Ophelia

 

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Ophelia: Contemporary Eclectic
Concert Pianist, Composer and Vocalist

"Piercingly Beautiful & Emotionally Profound Music For The Soul"


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Ohklectic Records is proud to announce Award winning Pianist, Composer and Vocalist: Ophelia!
She has merged styles together creating her own unique- Contemporary Eclectic Sounds ranging from
Jazz, New Age, Classical, Native Fusion, African, Latin and Jigs. Hers is an intricate new sound
that attracts a diverse audience and will inspire you to follow your own dreams.
Music critics describe her as energetic, soothing and technically sound but most often PASSIONATE!



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Electronic Online Press Kit Includes:

Music and Video Demo's, Press release, Reviews, Articles and Clippings, Publicity Photos, Brochure, Stage plot,
Bio (Full, Short bio and One paragraph summary) Album covers .

Music and Video
Press Release
Reviews, Article's and Clippings
Publicity Photos
Brochure
Ophelia's FULL Biography
Bio (Full, Short bio and One paragraph summary)
Album covers

FOR BOOKING, PRESS, MEDIA...
Contact Ophelia Handberry

We are currently scheduling National and International performances for 2023-2024.  
E-mail for:
Dates of Availability
Artist Fees
General Questions?

Phone: 203-748-5131

Web Site Address: http://www.opheliahandberry.com

PERFORMANCE INFO:


Artist: OPHELIA Handberry
Concert Pianist, Composer, Vocalist: Acoustic Piano or Keyboard with Some Vocals

Instrumentation: Solo, Duo, Trio, Quartet or Quintet.

Musical Genre/Style:
Contemporary Eclectic Sounds

Jazz, Light Jazz, Latin Jazz, New Age, World Music, Caribbean, Classical...

Set List:
Our set list can varies depending on each booking. Our general performing times.
-One or Two, 45-minute sets
-One or Two, 60-minute sets


Basic Requirements:
A professional concert grand piano and/or professional digital piano/keyboard.
(please note, in some cases, Ophelia tours with her digital pianos)

Stage plots(Click Here for the Stage Plot in .pdf format.)

SHORT PARAGRAPH:

Ophelia's FULL Biography-Click Here


"Ophelia's sound is full, rich and sparkling... Her fiercely dramatic keyboard artistry literally grabs your attention and seldom lets you go. The high octane passionate jazz fusion music she has composed, literally explodes at times with energy and fire… while her smooth, dreamy vocals are mesmerizing. In the hands of Ophelia and company, your cares should be chased away and replaced by smiles and laughter. You will be inspired to follow your own dreams! It doesn't get much better than this!"



ALBUM COVERS:

Picture April Storm Ophelia Handberry: Native Ground CD Ophelia Handberry: Echoes Under the Sun cd Ophelia Handberry: Rhythmic Jubilee Ophelia Handberry: Always Eat African-American Food Poetry and Music

VIDEO:
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  • The Ophelia Handberry Quartet at Downtown Portland Oregon's Premiere Jazz Lounge:
    The Jack London Revue
  • The Ophelia Handberry Quartet at Downtown Portland Oregon's Premiere Jazz Lounge:
    The Jack London Revue
    Featuring: Award Winning Contemporary Eclectic Pianist- Ophelia Handberry,
    Gean Ermel-drums, Jeff Andrews-bass, Art Alexander-percussion.


  • Ophelia Handberry Demo of Sunshine and Roses: In Memory Of...
    Upstate NY the Summer of 2021 during the pandemic.
  • Sunshine and Roses... In Memory Of..:
    This song was written to remember those we have Lost and Love.
    Featuring: Award Winning Contemporary Eclectic Pianist and Vocals- Ophelia Handberry,
    Ira Coleman- Bass
    Tim Herrmann -Drums

    May our tears be replaced with happy memories, Sunshine and Roses...
    This raw version was recorded Upstate New York in the summer of 2021 while on LOA during the pandemic.
    It's message is that of hope and healing...




    MUSIC CLIPS
    for detailed CD info, click here.
      Rhythmic Jubilee CD Project/Demo for EPK
      Sample Music for Duo, Trio, Quartet and Quintet-and Some Vocals
      Genre of Eclectic Music: World Music, Jazz, Latin Jazz, Afro-Cuban, Caribbean, New Age Undertones….

    Short Bio:

    Eclectic Award Winning Concert Pianist, Composer and Vocalist, Ophelia, is known for her "outstanding keyboard artistry, interwoven melodies, rich bass lines, unique percussive touches and dreamy vocals"... Ophelia's innovation marks her as a Rare, passionate artist, well before her time. Read More  

    "This Graceful dancing pianist plays her heart out, while her performances take you into another world." Her music carries a stirring, modern, earthy undertone with a uniqueness that appeals to diverse audiences. Ophelia's Duo, Trio, Quartet or Quintet of contemporary musicians have played from Hartford to Hong Kong, in a variety of venues and setting and with audiences of all sizes. Ophelia and her band are a professional, talented group that are: READY TO PERFORM!

