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Post by sylvester88 on Apr 5, 2012 1:51:54 GMT
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Post by sylvester88 on Apr 12, 2012 16:46:47 GMT
Let's Learn From the Past: Jackie EvanchoApril 12, 2012 12:01 am By Brady Smith / History Center communications manager From Lena Horne to Christina Aguilera, Pittsburgh boasts a rich tradition of female vocalists who have influenced American popular music. But few have achieved fame at such a young age like Pittsburgh native Jackie Evancho.
Jackie was first inspired to sing after seeing a film version of "The Phantom of the Opera" just before her 8th birthday. She began to sing around the house, and before long, her parents, Lisa and Michael Evancho, entered her in a local talent competition. When the young soprano finished in second place behind singer more than 10 years older, the Evanchos realized their daughter possessed a special gift.
Jackie sang at local events and was a member of the Children's Festival Chorus. Her family eventually created a YouTube channel to post her performances. Her videos received thousands of views and generated additional event bookings throughout the nation.
The videos also caught the eye of record producer David Foster, who had worked with superstars such as Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston and Madonna. Mr. Foster, who would later produce one of Jackie's records, "Dream With Me," handpicked her to participate in the Hitman Talent Search Contest in late 2009. She appeared in front of thousands at the David Foster & Friends Concert one month later at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
Her big break came in 2010 when she won a contest on YouTube to audition on the hit TV show "America's Got Talent." She performed a stunning rendition of Puccini's "O mio babbino caro," which received a standing ovation and blew away the celebrity judges.
She advanced to the finals and drew another standing ovation after singing "Ave Maria" in her final performance. Although she placed second to crooner Michael Grimm, it was clear a star was born.
Soon after, Jackie signed with Columbia Records, and her "O Holy Night" EP debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, selling more than 1 million copies to date. She earned a spot in the Guinness Book of World Records as the youngest top three album act and broke other long-standing records worldwide. Jackie has toured the globe and performed for luminaries such as President Barack Obama, the Japanese royal family and Muhammad Ali.
In 2011, she returned to Pittsburgh to sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" prior to the NHL Winter Classic at Heinz Field and give a sold-out performance at the Benedum Center.
Recently, in addition to a nationwide tour, 12-year-old Jackie was selected to play Robert Redford's daughter in the upcoming movie "The Company You Keep."
The Heinz History Center will honor Jackie as the youngest History Maker at the 20th Annual History Makers Award Dinner Friday at the Westin Convention Center. Other honorees are Chip Ganassi, Ronald Davenport, Michael Fisher and Stephen Tritch. Tickets: Mark Burnett at 412-454-6405 or mlburnett@heinzhistorycenter.org.
First Published 2012-04-12 04:24:43
link---> www.post-gazette.com/stories/life/lifestyle/lets-learn-from-the-past-jackie-evancho-630960/
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Post by rickky on Apr 14, 2012 4:10:39 GMT
It's official Mike Evancho posted in JEFC Jackie is going to Russia The concert will take place on June 20 at the Palace Square in St. Petersburg.
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Post by mariel on Apr 19, 2012 14:37:02 GMT
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Post by rickky on Apr 24, 2012 7:39:25 GMT
Howard Stern who is taking Pierce Morgan's place on Americs's got Talent said if he was a judge Jackie Evancho would have won because he wouldn't put up with these sad story nonsense. I think if he could cut the sad stories out he may be the best judge yet.
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gordon
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Post by gordon on Apr 24, 2012 16:46:49 GMT
I believe Howard Stern is speaking from a position of being 20 / 20. Besides, did Jackie really lose? I think that coming in second like Susan Boyle gives cause to believe that being voted second in a competition can mean having a first place future.
IMO, comparing Howard Stern to Pierce Morgan is like comparing a trash can to a bottle of cologne.
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Post by mariel on Apr 30, 2012 0:01:45 GMT
Jackie just tweeted:
jackie evancho @jackieevancho
"So excited to be the face of Guess' Fall 2012 campaign!"
She apparently will be able to officially add modeling to her resume now!
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Post by max1 on Apr 30, 2012 17:36:42 GMT
Guys, I am concerned that Bob Sylvester (sylvester88) has been silent for about two weeks. Does anyone have any information about his welfare. I messaged him here, and on Jackiefans.net, but no response.
Nicola or John, don't you guys have his email address? If so, would you please send him a note expressing our concern?
Thanks in advance.
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John
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Post by John on Apr 30, 2012 18:19:30 GMT
Bob commented a few days ago on the CCNA facebook group that he was having computer problems and was unable to post any updates here. Hopefully that is the only reason for his silence.
As moderator, I don't have access to members' personal information like email addresses.
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Post by max1 on Apr 30, 2012 21:20:58 GMT
Bob commented a few days ago on the CCNA facebook group that he was having computer problems and was unable to post any updates here. Hopefully that is the only reason for his silence. As moderator, I don't have access to members' personal information like email addresses. Thanks John. That makes sense. I hope he gets it fixed soon. He is missing a very exciting time.
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Post by sylvester88 on May 8, 2012 21:21:03 GMT
Remember Chris Mann tweeted wants to do a duet w/ Jackie, yesterday she duetted w/ Jackie's fellow Pittsburgher @ The Voice. From Amazon JE Forum:
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Post by sylvester88 on May 10, 2012 1:25:12 GMT
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Post by mariel on May 10, 2012 13:46:02 GMT
Thank you for that post showing the current sales numbers that are used to formulate the report. Here is the new May 19, 2012 Billboard page url. It shows that DWM was the greatest gainer on the classical chart(!): www.billboard.com/charts/classical-albums#/charts/classical-albums(Note that it has also re-entered the Billboard 200 @ #178!)
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Post by sylvester88 on May 10, 2012 14:10:31 GMT
Total sales in christian outlet stores are not included, maybe around 700K or more sales to date!
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Post by sylvester88 on May 10, 2012 23:40:21 GMT
from Carolyn Lane @ FB open grp(MUSIC OF JACKIE EVANCHO):
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