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Title: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on August 12, 2012, 07:30:45 PM
November 24, 2012 -- Sarasota, FL

Venue: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Tickets: On Sale 9/8/12, 10AM
Venue website: Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (http://"http://www.vanwezel.org/")
Venue Capacity:  1,736
Address: 777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236
Phone: (941) 955-7676, B.O. (941) 953-3368, Toll Free (800) 826-9303
Seating Chart: Seating Chart: Link  (http://"https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0AhNU5ooDk9j0dDNMb1hnWXVaOHMxSWJhaUZUUXlWRXc&hl=en&pli=1#gid=0") (Note: Excel spreadsheet/also opens in google.doc)
 Or tickets.com Chart (http://"http://a248.e.akamai.net/f/248/8705/1d/images.tickets.com/images/privatelabel/vanw_235334_smap.gif")
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 03:58:18 PM
Bumping this for tonight. Starts at 8. I only know of Betty going and if anyone remembers Joyce from here.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 24, 2012, 06:16:48 PM
FROM WANDACLEO AT CV

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My Internet wouldn't work last night but loved the concert and can't wait for tonight' s.
We're dressing and getting ready to head toward the theater. Saw clay's bus when we scoped out the parking earlier. It was parked right alongside the water with a couple of chairs sitting in front of it.
Hope he's feeling better.
So nice to see old and new friends.  
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 07:26:25 PM
One of the McV's chicks Jess got a kiss from him during soundcheck today. UGH ::) But I'm jealous anyway. LOL :D

Just watched Oh Holy Night and one of the melodies. So pretty.

Forgive me if I don't post for a while. My connection is going in and out.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 07:53:52 PM
I'm right here waiting. :D. Make a good song title
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 07:56:50 PM
Hey Marlene.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:03:46 PM
I can't get into CV so don't know if it started yet.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:11:51 PM
I would assume All is Well started.

Oh BTW the encore song is called All Year Long by Michael W Smith.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:19:47 PM
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Looks to be about 2/3 full........lots of first timers.......LOTS OF MEN.......
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:20:45 PM
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Lights going down.....

All Is Well...

His voice is perfection........gah.....

Huge ovation....

Christmas Waltz...
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: WilsonClaymate on November 24, 2012, 08:21:18 PM
Hi Tiffany and Marlene - my computer is acting very slow tonight.

Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:21:55 PM
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Saying hello to audience, reminding audience of previous tours at venue, now asking how many tours people have been to.

"everyone say hi to Joe"

Hey Barb
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:23:20 PM
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talked about songs he grew up with in church.  Next song, Oh Holy Night, he associates with Martina McBride's version.  Now Oh Holy Night!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:24:17 PM
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"If you missed the earlier Christmas tours, just go online"
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:27:30 PM
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Away in the Manger.  His voice is so delicate on this.

Oh, Little Town of Bethlehem. (seems like a different arrangement than past years?)

Silent Night
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on November 24, 2012, 08:31:45 PM
Hi Folks  . . .

So far, so good!!!  ;)

Does anyone know if Ben or Sean are there on the keyboards and drums???  He usually has "some of his own" at these orchestra concerts who go on ahead each day and work with the "new" orchestra. 

So glad his voice is clear and strong~~    Is Betty supposed to be at this concert??
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:33:34 PM
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Hark the Herald Angels Sing and O Come All Ye Faithful!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:34:52 PM
Hey Barb, Yes! Ben is with him but he has a differant drummer. Not Sean.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:35:44 PM
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Recorded story now about mother who lost her son.  (one of the stories from the "Remember When" book written for National Inclusion Project.)
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: glory on November 24, 2012, 08:36:40 PM


                               I AM LISTENING TO THE CV CELLSTREAM IT IS SO CLEAR YOU WOULD THINK YOU WERE THERE. BEAUTIFUL. :-* :-* LOVE TO ALL

                                 THE STORY IS ON NOW,SAD
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: WilsonClaymate on November 24, 2012, 08:37:21 PM
Hi Barb & Glory
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:38:49 PM
Hey Glory, Glad it is better tonight. Just listening to my Cd's.