    Listening to her distinct sound you embrace styles ranging from Jazz, New Age, Classical, Native fusion, African, Latin, and Jigs. Her very identifiable, "Contemporary Eclectic Sounds" or what her Fans call, "Ophelia Music", have been featured on National Public Radio- National PBS programs, and numerous national and syndicated radio stations. All of her recordings are individual projects, based on very specific themes that define her eclectic style. So far Ophelia has produced five titles to her name: April Storm, AEAAF, Native Ground.. Stand My Ground, Echoes... Under The Sun and the Rhythmic Jubilee CD. All authenticate Ophelia's eclectic ability. They have become timeless pieces and her music has garnered her successful career which continues to grow by word of mouth.

    Ophelia is respected for her integrity, authenticity and remaining true to herself. Her beauty, flare and radiance are contagious and her Headliner shows leave you wanting more which is evident by her audience's consistently giving standing ovationsin response to her keyboard artistry. Ophelia has successfully managed tours across the country as well as internationally. Incredibly, she averaged four to six shows a weekend as a solo artist! She was also the featured performer for three years with African American Women on Tour, with renowned artists such as Terry McFadden, Debbie Allen and Lorraine Toussaint. She also gives Benefit Concerts for organizations to assist the homeless, abused children and others in need.



    Highlights and Pictures...
    For Publicity Pictures CLICK HERE
  • July 2024
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  • September 2023
    • The Caribbean Rum and Food Festival- (Outdoor Event)
    • 9/23 Boston, MA.

     

    • July 2022
      • One World Festival My Caribbean One World Expo
      • 9 July 2pm. Feb.
      • Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway
      • Boston, MA.

     

    • February 2022
      The Afro Caribbean Black History Gala and Awards
    • Afro Caribbean Black Gala
    • Tickets- visit website
      • 26 Feb. @ 6pm.
      • Boston, MA.
      • COVID-19 protocol is required: -proof of vaccine or a negative COVID-19 test to attend.

     

    • September 2021
      • The Caribbean Rum and Food Festival- (Outdoor Event)
        • 9/18 Boston, MA.
        • 5pm.
        • Tickets $29.99-$85

     

      Highlights from 2018

      Jack London-Portland, OR.
      Ophelia Neo Soul Ophelia Handberry Jack London
      The Ophelia Handberry Quartet/Quintet... Ophelia Handberry-Piano and Vocals, Gean Ermel-Drums,
      Jeff Andrews- Bass, Art Alexander-Percussion, Dan Brewster- Horns.

      Performance: Sponsored by Steinway and Sons @ Michelle's- Portland, OR. Ophelia Handberry Steinway and Sons Piano


      The Ophelia Handberry Trio
      Ophelia Handberry-Piano
      Gean Ermel-Drums
      Mike B- Bass
      Ophelia Handberry Trio Steinway and Sons Sponsored Event

      Rehearsing for Duo Master Class on the Steinway
      Ophelia Handberry-Piano and Vocals
      Gean Ermel- Drums
      Ophelia Handberry Duo

      In the Studio
      Ophelia Handberry Falcon Studios
      Marquay Seamster- Bass, Ophelia- PianoOphelia Handberry Falcon
      Ophelia Handberry Falcon Ophelia Handberry Falcon

      Recording Engineer Dennis Carter and Ophelia Handberry Ophelia Handberry Falon

      Performance: Portland Rose Festival Ophelia Handberry Portland Rose Festival
      The Ophelia Handberry Quintet
      Ophelia Handberry-Piano and Vocals
      Gean Ermel-Drums
      Carlwin Windom-Upright Bass and Sax
      Mitchell Handberry-Electronic Percussion
      Jay H-Bass
      Ophelia Handberry Portland Rose Festival

      Performance: Esther Short Park- Vancouver, WA.
      Ophelia Handberry-Piano and Vocals
      Gean Ermel-Drums
      Carlwin Windom- Bass
      Ophelia Handberry Esther Short Park



      Record Label
      Ohklectic Records P.O. Box 734 Bethel, CT. 06801


      Ophelia Handberry and Ohklectic Records are Members of
      American Society of Composers, Authors & Publishers
      (ASCAP)

      Distributed By
      Ohklectic Records

      Awards:
      ASCAP Special Popular Award Recipient Every Year since 1999.

      Rhythmic Jubilee CD OHK 695 (CD)
      Composed & Produced by Ophelia
      Release Date: November 2003

      Echoes...Under The Sun CD OHK 694 (CD)
      Composed, Produced & Performed by Ophelia
      Release Date: July 2000

      Native Ground... Stand My Ground CD OHK 686 (CD)
      Composed & Produced by Ophelia
      Release Date: March 15, 1998 (Regional) May 1. 1998 (National)

      April Storm CD: OHK 681 (CD) Territory: National
      Composed & Produced by Ophelia
      Release Date: August 1, 1996

      Always Eat African-American Food - Audio Cassette with music and booklet
      (Available only thru Ohklectic Records): Produced by Ophelia
      Release Date: Feb 1997 (National)
      Cassette OHK 689 w/ booklet
      Cassette 0HK682
      Booklet OHK690
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