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Pianist Jim Brickman Talks About Why His Music is So Well-Suited to the Holidays
“The most common reaction would be, ‘There’s no singing or anything? There’s no rhythm section? There’s just piano? It’s just you?’" he says via phone from a Grand Rapids tour halt. “That still happens in my live performances. I often hold to explain that it’s just me.”
For Brickman, who performs at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 16, at the Articulate Theatre, the holidays tend to be a busy time of the year. A graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Melody, where he says he was “a little bit of a black sheep,” Brickman released his first Christmas album some 20 years ago. He’s issued Christmas albums and put together holiday-themed tours ever since.
“The music by nature is of an emotional quality,” he says when asked about what first made
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Meet Beth Boyce of Wisconsin
Tell us a little about yourselves.
I&#;m the identical age as Jim. I&#;ve been unpartnered all of my life, but am engaged to be married March 17, to &#;The Admire of My Life&#;. I have 1 son, Blake, who is 24 years old and my partner in tune appreciation. I&#;m the CFO of a Water and Theme Park Resort in Wisconsin Dells, WI.
How long have you have been of a fan of Jim&#;s?
I&#;ve been a fan of Jim&#;s since the initial 90s when Angel Eyes first got radio play in Madison, Wisconsin by Magic The first time I saw Jim in concert it was with my friend, Mary. We held our breath with each song and sighed at the terminate of each ballad then burst into applause. That was when Jim would explain that the song wasn&#;t done until that last sustained note had finished.
When Jim played a benefit concert for 9/11 at the Mitby Theater in Madison, WI
I introduced my new son, Blake, to that live concert experience. He always dressed up to see Jim in concert and at that first concert, he looked up at me with wide eyes and thanked me for bringing
All sorts of movies, television shows and CDs acquire been pulled from free because there are problems regarding subject matter in light of the Sept. 11 attacks on the U.S. One album, released in late September, sounds like an antidote for the times. Jim Brickman&#;s Simple Things (Windham Hill/BMG), with piano solo tracks such as &#;The Promise,&#; &#;Catching Twilight,&#; &#;Night Rain,&#; &#;Devotion,&#; and &#;Serenade,&#; operate as a balm for our wounded spirits. The title track, co-written by Beth Nielsen Chapman, and sung by Rebecca Lynn Howard, could potentially get an anthem of comfort.
Gregg Shapiro: After &#;s appropriately titled No Words disc, you began to include vocalists on your albums. Can you tell something about this decision?
Jim Brickman: I&#;ve always been a songwriter first. I think that a lot of people consider that because I participate the piano that I&#;m (just a) pianist. Of course, I am, but I&#;ve always been a songwriter who plays the piano more than a pianist who writes songs. It seems like a strange distinction, but because of my background in jingles and
The historic Palm Springs Plaza Theatre is set to dazzle audiences with a spectacular lineup of concerts featuring renowned artists in and Three newly announced performances promise to convey world-class entertainment to the heart of Palm Springs:
Kicking off the impressive roster is Tony and Grammy Award-winner Billy Porter on December 4, The famous actor, singer, and fashion icon will deliver an electrifying performance showcasing his dynamic vocal talent and captivating stage presence. Famous for his groundbreaking Broadway role in Kinky Boots, his Emmy-winning performance in Pose, and his prosperous music career, Porter&#;s display is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
For the holidays, beloved pianist Jim Brickman will bring his &#;The Gift of Christmas&#; special to the Plaza Theatre on December 28, Fans can anticipate a magical evening filled with holiday classics, Brickman&#;s signature hits like &#;The Gift,&#; &#;Valentine,&#; and &#;Love of My Life,&#; and heartwarming storytelling that will capture the spirit of the season.
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