Saturday, November 26, 2011

David Archuleta - Music, Memories & Emotions

Music, Memories & Emotions

What is it about David Archuleta’s music that can evoke such vivid memories?  Lyrics through music; it is a universal communication that connects with people on so many levels.  Music can elicit strong responses from people and can serve as a sound tract for a mental movie that starts playing in our heads. Music calls back memories of a particular place or event and is an important influence on our memories.  We associate songs with emotions, people and places we’ve experienced in the past.
Music is a very complex system of moving sound through time, and it must be impeccably ordered on three different planes; in melody, harmony, and rhythm.
There’s just something individualistic about the sound of David’s music.  The spotlight shines down…..It seems like every song conjures up memories of a time when you first heard it.
He gives every ounce of emotion that’s in him to convey a song he feels strongly about.  The beauty about his performances is that he gives us a taste of what’s to come and it’s always better than his last.  Bravo David!
He really sings that good and really performs that well, he writes songs and has a point of view.  It’s staggering.  David has become fearless.
It’s good to see David enjoy all the success that comes with the type of heart you need today for longevity.  That is one thing he has that is lacking in a lot of talent today.   The spirited performances, making eye contact with audience members, engaging the crowd verbally, and singing with earnest passion.
His powerful clear voice evokes passion, sensitivity, eloquence and a sense of purpose and intent.  David puts the focus on the song and its message front and center.  His voice is soothing and dynamic with an impressive range.  His songs draw you in with lyrics anyone can relate to instantly.
Learning how to provide the best environment for an artist to feel a certain comfort level in to deliver their talent that’s something that takes time. There are some superstars who are superstars in entertainment, but not really exceptional at the music but David has it all.
What makes David so easy to love?  Is it his innocence, humility, compassion?  The list goes on, or is it just his ability to see life as passionately as he does his music.  Perhaps we will never describe David accurately, all we can say for sure is he’s a gift from Heaven. 
David Archuleta gives us performances that are spiritually awakening with a renewed interest in music that stirs our emotions and inspires our hearts.  We have become protective, compassionate and involved not only with charities but with each other.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

Wednesday, November 16, 2011

David Archuleta Pictures from Disson Skating Event

A few more of my favorite pictures of David - Pandora's Holiday Moments on Ice

Monday, November 14, 2011

David Archuleta and Holiday Moments on Ice

Much excitement drove me to Phoenix, Arizona to see Disson’s Skating event at the Grand Canyon University Arena on November 12, 2011.

Pandora’s Holiday Moments on Ice showed off the exceptional talents of some of the world’s best figure skaters including Olympic and world figure skating champions.  The quality of skating was excellent and the show was very entertaining. There was a great wealth of talent in the skaters and the choreography.

The music from Manheim Steamroller was perfect for the skaters with performances flowing seamlessly from one to another.  The mixture of beautiful, funny and awe inspiring numbers kept you on the edge of your seat.  The vocals from David Archuleta; well there is something very romantic about a singer with an instrument pouring out his powerful clear passion, sensitivity and eloquence while skaters are gliding and strapping on the blades and taking a spin on a sheet of ice.  There is beauty in gliding along a thin piece of steel over frozen water and admiring their fluidity of movement. 

David Archuleta’s charismatic personality along with his love to entertain makes him genuine.  What truly separate this prince to the thrown from all others are the live shows. For it’s on the stage that David shines the brightest.

He stepped on stage and the magic began.  His voice playing off the skaters making more of the moment and so it happened, the miracle of inspiration was born.  He thrilled the audience and captivated their hearts.

David Performed Patapan, To Be With You, What Child Is This, Silent Night with Chip Davis and a new song by Manheim Steamroller, Above The Northern Lights.  The crowd roared every time he stepped on stage. 



It was a family show that reminiscences of times gone by, appropriate for all ages and genders and the Holiday Season.  Brian Boitano, Michael Weiss, Steven Cousins, Naomi Lange and Peter Tchernyshev, Rachel Flatt, Kimmie Meissner, Yuka Sato, Douglas Razzano, Ekaterina Gordeeva, put on a great show worthy of their talent.

Don’t miss this beautiful Holiday moment when it is aired on November 27th on NBC and again on December 3rd 2011.


Sunday, November 13, 2011

David Archuleta - Disson Skating Pictures

A few more pictures and then a story to follow soon:

David Archuleta - More Pictures from Disson Skating

MORE PICTURES

Disson Skating - Pandora's Unforgettable Moments on Ice

A few rehearsal pictures while I gather my thoughts.  Just arrived back in Los Angeles from
Disson's Skating Holiday Show with David Archuleta and Manheim Steamroller and many talented Olympic skaters.  It was a beautiful show and will share some lovely picures of from Dress Rehearsal and the final performances.  Enjoy!

Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Disson Skating - Pandora Unforgettable Holiday Moments on Ice

Look What Just Has Been Offered!  No excuses not to buy tickets! 

David Archuleta singing while beautiful skaters are cutting on the ice!  AND at at discount!!

DONT MISS THIS EVENT -

Special Veterans Day Ticket Offer from Grand Canyon University Arena

33% off tickets to holiday music and ice skating event

Grand Canyon University:
WHAT: In honor of Veterans Day, Grand Canyon University is offering 33 percent off on tickets to the Mannheim Steamroller Holiday Moments on Ice show at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 12. The 33 percent discount is a play on the holiday's unique date this year: 11-11-11. The sale is going on now through 5 p.m. Friday. The live show is being held at Grand Canyon University Arena.
WHERE: Use promotional code VETSDAY to get the discount online at www.gcuarena.com , by phone at 602-639-8999, or at the Box Office on the GCU campus located at
3300 W. Camelback Road
in Phoenix.
ABOUT THE EVENT: Olympic champion Brian Boitano headlines a spectacular skating cast in this one-time-only music and figure skating performance. Mannheim Steamroller, known for its new age and rock take on classic holiday hits, will perform some of their well-known tracks live while the superstar skating cast performs. Splitting the performances with Mannheim Steamroller will be David Archuleta, the American Idol runner-up for the 2007 season.
ABOUT GCU: Grand Canyon University was founded in 1949 and is Arizona's premier private Christian university. GCU is regionally accredited and emphasizes individual attention for both traditional undergraduate students and the working professional in six colleges: the Ken Blanchard College of Business, the College of Education, the College of Nursing, the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Fine Arts and Production, and the College of Doctoral Studies. GCU offers traditional programs on its growing campus, as well as online bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs. The University's curriculum fuses academic and clinical rigor with Christian values to prepare its students to be skilled, caring professionals. For more information about GCU, visit www.gcu.edu .
SOURCE: Grand Canyon University