The Edge of Glory by Lady Gaga (cover)

Written by Chris Jones Category: Music Blog
Published on 10 October 2011 Hits: 746
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A couple of months have gone by, and I am about to raise the bar once more on my singing videos. I just finished a project with my arranger and accompanist - a cover of Lady Gaga's "The Edge of Glory." It is arranged with full harmony. This video represents the first step in increasing the complexity and quality of my singing videos.

This fall, I will be recording real music videos. Stay tuned for a couple of live performances and for the music videos to the traditional Appalachian song, "Wayfaring Stranger" and to the Irish folk tune titled "The Fields of Athenry."

Enjoy! ~ C


 

The Miracle of the Virtual Choir

Written by Chris Jones Category: Music Blog
Published on 26 April 2011 Hits: 914
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On January 20, 2009, I sang for President Obama's Inauguration Day Prayer Service at St. John's Church, Lafayette Square, in Washington, D.C. That was truly one of the most thrilling experiences of my life. There was so much anticipation and excitement in the church that day. There were buzzing waves of electricity in the air. I could feel the energy and attention of the entire world focusing on this one person, the President-elect, sitting only twenty yards from me. It was overwhelming.

One of the pieces we sang that morning was "Hope, Faith, Life, Love" from the cycle Three Songs of Faith by composer Eric Whitacre. I loved performing the piece, and I was shocked that I had never heard of this composer before. With all the professional choral singing that I do, how had I never sung this gorgeous music? The piece is dense; thick and heavy with hypnotic beauty. There are suspensions everywhere, which I love, and being in the middle of the sound his music creates makes you feel grounded and satisfied in a way that is difficult to describe.

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Music Theater "Money Note" Montage

Written by Chris Jones Category: Music Blog
Published on 07 March 2011 Hits: 1144
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I post this on Facebook about every six months, for my new Friends and when there is something new to announce. STAY TUNED, everyone.

It represents a sampling of the "HIGH" points from our recording sessions so far.
This video includes excerpts from:
"I Can't Make You Love Me"
"Make Them Hear You"
"Bring Him Home"
"To Where You Are"
"Si Volvieras A Mi"
"The Prayer"
"Will There Really Be A Morning"

 

Facebook Birthday Wishes

Written by Chris Jones Category: Music Blog
Published on 04 March 2011 Hits: 805
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I am utterly gobsmacked by over 500 lovely and amazing Happy Birthday wishes. This is why I don't understand why people say bad things about Facebook.
It is a WONDERFUL feeling to know that someone out there in the world is thinking of you and wishing you well. I love you guys! I will read every single message
after work! (and after my fabulous birthday dinner tonight with mom and Robert!) xoxo

 

Adele or Lady Gaga?

Written by Chris Jones Category: Music Blog
Published on 22 February 2011 Hits: 607
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I cannot decide what I am more excited about; Adele singing on David Letterman in a few minutes, or the fact that Lady Gaga will be here in DC in less than 48 hours. If any of you guys are going to see Gaga on Thursday, be prepared to tell me EVERYthing. I will need photos, and I will need video clips. I am not kidding. Love, Chris.

 

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