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OMEGA
(USA)
Overview
Omega Bone, the sound of authentic black American music in Europe, grew up in Los
Angeles, but now resides in Düsseldorf, Germany. She spends much of her time
performing, recording for herself and others and giving private voice lessons.
Whether you seek a great band, a classy solo act, or an educator to help guide the singers
of tomorrow, everything will be handled with professionalism. No one works harder than
she does. At show time Omega's talents and charisma take over leaving the audience
mesmerized.
Enclosed in this Press Kit are the following:
 Biography
 Resume
 FAQs
 Press Release Template
 Press Photos
Biography
A dynamic artist whose supercharged vocals bring music to life and crowds to their feet,
Omega Bone has traveled the world, delivering dazzling performances in Jazz, Musical
Theater, Gospel, Soul and even Classical music. Omega’s exciting sound can rock any party
and bring down any house.
In her 14 years of performing for audiences around the world, Omega has wowed crowds
with performances in Michael Jackson’s 1993 Super Bowl halftime spectacular; the L.A.
production of Hallelujah Mahalia!; the Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers’ production of Carmen;
the Pasadena Pops Symphony Orchestra’s Porgy and Bess; and a soul-stirring rendition of
“What the World Needs Now,” accompanied by Burt Bacharach in the September 11th
Interfaith Remembrance Service.
Omega has performed in Germany with Greg Gaynair, Pamela Falcon, and Ron T., toured Brazil
with the Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers, and taken the stage with Creative Response in their
South African production of Voices for Peace and L.A.’s City at Peace. Omega’s considerable
talents extend beyond vocals, having co-written both Creative Response productions,
choreographed a number in City at Peace, and composed and recorded the featured tune, “I
Want Him Back.”
Omega’s love of music, and of sharing that love with an audience, drives her to give her all
in every performance. It’s a love that’s always tangible among the crowd, and part of what
makes her such an electrifying performer. Omega’s the breakout star that can make your
band, your party, your recording session or live production shine!
Resume
Events & Tours
Mercedes Benz Eurotraining 2004
Bonn, Germany
Coatema 30th Anniversary
Dormagen, Germany
Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers
Sao Paulo, Brasilia, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
September 11th Interfaith Rememberance Service 2002, Cathedral of Our Lady of the
Angels
Los Angeles, USA
Savannah OnStage
Savannah, USA
Congressional Black Caucus
Washington DC, USA
Creative Response
Johannesburg, Pretoria, South Africa
NFL Superbowl Halftime Show
Pasadena, USA
Local Locations
Breugel – Köln
Ellington’s – Düsseldorf
Jatz – Dortmund
Jazz Keller – Frankfurt
Jazz Schmiede – Düsseldorf
Maritim Hotel – Bonn
Riff – Bochum
Wasserturn Hotel – Köln
Resume cont.
Performed with
Burt Bacharach, composer
Pamela Falcon, singer
Greg Gaynair, pianist
Billy Higgins, drummer
Moses Hogan, composer
Miki Howard, singer
Michael Jackson, singer
Richard Jackson, composer
Liza Minelli, singer
Rufus Reid, bassist
Groups
Gregory Gaynair Trio
Düsseldorf, Germany
Soul Suckers
Dortmund, Germany
Sweet Soul.ution
Xanten, Germany
Omega bone quartet
Los Angeles, USA
Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers
Los Angeles, USA
Church of Christian Fellowship Sanctuary Choir
Los Angeles, USA
Spirit & Truth Praise and Worship Team, City of Refuge
Los Angeles, USA
North Carolina A&T State University Choir and Chorale
Greensboro, USA
North Carolina A&T State University Jazz Band
Greensboro, USA
Ebony Sound System
Washington DC, USA
Howard University Choir
Washington DC, USA
Peace Child Honor Choir of the Greater Los Angeles Area
Los Angeles, USA
Resume cont.
