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Featured Artists
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Annelise LeCheminant |
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David Levi Osmond |
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Ernest Enoch |
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George Dyer |
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Jenny Jordan Frogley |
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Joslyn Petty |
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Kaily Ann Nielsen |
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Millennium Choir |
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Nathan George Osmond |
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Annelise LeCheminant
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Annelise
LeCheminant has captivated audiences
with her soulful and venturesome sound
for 13 years. This
singer/songwriter/guitarist, is the type
of act that’s hard to ignore. She
skillfully applies her creativity and
artistry to her music, developing her
own unique style; organic blend of
funk/jazz/blues. Her list of both live
and studio experience is impressive.
The long anticipated release of her
first album is scheduled for January
2004. Along with writing and recording
original material, LeCheminant is an
accomplished studio vocalist. Critics
praised her vocals on Colette Call’s
award winning new release Power In His
Touch. She also sang backing vocals on
Brandy Rich’s song “We Rise” which was
produced by Backstreet Boys producer,
Andrew Lane.
LeCheminant has sung in various venues
throughout the country. Most notably,
she performed for an international crowd
at the 2002 Winter Olympic’s Downtown
Festival sponsored by United Concerts
and Salt Lake City. Often she shares the
stage with dueling guitarist Terence
Hansen when she plays Salt Lake City.
LeCheminant has also sung lead vocals
for several Nashville-based bands,
including Nova Tone and Coyote Blue.
Artists who have worked with LeCheminant
recognize her ability to connect with
her audience and describe her vocal and
writing abilities with the highest
praise. "People stop their conversations
to listen to her," says vocal coach and
songwriter Brett Manning. He adds, "She
captures the attention of her audience
with her intonation and style. Her
lyrics and melodies are creative and
artistic.” Daniel Cahoon of Marshall
Dyllon explains, “Annelise is a very
creative writer with a fresh, unique
sound. She sings from the heart and
touches the core of the listener.”
Saxophonist Dewayne Washington from the
gospel jazz band Faces exclaims, "Annelise
is INCREDIBLE! I know her music is going
to take off. She is truely blessed with
a talent not many people possess."
For booking & other information please
visit
www.annelise.us.
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David Levi Osmond
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The fourth son of Alan and Suzanne Osmond, David Levi Osmond entered the world on August 21, 1979. The lead singer of his brothers' group, the Second Generation Osmonds, he has a smooth musical style all his own. David has enjoyed being the front-man of the group in Branson, Missouri while performing at the Osmond Family Theater. On the musical production stage, David seamlessly stepped into the theatrical lead role of "Joseph" in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, of which he toured for two years with his family. He also earned public acclaim when he understudied for his Uncle Donny in the 1998 Salt Lake City run of a Joseph production.
He began serving a 2-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Madrid, Spain in November, 1998, and completed his mission in October, 2000. Prior to serving his mission, he attended Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo, Utah. He has been asked by the President of New York University to share his talents there, and David has been attending NYU for the Spring Semester, 2001. He was seen in "Guys and Dolls" in February, 2001 in the New York University production at the Frederick Loewe Theatre on campus. Dave can be found playing his guitar and enjoying his favorite sports, basketball and golf.
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Ernest Enoch
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George Dyer
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George
Dyer is a regular guest of opera
companies throughout North America,
including the New York City Opera,
Hawaii Opera, Opera Carolina, Opera Columbus,
Lyric Opera of Kansas City, Piedmont
Opera, Toledo Opera, Atlanta Opera,
Austin Lyric Opera, Edmonton Opera,
Harrisburg Symphony, Hartford Symphony,
and Utah Opera. He also appeared in a
care performance of Noel Coward’s
operetta After the Ball at the
Auditorium Theater in Chicago. Next
season includes a return to Hawaii Opera
as Romeo and to Utah Opera as Marco in
The Gondoliers.
George has also been
featured as a soloist with the Utah
Symphony, Utah Chamber Artists, the
Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Ballet West.