Oh Barb-I think Betty is there. Hope so anyway.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on November 24, 2012, 08:41:04 PM
Hi Barbara and Glory!   :)   Is Marlene here yet??

GLORY -  It must be wonderful to hear the cellstream!  I never have done that!   

I am being treated for an ear infection  . . . . and my hearing is quite diminished!  I told the doctor I had to have my full hearing back before concert time!  ;)
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:41:44 PM
Awww Barb- Hope you feel better.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 08:42:30 PM
I think Betty is there with her friend May.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on November 24, 2012, 08:43:36 PM
TIFFANY -  We do appreciate all of the information from you!   8)

And thanks for wishing me well.  I struggled to hear all of my relatives on Thanksgiving!  ::)  No pain, however!  All is Well!!  ;)

MARLENE -  Hi !!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 08:43:42 PM
I 'm here Barb..Hi!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:45:05 PM
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caperkeeper just texted to me:

"Pants!!"

LOL
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 08:46:46 PM
Barb sometimes NOT hearing your relatives is a good thing. ;D
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:47:19 PM
Welcome Barb and glad you survived. ;)

Not sure where Marilyn is. She would tell me if she isn't coming.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:48:19 PM
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Mary Do You Know
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: WilsonClaymate on November 24, 2012, 08:48:31 PM
I'm afraid we are in for a bad winter.  According to the Wilson paper there are about 60 flu cases already in Wilson Co. and the number is climbing every day.  This is much earlier that usual so I hope that doesn't mean that it is going to last longer.

Barb, I hope you will feel much better real soon.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:50:12 PM
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Clay went into the history of him singing the Emmanuel song

Emmanuel!

Want to point out this is a differant story about Jacob then we heard from the past.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on November 24, 2012, 08:51:05 PM
Barb sometimes NOT hearing your relatives is a good thing. ;D

Good one, MIMI!  ;D    I  had 20 relatives at my "small" house!  It was fun . . . . . (I think)!

BARBARA - I feel pretty good and I am on an antibiotic ear drop!  Yipers . . .  hope everybody got their flu shot!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:51:29 PM
Oh Barb-That sounds awful.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:54:13 PM
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Welcome to Our World
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:56:56 PM
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Most Wonderful Time/Sleigh Ride/Jingle Bells/Winter Wonderland
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 08:58:32 PM
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  very jazzy seque into Jingle Bells  (audience laughing about something) - loving his lower register here / Most Wonderful Time of the Year Winter Wonderland
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: glory on November 24, 2012, 08:59:25 PM
               
                                 NICE TO BE HERE AND LISTEN TO CLAY AT THE SAME TIME, HE IS SO GOOD. ;D ;D

                                  I WISH I COULD GO TO A CONCERT NEVER BEEN TO A CHRISTMAS CONCERT.

                                   BARB TAKE CARE OFD THAT EAR INFECTION, I HAD A DOUBLE ONE LAST YEAR
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 08:59:31 PM
Tiffany Marilyn may be listening to the live stream like Glory at the CV .It must be exceptional tonight . Two have reported getting pregnant from hearing him sing. I 'm glad I'm just getting the cellcert ;D :)
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: glory on November 24, 2012, 09:03:09 PM


                              I DONT WANT ANY MORE KIDS NOT EVEN WITH CLAY ;D :o
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:04:14 PM
LOL Marlene- Me too. ;) I remember friends called me to listen in the past and the conforence calls. so nice.

