The 2nd Build the Basement Concert is coming soon. Saturday, June 12 at 7PM in the newly framed basement at 3071 Woodlake Ct. Marietta, GA 30062, I will be doing "Classic Broadway: Music that Electrifies" to celebrate the installation of the designated breaker box. Tickets are $5 each. There will be a Name that Tune contest with a prize for the winner. Also, the 2X4's are still exposed and can be purchased and signed or decorated for only $2.50 each. This is a great opportunity to enjoy some really great music and have a little fun in the process. I can't tell you what I'm singing because that would ruin the Name that Tune contest, but I promise it's good! For more information, you can contact me at amber.brooke.soprano@gmail.com.
Sunday, June 13 at 3PM, the Michael O'Neal Chamber Singers will be singing for a 2nd year in a row on the Roswell Square as part of Roswell's Concerts on the Square series. This is free to the public. Bring a chair and enjoy the beautiful music and, hopefully, beautiful weather. www.mosingers.com
Tuesday, June 15 at 6:30PM, I will be performing the Queen of the Night aria as well as "Che il bel sogno di Doretta", "In quelle trine morbide", "Saper voreste", and "Caro nome" with the Capitol City Opera Company as part of their Dinner and a Diva monthly concert series at Petite Auberge. I will be joined by Debbie Rostad and John LaForge for "Mozart, Puccini, and Verdi". Tickets are $55 for a 4-course dinner and the concert. www.ccityopera.com (check out the new website) We will repeat this program at Sugo in Roswell on Thursday, June 17 at 7PM.
Saturday, June 19th, Ill be celebrating Father's Day at the Alba's and singing with Lee Herring (Yay!). Sorry this is by invitation only!
Saturday, June 26 at 7PM at Chestnut Ridge Christian Church, I have been invited to perform, with Lee Herring again, on the 2nd annual Sing for Christ. We will be doing a few duets and some solos each. www.ajcexchange.com/5-Community/27-art-music-theater/ads/566477/detail
I am soooo busy learning all this music, but I am in heaven. Not only is it all really great music, I love to be busy! There are so many choices for being entertained, I hope you choose one or two!
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Lots Coming Up
On Friday night May 14th, the Michael O'Neal Singers will be performing "Songs from America's Heartland" at RUMC at 8PM. www.mosingers.com
On Saturday night May 15th, the "Build the Basement" concert is from 8-11. (see below) When you arrive, please have your picture taken and sign the guest book. Enjoy socializing, some snacks, and dancing to 60's music all night.
Then, in June, I'm looking forward to another "Build the Basement" concert on Saturday, June 12th at 8PM. Since we will be installing the new breaker box for the studio in June, I will be singing "Classic Broadway: the Music that Electrifies". If you attended May's concert, you can pick up your picture.
Tuesday, June 15th is Dinner and a Diva at Petite Auberge and on Thursday, June 17th at Sugo. I'll be singing some Mozart, Puccini, and Verdi and a duet with John LaForge. WooHoo!
On Saturday, June 19th, I'll be singing at the annual Father's Day concert at the Alba's. I couldn't decide on a style (story of my life) so I'm going to sing all my styles. I'll be singing some Broadway, 60's, opera, operetta, and Contemporary Christian unless I can find a tenor who will do duets with me...
On Saturday, June 26th, I'll be singing at the 2nd annual Sing for Christ at Chestnut Ridge Christian Church.
In July, I'll be singing at the annual fundraiser for Capitol City Opera Company. This year we're doing Rogers and Hammerstein. That's right up my alley. Should be great. www.ccityopera.org
I start rehearsals for Tartuffe in July also. It runs at Oglethorpe University on September 10-12. I'm so looking forward to that!
On Saturday night May 15th, the "Build the Basement" concert is from 8-11. (see below) When you arrive, please have your picture taken and sign the guest book. Enjoy socializing, some snacks, and dancing to 60's music all night.
Then, in June, I'm looking forward to another "Build the Basement" concert on Saturday, June 12th at 8PM. Since we will be installing the new breaker box for the studio in June, I will be singing "Classic Broadway: the Music that Electrifies". If you attended May's concert, you can pick up your picture.
