Ella Chadwell is the latest addition to the Now Hear This client roster. A jazz vocalist with a sound reminiscent of standards, she has been performing in the greater Tampa Bay area, but is looking to NHT for a greater reach.
Although she did release a gospel CD many years ago, Chadwell’s second effort was a jazz CD, and she is currently planning her third recording project, which will also be jazz.
“Ella exudes charm and class, in her sound, her stage presence, and her personality,” said Now Hear This President Bruce Wawrzyniak. “It has been a delight getting to know her and watch her perform and I’m sure we’re in for more of the same as we start this journey working together.”
Wawrzyniak noted that there are certain venues that NHT already plans to target in the greater Tampa Bay area as well as Orlando, Sarasota, Fort Myers, and Naples. Plus, he said that bookings will be sought on cruise ships, what with the nearby Port of Tampa having a few different lines that sail out of there.
Chadwell’s live performances consist solely of herself and pianist Jimmy Silva, who also plays with Gloria Estefan.
Chadwell is actively involved with the Women’s Resource Center, stage productions (plays) at her church, and has her own line of “EllaMints” available at a local chocolatier.