Jackie's NEW CD, likely 2 songs, I've put this news here since it will be released tomorrow and appears inauguration related, called "Together We Stand". Order one and support Jackie too. Anyone find a track list? Don
OK, someone else take over posting all the Jackie news pouring in. I gotta work too!
We are here in Washington, D.C., getting ready for Donald Trump’s Inauguration tomorrow and we were lucky enough to catch Jackie Evancho’s sound check for the huge celebration tomorrow! The sound check is absolutely gorgeous and Jackie sounds flawless. It’s going to be a fantastic performance tomorrow! Listen...
I don’t think I’ve ever heard a more perfect version of the National Anthem done. It’s simply magnificent!
Inauguration singer Jackie Evancho: 'It's not about the politics' Patrick Ryan , USA TODAY Published 12:12 p.m. ET Jan. 19, 2017
If you've been anywhere on social media in the past month, you've undoubtedly seen the name "Jackie Evancho."
The 16-year-old classical singer (and America's Got Talent alum) was hit by a tidal wave of attention when it was announced that she will perform the national anthem at Donald Trump's presidential inauguration Friday. While many were supportive of the soft-spoken teen — contributing to a minor sales spike during the holidays — others were critical of her decision to sing for the outspoken president-elect, especially considering that her sister, 18-year-old Juliet Evancho, is transgender.
If the backlash has gotten to Evancho, she certainly doesn't show it. "I am feeling nervous, but I'm very excited and I can't wait to just get it done and live in the moment," she says. Ever since she was invited to perform last month, "I've been practicing every other day, even standing outside and practicing because it's going to be freezing that day."
Evancho, who will release a still-untitled new album this spring, caught up with USA TODAY to discuss the inauguration and online hatred.
Get to know Jackie Evancho, Trump's Inauguration Day singer Q: You performed for Donald Trump once before (at his Mar-a-Lago resort in Palm Beach, Fla., in 2011). What do you remember about him?
Jackie Evancho on Trump inauguration gig: It's 'an honor to sing for my country' Published January 19, 2017 FoxNews.com
... "[There was] a lot of conversation between my family because there would be a lot of backlash. We knew that," Evancho said. "In the end... this is an honor for me to sing for my country, and that's all it is. There's no politics involved for me."
The 2010 "America's Got Talent" runner-up said all of the media attention over her performance has helped her career.
"It has helped... increase in sales and social media, which is great," she said. "I'm getting new fans. I may be losing some, but the ones that I'm gaining I'm really happy about it."
She also said that, to prepare for the performance, she says a prayer before going on stage.
"My family is very Christian [so] I do say a prayer before any singing that I do."
Track Listing: 1. The Star Spangled Banner 2. America The Beautiful 3. God Bless America
Notice this is still Sony Masterworks.
Per her Instagram:
"Because I love my country and ALL of America I've recorded 3 songs that have brought us together as Americans throughout our history. My hope is that they will continue to do so. Through the sale of this music I will be making a donation to charities in support of my sister Juliet." Link in bio
Per TMZ (not a very reliable source) Jackie is singing for Trump at a private function tonight, likely already passed. The picture appears to be one from the full dress rehearsal today.
(Though it is possible this photo is from the function tonight).