Ellis Hall joins the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra in concert at the New Orleans Orpheum Theater

NEW ORLEANS - Jan. 10, 2016 - PRLog -- Sean Snyder
Director of Marketing and Communications
Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra
sean.snyder@lpomusic.com
504-523-6530 Ext. 103

Diane Larche'
Publicist for Ellis Hall
Larche’ Communications LLC
diane@larchecommunications.com
404 273-3227 mobile

(New Orleans, LA) On January 16 and 17, world-famous pianist and vocalist Ellis Hall joins the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra in a concert including well-known favorites by Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder. Soul Revival: The Music of Ray Charles and More, featuring songs such “Georgia on my Mind,” “I Can’t Stop Loving You,” and other favorites by Stevie Wonder, Tower of Power, and The California Raisins, takes place January 16, 7:30 p.m., and January 17, 2:30 p.m., at the Orpheum Theater. Tickets and information are online at LPOmusic.com or by calling 504-523-6530.

Ellis Hall, accomplished and prolific performer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist with a five-octave range, is entertainment’s best-kept secret. In a career spanning more than four decades, Hall has solidified a reputation for soul-searing Rhythm & Blues, and has electrified audiences throughout the world. A master of the guitar, bass, piano, keyboards and drums, Hall has also made a mark as an incredible songwriter, arranger, and producer. He is well-known for his work with the magnetic soul sensations Tower of Power, where he was lead singer and keyboardist in the mid-1980s. He has also performed with a multitude of musical icons, including Stevie Wonder, Patti LaBelle, George Benson, Herbie Hancock, Earth Wind & Fire, Natalie Cole, George Duke, Bobby Womack, Billy Preston, James Taylor, Kenny G, Sheila E, John Mayer and his musical mentor Ray Charles.

Diagnosed with glaucoma as a child, in a time when there were no treatment options available, Hall and his family were informed by doctors that he would ultimately lose his sight. For many years he maintained good vision in one of his eyes, and was blessed to enjoy the sense in many ways. Unfortunately, he lost this ability after a devastating wrestling accident at the age of 18. By then, however, he had already begun attending the Perkins School for the Blind in Boston, Massachusetts, and found himself determined to succeed beyond his limitation.
Hall’s passion for music has also led him to share his powerful vocals throughout the years on many types of projects. He was a lead voice in the animated blues/soul band “The California Raisins,” and the whimsical “Beetlejuice” for a Universal Studios show. A versatile talent, Hall is a star of numerous film soundtracks, including “The Lion King 2,” “Chicken Run,” “Shrek 2,” “A Bug’s Life,” “Bruce Almighty,” “Beneath the Darkness,” and “Invincible.” He has even had acting roles in the box office hits “Big Momma’s House” and “Catch Me If You Can.” He also served as advisor to Jamie Foxx on the set of the movie Ray.

For more information, contact Sean Snyder, director of marketing and communications at 504-523-6530, ext. 201 or email sean.snyder@lpomusic.com. For interviews with Mr. Hall contact his publicist Diane Larche’ at 404 273-3227 or  email diane@larchecommunications.com
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CALENDAR EDITORS PLEASE NOTE:
Soul Revival: The Music of Ray Charles and More
Saturday, January 16, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 17, 2:30 p.m.
Orpheum Theater
Tickets start at $20