Tuesday, June 15th is Dinner and a Diva at Petite Auberge and on Thursday, June 17th at Sugo. I'll be singing some Mozart, Puccini, and Verdi and a duet with John LaForge. WooHoo!
On Saturday, June 19th, I'll be singing at the annual Father's Day concert at the Alba's. I couldn't decide on a style (story of my life) so I'm going to sing all my styles. I'll be singing some Broadway, 60's, opera, operetta, and Contemporary Christian unless I can find a tenor who will do duets with me...
On Saturday, June 26th, I'll be singing at the 2nd annual Sing for Christ at Chestnut Ridge Christian Church.
In July, I'll be singing at the annual fundraiser for Capitol City Opera Company. This year we're doing Rogers and Hammerstein. That's right up my alley. Should be great. www.ccityopera.org
I start rehearsals for Tartuffe in July also. It runs at Oglethorpe University on September 10-12. I'm so looking forward to that!
Friday, April 30, 2010
Build the Basement Concert Series
The first "Build the Basement" Concert will be held on Saturday, May 15 from 8 - 11 PM in the basement of 3071 Woodlake Ct. Marietta GA 30062. The theme this month will be "2 X 4 = 60's". What does that mean? I'll be singing 60's all night so ya'll dress up in your 60's garb and come and twist the night away. The ticket price is $2.50 for each person or family. This buys you a 2 X 4 board in our basement which you will be able to write or paint on while you listen to the music and enjoy dancing and socializing. Kids of all ages are welcome and I'm hoping we will have some guest performers as well. Come join us for the fun!
History of the Build the Basement Concert Series:
In 1997, Franco graduated from The Full Sail University in Orlando with a degree in Audio Engineering. He then went to work onboard the Ocean Breeze where he met singer/dancer Amber Brooke. We got married and have gone on to have 3 beautiful children. In the ensuing 11 years, Franco has joined the corporate world and given up his dream to become an audio engineer. Two years ago, we bought our dream home with a full basement which has been sitting waiting to be turned into a recording studio. For Franco's 39th birthday, I promised him that I would complete his recording studio in one year in time for his 40th birthday. So, if you attend one of the 12 monthly concerts in the next year, you will receive 4 things:
1) part ownership in Franco's recording studio
2) a copy of the first CD we produce down there
3) 12 fun evenings with great music
4) an invitation to Franco's 40th birthday bash in the finished basement (to be held on Saturday, April 23rd, 2011)
Each month will feature a new theme and you will be able to see the basement progress from its current state to a full-blown recording studio! Some concerts I'm considering include Contemporary Christian music, musical theatre (of course), hymns, and the 20's - the 70's. Should be interesting! We hope you will want to be part of the magic!
By the way, that's not all I'm doing, Chamber Singers has 2 concerts coming up. The first is May 8th in Big Canoe at 7:30PM and the second is June 13th on the square in Roswell at 3PM. Michael O'Neal Singers will also be performing Music from the Heartland on May 14th at 8PM at RUMC. http://www.mosingers.com/
I am also greatly looking forward to some action with CCOC. In June, I will be performing on the Dinner and a Diva concert series at Petite Auberge and Sugo. In July, we will perform the Lightside fundraiser at Callanwolde. This year's theme is Rodgers and Hammerstein. And in August, I begin rehearsals for Tartuffe which will be performed at Oglethorpe University on September 10-12, 2010. http://www.ccityopera.org/
This year we will have the 2nd Father's Day bar-b-que and concert at the Alba's on June 19th. I'm honored to be asked to perform with them again. This year I'm thinking about something like "Time to Say Good-bye".
And last but not least, on June 26th, I will be performing at the 2nd Annual Sing for Christ. I'm still looking for a tenor to perform with me on that one. I would love to pull out some old Sandi Patti/Larnelle Harris duets!
Oh yeah, the 2nd "Build the Basement" concert will be on Saturday, June 12th from 8 - 11 PM.
