About this Event
$25 General Admission
$30 Reserved Seating
$50 VIP - Reserved Seating & Dinner
VIP Dinner Includes: Garlic Stuffed Brisket, Bourbon St. Chicken, 7 Cheese Mac, and Cajun Green Beans.
Celebrate the holidays with a spectacular night of entertainment for the love of music, food and of course Unity!
Eldon and this crew have worked hard to create a one-of-a-kind musical experience you won't soon forget.
The magic is real when these music masters hit the stage, so get your tickets early and enjoy the atmosphere with cocktails, wine, food, and much more.
Elevate Unity Inc. @ www.elevateunity.org
Elevate Unity Benefit Music and events are a collaborative effort created from the necessity to support the arts, reconnect our community, and promote unity through the healing message of music! Our focus is to advocate for diversity, equality, and unity!
ELDON T. JONES
"What I hope people take away from my music is a glimpse at the person God created me to be, how he designed me to shine through my gifts,” says saxophonist Eldon T Jones.
Jones moves hearts through his profoundly genuine playing and an infectious groove he honed in Portland before becoming a nationally recognized smooth jazz artist and electrifying festival performer.
As a child in a prominent musical family, melody was part of the air Jones breathed. “Listening to my uncles playing saxophone in church inspired me to pick up the sax, and as I got into music that resonated with me, Grover Washington, Jr., Wilton Felder (Crusaders), and Kirk Whalum influenced my own playing,” Jones says. He brought together young musicians from his neighborhood including his teenage brother Anthony Jones (later of Pink Martini) to form the group N Touch that Portland audiences soon grew to cherish. Their burgeoning local fanbase led to N Touch opening for Earth, Wind & Fire and Tower of Power, receiving glowing praise from musicians in both groups.
As Jones established himself by performing at venues like Yoshi’s (Oakland), Spaghettini (LA), Jazz Alley (Seattle), and Jimmy Mak’s (Portland), he never disconnected from his community or roots. He often performs at the Oregon Symphony’s Gospel Christmas show and benefit concerts for local organizations. In 2017, World Arts Foundation recognized Jones with a Lifetime Achievement Award at their annual MLK Tribute for the blessing his music has been to the Portland community.
In 2019, Jones tributed Grover Washington, Jr. at Portland Jazz Festival with a band that included Washington’s former bassist Gerald Veasley. Jones honored the music of his hero, and Veasley affirmed Jones as the best person to capture not only Washington’s distinctive sound but also his character. That set the stage for Jones to release his first single as a solo artist, “T’s Jam,” which peaked at #54 on the Smooth Jazz Network Top 100, #1 on Groove Jazz Music’s Most Added, and #4 on Billboard’s Smooth Jazz Most Added. Portland Jazz Festival invited Jones to return in 2024 with a First Call Showcase concert, a new series honoring local legends of the jazz scene, so he put together an outstanding band for a sold-out show at The Old Church!
The success of “T’s Jam” caught the attention of Jones’s longtime friend and industry wiz Darren Rahn who signed Jones to Side 2 Music. Rahn produced Jones’s next singles “Captured by Love,” which hit #30 on the SJNT100, and “Sweet Serenity,” which peaked at #31 on the SJNT100 and #41 on the Mediabase Smooth A/C Chart. This foray into the smooth jazz scene landed Jones on another big stage back home for the 2022 Vanport Jazz Festival. The summer of 2023 saw Jones head east to perform at Capital Jazz Fest, The Roots Picnic, and Jazz in Hot Springs.
ALONZO CHADWICK
His interests in music began since around the first grade, where he was selected to sing the lead for his classrooms Christmas program. From there he got started like many other artists of today: singing and stepping into the role of lead vocalist in his church choir. Now this talented vocalist has stepped into his own as one of the Pacific Northwest’s premier male vocalist, and creating quite a buzz, and his name?