Glory-I wish you could. Hopefully this won't be the last tour since he wants to do them again every year. Only going once so that will be my 6th show.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:04:59 PM
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Story from Remember When, about son returning from Afghanistan, sequeing into Merry Christmas With Love

LOL Glory
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on November 24, 2012, 09:07:47 PM
GLORY -  Is Clay having a concert anywhere near you???   I feel so lucky.  I will see him in Detroit, MI, and in Milwaukee, WI.!

I planned on the Detroit, Michigan concert (and to see some of my Claymaniac friends from MI and Ohio) when it sounded like my only option.  Then, they announced he would be in Milwaukee two days later . . . Dec. 16th.  I am only 2 and 1/2 hours from Milwaukee . . . and my daughter and grand-daughter will come with me!  I couldn't refuse!  Too bad gas is so expensive!   Oh well, I will just count my blessings!  AND I am so thankful I still have a job. . . . . otherwise . . . NEVAH!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:08:25 PM
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What Are You Doing New Years Eve?
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: glory on November 24, 2012, 09:12:41 PM


                     

                                 DETROIT IS THE CLOSEST BUT MY SON IS LIVING HERE NOW FOR A WHILE I CANNOT GO.ONE IN IL IF THERE WAS ONE IN LOUISVILLE I WOULD TRY.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 09:15:09 PM
Clay is doing the stories different tonight, he is using them as lead ins to some of his songs. Seems to be flowing nicely, and gives him a little breather in between songs.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:17:25 PM
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Challenging a fan to sing a song chosen from a bucket of songs and get lyrics right!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Gwenn on November 24, 2012, 09:18:00 PM
JUST STOPPING IN FOR A SEC.  WOULD LOVE TO HEAR WHAT HE SAID ABOUT JACOB AND EMMANUEL.

MAYBE SOMEONE CAN TELL.

GOTTA RUN.

GWENN
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:22:11 PM
Hey Gwenn- The clack is up on it at CU. Said he had a family emergency and had to leave in the middle of the show. Didn't realize the song he sang was coming up and that's where he decided last min to take over.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on November 24, 2012, 09:23:30 PM
GWENN -  HI!  :D

I, too, am interested in the Emmanuel/Jacob story.  It certainly was kind of shocking at the time!  :o

TIFFANY - Thanks for the Clack Unlimited info on this topic.

It seemed (at the time) that it was more of a stand-off . . . because Jacob had scheduled something else for himself on one of their day's off and Clay told him that if he went . . . . he would no longer be one of Clay's singers!   

Wonder if Clay decided to "soften" the reason a bit!  :-X
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:23:50 PM
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Now talking to a fan on the phone!

"the part you did not hear was the best thing I've done"

telling the 3 people on other end of the phone they owe $225. 

LOL I love him talking to fans on the phone.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: glory on November 24, 2012, 09:26:15 PM



                            HE DID NOT SAY JACOBS NAME BUT WE KNEW, HE SAID HE HAD A EMERGENCY AND LEFT WITH NOBODY TO SING IMMANUEL, SO HE DID THATS PRETTY MUCH IT.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:27:42 PM
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The !st Noel
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:29:29 PM
Yeah Glory-I thought at 1st he meant Angela cause one show in 2007 she had to miss a concert. Since we heard differant stories why Jacob was fired in the past that one was news to me. And he said it was in 2005.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:36:09 PM
Ahhhh Can't get in the Clayboard. Going to reboot and I'll come back.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:37:45 PM
ok

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Story about old fashioned country Christmas.  I think this is Faye's story.

Perfect seque into I'll Be Home For Christmas.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:38:56 PM
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Chestnuts Roasting (The Christmas Song)/Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 09:39:52 PM
It was reported that Clay has changed clothes 4 times tonight He is now wearing a sweater vest with the cuffs of his shirt rolled up
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:40:38 PM
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New from AAIT at Clayversity.......
   
caperkeeper texted to me:

"Number 4 outfit!!! Sweater."