History of the Build the Basement Concert Series:
In 1997, Franco graduated from The Full Sail University in Orlando with a degree in Audio Engineering. He then went to work onboard the Ocean Breeze where he met singer/dancer Amber Brooke. We got married and have gone on to have 3 beautiful children. In the ensuing 11 years, Franco has joined the corporate world and given up his dream to become an audio engineer. Two years ago, we bought our dream home with a full basement which has been sitting waiting to be turned into a recording studio. For Franco's 39th birthday, I promised him that I would complete his recording studio in one year in time for his 40th birthday. So, if you attend one of the 12 monthly concerts in the next year, you will receive 4 things:
1) part ownership in Franco's recording studio
2) a copy of the first CD we produce down there
3) 12 fun evenings with great music
4) an invitation to Franco's 40th birthday bash in the finished basement (to be held on Saturday, April 23rd, 2011)
Each month will feature a new theme and you will be able to see the basement progress from its current state to a full-blown recording studio! Some concerts I'm considering include Contemporary Christian music, musical theatre (of course), hymns, and the 20's - the 70's. Should be interesting! We hope you will want to be part of the magic!
By the way, that's not all I'm doing, Chamber Singers has 2 concerts coming up. The first is May 8th in Big Canoe at 7:30PM and the second is June 13th on the square in Roswell at 3PM. Michael O'Neal Singers will also be performing Music from the Heartland on May 14th at 8PM at RUMC. http://www.mosingers.com/
I am also greatly looking forward to some action with CCOC. In June, I will be performing on the Dinner and a Diva concert series at Petite Auberge and Sugo. In July, we will perform the Lightside fundraiser at Callanwolde. This year's theme is Rodgers and Hammerstein. And in August, I begin rehearsals for Tartuffe which will be performed at Oglethorpe University on September 10-12, 2010. http://www.ccityopera.org/
This year we will have the 2nd Father's Day bar-b-que and concert at the Alba's on June 19th. I'm honored to be asked to perform with them again. This year I'm thinking about something like "Time to Say Good-bye".
And last but not least, on June 26th, I will be performing at the 2nd Annual Sing for Christ. I'm still looking for a tenor to perform with me on that one. I would love to pull out some old Sandi Patti/Larnelle Harris duets!
Oh yeah, the 2nd "Build the Basement" concert will be on Saturday, June 12th from 8 - 11 PM.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Amber Brooke - mom/singer/construction worker
Since The Reminiscents' gig on March 20, it appears I have ceased to be a singer and become a construction worker! Now after finishing remodeling the master bathroom and the laundry room (really, I did it myself), it's time to get a manicure and do some practicing. I don't have many performances in the next little while, so it's a great time to prepare for what is coming.
In May, the Michael O'Neal Singers will be performing America's Heartland: Celebrating Our Heritage on Friday, May 14 at 8PM at RUMC. They will also be performing Hear the Future: 2nd Annual MOS Invitational Music Festival on Sunday, April 25 at 3 PM where they will be singing the Vivaldi Gloria again. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend that concert so won't be able to do that solo again. What a shame! I encourage you to check out what MOS is doing all year and buy season tickets at www.mosingers.com. It is the best large choir in the area next to the Atlanta Symphony Chorus and very reasonable to attend.
In June, I'll be doing Dinner and a Diva on the third Tuesday of the month at Petite Auberge and the following Thursday at Sugo. Also in June, we will be doing the 2nd Father's Day concert at the Alba's home. Two years ago, this was a wonderful time to hear the talents and enjoy the company of our friends. This is a free event if anyone would like to attend. I'll be singing some more popular music. On June 26th, I'll be participating in the 2nd Annual Sing for Christ. I'll be singing with my church choir as well as doing a set on my own. I'm thinking of doing some Sandi Patti or something like that. This is also free to all and all are welcome. I'll send out more information about it when I know.
July will bring the annual fundraiser for Capitol City Opera. We are only doing one night this year of Rogers and Hammerstein so hopefully the audience will come out to support us. It is a picnic dinner and concert. Buy a whole table and bring your family and friends!
