Native to New York City, Novella Bailey started her relationship with music singing with choirs and studying classical violin in elementary school. She continued to sing in various musical theater groups and Gospel choirs in High School. During her college years at Wesleyan , Novella continued to explore her love of music. Immersing herself in music, she participated in various groups (jazz orchestra, gospel choir and chorale groups) and became a vocalist in bands of varied styles including Afro beat, Hip-Hop and Soul. Novella expanded during this time to write songs influenced by such artists as Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, Bjork, Billie Holliday, Sarah Vaughn and Stevie Wonder. Novella’s vocal style and lyrics reflect her introspective, passionate and inspirational nature. Upon graduation, Novella began her career as a professional artist, performing her original works with Onliest, a talented group of female singers, songwriters and musicians. Novella performed with Onliest throughout New York’s famed downtown music scene (SOBs, CBGB Gallery, Nyorican Poetry Club) which drew large audiences and were known for their moving lyrics, energy and smooth harmonies. Presently Novella is singing with the live hip hop band Apostles. She brings her own soulful flavor to the group which compliments the vocal styles of MCs Megawatt and Griot. She also shares her passion for music with students in a New York City public middle school where she teaches performing arts.
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