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Vocal MasterClass Discussion For American Idol Season 10 Top 2 Performance Show: The Country Road To The Finale


So, it all came together for the producers of American Idol Season 10. Our Top 2 Finalists, Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery, have country in their blood and will yodel their way to a big win – or two. Maybe, they will tie. Maybe they will be promoted as a duo. Who knows with this […]

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Vocal MasterClass Discussion For American Idol Season 10 Top 3 Performance Show: Judges Choice, Producer’s Choice and Personal Choice


It is difficult to believe that, a week from today. the Finale for American Idol Season 10 will air on Fox. Gee – I guess it must be May.  Yes it is – no snow. Time to take a break from this blogging and enjoy the outdoors. It’s been an interesting American Idol season, full of surprises and, at times, […]

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Vocal MasterClass Discussion For American Idol Season 10 Top 4 Results Show


Tonight is a huge night on American Idol. Hee -uge! Whoever is eliminated does not gain the chance to enjoy a celebratory homecoming this week. That special event is reserved for the prestigious Top 3 Finalists in the American Idol competition. So, who will it be – Haley, James, Lauren or Scotty? The only one […]

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Vocal MasterClass Discussion For American Idol Season 10 Top 4 Performance Show: Lieber/Stoller Songbook And More


Just a few more weeks, everyone, and another American Idol season comes to an end. It’s been a crazy ride, hasn’t it? This evening the Top 4 singers, comprised of Haley Reinhart, James Durbin, Lauren Alaina and Scotty McCreery will be mentored by Lady Gaga. This should be fun – and interesting. Will she address […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 10 Top 5 Results Show: Now And Then


Well, in a few hours we will be left with the Top 4 singers from Season 10 of American Idol. Who will they be? Who will be eliminated? Personally, I feel Hayley or Jacob will be leaving us tonight. They have flirted with the Bottom three so many times that I have lost count. But, […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 10 Top 11 Show Part 2: The Music Of Elton John


  I am back from a wonderful vacation and feeling very rested and invigorated. Thank you Mickey Mouse!     That being said, I am looking forward to resuming my Vocal Masterclass Articles for American Idol Season 10.    Tonight’s show focuses on the music of Elton John. There is a wealth of music in this […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion for American Idol Season 10 Top 11 Show: Motown


Tonight’s performances will determine who will move on into the coveted Top 10. For those new to American Idol, only the Top 10 Finalists will enjoy the privilege of being part of the American Idol tour this summer. I am still on vacation and enjoying the break immensely. However, beginning next week, Vocal Masterclass articles […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 2 Results Show: The Finale With Crystal and Lee


I am adding this blog topic quickly. We have been suffering severe power outages, affecting internet, television and basic utility services in our area. So. Much. Fun! I will update later, I just want to press “publish” so my readers have place to gather before, during and after the Finale tonight. Can’t wait to see […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 2 Show: The Finale


Well this is it, folks! The Finale for American Idol Season 9 is here and the talented duo to be featured on stage this week are Crystal Bowersox and Lee Dewyze. Was there ever any doubt?  Over the past few weeks, these two singers were deemed the chosen ones. Although, I feel that, for many […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 3 Results Show: Judges’ Choice And Singers’ Choice


  Well,  tonight’s Top 3 Results Show will determine which singers will be featured in the Finale next Tuesday and Wednesday.           But not before we  are hit with a wallop of  Bieber Fever courtesy of rising star and Usher’s  protégé , Justin Bieber.  I wasn’t a huge fan of this young man’s music; however, after watching him on Ellen’s show, […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 4 Results Show: Music From The Cinema With Jamie Foxx


  I am running very early today – feeling good!  The Top 4 Vocal Masterclass article is already online, so I hope you enjoy the read.              Tonight we will be treated to a performance by Daughtry, fronted by Season 5 star Chris Daughtry as well as Season 3 winner, Fantasia.  I believe Bon Jovi is performing as well. Love […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 5 Results Show: The Music Of Frank Sinatra With Harry Connick Jr.


  I am running very late this evening so I will be brief.  The Top 5 Vocal Masterclass article is already online, so I hope you enjoy the read.        I am looking forward to Harry Connick’s performance this evening and La Gaga (yes, I call her La Gaga) should be super-duper as well. Check out her website […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 5 Show: The Music Of Frank Sinatra With Harry Connick Jr.


This week, Harry Connick Jr., will mentor the five remaining singers of American Idol Season 9 as they attempt to re-invent the music of the legendary Frank Sinatra. And you can tap into ITunes to view the enormous catalogue of songs generated by “Ole Blue Eyes” over the course of his phenomenal career. Also, there will […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 6 Show: The Music Of Shania Twain


 This week country artist, Shania Twain, will mentor the six remaining singers of American Idol Season 9. The singers will be performing numbers  selected from Shania’s catalogue  of music.  As I have previously stated, this will be no easy task as Shania’s music contains a multitude of pitfalls.   You rarely hear singers performing covers of her music and […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 7 Results Show: Inspirational Music With Alicia Keys


  L ast evening’s show, apart from Alicia Keys involvement, was far from an inspiring and memorable even.     The abbreviated time frame for the show –  down from a 90-minute format to 60 minutes – set a frantic pace that left me frustrated and, at times, confused.     Generally, the singers mirrored my ill ease and […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For Idol Gives Back Extravaganza


  I thought I would add a separate blog topic for this evening’s  star-studded 2-hour presentation of   Idol Gives Back And you don’t have to wait until the show airs to donate to this extensive charitable cause. With just a click,  you can donate now by visiting the Idol Gives Back website . Two evenings ago on Larry King Live,  all […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 7 Show: Inspirational Songs With Alicia Keys


This week, R & B artist, Alicia Keys, will mentor the seven remaining singers of American Idol Season 9 The theme this week is Inspirational Songs and you can find the list of available songs over at MJSBigBlog.Com.  The one song that flew out at me was Carole King’s, “You’ve Got A Friend”. Maybe Crystal […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 9 Part 2 Results Show: The Music Of Elvis With Adam Lambert


  Wwell, I must say that Adam Lambert’s  brilliant mentoring skills saved the show last evening!     It was wonderful to hear actual technical terms like “head voice”  being mentioned during the coaching process.  He was very blunt and honest with these singers, yet supportive as well.  I appreciated this approach very much.       Adam gave the singers some […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For American Idol Season 9 Top 9 Part Two: The Music Of Elvis With Adam Lambert


This week, the very talented Season 8 American Idol Runner-Up, Adam Lambert, returns to act as a mentor for the Top 9 Semi-Finalists from Season 9. This week they will be celebrating the music of The King – Mr. Elvis Presley. And, it promises to be quite the show! In order to immerse the singers in […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion For American Idol Season 9 Top 9 Results Show: The Lennon-McCartney Songbook


  What a terrific show last evening! It always seems to me that the music of Lennon and McCartney brings out the very best in all the singers.  Many of these singers have worked extremely hard to prepare for this show and their hard work paid off.                 There were so many wonderful performances but  I thought […]

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