My music students told me about this. What an example of great technique coupled with contemporary sound!
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Wicked is WICKED!
I have seen a number of Broadway shows. I've seen my son in Les Miserables; both he and the show were incredible! I've seen him in Shrek the Musical; the show is fantastic and, of course, so is Ben! I saw Spamalot; totally enjoyed that! (It was the first Bway show we ever saw!) We saw Xanadou; totally enjoyed that as well. We saw the (something) County Spelling Bee. Totally enjoyed that as well.
Last evening we saw Wicked. Ok, my friends who have seen said I have to see it and I would like it. Wow! What a show! No wonder it's darn near impossible to get tickets. The voice of Dee Roscioli who plays the "Wicked Witch" is one of the best I've ever heard. Range (both pitch and dynamics), clarity, and power. We were totally impressed.
Now, I can't wait to hear Ben again in Shrek this Friday. He is my favorite male vocalist. Even if you dial out the parental bias, he rocks!
Last evening we saw Wicked. Ok, my friends who have seen said I have to see it and I would like it. Wow! What a show! No wonder it's darn near impossible to get tickets. The voice of Dee Roscioli who plays the "Wicked Witch" is one of the best I've ever heard. Range (both pitch and dynamics), clarity, and power. We were totally impressed.
Now, I can't wait to hear Ben again in Shrek this Friday. He is my favorite male vocalist. Even if you dial out the parental bias, he rocks!
Friday, July 17, 2009
Ouch...Tired Chops
There are times when I think I'm gettin' good at what I do...then I see somebody like this. Humbling.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Monday, July 6, 2009
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Thursday, May 7, 2009
The Ultimate in Multi-tracking!
Check this out. I hope they all have had a chance to see the final product.
I couldn't believe it at first...coordinating all of this had to be interesting, to say the least!
I couldn't believe it at first...coordinating all of this had to be interesting, to say the least!
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Gracious Transfer of Power
Nowhere have I seen such a cordial exchange, of this type, as I did this morning. The transference of political power in these United States is laudable at the very least.
What we saw today is an example of utmost grace and civility.
President George and Laura Bush demonstrated such a gracious demeanor toward and with the new presidential family that I had to pause. The Bushes and the Obamas have obviously developed a cordial, even friendly relationship. I'm certain that much discussion occurred between them prior today.
Without question, political differences exist. However, those differences begin to melt when dealing with the issues this country faces. I'm certain that George and Barack discussed some serious issues - enlightening Barack to what really happens at the highest levels.
Both President Obama and the new first lady appeared to have developed a fondness for the outgoing first family...and that fondness was openly reciprocated. What a striking example!
Nowhere but in America.
We're not perfect - not by a long shot...and there is much to be done to preserve our safety and our economy. But if these two families are any example of working together for the greater good we should be honest with ourselves and realize that it is possible to politely disagree with someone on one issue or level yet still love and respect them - and work with them toward the betterment of all. After all, if we were all the same or had exactly the same views this would be one boring place to be.
That does not mean that we need to find common ground with everyone. There are those who would openly advocate our destruction. To those I would say, "be afraid, be very afraid." We may have disagreements amongst ourselves but we are family. Families stick together against ne'er-do-well outsiders and those bent on our demise.
Now is the time to demonstrate that unity.
What we saw today is an example of utmost grace and civility.
President George and Laura Bush demonstrated such a gracious demeanor toward and with the new presidential family that I had to pause. The Bushes and the Obamas have obviously developed a cordial, even friendly relationship. I'm certain that much discussion occurred between them prior today.
Without question, political differences exist. However, those differences begin to melt when dealing with the issues this country faces. I'm certain that George and Barack discussed some serious issues - enlightening Barack to what really happens at the highest levels.
Both President Obama and the new first lady appeared to have developed a fondness for the outgoing first family...and that fondness was openly reciprocated. What a striking example!
Nowhere but in America.
We're not perfect - not by a long shot...and there is much to be done to preserve our safety and our economy. But if these two families are any example of working together for the greater good we should be honest with ourselves and realize that it is possible to politely disagree with someone on one issue or level yet still love and respect them - and work with them toward the betterment of all. After all, if we were all the same or had exactly the same views this would be one boring place to be.
That does not mean that we need to find common ground with everyone. There are those who would openly advocate our destruction. To those I would say, "be afraid, be very afraid." We may have disagreements amongst ourselves but we are family. Families stick together against ne'er-do-well outsiders and those bent on our demise.
Now is the time to demonstrate that unity.
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