Vocal Masterclass Discussion For Canadian Idol’s Top Seven Singers Featuring The Music Of Queen


Let the pyrotechnics begin. I am sure there will be a ton of glitz and glamour during tonight’s show. Given the theatrically driven music that encompasses Queen’s unique and passionate vocal style, no expense will be spared by CTV and the Canadian Idol franchise. I hope and pray these singers have done their homework, because […]

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Vocal Masterclass For Canadian Idol Season Five Top Eight Singers: Unplugged With Enrique


by Rosanne Simunovic I had a great vacation last week and feel extremely rested. I am ready to resume additional Vocal Masterclass articles for this year’s Top 8 singers on Canadian Idol. It was a pleasure to see Enrique’s mentoring system with our Group of Eight. He was an excellent resource for them, although I […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For The Top 8 Performances On Canadian Idol


Well, that was an interesting evening of music. Not at all what I expected from these singers. As I try to grasp for words in writing this week’s Masterclass article, please feel free to add your comments in this post. Who were your favorites? Did you feel the singing was on par with last week’s […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For Canadian Idol Season 5 Top 9 Performances


Hey everyone! As I am away on holidays, I thought I would start a Discussion Thread for the Canadian Idol Top 9 Performances this evening. I may be able to see the show but will not be able to write a Vocal Masterclass article this week. Please feel free to add your comments about song […]

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Vocal Masterclass For Canadian Idol Season Five Top Ten Singers


by Rosanne Simunovic Well, after a two year hiatus, I will be here periodically to lend Vocal Masterclass evaluations to this year’s Top 10 singers of Canadian Idol Season Five. Next week, I am on holidays and will not be able to comment on the singers’ performances. However, this week’s Top 10 performances nourished this […]

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Canadian Idol Season Five Announces Their Stellar Lineup Of Stars For The Top Ten Performances


It’s going to be an exciting summer of music and, with all the famous rock artists traversing the Idol stage, I, personally, will miss eliminated rocker contestant Tyler Mullendore’s contribution to the mix. I can only imagine the entertaining performances he would have presented throughout the season and sometimes that’s all we are left with […]

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Vocal Masterclass For Canadian Idol Season Five Top Seven Female Performances


by Rosanne Simunovic You go girls! What a show last evening. I walked away from these performances more confused than ever. I cannot remember such a strong line-up of female singers, each representing a diverse array of genres and styles. It appears that each and every one of these singers know who they are as […]

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Vocal Masterclass For Canadian Idol Season Five Top Seven Males


by Rosanne Simunovic This week’s Top 7 male performances were extremely strong. All of these guys deserve Top 10 status, but we know that two will be, heartbreakingly, eliminated. What can you do? That’s Canadian Idol and I have to applaud the judges for choosing singers that celebrate the depth and diversity of our Country’s […]

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Some Good Things Never Last: A Masterclass Performance


So, I was browsing the internet today and look what I found. It’s a much younger Debra Byrd, Voice Coach for American Idol and Canadian Idol, singing with Barry Manilow at the piano, with Dana Robbins on saxophone. It was recorded live in 1988. This song mesmerized me . It was a spectacular performance and […]

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Vocal Masterclass For Canadian Idol Season Five Top Nine Females


by Rosanne Simunovic So, I decided to write an abbreviated Vocal Masterclass article for the Top Nine ladies of Canadian Idol Season Five. I feel that, for the most part, they needed a wee bit more direction than their male counterparts. However, the judging this week was very good and, although I didn’t agree 100% […]

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Canadian Idol Season Five:Our Top Nine Male Singers Start To Shine


Well,well, well! Last evening’s Top 9 Canadian Idol showcase was a very pleasant revelation indeed. The remaining nine male vocalists decided it was time to “kick it up a notch”. Given the extremely abbreviated performance time frame, I was treated to a glimmer of the future when this year’s Top 10 is a finalized product. […]

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Canadian Idol Season Five Is Going To Kick


Do you feel the excitement in the air? I do. This year, our illustrious team of judges worked extremely hard to ensure the success of Canadian Idol Season Five. As we anticipate the Top 22 performances, beginning with the Top 11 male singers this evening, the Toronto boot camp auditions defined the depth and diversity […]

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Canadian Idol Is Ready To Rock


Rumour has it that Canadian Idol is looking for a certifiable rockstar this year. I don’t know if this is true, but, if so, then they are definitely making a smart move in the right direction. Canadian Idol has yet to crown a genuine rockstar as the winner in any season and, although Season 2 […]

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American Idol Season 6 Vocal Masterclass For The Top 2 Performances


By: Rosanne Simunovic We have finally reached the end of the Idol road, but, for Blake and Jordin, this is the auspicious beginning of their musical career. American Idol has afforded them a tremendous opportunity for exposure and promotion and we can only anticipate the wonderful things in store for them in their post Idol […]

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LET THE FINALE SPOILERS AND COMMENTS BEGIN


Please post all spoilers here in this thread, along with your personal comments about American Idol Season 6 Finale. Also, if you want to stay current with what is going down tonight, check MJ’s Blog. I love that site.

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For The Top 2 Performances


Can it be? Have we really reached the TOP 2 already? Every year it seems that the weeks leading up to the American Idol Finale fly by faster and faster. Perhaps the rationale is that, even after all these weeks, I still could not figure out where this show was going this season. It didn’t […]

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American Idol Season 6 Vocal Masterclass For The Top 3 Performances


By: Rosanne Simunovic This week our Final 3 singers showcased the traditional song selections at this stage of the competition: Judge’s Choice, Producer’s Choice and Personal Choice. I can imagine that a great deal of mentoring, arranging and coaching have been percolating throughout the Idol camp this week. Don’t you wish you were a fly […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For The Top 3 Performances


I know this discussion thread will be hopping before, after and during the Top 3 performances this evening. So, let’s get the ball rolling. Post any relevant links to spoilers and if they happen to visit the spam folder, I will de-spam them! ha! WordPress has a great system in place for preventing spam, so […]

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American Idol Season 6 Vocal Masterclass For The Top 4 Performances


By: Rosanne Simunovic This week, our Top 4 celebrated the music of Barry Gibb and the Bee Gees. As much I love and respect the music of these legendary performers, I just found this to be a strange thematic selection for everyone. This music is very difficult to perform as a soloist and, by the […]

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Vocal Masterclass Discussion Thread For The Top 4 Performances


Time to beat the Masterclass Lady to the punch. Your comments are most welcome following tonight’s exciting show, featuring our Top 4, Lakisha, Blake, Jordin and Melinda performing the music of the Bee Gees. You know, every year at this time, I had an idea who would win this competition, but this year? Nada. This […]

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