 |
| |
|
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
  |
Recording Information
The Songs
The First Noel
O Come, O Come, Emmanuel |
|
| |
To all the wonderful people I have had the pleasure of working with
in making this CD.
I greatly appreciate your talents and your friendship.
To the musicians, Steve Holowitz, Jeff Christmas and Mitch Tyler,
there’s
nothing like working with your friends.
Steve, much thanks for all your
prep time.
Rob Larose, I love your contribution on Little Drummer Boy.
Sharon Kahan, thank you for your beautiful sound on Away in a Manger.
Liz Akano, thank you so much for your African influence and the lyrics:
“Amutara-anyi onye nzoputa” – A saviour has been born to us,
“Ekere
esimesi oma” – Happy Christmas, “Obioma” – Joy.
To my precious granddaughter Tayla, I am so very proud of you.
You are blessed with many talents and I thank you for sharing.
Thanks to St. James Westminster Church for the use of the piano.
Lynn Blumas, a big thanks for the photo session.
Big hugs to you all.
Guest Vocal on Track 4: Tayla Roeun-Edmonds
Percussion
on Tracks 5, 6: Rob Larose
Flute on Track 7: Sharon Kahan
|
What Child is This
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Jingle Bells
Little Drummer Boy
Away in a Manger
Go Tell it on The Mountain
Silent Night
Joy to the World/Angels We
Have Heard on High
This Little Light of Mine
The People
Executive Producer:
Denise Pelley
Producer: Gerry Richardson
Engineer: Mike Stewart
Recorded at: Sound Oven, London Wardrobe: Sharon’s of Hyde Park
Jewelry: Gordon’s Gold
Photographer: Lynn Blumas
Mastering: Sound Oven
Lead/Background Vocals:
Denise Pelley
Keyboards: Stephen Holowitz
Electric/Acoustic Bass:
Mitchell Tyler
Drums: Jeff Christmas
|
|
| |
|
| |
 
I had a dream a couple of years ago to do a
theatrical musical production
showcasing my favourite music, jazz.
My friends Louise Fagan and
Jacquie Gauthier,
eagerly said they would love
to be part of this
exciting venture.
In September of 2004, we
transformed the
McManus Studio in
London, Ontario
into the Apollo Theater of New York City.
Jazzabel's two week run was a sell out. Audiences embraced the story, and the music.
We decided to record the soundtrack, featuring a few well
known tunes,
some forgotten gems from the 1930's as well
as two original songs
written for the production.
I hope you enjoy listening to these songs as much
as
I have enjoyed performing them. |
Recording Information
The Songs
Sugar/Just You, Just Me
Somewhere In New York
What A Little Moonlight Can Do
He May Be Your Man But He Comes To See Me Sometime
Ain't No Hurray Baby
I Got A Right To Sing The Blues
Let's Beat Out Some Love
Blues In The Night
Gloomy Sunday
Fine Brown Frame
We Had Yesterday
I Got Rhythm
I've Got The World On A String
|
|
 |
All Compositions Arranged by
Jeff Christmas
Stephen Holowitz, Piano
Mitch Tyler, Bass
Jeff Christmas, Drums
For More Information on Jazzabel
Visit...
 |
The People
Produced by Jack Richardson
Executive Producers
Louise Fagan &
Jacquie Gauthier
Mastered by -
Trevor Sandler
Mastermind Productions
Recorded at Studio 2,
London, Ontario
|
|
| |
|
| |
 
