About

 

Jill Bailey is the perfect choice for a professional singer at your next special event. 

Born and raised in a musical family in Oak Park Illinois, Jill's childhood and young-adult years were deeply enriched by the treasury of artistic talent that surrounded her.

Through her own vocal achievements in both sacred settings and in the theater, Jill earned scholarships from the First United Methodist Church and from Northern Illinois University where she continued her vocal studies as a soloist and a choral section leader.

Jill's love of music and her love for all people led her to serve in the United States Peace Corps in Gambia, West Africa.  Working by the side of Gambian women in their rice fields, Jill would cause delight by spontaneously breaking into an Italian Aria before seamlessly transitioning into a traditional work-song in their local dialect of Mandinka.

Now settled in Central Massachusetts with her husband, John, and son, Cade, Jill continues to share her gifts and passion for musical expression with her community in both sacred and secular settings.  She is an active member of the Wesley United Methodist Church Choir and has been seen onstage at Foothills Theatre in Worcester and Stageloft Repertory Theatre in Sturbridge.  Jill's graceful combination of sincere warmth, experience, and reliable professionalism yields a guarantee of beautiful music.

 

 

 

What People Are Saying

"Jill was simply beautiful singing at my Mother’s service…I felt that her spirit was there as she was singing and smiling broadly in appreciation…my Mother had a critical ear for outstanding voices…" ~ Carolyn Riggard

"We couldn't have custom-ordered a better singer for our wedding-   Jill Bailey hit every note pitch-perfect and had us moved to tears with  the lush beauty of her gorgeous voice.  Her singing was the best thing to happen to our wedding since we met !"
~ Mrs. Peter C. Bartels

"I can always count on Jill Bailey to come through - even with very short notice - to add inspiring, artistic, and heart-felt music to our worship services." ~ Scott Lamlein, Director of Music Ministries, Wesley United Methodist Church, Worcester, MA

"Music has been central in our married life. On our 50th wedding anniversary we planned a service to renew our wedding vows and  we knew that music must be included. We asked Jill to sing and she blessed us with her lovely voice. Jill's singing was truly a benediction for us on one of the most special days of our life together. She is so talented and her sweet spirit comes through in everything that she sings." ~ Lorraine Kronberg

 

 

Sound Samples

       " The flexibility to sing with a child's innocent pure tone brings to mind an angelic little boy in a choir loft, an ethereal sound"
 
       " Jill brings heartfelt warmth to this classic piece, her presence is empathetic and tender, she can comfort or rejoice "
 
       " Contemporary yet time-honored-Jill's smooth, rich, and passionate rendering is an asset to any service"

 

 

 
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