The Queen Sessions | Frances Eliza

The Queen Sessions at Hotel Eve | A celebration of the legendary women who shaped jazz.

Frances Eliza is an Asheville-based singer-songwriter and jazz singer who has been performing across the Southeast for the past decade. She is best known for her solo performances of original songs, cover song mashups and medleys around WNC, so hearing Frances front a live jazz band is a special treat.

With a warm, infectious voice, Frances draws inspiration from a range of artists including Joni Mitchell, Patsy Cline, The Cranberries and more. She graduated with a BFA in Jazz and Contemporary voice at UNC Asheville, where she deepened her appreciation and understanding of the genre, integrating many jazz techniques into her own songwriting and singing.

On Wednesday, November 18th, Frances will be joined by an incredibly talented group of musicians: Juca Camera on keys, Zack Page on bass and Danny Iannucci on drums. Together they’ll be paying tribute to the wonderful Julie London, best known for her renditions of heartfelt jazz ballads like “Cry Me A River,” “I’m in the Mood For Love,” and “I’m Glad There is You.”

London’s emotional openness and musical vulnerability resonates with Frances’ own songwriting, which often explores deeply personal experiences. Though sometimes overlooked as a major jazz influence, Julie London’s subtle phrasing and emotional depth remain timeless.

$10/Door. Limited Seating - Reserve Here.