Bruce Fields started piano lessons as a child with his mother as his first teacher. In college he studied music, joined choir and played for student theater productions, He continued his classical piano studies with Maria Choban. Whether playing Bach or Parliament, Bruce’s passion is working with like-minded musicians to bring the joy of music to audiences.
Playfully known as Shockashe/MVP, performs Background, Co-Lead, and Lead Vocals. Born in Albion, Michigan, she began singing in choir as a youth in church and school. She has been singing both professionally and as a hobby since then. Sheila developed her love for all types of music through her father’s influence and from the diverse ethnic background of her home town. She is known for her Smooth and Melodic Sound.
Phil began playing music 10 yrs. old, starting on saxophone by the teaching of Mark Fernandez. He also played with his junior high marching band on drums, In the high school jazz band as the lead alto sax player and later as jazz bass player. At that time he and Paul Bonam started a band, entering shows for awards and record contracts. Winning a local contest to be on a Hollywood show titled ” Big Breaks” by Natalie Cole.
Throughout the years Phil has crafted his skills on 4, 5 and 6 string bass, drums and keyboard. He has recorded and played with great musicians, such as Kevin Mccord, Andrea Austin, Paul Bonam, Mike Bynes, Rod Byrd, John Unger and Rayse Biggs. His musical influences include Marcus Miller, David Sanborn, Jaco, Victor Wooten & Wayman Tisdale.
As Director and Bass player for Funk Opus, he keeps the Groove in the Pocket and the Band Tight!
It’s time to get on the dance floor! Move your bodies and listen to the Funkiest Live Band in town!
“Funk Opus” is a compilation of some of the best Musicians and Vocal Performers in the Metro Detroit area. Here you will be updated on the latest Gigs, Events, Festivals & Parties, where you can come out and enjoy renditions of the hottest Pop, R&B & Soul songs performed Live as only our Funk Opus Artists can do.
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