On Monday, November 6th 2017, Ryan Seacrest announced on Live With Kelly And Ryan that the new version of American Idol will premiere on Sunday, March 11th 2018 from 8:00 -10:00 PM. Sunday Night? As in family night? Methinks that the Disney-owned ABC network is trying to recreate the beloved Ed Sullivan show. That […]
Continue readingVocal MasterClass Discussion For The Voice Season 13: The Knockout Rounds With Kelly Clarkson
October 30, 2017 
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The Knockout Rounds begin this week on The Voice at 8:00 PM on Monday, October 30th and Tuesday, October 31st on NBC at 8:00 PM. Kelly Clarkson will be adding her special brand of charm, knowledge and enthusiasm when she acts as guest coach/ mentor to the singers’ experience. I am loving the fact that […]
Continue readingMasterClass Monday: Barry Manilow’s Heartfelt Recording Of The Mercer/Manilow Classic “When October Goes”
October 30, 2017 Comments Off on MasterClass Monday: Barry Manilow’s Heartfelt Recording Of The Mercer/Manilow Classic “When October Goes”
Thank Heavens for the musical gift known as Barry Manilow. He is a legend, a unique and sensitive performer who has always valued the importance of the creative process when writing or performing his music. He is and will always remain a class act in every sense of the word. Additionally, he is a consummate […]
Continue readingVocal MasterClass Discussion For The Voice Season 13: The Battle Rounds Parts 3 and 4
October 23, 2017 3 Comments
Picture Credit: NBC/The Voice The Battle Rounds conclude this week on The Voice at 8:00 PM on Monday, October 23rd and Tuesday, October 24th on NBC at 8:00 PM. I have been reading that the ratings are down and everyone is blaming Jennifer Hudson. Say what? I love her. Some people don’t like her coaching […]
Continue readingMasterClass Monday: Katharine McPhee’s Gorgeous New Single – Night And Day
October 23, 2017 Comments Off on MasterClass Monday: Katharine McPhee’s Gorgeous New Single – Night And Day
Some of the most enjoyable and memorable performances on American Idol came from Season 5 Top 2 Finalist, Katharine McPhee. Her chameleon type voice coupled with her undeniable charisma and radiance on stage were responsible for many singular performances, captivating an American Idol audience as diverse as the artist herself. Initially showcased via the American […]
Continue readingVocal MasterClass Discussion For The Voice Season 13: The Battle Rounds Week One
October 16, 2017 5 Comments
Picture Credit: NBC/The Voice The Battle Rounds begin this week on The Voice at 8:00 PM on Monday, October 16th and Tuesday, October 17th on NBC at 8:00 PM. Who has the strongest team – Adam, Blake, Jennifer of Miley? Season thirteen’s advisors include: Joe Jonas for Team Adam, Billy Ray Cyrus for Team […]
Continue readingMasterClass Monday: Billy Joel Performs An Early Live Version Of Scenes From An Italian Restaurant
October 16, 2017 6 Comments
Can you beat this? Seriously – does anyone perform like this anymore. Live. Multitasking voice and piano skills with aplomb and professionalism? Yes, I know what my regular readers are thinking. Another article about Billy Joel? Think outside the Billy Joel box MCL! Ha! But this performance was too good to pass up and […]
Continue readingMasterClass Thanksgiving Monday: Count Your Blessings From The Film White Christmas Performed by Bing Crosby And Rosemary Clooney
October 9, 2017 1 Comment
A Very Happy Thanksgiving to my Canadian readers! There is nothing better than this holiday. Not only does it kickstart the Fall/Winter Holiday season, but also, gives us an opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the blessings we have in our collective lives. And blessings come in all shapes and sizes: the strength and support […]
Continue readingVocal MasterClass Discussion For The Voice Season 13: The Blind Auditions Week Two
October 2, 2017 1 Comment
Picture Credit: NBC/The Voice We are in week 2 of The Voice which airs on NBC at 8:00 PM on Monday, October 2nd and Tuesday, October 3rd at 8:00 PM. I have been watching sporadically but it is difficult to become personally invested in this show when so many great singers are eliminated early on in this competition. […]
Continue readingMasterClass Monday: Canadian Icon Burton Cummings’ Impeccable Version Of Dream Of A Child
October 2, 2017 3 Comments
On this October Monday morning, I have re-discovered a real gem of a singer and his song. Burton Cummings is a Canadian Icon – a singer – songwriter who enjoyed enviable fame in the 60s and […]
Continue readingVocal MasterClass Discussion For The Voice Season 13: The Blind Auditions Week One