Music is one of my lifelines and how lucky I was to be sharing my love of music with friends and audience on December 31, 2002, at the Grand Theatre in London. Ontario
Each time I walk through the doors of The Grand, it's like coming home. It is such a warm, comfortable atmosphere and the perfect setting for a night of music.
I would like to express my thanks to arranger Peter Brennan, special guest artists Satori Shakoor and Jean Meillier and all the musicians for your wonderful musical talent. Thank you to Susan Ferley, Artistic Director and Staff of The Grand Theater for a memorable evening indeed.
A special thank you to my Grand friends Deb Harvey and Rob Wellan who were a pleasure to work with on both the New Year's Eve Show and this CD project. And especially - thank you to the audience, those who were there with me New year's Eve and those who are listening now.
Renowned for its beauty proscenium arch, superlative acoustics and intimacy, The Grand theater has, for over 100 years, showcased the finest musical and dramatic talent in the world. gifted song-stylist Denise Pelley joined this stellar company with her performance on New Year's Eve. and it was a milestone event. she was the first musical artist to perform in-concert with The Grand Theater's new leading-edge sound system, and the result is the first live CD recording produced by The Grand Theater.
Denise electrified a sold-out audience on New Year's Eve 2002. with musical arrangements by Peter Brennan and a champagne orchestra of 15 musicians conducted by Jeff Christmas, Ms. Pelley embraced the audience with her extraordinary voice. singing husky baritone for those 'real mean' blues or roaring into soprano for those 'goose-bump' gospels and Broadway show-stoppers, she put her personal, deeply emotional touch to all the songs in her songbook.
We at the Grand knew, from the very first notes she sang, that this music begged to be shared. And so here you have it...Denise Pelley - Live at The Grand. |
|
Recording Information
The Songs
Let The Good Times Roll
Since You've Been Gone
I Love You, For Sentimental Reasons
Lady Marmalade
Baby Grand
Turn Me Round
When You Wish Upon A Star
Never Can Say Goodbye
At Last
Will The Circle Be Unbroken
Somewhere Over The Rainbow
The People
Denise Pelley, Vocals
Jeff Christmas,
Conductor
Peter Brennan, Arranger & Guitar
Regina Audet, 2nd Violin
Dale Anne Brennan, Drums
Kelly Eydt, 2nd Violin
Jeff Garret, Cello
Rob Inch, Percussion
Karen Kjeldson, Viola
Joseph Lanza, Concertmaster
Sheilanne Lindsay, 1st Violin
Sig Martin, Principal 2nd Violin
Jackie Milne, Principal Viola
Christine Newland, Principal Cello
John Regan, Piano
Michael Schulte, 1st violin
Mitch Tyler, Bass |
|
| |
|
|
| |
 
 Thinking back when you were in my arms, asleep, without a care
Warm and soft and tender
All that mattered was,
that you were there
At home
At home
I watched you grow
throughout the years
Despite maternal fears,
I let you go
And now it's hard imagining
that you're gone for good,
and I'm alone
At home
At home
Anytime I look around
the years gone by become
rewound
And I begin to ache
If I could hear you say to me
In your gentle voice
"Don't worry Mom, cause I'm Home"
My sincerest appreciation to all the musicians for sharing their wonderful talents. Jeff Christmas, Gary McCauley and Brian Ratcliffe, you are all amazing arrangers and brought much joy to this project. Mitch Tyler and Don Di Carlo, my long time friends, you are always fun to work with. Cheryll Harrison, you are an angel for learning more than you share. Kofi, thank you for the African flavour. Rob Finnemore, I am very grateful for your artistic talents. Thank you Les Pyette and Darlene Ropp for helping me make this gospel dream come true.
Thank you to my family for their life-long support. to my three favourite people, jason for many wonderful memories, and Jordon and Cam for your continuous love and strength and all the hugs we share. and Cam, you're amazing on "I'm Home". Jason would be so proud. |
|
Recording Information
The Songs
I Will Sing The Mercies Of The Lord
Hush, Somebody's Calling My Name
Way Beyond The Blue
Amazing Grace/I Need Three Every Hour
I'm Home
His Eye Is On The Sparrow
How Can I Keep From Singing
Softly And Tenderly
Wade In The Water
The People
Denise Pelley, Vocals ,
Executive Producer
Joe Vaughan, Recording Engineer
Sigfried Meier, Assistant Engineer
Rose Matineau, Hair
Recorded and Mixed at EMAC Studio, London, Ontario
We've been truly lucky to enjoy the heart warming music that my Mom has given to us all and I thank her for sharing it. She has truly made me feel that "I'm Home".
Jordan Edmonds
I am blessed to have music in my life. It is food for the soul and it lifts the spirit. Working on this project enabled me to travel a joyous musical journey. My wish is that when you listen to these songs it will feed your soul and lift your spirit as you continue on your journey home.
I dedicate this recording to my son Jason Edmonds whose spirit is felt every minute of every day
Denise
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
 
