Could we have found our first Cabaret Idol? Masterclass readers – meet Adam Lambert! The video below is a promotional video that features the many facets to gold ticket recipient Adam Lambert’s singing style. Suffice it to say that this unbelievably talented young man will not have any trouble with the various theme nights programmed […]
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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: The Hollywood Rounds Part 1
February 3, 2009 
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Hooray for Hollywood! Could there ever be a better theme song to capture the collective emotions of American Idol viewers after three tortuous weeks of preliminary auditions? I think not. It’s time to get “down and dirty” and face the brutal elimination rounds that will reveal the Top 36 singers for American Idol Season 8. […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: New York And San Juan Auditions
January 29, 2009 9 Comments
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
January 28, 2009 11 Comments
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
January 27, 2009 10 Comments
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 readingJason Castro: Hallelujah: Amar A Morir Premiere: The Santa Barbara Film Festival
January 26, 2009 16 Comments
Jason Castro’s performance of the Leonard Cohen classic, Hallelujah, at the Santa Barbara Film Festival is nothing short of outstanding. In fact, it is a distinctly inspirational vocal interpretation, one that signifies that, beneath Jason’s shy demeanor, lies a sensitive, yet sophisticated artistic soul. Through this vocal performance, it was exciting to hear the advancement […]
Continue readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: Louisville, Kentucky Auditions
January 21, 2009 3 Comments
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
January 20, 2009 5 Comments
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
January 19, 2009 14 Comments
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
January 18, 2009 23 Comments
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 readingVocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 8: Kansas City Auditions
January 14, 2009 32 Comments
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
January 13, 2009 10 Comments
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
January 11, 2009 10 Comments
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 […]
Continue readingAnd A New Year Begins!
January 4, 2009 18 Comments
Happy New Year one and all! I hope all of you have had a relaxing and healthy holiday and are ready to begin another year full of fun, surprises, success and, most of all, good health. I had a wonderful time over the Christmas season and am happy to announce that my younger daughter, Maria, […]
Continue readingA Masterclass Review Of David Archuleta’s New CD
December 5, 2008 39 Comments
Before I review David Archuleta’s CD, I would like to say how refreshing it is to hear an artist who understands the importance of releasing a CD that appeals to the masses. Additionally, David Archuleta and his talented mentors and musicians worked extremely hard to produce an aesthetically clean CD, beautifully and thankfully eliminating an […]
Continue readingPictures From The Road To a Cure Gala
December 3, 2008 2 Comments
Well, this brought a smile to my face – a very sweet picture of David Archuleta and Ryan Seacrest at the Road To a Cure Gala. You can see more pictures here but I find the ones with Priscilla Presley truly scary. Why oh why did this once beautful lady ever feel that she ever […]
Continue readingDavid Cook Releases His New CD.
November 18, 2008 3 Comments
David Cook fans have much to celebrate. Today, November 18th 2008, David Cook’s much-anticipated CD was released to enormous acclaim. According to the Los Angeles Times Cook has taken it (rock) further, not only competing on “Idol” with songs by Our Lady Peace and Collective Soul, but also enlisting a focused list of co-writers for […]
Continue readingCounting David’s Character Site Travels To Salt Lake City, Utah
November 15, 2008 4 Comments
COUNTING DAVIDS CHARACTER.COM VISITS SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH A VIDEO COLLECTION Interview With David’s Good Friend, Mietra All videos courtesy of Counting David’s Character.Com
Continue readingAmerican Idol Daily: Dawn of the David Archuleta
November 12, 2008 3 Comments
I found this great article from the Los Angeles Times about David Archuleta. The journalist talks about David’s enormous talent and sincere persona and reaffirms the fact that David is on the road to superstardom. For thousands of fans, however, he is already there. Yet, there are so many opportunities on the horizon that this […]
Continue readingDavid Archuleta Releases New CD. Stuff Those Stockings Now!
November 11, 2008 3 Comments
This newsletter just arrived in my Inbox. I have been meaning to write an article about David Archuleta’s CD release. The day ran away from me today and so, thanks to DavidArchuleta.Com, I would like to share their newsletter with all of you. It says everything I would have said – only better! 🙂 Go […]
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