Be’la Dona \, bel-e-‘dan-e \ n [It ,beautiful lady] Washington DC is the birthplace of this exciting and diverse all-female band. The high-energy concert style presentation and dynamic musicianship exuded on stage is the selling point of these phenomenal ladies. Be’la Dona is currently one of the hottest acts in Washington DC. Their unique style of Funk, Jazz, R&B and Rock command an impressive drawing power attracting many beloved fans and local promoters. Individually, each band member has toured with various national artists such as Nile Rodgers (Chic), Pieces of a Dream, Chuck Brown, Ginuwine, and many others. Be’la Dona has also been in the forefront as a group, backing up artists such as Erykah Badu, Vivian Green, MC Lyte, Leela James, Avery Sunshine, KeKe Wyatt, Melanie Fiona, Estelle, Marsha Ambrosious, Chico DeBarge, Chrisette Michele, Howard Hewett, Lyfe Jennings, Tony Terry, Chuck Brown. Be’la Dona was also The Official “2011 Black Girls Rock” Tour Band founded by Beverly Bond. In March 2021, Be’la Dona performed the opener along with Tatyana Ali and MC Lyte for “Black Girls Rock” at The Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.