Stage Plays
“Hallelujah Mahalia” produced by Donald Welch
Los Angeles, USA
“Porgy and Bess”, Pasadena Pops Orchestra Chorus
La Cañada, USA
“Carmen” Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers
Los Angeles, USA
“Voices for Peace”, Creative Response
South Africa
“City at Peace”, Creative Response
Los Angeles, USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Is “Omega Bone” a stage name?
No, She is the last of three children: Christopher Louis, Patrice Nannette, and Omega
Alyse.
What does “QB1” in QB1 Entertainment mean?
“QB1” is Omega Bone. “Q” represents the Greek letter Ω, or Omega. The “B” is the first
letter of Bone. “1” spelled in English is “o-n-e”, the last three letters of Bone.
When/How did Omega Bone realize that she wanted to be a singer?
“I love singing. I have always loved singing. When we moved across the United States
from South Carolina to California, at the age of 4, I can remember a few things. The trip
took several days and several nights. We stayed in motels and ate peanut butter and Ritz
crackers in the car. I loved the motels because every room had a balcony or porch. That
meant every night was a full 10-minute concert to the trees and grass. I made up songs, ‘A
Doo da do,’ ‘Make’em Bark’ ‘Obscene Phone Call’. Obviously, what ever I heard on the
TV was a big influence on my content. Most concerts were comprised of commercial
jingles and theme songs like, “Come back to Jamaica” “He Man” and “Reading Rainbow”
What companies has she worked for in Germany?
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Berenberg Bank
BVLGARI
Coatema
Mercedes Benz
Who has Omega studied with?
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Bradley Baker, Negro Spirituals and popular music
Bob Garrett, Musical Theater
Dr. Lloyd Mallory, Classical literature
Sarah McFerrin, Classical literature
Dr. J. Harrison Wilson, Negro Spirituals
Eric Poole, vocal technique
Judith Howle, Classical literature
Who has influenced Omega as an artist?
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Abbey Lincoln
Marvin Gaye
Nina Simone
Prince
Roberta Flack
 Stevie Wonder
 Johnny Hartman
Press Release Template
Press Kit, photos, and additional information are available upon request.
Please also visit our online press kit at www.omegabone.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
OMEGA BONE TO PERFORM AT [EVENT or VENUE]
[EVENT] is proud to present OMEGA BONE on [Date] at [Location]. A dynamic artist
whose supercharged vocals bring music to life and crowds to their feet, Omega Bone has
traveled the globe delivering her dazzling sound wherever she goes. Drawing her inspiration
from such artists as Marvin Gaye, Roberta Flack, Prince, Stevie Wonder, Abbey Lincoln,
Nina Simone, and Johnny Hartman, her soulful sounds personify the excitement and
emotion of authentic black American music, a gift that makes her one of the hottest club
performers in Germany.
Omega started her career in her early teens in Los Angeles, wowing crowds with
performances in Michael Jackson’s 1993 Super Bowl halftime spectacular; the L.A.
production of Hallelujah Mahalilia!; the Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers’ production of Carmen;
the Pasadena Pops Symphony Orchestra’s Porgy and Bess; and a soul-stirring rendition of
“What the World Needs Now,” accompanied by Burt Bacharach in the September 11th
Interfaith Remembrance Service.
Omega has performed all over the world – in Europe with Greg Gaynair, Pamela Falcon, and
Ron T, Brazil with the Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers, and South Africa with the Creative
Response production of Voices for Peace. More than just a dazzling vocalist, Omega is also an
accomplished choreographer, composer and playwright. Her classical training allows her to
shine in styles as varied as opera, gospel and pop, and literally gives life to her passion. “I
love to sing because I love to tell stories,” Omega says. “Stories about life and love and
struggle and progress. I tell stories the way they happen. When I sing, I want the audience
to see the light of God in me. And when I sing, I draw my strength from seeing the light of
God in those who hear me.”
Press Photos
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