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Kelly Clarkson: Stuff Like That There


I thought I would add this video to remind everyone what a Big Band performance should look and sound like.  Season One American Idol winner, the adorable and talented Kelly Clarkson, sealed her win when she gave this extraordinary performance of the great song classic, “Stuff Like that There”. There is so much to enjoy […]

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Masterclass Laugh Of The Day Compliments Of Jim Carrey


Nobody does it better than Jim Carrey!   And, being a proud Canadian as well, I laughed from the depths of my soul when I saw this video. But, hey, I love the USA too and I embrace both countries with love and respect. But this video? This is classic Carrey! Just wonderful! Enjoy!

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Countertenor Mikah Meyer Paving His Unique Road To Superstardom


It’s always exciting to discover new talent. And Countertenor, Mikah Meyer, was enthusiastically brought to my attention via one of my former students, the very talented, Kyle Scripnick.  Mikah and Kyle happen to be colleagues at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec. Why all the excitement, you may ask? Well, first, Mikah is excellent at this […]

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David Archuleta’s Performance Of Imagine On American Idol Season 9 Top 9 Results Show


Vocal prodigy, David Archuleta, made another triumphant return to the American Idol stage during Season 9’s Top 9 Results Show on April 7th.  Seated quietly at the piano, he performed another inspiring version of John Lennon’s “Imagine”, once again reminding all of us that he is a force to be reckoned with.  The sophistication and […]

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American Idol Season 9 Photo Shoot


Thought you would enjoy this!  more about “American Idol season 9 photo shoot“, posted with vodpod  

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Rodrigo y Gabriela Bring Their Amazing Talent To The Tonight Show With Jay Leno


Rodrigo Y Gabriela performed their mesmerizing guitar duo two nights ago on The Tonight Show With Jay Leno. Their performance was sheer brilliance! I have never seen two pairs of hands move so frantically and, yet, so effortlessly. Their sound is wonderfully unique and creative but also extremely difficult to master. But master they did […]

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A Masterclass Review Of Katie Stevens- Wild Horses Studio Version American Idol 9 Top 12


Well, sorry to burst anyone’s bubble, but, after hearing this ITunes performance of “Wild Horses” from Top 11 American Idol 9 Finalist Katie Stevens, methinks this talented young lady is going to be around for a while. Her voice is wonderfully refined and, yet, she has a natural inclination to artistically bend and mold her […]

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My New Favorite Thing: Jamie Cullum On Ellen


      Oh be still my heart – why can’t we discover this level of talent on American Idol?  I have been waiting to see a cross-genre artist on American Idol and it looks like it just isn’t going to happen.  I thought this was the direction that Adam Lambert was moving toward during Season 8, […]

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Katharine McPhee’s Backstage With Bryan Interview


I thought I would add a blog topic featuring Katharine McPhee’s Backstage With Bryan interview. It was filmed after her outstanding performance of her new single,“Terrified”, on the Tonight Show With Jay Leno. The number was written by American Idol Judge Kara DioGuardi. Katharine’s voice and presence continues to impress me; she is an extraordinary […]

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Backstage With Bryan From The Tonight Show With Jay Leno


Here is a clip filmed just for the fans after last night’s telecast of The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. It features American Idol Season 8 Runner-Up Adam Lambert, Republican Sarah Palin and Olympic Gold Medalist in Snowboarding, Shaun White. They are interviewed by Bryan Branly from the Jay Leno Show’s Backstage With Bryan segment […]

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Jason Castro at The Loft In Dallas


I would once again like to express my appreciation to faithful MCL reader and supporter, ReReader, for sending me this heartfelt performance of Southern Accent by Jason Castro. Although Jason’s technical skills need further refinement, no one can deny that this young man sings with sincerity and passion. These artistic characteristics are imperative in every […]

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Liz Feldman: Twitter with Seniors


I saw this segment on The Jay Leno Show and it was hilarious! Enjoy! [clearspring_widget title=”Liz Feldman: Twitter with Seniors” wid=”4727a250e66f9723″ pid=”4b3386c8270b48cb” width=”384″ height=”283″ domain=”widgets.nbc.com”] Video Recaps | Full Episodes | Webisodes

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Masterclass Video Of The Day: The Christmas Can Can By Straight No Chaser


Special thanks to one of my readers, ReReader, for sending me this hilarious and exceptionally well-performed music by Straight No Chaser. You can visit their YouTube.Com page here. But, until then enjoy the video below.  It is a guaranteed “day -brightener“.

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The Spectacle Known As The American Music Awards.


This year’s production of the American Music Awards show glorified vulgarity, self-indulgent behavior at its absolute best – or worst – depending on your point of view, I guess. It also made me realize that there is dim hope that stellar and pure vocalists such as David Archuleta, Jason Castro, Michal Buble, Katharine McPhee, Josh Groban -need I […]

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Masterclass Laugh Of The Day: Waking Up Is Hard T0 Do


Oh. my. goodness! Can this performance be any more hysterical? This video was recorded and produced by real, live Nurse Anesthetists and they have received over 2 million YouTube hits. You can visit their website at here, but watch the video first. It is just wonderful and will put a smile on your face. A […]

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Jason Castro: “Let’s Just Fall In Love Again”


Want to hear Jason Castro’s new single “Let’s Just Fall In Love Again?”    Well, I guarantee that you will not be disappointed – the song is young, fresh, playful and chock full of all the wonderful elements that we have come to know and love about Jason Castro. Jason is real; he is fully sincere […]

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Michael Jackson Medley: A Visual Phenomenon


This talented young man, Sam Tsui, took multiple videos of himself and the result is a phenomenal video presentation of Michael Jackson’s music. The multiple videos were layered to create the final, extraordinary visual product. I believe that the gentleman on the far left is the producer, Kurt Schneider.

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Michael Jackson, Sammy Davis Jr Tribute – You Were There


This beautiful video of the late Michael Jackson singing to the legendary Sammy Davis Jr. brought both a smile to my face and tears to my eyes. Sammy Davis Jr. was dying of cancer at the time and Michael’s poignant performance is just exquisite in so many ways. Nothing more needs to be added to […]

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David Archuleta’s Performance On The ALMA Awards


First of all, I would like to thank my adorable 3.75 year-old granddaughter and 34-year-old daughter for giving me a lovely cold virus. Their generosity is truly remarkable in that it has forced me to stay away from the computer and this website over the past couple of days. But, we are a close and […]

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Katharine McPhee: Say Goodbye Now Available On ITunes


This is a beautiful song by an exceptional vocal artist. Katharine McPhee’s career deserves greater attention and, hopefully, her new album – due to drop in January 2010 -will catapult her career to the level that she so deserves. Below, you will hear a song from her upcoming CD! Copyright © 2008. MasterclassLady.Com. All rights […]

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