a BONAFIDE CHRISTMAS

"The Must-See holiday show of the year, It's jam packed full of soul and Christmas Cheer!"

In a world where nutcrackers, classical programs and shows for children frequently abound during the Christmas Season....haven't you as an adult ever wished there was something for you with a little more “oompf”? That is exactly what you get when a performer with one of the strongest voices and most dynamic stage personalities turns her talents to one big soul packed Christmas show

“A BonaFide Christmas” is a holiday journey that will take you

from moving spiritual Christmas numbers to lighthearted impudent

favorites. This concert makes deliberate effort to stay away from the

“Children” aspect of the Christmas season. And while it IS targeted

at a more mature and musically discerning audience, the show is

suitable for all ages.

“A BonaFide Christmas” Features the soulful vocals of Paula

featured on fantastic arrangements from titans in the music

industry. Expect to hear the Luther Vandross/Marcus Miller version

of "My Favorite Things", John Legends "Silver Bells",  A stunningly

beautiful Patti LaBelle holiday Ballad "Christmasing With You",

Ledisi's arrangement of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas", Plus other jazz, blues and soul holiday favorites as well as moving "Christian Holiday" songs, "Bethlehem Morning", "Oh Holy Night", "Who Would Imagine a King", "Where Else Would a Lamb be Born" and even a few originals. You'll also be treated to Mike Frost's creative instrumentals from his acclaimed "Frosty Christmas" album.

"A BonaFide Christmas" is  thoughtful collection of everyone's favorite sounds of the season the must see Christmas show of the year!

BONAFIDE

"A mix of traditional and modern Funk , Jazz & Blues in a show that's  dynamic, downright sexy

and ultimately danceable!" ( Optional horn section available) 

Bonafide began when Paula and Bassist, Mike Frost teamed up for the first time.  Their musical chemistry blew everyone away. The act is a blend of Modern and Traditional Funk Grooves blended with the complexity and sophistication of Jazz and the Passion and conviction of Soul And Blues.  Bonafide also offers a large variety of Cocktail/dinner music when called for. But most of the time, they can be found on a stage delighting a grooving audience. 

 You'll be delighted with the driving instrumentals  from musicians at the top of their game and vocal numbers from a truly outstanding vocalist. Paula has an onstage persona both witty and mischievous as well as at times, hilarious, rounding out the show with a

humorous element  that compliments the slick and sly vibe of the

show. Mike keeps the groove going with his creative use of the 

bass, where he not only lays down the groove people expect from  

the instrument, but he often takes the solos normally reserved for

higher instruments. And he is equally at home doing either.

Hazen Bannister, Music professor at Clemson University and

founding member of "The Swinging Medallions" exclaimed

"That was some next level stuff! They made Mustang Sally sound

like something the Yellowjackets would do!" Barry Finnerty of the

Brecker Brothers and Jazz Crusaders said "They sound like

Tower of Power with a killer chick singer and Jaco Pastorius

on bass!" This is not surprising as Mike actually studied under

Jaco and Paula's debut album featured Tower of Power horns.

Bonafide is sophisticated without being too serious, and is a fan 

and festival favorite. The basic band is a 6 piece combo of piano,

bass, drums, guitar, sax and vocals with options  to add a trumpet and trombone and or Bari Sax. ( For a 7 , 8 or 9 pc band)This allows them to be a very versatile group capable of serving

almost any size event.