He has toured with composers Kurt Bestor
and Lex DeAzevedo, performing throughout
the United States, in Europe and in
Israel. He was a national finalist in
the San Francisco Opera's Merola Program
auditions, district finalist in the
Metropolitan Opera auditions, and a
winner in the Utah County Chapter of the
National Association of Teachers of
Singing vocal competition. Teachers
include Lawrence Gee in Salt Lake City
and Ruth Melville in Provo.
Mr. Dyer is a graduate
of Utah Opera's Young Artists Program
and continues to maintain his
association with that company by
participating in their
"Opera-in-the-Schools" program. He has
released three solo albums,all of which
have received numerous accolades and
awards including several Pearl Awards.
Mr. Dyer was named "Best Male Recording
Artist" of the year in 2004 by the FCMA
(Faith Centered Music Association.)"
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Jenny Jordan Frogley
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Jenny Jordan Frogley got her start touring with her family musical act at the age of three. It was about that time that she took up the piano. In eighth grade she joined the Utah Valley Youth Symphony playing the viola. She spent her high school years bouncing between choirs, plays, orchestra, and playing the piano. At the age of 17 she left home to pursue her career.
Jenny spent a few years singing and dancing in theaters and at Opryland USA. Then she moved into the studios and wrote jingles for TV and radio. As the staff writer for Mid Coast Communications, Jenny developed a love for studio recording. In the meantime, she opened for Ray Charles and The Smothers Brothers and toured with Nelson Riddle Orchestra, as well as with her own band, Exit West.
Currently, Jenny is the music producer, arranger, and director for Lagoon's live entertainment, going on her fifth season. She also spends time musically directing regional shows, as well as singing and producing in the studio. Jenny is a four time Addy award winner and received two consecutive Pearl awards for best studio vocalist.
(excerpt from Greg Hansen's Independent Music Showcase)
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Joslyn Rae Petty
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At the young age of 21, Joslyn Petty has already made a mark on the recording scene. She recently won the international "Road to Fame" vocal competition. For the past five years, Joslyn has been providing studio vocals for national and regional radio spots. Power Music Inc. has already featured Joslyn on five different compilation albums. She currently works as a songwriter, performance artist, studio vocalist, and vocal coach. Joslyn studied voice with Brett Manning, a Seth Riggs Associate.
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Kaily Ann Nielsen
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Kaily Nielsen, 14 years old, came to earth singing. As a toddler she sang in her crib and has been singing ever since. Kaily has been in various school choirs and sang with the Salt Lake Childrens Choir for two years. She has played the violin for nine years and performs with her family at various church and social gatherings, including the Salt Lake County fair. The highlight of Kailys singing career is her solo part in Through A Childs Eyes. Kaily is active in 4-H, an excellent student and artist, loves animals, and wants to be a fighter pilot and graduate from the Air Force Academy.
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Millennium Choir
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The Millennium Choir, directed by Lex de Azevedo, has achieved national and international acclaim. Millennium has recorded several albums including Gloria and Hosanna, which have been televised during the Semi-Annual General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Locally, the choir is featured each year in concert at Abravanel Hall and on numerous television and radio stations. Millennium has performed live throughout the United States and Israel.
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Nathan George Osmond
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Nathan George Osmond, the second born son of Alan and Suzanne Osmond, was welcomed into the family on February 14, 1977. This multi-talented gentleman has been labeled "Mr. Piano Man" mastering several types of keyboards, as well as the saxophone, the banjo, and the guitar. His multiple musical skills also include singing, song-writing, and producing. His latest projects include producing Best of the Freedom Fest Volume 1 and, most recently, Best of the Freedom Fest Volume 2. The Best of the Freedom Fest volumes include multiple patriotic tunes and were featured at the 1999 Freedom Festival in Provo, Utah. Nathan is a natural dancer and choreographed many of his brothers' musical numbers.
He served in a 2-year Spanish-speaking mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from February 1996 to February 1998 in the Santiago Chile North Mission. While on his mission in Chile, he utilized his musical talents to their fullest, as he conducted, produced, directed, and performed in a major musical Christmas event in both 1996 and 1997.
Nathan attends Utah Valley State College (UVSC) and is majoring in Public Relations and minoring in Music and Spanish. He loves to collect Disney memorabilia, likes playing sports, is creative with art, and enjoys performing for his many fans.
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