New York and San Juan Auditions are featured in this last episode of the preliminaries and not a moment too soon. I just find this leg of the American Idol journey so tedious – necessary, yes – but tedious. And I am sure that many very talented singers were deprived of airtime, but, then that’s […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: Salt Lake City, Utah Auditions
Salt Lake City, Utah! Home to Season 7 Runner-Up, the extraordinary David Archuleta. More than anything else, I am excited to see if David will be featured on the Salt Lake City episode. I am thinking not, as his career is jam-packed and enjoying the skyrocketing ride reserved for emerging superstars. However, according to the […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: Jacksonville, Florida Auditions
Jacksonville auditions are in full swing, as the producers and judges reach their next stop of the American Idol Season 8 Preliminary Auditions Tour. I am really pumped for the show this evening. Last week was a disturbing week for me – for a variety of reasons – but, this week, it’s all sunshine and […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: Louisville, Kentucky Auditions
Louisville, Kentucky is featured this evening and let’s hope that more talented singers surface on this stop of the American Ido Audition Tour than was the case yesterday in San Francisco. I am a little busy this evening, as I am pre-occuopied with students who are trying voice exams tomorrow. Since I will be accompanying […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: San Francisco Auditions
San Francisco is our next stop of the American Idol Season 8 Preliminary Auditions Tour. In just one-hour of televsion time, we shall see which singers “left their voices in San Francisco” and which moved on to the coveted Hollywood rounds. This article will be written in real time and published immediately after the end of […]
Continue readingDavid and Daniel Archuleta Create A Memorable Performance At Sundance Film Festival
David Archuleta combined his stellar talent with his brother, Daniel, during the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah. According to Janey, a very devoted David Archuleta fan who attended the showcase, David was in a superb form as always. His musical talent is truly special and his voice is a gift from God – […]
Continue readingA Retrospective Of Jason Castro’s Performance In Garland, Texas and Tulsa, Oklahoma On December 2008
Well, as the saying goes: “Better late than never”. I have finally found a pocket of time to have a relaxing and, might I add, very enjoyable listen to Jason Castro’s outstanding December 2008 performance in Garland and Tulsa. However, if you wish to access all the videos assembled on one page, click here at […]
Continue readingThe Canadian Tenors’ First Single: I Only Know How To Love
There are no words to describe this beautifully performed song by The Canadian Tenors. This song is exquisitely written and their voices soar to inspiring heights as they ride the melodic and lyrical waves of this beautiful composition. These four talented and sensitive young artists make me very proud to call myself Canadian. They have […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: Kansas City Auditions
Kansas City -home to current American idol winner, David Cook. This second show focuses on the auditions that take place in the state of Missouri. Think we can find another Cookie? Ummm – I don’t think so. David Cook is pretty special – both as a person and as a musician. However, the judges are […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: Arizona Auditions
Thank heavens for my spiffy new, wireless notebook. I could sit in the comfort of my bedroom and type in real time as another season of American Idol invaded my musical space. And it was a great beginning to Season 8, as the producers, thankfully, increased the “on air” time for the more talented singers […]
Continue readingAmerican Idol Season 8 to Premiere on Fox on Tuesday, January 13th & Wednesday, January 14th , 2009
Well, in just 48 hours or so, the musical ride called American Idol will begin its eighth successful season. I am waiting with bated breath to see how the producers and judges are going to top the magic and charisma of the Top 12 singers from Season 7. It won’t be easy, but they have […]
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