Corrinne May- "The Gift"

Corrinne May's new Christmas album, "The Gift" is out in the stores now. Marcus says that I'm like his Corrinne May update/newsletter. I should receive commisssion for this service eh? haha! Are you listening Warner Music/Pink Armchair Records? :)

Anyway, for a preview of 2 tracks, "The Answer" and "Silent Night"...you can go to my multiply website.
http://jazzymoo.multiply.com/music
It's not a super-impressive album.....but well, we love her and will buy her cds all the same. She looks really pretty on this album. I love the hair. :)

I hope her next album featuring original songs will come out soon...that's the gem I'm waiting for.

OH MY!!!!!

Some Chris Botti fan in Canada read my review of his concert here, and posted it on the official Chris Botti website's forum!!!!!! It's the same forum that Chris Botti's tour manager, Jeremy, posts on. OH MY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And people liked my review too!!! Teeheee!
Amazing how they found it man. Yes, I'm quite chuffed with myself now. haha!

http://www.bottionline.com/bulletin/showthread.php?s=2c572b0102e49e06a05312ba270ee6d9&threadid=3022

The fan found the review on my Multiply website:
http://jazzymoo.multiply.com/reviews/item/1

"A Thousand Kisses Deep"

Tonight was one of the best musical moments in my life.....watching Chris Botti live@Victoria Theatre. It was simply magical, everything a live concert should be- absolutely dazzling in terms of musical virtuosity and finesse (In Singlish, it means 'Fierce ah!' I've not seen such an incredible jazz band live, with the likes of Billy Childs and Billy Kilson. We were indeed a privileged lot. ), but most importantly, it was moving and inspiring because of the deep, special connection with the audience. *Sigh* That's what music is all about...that's why I love to sing.

Chris Botti and his musicians, are truly gifted.....they gave such stirring, sensitive and expressive performances. Andrea and I were reduced to mush, and moved to tears. Chris Botti's unique, silky tones were amazing to experience live. And like the Leonard Cohen song he regularly performs, it felt like "A thousand kisses deep"....to the soul. I'm just soooo glad I got to go.....would have really kicked myself if I gave it a miss. It was really worth every dollar! THANK YOU GOD, for letting me go!!!

It's really so rare to see an audience this engaged......it was like we were all cast under a spell. Nobody spoke a word while Chris was playing/speaking! And I must say, this guy is so refreshing in the way he bantered comfortably and freely with the crowd. Most famous musicians can't be bothered during their concerts. But Chris was telling stories about the songs he played, about his experiences (like playing with Sinatra!!), cracking jokes and really just establishing that awesome connection with the audience. I know I must sound like I'm just absolutely smitten haha! But if you were there you'd understand why. This guy is just incredibly personable, warm, good-natured and charming!

What a memorable night! :)

John Mayer Volkswagen Commercial.

*Dang* I've never wanted a car more!

BUTTON MOON

The opening sequence to that retro Brit children's show. Doesn't it bring bk warm, fuzzy memories? I love the Thames bit at the start too.

Go on, sing along with it. You know you want to! haha!"We're off to buttonmooooon..." :)

The Soul Cages

You hide behind a mask of cool demeanour,
A glossy, artful veneer you have designed.
Peel it all off and what will we find my friend?

A child.....held captive?

I see the turmoil your heart is in,
A torrent of emotions, that will not be denied
You're not as impenetrable as you think you are,
You're not that person they make you out to be.
The soul....was never meant to be caged.

Chris Botti Live@Victoria Theatre

I'M OVER THE MOON!!!! I'm going to watch Chris Botti LIVE@Victoria Theatre on the 25 Oct, Weds!!!!!!

Andrea and I have secured tix for the show ($100 each, and that was just for the cheapest seats in the house), and I managed to get my boss to grant me approval to reschedule my class for that night. I'm soooooooooooooo happy!! *jumps up and down in excitement* (breathes) *YIPEEEEEEEEE!!!*
Michelle never gets leave lor. heee!

We kinda decided to go in like 10 mins over msn. haha! Both of us were contemplating going alone before we even had our discussion. That's how badly I wanna see him lor. haha! If you watch the dvd you'll understand lah. His band is superb....and well, I dunno when I'll ever catch Chris Botti again. What if the stupid haze gives him such a bad impression of S'pore that he never returns? heh! I'm so glad that Billy Kilson, the brilliant drummer is coming along with Chris too!!

Oh yes, I've also secured my Corrinne May concert tix today. Ticket sales opened at 9am today. By 12noon, me and Berno only managed to get the 3rd row from the stage (stall). Warrau....Singaporeans super kiasu or what?? It's only Corrinne May leh! She comes back for concerts twice a yr lor people!

If you book your tix tmrw, I'll bet you that can only get circle seats, which suck. Some funny lady booked 20 tix at one go at the counter...so the guy at Sistic urged us to hurry up and buy our tix. Don't forget internet bookings as well. Madness!!

EVA CASSIDY- SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW

She is my favourite singer in the whole wide world. No one compares to the late Eva Cassidy in terms of authenticity and emotive power in vocal delivery. Her phrasing was so exquisite, her story-telling so compelling! Truly, she was one of a kind.

Solitary

"I think I tend to be creative in a private sphere"-Sting

Me too!! Don't get me wrong, I wouldn't even dare to compare myself to STING...but i totally identify with that. Why ah? Is it a Lit student syndrome? (Sting studied and taught English Literature.) Writing and reading are mostly solitary activities.

I find myself totally lost, and rather annoyed during group brain-storming sessions. To me, it's a waste of time. I'd be more productive if you left me alone to think for a bit....and I probably wouldn't like your ideas in the first place. (sorry if i sound grouchy, bad group work experiences in Uni)

Embraceable You

Had a bad day....but I have Chris Botti.
Chris Botti is the sweet balm to my soul, at the end of a weary day.
*Sigh* I just lose myself in the lush, silken sounds of his music.

What would I do without music?? I asked Jon, my singer-songwriter friend, this qn just now..."On a scale of 1 to 10, how impt is music to you in life?"
He replied "11/10".
haha! My own answer was 15/10. I didn't tell him that of course, until he gave me his answer.
Looks like we're both hardcore, we think alike.
Other pple would think and answer within the scale, our answers were both off the charts.
So what is it for you? :)

"Music is like air to me"- Chris Botti