Missa Gaia/Earth was created by Paul Winter for the Cathedral of St. John the Devine, New York City, dedicated to St. Francis and first performed on Mother's Day, May 10, 1981. It is an unusual work. Essentially a suite with sections by various composers.
Since 1981, it has been performed many times, almost always with the Paul winter consort.This recording, by the Karen Schuessler singers of London, Ontario, joined my members of the Choir of Christ Church Episcopal and a children's choir from the Lester B. Pearson School for The Arts, London, Ontario, featuring vocalists and instrumentalists from Southwestern Ontario, represents and independent approach to this work. Actually a most successful approach. It has been performed to capacity audiences annually since 1994, usually at Wesley-Knox United Church, London, Ontario, but sometimes at other venues. Now it has been recorded. |
Recording Information
The Songs
Canticle Of Brothers Sun
Kyrie
Beatitudes
Mystery
Return to Gaia
Adorio Te Devote/For The Beauty
Sanctus and Benedictus
Sound Over All Waters
Promise Of A Fisherman
Blue-Green Hills Of Earth
Ubi Caritas
Angus Dei
Let Us Depart In Peace
|
|
| |
|
|
| |
 
It's time I told myself. "Time to record". I knew the moment I shared these thoughts with anyone, I'd have to follow through. I've wanted to record for years. But it needed to be the right time, with the right songs and the right musicians.
I told my friend and business manager, Patti Murphy. Her reply, "Then let's do it!"
There was never any doubt as to who I wanted as pianist... John Noubarian. John and I go way back, to grade school actually. He was my teacher during my senior years in elementary school. We have worked together for more than 20 years. I feel working together for that length of time has allowed us to really know each other musically, to anticipate the next chord change or the next modulation. I love his playing and his arrangements. He inspires me.
Ben Heywood, talented guitarist and composer played me his song, "Lover's Rendezvous", a few years ago. We had the good fortune to perform it of an orchestra concert and I knew then I wanted to include it on my first recording. I find it a very intimate song and the Spanish translation by Orlando Valencia gives it a particularly nice flavor.
I love acoustic bass and Peter Telford is a joy to work with. His rich sound complements the feel he puts into his playing. I wanted to take a ballad and undress it to almost being bare. Peter helped me do that with "Don't Explain''. His interpretation let me savor every note.
Mike Kawabe and I used to work together in a rhythm and blues band. He is a diverse drummer who adapts easily. A very tasteful player with great ears, he listens to all the pieces of a song and plays just the right feel, the right fills in all the right places. "Summertime" shows some really nice brush work.
With everything in place all I had to do was walk on stage and...trust the moment.
|
|
Recording Information
The Songs
Let There Be Love
You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
You Came A Long Way From St Louis
Summertime
A Foggy Day In London
Lover's Rendezvous
Don't Explain
Too Close For Comfort
Over The Rainbow
The People
Denise Pelley, Vocals
John Noubarian, Piano
Ben Heywood, Guitar
Peter Telford, Bass
Mike Kawabe, Drums
Recorded live at the
London Convention Centre,
London, Ontario, Canada
May 14, 1998
Recording Engineer Dan Brodbeck
Second Engineer Dan Burns
Mixed at db Studios, London, Ontario
Produced by Denise Pelley
Photography by Jackie Noble
Design and Layout by Brian Arnold
Management Patti Murphy
and Lance Jones
|
|
|
|
