SEEKING
Accordion, Acoustic Guitar, Background Singer, Bagpipes, Banjo, Bass Guitar, Cello, Clarinet, DJ, Dobro, Drums, Electronic Music, Fiddle, Flute, Harmonica, Harp, Keyboard, Lead Guitar, Mandolin, Other, Other Percussion, Piano, Rhythm Guitar, Saxophone, Steel guitar, Trombone, Trumpet, Ukulele, Upright bass, Violin, Vocalist, Vocalist - Alto, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist - Soprano, Vocalist - Tenor.ABOUT
New Orleans' Offbeat magazine describes Aural Elixir's unique sound as "...Joni Mitchell’s sly and perceptive confessional meets Fiona Apple’s confrontational doomed romantic, with little hints of Tori Amos’ gonzo earth mother and Carole King’s practical warmth."
Aural Elixir is an eclectic musical experience from Jesse Maclaine and the rich sonic tapestry of New Orleans. Pulling from a diverse catalog of distinctive originals, popular covers and obscure classic songs, Aural Elixir delights dancers and music lovers of all ages. While Jesse Maclaine's style is clearly influenced by classical training and jazz sensibilities, she has created a unique sound that is elegant, upbeat, quirky, clever and enchanting. Often compared to Tori Amos & Joni Mitchell, Aural Elixir delivers versatile, soulful music that is both accessible and defies categorization.
- Screen name:
- aural_elixir
- Member since:
- Aug 16 2016
- Active within 24 hours
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 30
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- More than 3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 6-7 nights a week
- Most available:
- Days
Influences
Formally trained in classical music, jazz and musical theater. Influenced by all the sounds, especially those created by Joni Mitchell, Tori Amos, Frank Zappa, Thelonious Monk, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Charles Mingus, Beethoven, Mozart, Stravinsky, and popular music from the 60's to today.
Instrument experience:
- Vocalist:
- Expert
- Vocalist - Soprano:
- Expert
- Background Singer:
- Expert
- Vocalist - Alto:
- Expert
- Keyboard:
- Advanced
- Piano:
- Advanced
EQUIPMENT
JBL self powered PA, Yamaha keyboard, Shure microphones, stands, cables, etc.
