright Bass$3000 (USD)
Payment and booking 1/3 to secure date 1/3 -30 days before event 1/3 - 24 hrs before event A warm , dry , safe performance environment that has enough room for a proper performance. Access to stable electricity if an amplified performance Notification if the performance is being streamed

About / Biography

Owen Valentine is a multi-dimensional performer who has toured the World in the Jazz, R&B, World , and Soul Music Markets.

A Grammy nominated performer - He sings Popular, Jazz, and Soul Music, plays Jazz and Electric Violin, and is multiple Successful recordings.

His Vocal range extends from Tenor to a High Counter Tenor/ Soprano.

His Violin style is at home on the Blues, Jazz, Gospel, Reggae, Hip Hop, Funk ...even Zydeco.

he is in fact one of the first violinist of the hip hop genre...

he plays 4&5 string acoustic, electro acoustic, and electric violins and endorses Zeta, David Gage, Tucker Barret, and Sam Payton Violins.

Vocal Comparisoons

Al Jarreau

Stevie Wonder

Phillip Bailey

Donny Hathaway

Violin Comparisons

Noel Pointer

Jean Luc Pointy

He has played and Recorded with a whose who of A list performers

including...

Mary J Blige

Jill Scott

Pink

Lil Kim

Parliament Funkadelic

Fela

Celine Dion

Chic

Doug E Fresh

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Location

Based in United States

Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States
Travels worldwide
pink circle = free travel (up to 20 miles)

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Jazz

A foggy day

Gershwin

Summertime

Gershwin

Misty

Errol Gardner

Bye Bye Blackbird

Unforgettable

Nat King Cole

Cherokee

Ray Noble

What a difference a day makes

Mercy Mercy Mercy

Cannonball Adderly

Gospel and Funerals

I’m going up Yonder

The Lords Prayer

His Eye is On the Sparrow

Latin

Girl from Ipanema

Jobim

Wave

Meditation

Jobim

One Note Samba

Sway

Desifinado

Wedding Songs

Valentine

Owen Valentine

Say Yes

Floetry

Whenever, Wherever, Whatever

Maxwell

Why I love You

Major

Ribbon in the Sky

Stevie Wonder

I honestly love you

Motown

What’s Going On

Marvin Gaye

I want you back

The Jackson 5

Ooh baby, baby

Smoky Robinson

Soul

A change is gonna come

Sam Cook

Disco

Last Dance

Donna Summer

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Non Smoking
Access to modern electric power with 3 prongs
Enough space to bow and play or perform
Parking


What information do you require about a venue?

Entry
Smoking /non smoking
Hard Wood or Carpet
Solid Directions
Can equipment be stored


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

I can be self contained


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Yes I can play music between sets

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

Lincoln Center …was a featured composer and performer
Madison Square Garden …with Celine Dion
Was awesome!


What's your favourite type of event?

Special Events and Weddings

I love playing all types of events, especially ones where I can just let go and bring a mix of of all my musical influences to the stage . I’m definitely a reactionary performer who feeds on the energy generated by the interaction with an audience. From 5 to 50,000 people…I can do it intimately or give it a Madison Square Garden vibe.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

I’ve toured the USA, Europe, The Netherlands, Canada and all of Indonesia.

I started with small jazz clubs, went on International tours as a soloist and dancer, got picked up by Rap, Pop, and Jazz groups.

In between playing a Royal Wedding or Two…I’ve played political events, private parties, and literally every possible performance style.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Stevie Wonder
Earth, Wind, and Fire
Michael Jackson
John Coltrane
Santana
Parliament Funkadelic

Stevie Wonder for Musical diversity ❤️

“The Greatest Love of All”is a favorite song!


What Should I expect to experience during your performance?

I am a total performer who Sings, Plays 30 instruments, Dances , and Leads Ensembles from 2-20 people.
My performances can be as subtle or bombastic as you need.
I’m a true musical shape shifter from Blues and Jazz, to Broadway to Funk, to Pop and beyond…
I combine the energy of Prince, Stevie Wonder, TSOP, and can bring the urban energy of hip hop like groups over worked with like the Roots, Lil Kim, and other urban artists. Just unleash me and enjoy ❤️


What’s Unique About Your Performance

I have over 4 octaves in my Voice and am the king of High Notes. My Violin playing can be extremely bluesy and Soulful and I tailor make all my effects . So you will literally never hear the same sound any where 🎬

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

We like to arrive 2 hrs before performance
Set up equipment and allow the instruments to adjust to the settings. Perform 2 x 40 minute sets. Playing streamed before and in between sets..


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes
As long as there is shelter from rain and direct sun, a power source, and access to safety in case of storms.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

I absolutely can accommodate request.
I ask that song request are provided early to give the best presentation. But I’m flexible and can learn most songs fairly quickly. Let’s keep it to songs that reflect the ensemble hired. Like if you want a duet performance…use my package that includes a female vocalist.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Most clients describe my performances as electrifying, happy, exciting, soulful and full of energy

Recent Clients

Owen Valentine has performed for these clients:

Pink

Background singer and Choir

Lil Kim Tour

Background Singer

Imani Dia Smith funeral

Violinist

Venues

Owen Valentine has performed at these venues:

Madison Square Garden

The Kimmel Center

The Academy of Music

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Channel 17 in Philadelphia

NJPAC

Lincoln Center

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Bar / Venue Event

Funeral / Memorial

Wedding Proposal

Concert

Religious Event

Recording Session

Cruise

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

Classical

Film / TV

1920s Music

1930s Music

1960s Music

1970s Music

1990s Music

2000s+ Music

Jazz

Blues

Latin Jazz

Swing

Christmas

Gospel

Background Music

Pop

Acoustic

Funk

Hip Hop

Motown

R&B

Soul

Tribute

World Music

African Music

Caribbean

Reggae

Features:

Instrumental

Male & female vocalists

100% acoustic (no power)

DJ / background music options

Will travel internationally

PA / sound system included

Male vocalist

Uses backing tracks

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