I wrote back to confirm that's what she meant and she added:

"Yep sweater vest over shirt w rolled up cuffs"

Our man is stylin'!!!!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:41:51 PM
You beated me Marlene. LOL Think he is more comfortable wearing that then a suit.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:42:53 PM
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My Grown Up Christmas List
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:48:54 PM
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Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas!

My Grown Up Christmas List

Talking about David F writing MGUCL.  Many people recorded it.  Talked about Quiana singing it in 2004 and 2005 and he recorded it.  They had half the charts for Quiana's version and half for Clay's version.  They both sing in same key so Ben compiled the two versions and made it work!

Introducing Joe on drums.  Clay joked Joe's not getting a paycheck because Clay can't write his name!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:49:55 PM
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Thanking the orchestra.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:52:04 PM
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This song starts Christmas for Clay, more than decorating the house.

Don't Save It All For Christmas Day
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:55:53 PM
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Totally nailed that note!  Then some high changeups at the end!

How can he not breath that long? Amazes me.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:57:22 PM
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"Merry Christmas, Sarasota!"

Clay back for encore. All Year Long
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: glory on November 24, 2012, 09:57:42 PM


                                            HE WAS AMAZING I LOVE HIS VOICE EVEN AFTER ALL THESE YEARS I LOVE HIM TO AFTER ALL THESE YEARS.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:58:58 PM
Me too Glory. :-*
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 09:59:00 PM
Me too Glory.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 09:59:44 PM
He did change 4 times.

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PBS Suit
Black Tuxedo pants with Green Broadway home Jacket
Tuxedo Jacket with PBS Pants
Sweater vest over purple shirt with rolled up cuffs over the PBS pants.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: WilsonClaymate on November 24, 2012, 10:01:08 PM
Me too.  Tiffany, thank you so much for doing this for us tonight.

See everyone next time.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: wisconsinmaniac on November 24, 2012, 10:03:03 PM


                                            HE WAS AMAZING I LOVE HIS VOICE EVEN AFTER ALL THESE YEARS I LOVE HIM TO AFTER ALL THESE YEARS.

GLORY -   Me, too!  Sometimes I get peeved with him . . . . . but he is a good man with a beautiful voice and  I am proud to be one of his fans!   8)

TIFFANY -  Great job!  Thanks!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:03:38 PM
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from AnAmeraikeninTX at CV

caperkeeper texted:

He's sitting on the stage for the encore.

Then,

Into the crowd

   
from caperkeeper on stream...

He kept running his hands thru his hair......       GAH!!!!!!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:04:51 PM
Set List

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All is Well
Christmas Waltz
Banter
O Holy Night
Away in a Manger/Little Town of Bethlehem/Silent Night
Hark The Herald Angels Sing/O Come All Ye Faithful
Story
Mary Did You Know
Banter
O Come, O Come Emmanuel
Welcome To Our World
Most Wonderful Time/Sleigh Ride/Jingle Bells/Winter Wonderland
Story
Merry Christmas With Love
What Are You Doing New Year's Eve
Banter (brought Jessica up on stage to pick a song/took a cell phone)
The First Noel
Story
I'll be Home for Christmas/The Christmas Song/Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas medley
My Grown Up Christmas List
Banter/Band Introduction
Don't Save it All for Christmas Day

ENCORE:
All Year Long
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:05:14 PM
Night Barb
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:06:00 PM
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For one of the outfits, he had changed his socks......No Stripes......   

Hair kept falling over his forehead....

Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: mimi on November 24, 2012, 10:09:10 PM
Tiffany Thanks it was fun and you did a great job. See you again for the next one.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:11:04 PM
Welcome Marlene. My pleasure. Hope to see you guys tomorrow for Clearwater.

I'll be in and out for a bit if I see anything else.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: glory on November 24, 2012, 10:14:29 PM



                                   NITE EVERYONE GOOD TO CHAT WITH YOU ALL A BIT :-*
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:15:05 PM
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Usher came up to bug someone in front row in the middle for videoing. He was snarking that there was someone behind the girl and she was filming the whole thing. No one got in trouble for taking video.

