Richard and Camella Elliot at their annual Halloween Bash in Escondido, California (Photo by David Hopley)
Saxophonist Richard Elliot and his wife, Camella, hosted their annual Halloween Bash on Saturday, Oct. 28, in the North San Diego community of Escondido. As usual, it was equal parts spooky and uber cool, and 100 percent fun!
Those lucky enough to receive an invitation to this concert/costume party were treated to music by DW3 and The West Coast Horns (with an occasional appearance by “monster” Elliot and “werewolf” Rick Braun as special musical guests), an open bar and food truck catering by Habit Burger and The Red Oven Pizza.
Camella converted the elegant Elliot home into a Halloween haunt filled with scary, humorous, creepy and entertaining decor that would make Martha Stewart turn pea soup green with jealousy.
Rather than me telling you in words what it was like, I’ll show you with photos (all taken by David Hopley). But, I dare you to spot other costumed smooth jazz stars!
Richard Elliot is scheduled to perform at California Center for the Arts, Escondido, on Friday, March 23, 2018. This event, which also features West Coast Jam and The West Coast Horns, is a benefit for JDRF (Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) and includes a silent auction and VIP After-Party with the artists. For tickets or more information, visit www.artcenter.org, www.richardelliot.com, or call 800-988-4253.
By Melanie Maxwell
French Guitarist Marc Antoine (right) with his wife, Rebeca Vega, and their 15-year-old son, Alex
(Photo by David Hopley)
Richard & Camella Elliot’s son, Bub, in his homemade Trump, ship the “dangerous” “Bad Hombre” back to Mexico costume
(Photo by David Hopley)
Richard Elliot, Christiane Braun, Camella Elliot & Rick Braun (Photo by David Hopley)
Scary Clown at the Elliot’s Halloween Party (Photo by David Hopley)
Willie & Kathy Payne (Payne Pest Management), 94.7 The WAVE radio personality Pat Prescott, Reggie Jackson and Pat’s friend from New York (center)
(Photo by David Hopley)
Richard Elliot & Rick Braun (werewolf on percussion) sitting in with DW3 & The West Coast Horns (Photo by David Hopley)
The party is ON at the Elliot’s home! (Photo by David Hopley)
Creepiness times 2! (Photo by David Hopley)
Richard Elliot sitting in with DW3 & The West Coast Horns
(Photo by David Hopley)
Marc Antoine, Richard Elliot, Antoine’s son Alex, Camella Elliot & Antoine’s wife, Rebeca Vega
(Photo by David Hopley)
DW3 vocalist Damon Reel (right) with his wife, children and a family friend
(Photo by David Hopley)
Party-goers filling up on cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, veggie burgers, french fries and sweet potato fries at the Habit Burger truck (Photo by David Hopley)
DW3 & The West Coast Horns in costume (Photo by David Hopley)
Creepy clown at the Elliot’s Halloween party (Photo by David Hopley)
Damon Reel flying his “Superman” through the crowd
(Photo by David Hopley)
Bub “Bad Hombre” Elliot & Taxi Driver
(Photo by David Hopley)
Richard Elliot’s sister, Dr. Jacqueline Elliot, with her husband
(Photo by David Hopley)
Major smooth jazz supporters and philanthropists Marilyn James and Rick Phetteplace
(Photo by David Hopley)
Elliot’s front yard greeter (Photo by David Hopley)
Welcome to the Elliots (Photo by David Hopley)
Elliot’s doorman (Photo by David Hopley)
Skulls, bones and skeletons (Photo by David Hopley)
Kitchen centerpiece (Photo by David Hopley)
Jello shots anyone (Photo by David Hopley)
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A skeleton picnic (Photo by David Hopley)
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Pre-party poolside patio setup (Photo by David Hopley)
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Scary Richard Elliot (Photo by David Hopley)
Skull in Richard Elliot’s home office (Photo by David Hopley)
Richard Elliot’s home office/studio (Photo by David Hopley)
Skeleton working at Richard Elliot’s home office (Photo by David Hopley)
Richard and Camella Elliot (Photo by David Hopley)
Richard & Camella Elliot with Richard’s manager, Steve Chapman
(Photo by David Hopley)
French Guitarist Marc Antoine & photographer/filmmaker Lori Stoll
(Photo by David Hopley)
Emma Braun enjoying the party (Photo by David Hopley)
Camella Elliot greets guests in her kitchen (Photo by David Hopley)
Rick Braun (werewolf) and his wife Christiane (right) and their son, Kyle (left of Rick)
(Photo by David Hopley)
Camella and a gorgeous guest (Photo by David Hopley)
Magic 92.5 radio personality Kelly Cole (left) and her husband, Mike, (right), pose with partygoers
(Photo by David Hopley)
Kathy Payne (Payne Pest Management) takes photo of Pat Prescott, bassists Nate Phillips & Darryl Williams and another musician (Photo by David Hopley)
(Photo by David Hopley)
(Photo by David Hopley)
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Bassist Nate Phillips and photographer/filmmaker Lori Stoll (Photo by David Hopley)
(Photo by David Hopley)
Partygoers (Photo by David Hopley)
Partygoers watching the World Series at the Elliot’s Halloween party (Photo by David Hopley)
Rick Braun (werewolf), Kathy Payne, Kyle Braun, Willie Payne & Pat Prescott
(Photo by David Hopley)
Mikayla Elliot (blonde in red dress) with friends (Photo by David Hopley)
(Photo by David Hopley)
Eric Mondragon (DW3) and his family (Photo by David Hopley)
The West Coast Horns (Photo by David Hopley)
Pam Phillips (wife of bassist Nate Phillips), Pat Prescott & Camella Elliot dance and sing with partygoers
(Photo by David Hopley)
Dance Party! (Photo by David Hopley)
Everybody dance now (Photo by David Hopley)
The party gets wilder (Photo by David Hopley)
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(Photo by David Hopley)
Camella Elliot with party guests (Photo by David Hopley)
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(Photo by David Hopley)
Beyond gross! (Photo by David Hopley)
Spooky Halloween dinner guests at the Elliot’s home
Daytime view of the Elliot’s vineyard (Photo by David Hopley)
Sunset in the Elliot’s cabernet vineyard (Photo by David Hopley)
Hello Richard,
Myself and Friends of 30 years have been a loyal fan of yours since the beginning of 1986. I live in the Temecula area, and have introduced many
people to your wonderful music. Especially when you performed at ” My Place” in Santa Monica.
Your my favorite..and once at Thornton’s I gave you a drawing image of you my
friend made from a cover of one of your CD’s.
Love to attend you and your beautiful bride Halloween party, in the very
near future of you will allow.
Sincerely- Nancy Knadler