Band Biographies

Condrea “Conne” Mason

Co-Founder of CONNE and Lead Vocals. She is a seasoned performer, actress and vocalist having been in countless productions such as Audrey II in “Little Shop of Horrors”, Etta James in “At Last: An Evening with Etta James”, Effie White in “Dreamgirls” and Sister Mary Clarence in the smash Broadway show “Sister Act”! Condrea is also the Vocal Director and Coordinator for the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program and is currently the District Food Service Administrator at Ontario Local schools.

Alice Bond

Co-Founder of CONNE, Music Director, Arrangements and Keyboards. Alice graduated from Mansfield City Schools where she received so much guidance and support from all the local music teachers. She graduated from Howard University, Washington D.C., with a Bachelor’s of Music Education. Shortly after graduation, she began her professional career as a keyboardist for Eddie Kendrick, The Temptations and The Four Tops. Alice currently resides in Mansfield, Ohio and is also working as an Addiction Treatment Counselor at Mansfield UMADAOP.

“Jumpin’ Ed” Jonnet

Co-Founder of CONNE and Saxophone. Ed was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1949 and attended Duquesne University for Music. He has played with and backed several national acts including The Isaly Brothers with Jimi Hendrix, Wilson Pickett, Sam and Dave, Diamond Reo and many more. He finished third at the International Blues Competition in Memphis. Ed has recorded as a Session Player for many genres of Recording Artists and a variety of Commercials.

Santiago “San-Man” Mason

“San-Man” is a native of Cleveland, Ohio and has been playing the Bass Guitar since childhood. He has traveled around the United States sharing his Bass skills with numerous bands. Theatre Productions include “Dancing in the Street” as well as “At Last: An Evening with Etta James” and “The Music of Motown” featuring the CONNE Band. In addition to his work with CONNE, Santiago also enjoys playing Bass with the Legends band and at New Direction Baptist Church.

Willie Jones

Willie is a native of Chicago, Illinois and an Artist as well as Professional Musician playing Bass Guitar, Drums and Percussion. He started his music career at an early age in local Churches. Willie has preformed with countless bands including Recording Artists in many genres such as Rap: Twister, R & B: Next Level and Skyline, Gospel: Malcolm Williams, Kenny Lewis and Brenda Joyce Moore. Willie also serves as the Assistant Music Director at First Community Baptist Church.