In August, I will begin rehearsals for Tartuffe which will be performed at Oglethorpe University in September.
Many of you have asked me about Broadway for the Ridiculously High Soprano and I appreciate that. It has been innordinately difficult to schedule this performance because of Allen's busy schedule and all the school holidays and vacations and such; however, we are keeping our fingers crossed for a date in November. I am trying to convince Jenny Rawson to join me in a duet recital of English music with Purcell, Handel, Stephen Foster, Copeland, Bernstein, and some musical theatre. Hopefully, it will come together and we may do that in November instead and keep putting the Broadway concert off a little longer.
After that, it's back to Michael O'Neal for the next season and whatever else comes along for Capitol City Opera and The Reminiscents. We are looking for gigs for The Reminiscents if anyone has any ideas. Feel free to recommend us. www.thereminiscents.com
In May, the Michael O'Neal Singers will be performing America's Heartland: Celebrating Our Heritage on Friday, May 14 at 8PM at RUMC. They will also be performing Hear the Future: 2nd Annual MOS Invitational Music Festival on Sunday, April 25 at 3 PM where they will be singing the Vivaldi Gloria again. Unfortunately, I am unable to attend that concert so won't be able to do that solo again. What a shame! I encourage you to check out what MOS is doing all year and buy season tickets at www.mosingers.com. It is the best large choir in the area next to the Atlanta Symphony Chorus and very reasonable to attend.
In June, I'll be doing Dinner and a Diva on the third Tuesday of the month at Petite Auberge and the following Thursday at Sugo. Also in June, we will be doing the 2nd Father's Day concert at the Alba's home. Two years ago, this was a wonderful time to hear the talents and enjoy the company of our friends. This is a free event if anyone would like to attend. I'll be singing some more popular music. On June 26th, I'll be participating in the 2nd Annual Sing for Christ. I'll be singing with my church choir as well as doing a set on my own. I'm thinking of doing some Sandi Patti or something like that. This is also free to all and all are welcome. I'll send out more information about it when I know.
July will bring the annual fundraiser for Capitol City Opera. We are only doing one night this year of Rogers and Hammerstein so hopefully the audience will come out to support us. It is a picnic dinner and concert. Buy a whole table and bring your family and friends!
In August, I will begin rehearsals for Tartuffe which will be performed at Oglethorpe University in September.
Many of you have asked me about Broadway for the Ridiculously High Soprano and I appreciate that. It has been innordinately difficult to schedule this performance because of Allen's busy schedule and all the school holidays and vacations and such; however, we are keeping our fingers crossed for a date in November. I am trying to convince Jenny Rawson to join me in a duet recital of English music with Purcell, Handel, Stephen Foster, Copeland, Bernstein, and some musical theatre. Hopefully, it will come together and we may do that in November instead and keep putting the Broadway concert off a little longer.
After that, it's back to Michael O'Neal for the next season and whatever else comes along for Capitol City Opera and The Reminiscents. We are looking for gigs for The Reminiscents if anyone has any ideas. Feel free to recommend us. www.thereminiscents.com
Sunday, March 7, 2010
February and March 2010
February and March have mostly been dedicated to The Michael O'Neal Singers and Chamber Singers. The Chamber Singers had 2 concerts in February. Hopefully, I'll be getting a copy of the CD soon, because it was exquisite! In March, the big group will perform "Wearin' of the Green" in honor of St. Patrick's Day. It is the Michael O'NEAL Singers after all. But, it's fun to watch the Irish Step Dancers. www.mosingers.com.
The Reminiscents have a gig this month which I'm really excited about. We'll be singing the whole night for the Cherokee County Humane Society Fundraiser "Dining for Pets Sock Hop." I've put a lot of new video on our website, if you haven't seen it lately. www.thereminiscents.com.
The Reminiscents have a gig this month which I'm really excited about. We'll be singing the whole night for the Cherokee County Humane Society Fundraiser "Dining for Pets Sock Hop." I've put a lot of new video on our website, if you haven't seen it lately. www.thereminiscents.com.
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