marqseven

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Actor's Resume: http://resumes.actorsaccess.com/marqueciajordan
Modeling Portfolio & Credits: http://modelmayhem.com/marquecia

Described as sparkling, magnetic, and sultry, singer and songwriter marqseven has been performing professionally since 1999. Music has long been a passion of hers, as her evolution began by playing various musical instruments in elementary and high school, and then dancing with a local rap group in the early nineties. She has been bringing her deepest thoughts, truest emotions and colorful imagination to life on paper composing original song lyrics, short stories and poetry. She began sharing her poetic works at various open mics around Chicago while infusing her rich, deep vocals into her performances. All drawn from her personal experiences, marqseven's poignant pieces celebrate the inspiration of a new love, the frustration of unbalanced relationships, spirituality and personal growth.

In August 2000, marqseven made her professional debut as a jazz vocalist with saxophonist David Boykin and The David Boykin Expanse, and is featured on his 2001 release, 47th Street Ghost. She has performed in many popular venues and festivals, including the 2001 Chicago Jazz Festival, which was broadcast live on WBEZ 91.5 FM. In May 2003, she was chosen as one of ten finalists in the Chicago Music Opportunity Project (CMOP) showcase competition and has one of her songs, Strange Love, featured on the CMOP compilation CD, CMOP Volume I. She has shared the stage with some of the world's most accomplished musical talent, including Howard Hewett, Vinx, Soul People, and the Damian Espinosa Jazz Ensemble. She has also been seen as one of The Supremes in V. Holmes' “Tribute to the Motown Greats". She is currently performing locally and nationally with the Ken Arlen Orchestra.

All in one show, marqseven delivers the best, from stirring soul classics to bold, emotionally honest originals. Through her mellow vocals, irresistible smile and contagious energy, she captivates and tantalizes her audience from start to finish, creating an unforgettable vibe and a simply incredible performance. Her EP, Synchronicity, features a smooth, honeyed blend of acoustic, soul and house tunes.

Email info@jazzinspires.com.

marqseven's theatre credits include:
National Black Theatre Festival, Aug 2007 (Dionne Warwick,Black Ensemble Theater)
Black, White and Gray: A New Musical Theatre Building Chicago
Nina Simone: The High Priestess Speaks, Black Ensemble Theater
Don't Make Me Over: In Tribute to Dionne Warwick, Black Ensemble Theater
Jack and the Beanstalk, Chicago Kids Company
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Chicago Kids Company

DISCOGRAPHY
synchronicity EP (2007)
Love Grows EP (2004)
Goddess Within Project Compilation CD (2004)
CMOP Compilation Volume 1 (2003)
West End Records International Music Search TOP 10 (2003-2004) (featured on If Things Dont Get Better)
southsideacousticwave demo (2003)
47th Street Ghost, The David Boykin Expanse (2001)

Member Since:

October 27, 2005

Members:

marqseven - lead vocalist
PRODUCERS
scot vanderpool (scot vanderpool productions)
bemaji tillman (house of twang)
playboy-chi (sleepless productionz, inc.)
shawn wallace (qi music group)

marqseven @ The Center for Performing Arts 10.13.06

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Influences:

The truly magnificent body of work created by all of my fellow artists in my circle; India Arie, Jill Scott, Nina Simone, Lizz Wright, Prince, Sade, Sarah Vaughn, Cassandra Wilson, Meshell N'Dgeocello, Fertile Ground, Vinx, and countless others...man, whatever I hear that is truly soulful, creative and real. And although u don't hear it yet, a whole lotta house music! Now if u wanna get really detailed, the astrological sign under which i was born (passionate scorpio!), human emotion and psychology; acts of true love & kindness as well as anger & spite; the cycles of the moon; other's energies as i am a sensitive being; past life connections; spiritual forces; fear & courage; pain; sex; desire; birth & death; pleasure; peace; possibilities...

Sounds Like:

ME! then india arie, sade, phyllis hyman, lizz wright--or so i've been told.

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