Eila Cooper

Biography

London based band singer, Eila Cooper, has had a varied and illustrious career in the entertainment industry spanning 40 years. A favourite now on the UK jazz club scene, her formative years were spent travelling the world on luxury cruise liners, with her very successful cabaret act. Nowadays, Eila is enjoying success fronting popular big bands on tour in the UK. A very accomplished performer, she entertains her audiences with a relaxed style and friendly manner, always adding that touch of humour. Her passion is singing the 'forever eternal' jazz standards, paying tribute to great artists su ... ch as Peggy Lee, Julie London, Diana Washington, Della Reese and the like, keeping their music and memory alive. Eila has a wealth of of experience and her varied career has taken her into the world of TV and film, with appearances in popular programmes such as Coronation Street, Emmerdale and Brookside. Her film debut was in the award winning drama for Channel 4, YOU, ME AND MARLEY. Aside from this, she has also worked on the production side of West End hits, BILLY ELLIOT and SCHOOL OF ROCK, which still allows her the time to do what she does best, sing and entertain of the highest standard. Eila is currently pleasing crowds, working alongside some of the top musicians in big bands, paying homage to The Great American Songbook. Her exceptional interpersonal skills and vast knowledge of the music industry is an asset to any venue and her attitude and professionalism is second to none. Read More

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Experience

Experience
VOCALIST & HOST, ROYAL CUNARD; WORLDWIDE — 2018–PRESENT
Queen’s Room Vocalist for the ballrooms aboard the Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria. Working with an 8 piece orchestra and 12 piece Big Band. Entertaining and hosting the ballroom.
ENTERTAINER, UK JAZZ & CLUB SCENE - 1985 - PRESENT
Self employed entertainer, working around the UK with own cabaret show.
GUEST ENTERTAINER, P&O CRUISES; WORLDWIDE — 1994-2000
Guest entertainer for P&O as part of a successful cabaret duo.

Suitable for

Bar / Bat Mitzvah Birthday Party (Adult) Casinos Christening Christmas Party Cocktail Party / Drinks Reception Corporate Event Dinner Party Jewish Wedding Private Party Product Launch / Promotion Trade Show / Exhibitions

Additional Information

Skills
Own cabaret show with 12 piece orchestrations.
Qualified dressmaker.
Qualified TV and Media Make Up Artist, specialising in theatre wigs. DBS Certificate.
Qualified First Aider.