Myron Mills Project

Description

The MYRON MILLS PROJECT is a versatile Chicago band specializing in live performances of Smooth Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Pop, Vintage Jazz, Blues and Original music. The group is also known to include freedom songs and tribal sounds in their performances. Its founder, Myron Mills, started performing in groups in Chicago at the age of 14 after he learned to play jazz in jam sessions with Von Freeman, Bunky Green and others.

Myron earned a bachelor's before completing several Master’s courses then releasing three independent albums as the leader of his own group since 1986. With more than 300 songs in their repertoire from the 1930s to today, the MYRON MILLS PROJECT has entertained audiences with live performances at places including the United Center and the Auditorium Theater (opening for the Manhattans). A pianist for Morris Ellis Big Band, he's also produced tracks for Latoya Jackson (Michael Jackson’s sister) and performs at O’Hare International and for the City of Chicago. He's also played keyboards with SLAVE and is working on releasing a new album featuring a single with Motown's Eddie Kendricks of The Temptations.

The members of the MYRON MILLS PROJECT are Dawi Williams on bass, Dale on drums, FloJo on percussions and vocals, Camille Randle on flute and vocals, and Myron Mills on keyboard and vocals. The MYRON MILLS PROJECT looks forward to working on this project to entertain audiences and help other artists realize their dream of being a professional.

Work Sample

"Myron Mills Project- Prelude 2 Live" video on YouTube is a recording of a live Chicago performance of the Myron Mills Project in 2015 of an original composition composed by Myron Mills on piano & synthesizer with bass played by Dawi Williams, percussions by FloJo, and drums by Del Hooks. This video has a total run time of 8:31.

"Human Nature by Michael Jackson" video on YouTube is a recording of a live Chicago performance of the Myron Mills Project in 2012 of a popular song by Michael Jackson. This jazz cover features Myron Mills on keyboards, Dawi Williams on bass, Cleveland Taylor on drums, FloJo on percussions, and Starlett on vocals. This video has a total run time of 2:36.

"Myron Mills Project Headlines 'Sound of Harvest' at 24/7 Cafe" video on YouTube is a recording of a live Chicago performance of the Myron Mills Project in 2012 at a Southside business. Headlined by the Myron Mills Project music ensemble, the 4th Annual "Sound of Harvest" celebration at the 24/7 Coffee Roast Cafe, on Chicago's Southeast side, was a solid success, with the ensemble playing to a full house. Patrons came to exercise their appreciation of fine modern jazz, rhythm and blues, and traditional jazz while celebrating the success of local gardening programs that have enriched the "harvest" for communities too long frozen in the wasteland of urban food desert. A healthy meal, derived from those community gardens, was provided for the 24/7 audience, at no charge, thanks to the sponsorship of South Chicago's Claretian Associates. The event also celebrated the work of residents involved in anti-violence initiatives within the community. This video has a total run time of 25:46.

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History

Myron Mills earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education, completed several Master’s courses, and released three independent albums to date on the GFS Record Label. Myron has been the leader of his own group since 1986, which underwent a name change in 1992 to MYRON MILLS PROJECT.

With more than 300 songs in their repertoire that provides listeners with experiences from the 1930s to 2009, the MYRON MILLS PROJECT has performed at places including the United Center for “Chicago Blues” and the Auditorium Theater opening for the Manhattans.

Myron, who has worked as a pianist for Morris Ellis Big Band, has produced tracks for Latoya Jackson (Michael Jackson’s sister), O’Hare International Airport and the City of Chicago. He has also played keyboards with SLAVE for nearly four years and is currently working on releasing a new album that will feature a single with Eddie Kendricks of the Motown sensation, The Temptations.

The members of the MYRON MILLS PROJECT are Dawi Williams on bass, Dale on drums, Flo Mills on percussions and vocals, Camille Randle on flute and vocals, and Myron Mills on keyboard and vocals. The MYRON MILLS PROJECT looks forward to working on other local and national circuits to help other artists realize their dream of being a professional in the music business.

Artistic Vision

The MYRON MILLS PROJECT is a versatile Chicago band that specializes in live performances of Smooth Jazz, Rhythm & Blues, Pop, Vintage Jazz, Blues and Original music. Its founder, Myron Mills, started performing in groups in Chicago at the age of 14 after he learned to play jazz in jam sessions with Von Freeman, Bunky Green and others.

Programs for Specific Audience(s) Expertise

Our programs are ideal for families, adults and senior citizens -- as well as any group seeking a nice time.

Traditional Folk/Ethnic Artform Statement

As a jazz band mostly comprised of artists of African descent, we also consider ourselves purveyors of traditional folk and ethnic music because we also offer soul, freedom, vintage blues and jazz, and tribal music to audiences.