Marvin Lee Jones

Pianist Marvin Lee Jones is a native of Los Angeles, California, and is the creative force behind Marvelous Music! and marvelousdinnermusic.com.
A graduate of California State University, Los Angeles with a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, his passion for music has earned him praise and recognition as a pianist and keyboardist, blending the influences of R&B, classical, pop and world music.
He has traveled internationally, creating a rich yet subtle fusion of melodic flavors from all over the world.
In the true spirit of classic jazz, his piano style is characterized by warm, soulful chord progressions and light melodies, making it ideal for cocktails, dinner music, and elegant receptions.
Marvin's debut CD, FIRST IMPRESSION is now available at CDBaby.com!
Locally, Marvin has performed at some of the most prestigious locations and venues in all of Southern California, including:

THE PLUS AWARDS 2008 Reception, Awards Luncheon & Auction The Beverly Hills Hotel Beverly Hills, CA ~ ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR "Business & The California Economy" Luncheon featuring Keynote Speaker California State Controller John Chiang The Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles, CA~ THE DIVERSITY AWARDS VIP Reception Honoring Paul Haggis, Terrence Howard & Dakota Fanning The Beverly Hills Hotel Beverly Hills, CA ~ LOEWS HOTELS Employee Recognition Event Reception Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel Santa Monica, CA~ TURNING POINT COMMUNICATIONS BUSINESS SUMMIT Cocktail Reception Hotel Zoso Palm Springs, CA ~ URBAN PHILANTHROPY MAGAZINE Annual Urban Angel Awards Dinner Universal Sheraton Hotel Universal City, CA ~ SHERMAN OAKS HOSPITAL / GROSSMAN BURN CENTER Circle of Care Founders Awards Honoring Leeza Gibbons Raleigh Studios Hollywood, CA ~ IHO CARMEN KEYS & ERIC LAMB Wedding Ceremony & Reception Los Coyotes Country Club Buena Park, CA ~ WINDSOR TERRACE HEALTHCARE CENTER Candlelight Dinner Van Nuys, CA ~ SHERMAN OAKS HOSPITAL Employee Recognition & Awards Banquet The Odyssey Restaurant Chatsworth, CA~ BROAD SPECTRUM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION E.I.T.C. Awards Reception Los Angeles City Club Downtown, Los Angeles, CA ~ TURNING POINT COMMUNICATIONS Living History Maker's Awards City Club on Bunker Hill Los Angeles, CA ~ IHO MS. MARIE HOMMEL Graduation Celebration Admiral Baker Country Club San Diego, CA ~ NATIONAL MEDICAL FELLOWSHIPS INC. Scholarship Awards Dinner Reception L.A. Sheraton Hotel Downtown Los Angeles, CA ~ BLACK WOMEN LAWYERS ASSOCIATION 31st Annual Scholarship Luncheon Loews Santa Monica Beach Hotel Santa Monica, CA ~ COUNTRYWIDE FINANCIAL VIP Reception and Dinner Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hills, CA ~ IHO MR. JARVEE HUTCHISON Birthday Celebration The Peninsula Hotel Beverly Hills, CA ~ G.L.A.A.A.C.C. VIP Reception The Solaris Room L.A. Sheraton Hotel Downtown Los Angeles, CA ~ C.B.H.N. VIP Reception Ontario Airport Hilton Ontario, CA ~ FINAL DRAFT, INCORPORATED SCRIPTWRITERS' SHOWCASE Cocktail Reception Sheraton Universal Hotel Universal City, CA ~ TURNING POINT COMMUNICATIONS 10th ANNIVERSARY BUSINESS SUMMIT Opening Reception featuring Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa VIP Club Staples Center Los Angeles, CA~ IHO LU & HEALY Wedding Reception Norris Pavilion Rolling Hills Estates, CA ~ IHO LIN & THOMPSON Wedding Reception Marriott Suites Garden Grove, CA ~ CHARLES FINE FURNITURE Cocktail Reception Laguna Hills, CA ~ L.A.A.A.W.P.P.I. Awards Reception & Dinner California Yacht Club Marina del Rey, CA ~ LIFESTYLE CADDY, INC. Casablanca Theme Party The Pacific Club Newport Beach, CA
“Thank you so much for yet another wonderful evening of lovely music! We greatly appreciate you and your talent."
-Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce

“Your beautiful music certainly added that “special touch” to our event.”
-Gail Blackwell, Director of Operations Families To Amend California’s Three Strikes

“On behalf of the Circle of Care, the Board of Directors of the Sherman Oaks Hospital Foundation and the Grossman Burn Center, we would like to thank you for the “marvelous music” at our Founders Award “Dreams on Canvas” Art Exhibition…”
-David Levinsohn, President/CEO Sherman Oaks Hospital

“Marvin, Carmen and I want to thank you for a job well done. Your playing at our wedding and reception was outstanding and helped make our wedding day very special.
Marvin, you were very professional and you played great!
We highly recommend your services to anyone who needs a great musician”
-Eric Lamb
“Dear Marvin, Thank you so much for being a part of our special day!
Your beautiful music really set the tone for our reception!
Thank you so much and if we ever need a pianist again, we know who to call!
Best of wishes!”
-Jessica & Evan Eastman

“Marvin, thank you again for sharing your gift and talent with us.
We wish you continued success as an artist throughout the year.”
-Paula Kupiec, Vice President/Acting Executive Director Circle Of Care Foundation
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