September 25, 2017 3 Comments
Picture Credit: NBC/The Voice Here we go! Season 13 Of The Voice is about to hit your TV, Laptop or Tablet when the premiere airs on NBC at 8:00 PM on Monday, September 25th and Tuesday, September 26th at 8:00 PM. This year, Jennifer Hudson joins returning coaches Miley Cyrus, Adam Levine and Blake Shelton. […]
Continue readingMasterClass Monday: Celebrating The Genius Of America’s Got Talent Season 12 Winner Darci Lynne
September 25, 2017 2 Comments
Let it never be said that I can’t smell a winning act when I see one. Ha! Although I was not a regular viewer of this season’s offering of America’s Got Talent, 13-year-old Darci Lynne caught my eye at her preliminary audition. At this point in the show, I could not see how anyone could […]
Continue readingPerformance MasterClass Discussion For America’s Got Talent Season 12: Semi-Finals Week 2l
September 12, 2017 2 Comments
Picture Credit: America’s Got Talent/NBC This week, the last group of America’s Got Talent semi-finalists will perform for your votes on Tuesday, September 12th at 9:00 PM, followed by the Results Show on Wednesday, September 13th at 8:00 PM. Then next week, the Finals will be n full swing, culminating another great season on this […]
Continue readingMasterClass 9/11 Monday: An Inspiring Performance of Somewhere By Barbra Streisand
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On this the day, the 16th Anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks in the United States, I found a song that truly speaks to where we are as a global entity and what we are striving to achieve in the years ahead. Let’s cut to the chase here – we want peace. Plain and […]
Continue readingMasterClass Monday: A Gorgeous Neil Diamond Performance Of September Morn
September 4, 2017 Comments Off on MasterClass Monday: A Gorgeous Neil Diamond Performance Of September Morn
Happy Labour Day one and all. I hope your first Monday in September is going well. And, if not, this beautiful live performance by Neil Diamond is sure to captivate you and bring a nostalgic smile to your face. i have always loved the Fall Season as it brings so many opportunities for gatherings with […]
Continue readingPerformance MasterClass Discussion For America’s Got Talent Season 12: Live Shows Week 3
August 29, 2017 1 Comment
Before I begin, I would like to convey my sadness over the tragedy unfolding in Texas and Louisiana. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you as you strive to rebuild your lives in the face of incredible obstacles. My deepest condolences to those who lost their lives while battling this […]
Continue readingMasterClass Monday: Billy Joel Gives A MasterClass Performance Of Just The Way You Are
August 28, 2017 4 Comments
Now you see? This! This is music. Expressively live, beautifully paced and exquisitely presented. It does not get much better than this folks. Listen to this voice. It never ages – it matures. Like a fine wine, it becomes more delicious over time, rich and full. The reason behind this is that Billy Joel’s roots […]
Continue readingComedy Legend Jerry Lewis Dies At The Age Of 91
August 20, 2017 Comments Off on Comedy Legend Jerry Lewis Dies At The Age Of 91
This just in from CNN: (CNN)Jerry Lewis, the slapstick-loving comedian, innovative filmmaker and generous fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association, died Sunday after a brief illness, his publicist Candi Cazau. He was 91. Cazau would not elaborate on the illness from which Lewis was suffering. Lewis first gained fame for his frenzied comedy-and-music act with […]
Continue readingPerformance MasterClass Discussion For America’s Got Talent Season 12: The Quarterfinals Week One
August 15, 2017 1 Comment
Picture Credit: America’s Got Talent/ NBC We are live this week. Finally! America’s Got Talent airs at 8:00 PM on NBC From America’s Got Talent Wikipedia Page: “The live quarterfinals will begin at the Dolby Theatre, starting on August 15, 2017. They will feature nine golden buzzer acts, the 24 acts passed through during the […]
Continue readingPerformance MasterClass Discussion For America’s Got Talent Season 12: Judge Cuts Week 4
August 8, 2017 Comments Off on Performance MasterClass Discussion For America’s Got Talent Season 12: Judge Cuts Week 4
Picture Credit: NBC/America's Got Talent This week on America's Got Talent. Seal joins the judges' panel and will probably access the Golden Buzzer, as did the adorable Laverne Cox did last week. Didn't you just love her? I miss her on Orange Is The New Black. Where did she gooooo? Boy, these Judges' cuts are […]
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