Alonzo Chadwick! Possessing an incredible vocal range, and an amazing voice able to perform almost any genre. He also has an energetic stage presence that impacts you emotionally as well as joyfully. Able to move deftly from a simmering ballad that sooths the soul and sets an ambiance, to an up-tempo R&B, Blues, Jazz, Funk, or Gospel groove that creates a high energy musical experience, that not only gives you chills, but guarantees to have you up on your feet clapping, dancing and singing along.
He is a true musician and accomplished vocalist that has a sincere compassion and desires to see people impacted through his gifts of Music. He is also a poet, songwriter, actor, playwright, and most of all a GREAT Father and Husband. He has begun to take his career in music to the next level by preparing to record his first project after years as a professional vocalist.
You may have seen Alonzo performing as a highly anticipated reoccurring soloist at the Oregon Symphony’s annual “Gospel Christmas” for the last 12 years. That’s where Alonzo never fails to wow the audience by ending all three nights with a roaring standing ovation.
Coast to the East and from the Northern states to the Southern states. He is the 2012 spring winner of the “Most Powerful Voices” singing competition sponsored by GMC channel. He has performed at National renowned “Oregon Blues Festival,” as well as Oregon’s “The Bite,” and “The Portland Rose Festival.” Performed and shared the stage with recording artists such as Josh Groban, Israel Houghton, Kim Burell, John P Kee, Canton Jones, William Murphy, India Arie, CeCe Winans, Pink Martini, David Banner, The Oregon Symphony, Storm Large, Linda Hornbuckle, Janice Scroggins, National renowned Cantor Ida Rae Cahana, and Orchestra Conductor Dr. Charles Floyd, and special life changing performances for Civil Rights activist Congressman John Lewis & Myrlie Evers. Alonzo has recently stepped into the world of theater and is already beginning to make his mark as an up and coming thespian. Using this platform as place to engage in the fight of social justice. He’s now ready to go to heights unknown, and is excited about using his many gifts and talents on his journey along the way.
CHRIS TURNER
Chris Turner’s journey in music began at the age of three, driven by a strong desire to create and play music from within. Immersed in music from every available source, his ears developed quickly, though his hands initially lagged behind. Chris played music throughout middle and high school, where he learned to read music and understand the dynamics of a band.
Much of Chris Turner’s musical development and intuition came from his church upbringing, often finding himself in moments where it was “do or die.” From there, he had the pleasure of traveling and performing with various groups, meeting and networking with musicians across different states. At that point, Chris knew he wanted to dedicate his life entirely to music, and it became his driving force.
Chris has served as music director for many artists, churches, and events. He has performed with acts such as:
Mega Artists: Prince, Stevie Wonder
Gospel Artists: Israel Houghton, Kim Burrell, Fred Hammond
Jazz Artists: Kirk Whalum, Lalah Hathaway
TV Appearances:
Arsenio Hall – link
David Letterman – link
Jimmy Kimmel – link
Chris Turner is currently the keyboardist for Liv Warfield and serves as Music Director for saxophonist Mike Phillips. His introduction to the recording world as a solo artist came with his debut release in 2015.
ELI HARDY
Know as Jove, this force is a dynamic R&B and soul singer, recording artist, and musician from Portland, Oregon.
Born in 1990 and raised in a musical family—his father a pastor and musician, his mother a singer and music teacher—Eli grew up surrounded by music and began performing professionally at just 11 years old.
Over the years, Eli has built a reputation as both a powerful vocalist and skilled keyboardist. He has opened Portland Trail Blazers games, headlined Nike benefits, and brought his sound to college festivals across the region. His original singles The Business and Fantasy Girl became fan favorites, showcasing his blend of smooth R&B with timeless soul influences.
Eli’s career has taken him beyond Portland, performing in Los Angeles’ top R&B clubs and on stages across the West Coast. At home, he continues to lead as the head musician at Highland Christian Center, while also creating spaces for live music through The Upper Room Live Experience—a unique showcase of R&B, soul, and live band performances.
With roots in the church and a lifelong passion for music, Eli Hardy continues to inspire audiences with his voice, artistry, and dedication to keeping live R&B and soul thriving.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Alberta Abbey, 126 Northeast Alberta Street, Portland, United States
USD 28.40 to USD 51.59
