Tag Archives: Nessun Dorma

The Nessun Dorma Sing-Off: A Vocal Masterclass Review

February 19, 2013 by Masterclass Lady 10 Comments


So many singers have attempted to sing the legendary Puccini aria, Nessun Dorma, from the opera, Turandot and so many have failed to master the subtle nuances and the refined control it takes to correctly perform this song. Considered to be one- if not the most difficult song- to master, it always amazes me that […]

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Classical Music, Music, Opera, Singing, Videos
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David Foster, Fernando Varela, Lionel Richie

David Foster, Lionel Richie and Fernando Varela: “Rehearsals Are Highly Over-Rated”

May 30, 2012 by Masterclass Lady 9 Comments


During the course of this 10-minute video, the incomparable David Foster uttered: “Rehearsals are highly over-rated”. Well indeed they are, especially when the performers are Mr. Foster, Lionel Richie and rising star, Fernando Varela. This video was recorded on April 30th, 2012 at the Milken Institute Global Conference in Los Angeles. In this intimate environment, […]

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Fernando Varela and David Foster In Las Vegas

Masterclass Monday: Fernando Varela Performs In Las Vegas For David Foster And Friends

November 28, 2011 by Masterclass Lady 5 Comments


A few weeks back, I featured a rising young star in the entertainment world named Fernando Varela. In this article, I hinted that more exciting opportunities were on the horizon for Fernando. Well, the cat is out of the bag! On November 26th, 2011, Fernando was featured as a rising star during the David Foster […]

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Entertainment, Masterclass Monday, Singing, Videos
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