Imagine stepping into an avalanche of sunlight and refreshing breezes, and walking above an immensity of blue that shifts nuances with every mood of the sky. Cars fly by, but you are completely detached from them as you hover above that magnificent body of water, the mighty Hudson River. Bikes
Vocalist Kristoffer Lowe has garnered two MAC Awards (Manhattan Association of Cabarets), a Bistro Award, and Mabel Mercer Foundation’s Julie Wilson Award. Broadway World wrote: Kristoffer Lowe, though classically trained in opera, once again proved that the power and richness of his voice could shine in the cabaret world, as
The vision of actress/singer Janet Hayes Walker and her husband, Charles Dodsley Walker, The York Theatre Company began its life at The Church of Heavenly Rest, Fifth Avenue at 90th Street, where Charles was organist and choirmaster. In 1969, it occurred to Janet that the Parish House would make a
Under the aegis of the 92Y “The popularity of the movie musical has had its ups and downs. A film with no music is rare. Movie music has remained an essential piece of film making. Those songs written specifically for a film have the power to capture the imagination of
With each of these brief shows, Ann Kittredge, Christopher Denny, and Matt Berman push the envelope for what’s possible when vocalists and musicians perform from different locations. Presentations are powered by Jam Kazam at which Denny and Berman are experts. Anyone in the business should explore the system for in-sync
When I receive a book for review, my goal is to post when the book is available for purchase. Oftentimes that’s not possible if I receive the book too close to its pub date. Other times, books pile up and getting through everything in a timely manner is a challenge.
Shana Farr and Steve Ross at St. John’s in the Village – Father Graham Napier It’s “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Farr and Ross sing in the brightest of spirit. It’s the hap-happiest season of all… (George Pyle/ Edward Pola). At a time overflowing with seasonal concerts, this
“Dad, please put down the salt!” The stern admonition wasn’t just coming from my daughter. It was coming from my daughter—for about the 20th time—who is also a Registered Dietitian. Having recently turned 65 and on blood pressure medication since Donald Trump was elected President, you’d think I’d listen to
Imagine stepping into an avalanche of sunlight and refreshing breezes, and walking above an immensity of blue that shifts nuances with every mood of the sky. Cars fly by, but you are completely detached from them as you hover above that magnificent body of water, the mighty Hudson River. Bikes whiz by, for the double-lane path is meant to be shared. You become oblivious to them too as your senses get wrapped up in water
Vocalist Kristoffer Lowe has garnered two MAC Awards (Manhattan Association of Cabarets), a Bistro Award, and Mabel Mercer Foundation’s Julie Wilson Award. Broadway World wrote: Kristoffer Lowe, though classically trained in opera, once again proved that the power and richness of his voice could shine in the cabaret world, as well…There is a richness to his voice that is undeniable. Lowe is also a self-taught chef. Raised in Alabama on what he calls “housewife-country-meat-and-potatoes,” he
The vision of actress/singer Janet Hayes Walker and her husband, Charles Dodsley Walker, The York Theatre Company began its life at The Church of Heavenly Rest, Fifth Avenue at 90th Street, where Charles was organist and choirmaster. In 1969, it occurred to Janet that the Parish House would make a good, little theater. I’m told the church gave them $50 to get off the ground. While Janet handled the creative, Charles was treasurer and kept
Under the aegis of the 92Y “The popularity of the movie musical has had its ups and downs. A film with no music is rare. Movie music has remained an essential piece of film making. Those songs written specifically for a film have the power to capture the imagination of an audience.” Brandon Victor Dixon performs “Pure Imagination” (Leslie Bricusse/ Anthony Newley- Charlie and The Chocolate Factory 1971) and “When You Wish Upon a Star”
With each of these brief shows, Ann Kittredge, Christopher Denny, and Matt Berman push the envelope for what’s possible when vocalists and musicians perform from different locations. Presentations are powered by Jam Kazam at which Denny and Berman are experts. Anyone in the business should explore the system for in-sync presentations, both live, and according to Denny, sharp enough to record. Kittredge opens with Irving Berlin’s “Snow” from the film White Christmas. She has a
When I receive a book for review, my goal is to post when the book is available for purchase. Oftentimes that’s not possible if I receive the book too close to its pub date. Other times, books pile up and getting through everything in a timely manner is a challenge. I also know, as an author, that a late review is better than no review, so I try my best to finish the books I
Shana Farr and Steve Ross at St. John’s in the Village – Father Graham Napier It’s “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” Farr and Ross sing in the brightest of spirit. It’s the hap-happiest season of all… (George Pyle/ Edward Pola). At a time overflowing with seasonal concerts, this one may be the most sophisticated and urbane. “There are stories,” Ross begins… One hot August day in Los Angeles, Sammy Cahn wanted to go
“Dad, please put down the salt!” The stern admonition wasn’t just coming from my daughter. It was coming from my daughter—for about the 20th time—who is also a Registered Dietitian. Having recently turned 65 and on blood pressure medication since Donald Trump was elected President, you’d think I’d listen to such sage and expert advice. I promise it’s on my New Year’s resolution list. Jean and I have more in common than a last name,
