pastor atGreenpoint Reformed Church in Brooklyn—a “progressive, young and vibrant church” where she shares the pulpit with two lesbian pastors and one transgender male pastor—hastweetedabout what she calls Hillsong’s false permissiveness. “not as hip as Hillsong Hipsters, but ...
Summoning her positive attitude, Amilya came up with brilliant strategies to sell tickets, reached out to sponsors, increased advertising and found two new singers. The event was not only saved, but became a resounding success and was featured in the local newspaper. All of the $2,000 raised...
He was even considered by many as one of the “greatest singers” of the 20th Century! Mario was a devout Roman Catholic and his renditions of "The Lord's Prayer" and "Ave Maria" were sung so majestically and with such heart-felt emotion! He was a close personal friend to Meredith ...
Slightly later recordings can fill in gaps which for us are more perplexing in the process of resurrecting baroque music. One of the most difficult chasms to fill is that of the vocal soloists of the baroque, the famous singers who sang for Handel, Vivaldi and all the operatic performances o...
There are plenty of actors and singers who've triumphed as entrepreneurs in other industries. Just look at what the Jessicas — Simpson, Alba, and now Biel — have done with their product lines. For a while, Olivia Newton-John enjoyed great success with herKoala Blue sportswear line. Found...
The things kids remember from their past lives are things no child could have possibly known, from the story of a grandparent's death to a foreign language from a country they have never visited. Children who have been reincarnated often mention their past life offhand, like ...
Here are highlights from the different heritage trails, behind the scenes set up and the camaraderie and conviviality that took the celebrations from dusk to moonlit night. Thank you to all who came, regulars, first timers, old and young, singers, photographers and well wishers. the Brownies ar...
Singers at the annual St. Lucia Festival in Sanford, Fla. Folks who go to the annual St. Lucia Festival in Sanford have a chance to sample some Florida-pioneer culinary treats. (In 2013, it’s December 14; see sanfordstlucia.com.) ...
The oratorio features a cast of around 200 performers and spans centuries of a country's history in just 50 minutes. Carbon 12 brings together the full orchestra and chorus of WNO, along with the Parc and Dare Brass Band, Risca Male Voice Choir and achorus of 60 women singers recruited ...
” But Vandross’ artistry often gets overlooked. He was a brilliant hook writer, producer and vocal arranger. By studying the female singers of his youth – Aretha, Dionne, Patti, etc. – Luther’s was a unique male voice that came from a softer space. His songs...