Bowls of Songs: Mother didn't like Joy to the World because she got bad news about her son and carolers came at that moment and sang Joy To the World so she doesn't like the song. And then Clay started saying he won't ever sing that song again.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:15:36 PM
Night Glory
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 24, 2012, 10:56:42 PM
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 I talked to caperkeeper and got answers to the questions I missed as we were hanging up from the stream:

There was a good mix of people attending - men, couples, some elderly, lots of first timers.

She couldn't tell reactions after show since we were talking on the stream.

The center and back were full, the sides were full half way back. Said definitely more than for T&T tour and more than for Rock of Ages.

M&G Report from one attendee, he said they were lucky to get him tonight as last night he didn't feel well. They got to hear rehearsal of The First Noel and also about 15 minutes of Soundcheck. They talked, signed memorabilia, took pictures. This attendee was very happy with the M&G.

When they were talking about how old "My Grown Up Christmas List" song is, the drummer is a big David Foster fan so he could say when the song was written. Clay referred to him as a "Fosterite". (The question posted asked about "Fosterette". The only reference to Parker was that "My Grown Up Christmas List" was written by "my son's uncle".

There should be Clack. Maybe not as much as last night, but definitely some. At first they announced no cameras, video, pictures, etc. Then Clay did something fooling around about someone's camera and as the evening wore on, more cameras came out and the ushers weren't doing much about it.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 01:17:27 AM
SOME TWEETS FROM TONIGHT:

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???Carol??? ?@FrozenSicleGirl
At @clayaiken concert sooooo excited!! pic.twitter.com/W0EhsYtr

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THIS IS CLAY'S DRUMMER FOR THIS TOUR:

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Joe Choroszewski ?@DrummingJoeNYC
Performance #2. Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall, Sarasota, Florida. Here we go!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 01:38:54 AM
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ashley bahrenburg. ?@aashleyyy_

@clayaiken omg you were right near me row 9 seat 17


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ashley bahrenburg. ?@aashleyyy_

@clayaiken you walked out and just went in the bus/:


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ashley bahrenburg. ?@aashleyyy_

@clayaiken I'm obsessed with you. You're my favorite<3




Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 01:41:46 AM
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?@Mmercado1982

@clayaiken my boyfriend & I sat 3rd row center & you were amazing tonight! wish I could have sung a song w/you! Thanks for the great show!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 01:44:45 AM
DEEMER AT CV:

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Clay said I must have enough pictures for a coffee table book of him now!

I sure got a lot of good ones tonight! I'll try to work a while on some before I go to sleep.


Scarlett says she is going to stay up late tonight!!

we are all squeeking and OMGing!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:04:28 AM
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M A ?@hac38
My daughter on stage with @clayaiken trying to make a Joyful Noise on the Tour! pic.twitter.com/et7gWlZP



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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:07:11 AM
FROM CLAYIZZAQT AT CV:
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The husband from a NJU couple who were seated behind me tonight, stood at the show's end and said to his wife," That was a great show! It really put me in in the Christmas spirit!"  
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:16:06 AM
ASHLEYSGRAM AT CV

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My friend who went with me saw her first Clay concert, and she was blown away by the whole show including the stories. It's all she talked about on our hour drive back home, and she's wants to go to his next concert.  
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:19:01 AM
MERRIEEE AT CV:

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There were some folks behind me tonight who were obviously season ticket holders for the Theater. One of them said that he didn't like the person who was there last night and they could not sing and he hoped this guy was better When Clay came out and did his boom box thing the same guy said "I didn't know he was a comedian!"
After the first banter he said " wow what a great personality he has" and at the end said that he really enjoyed the show.

One of the ushers got a kick out of us as we were trying to convince her we were not the crazy ones! She had watched the show and said what a good singer he was and it was a very entertaining show.

There were six of us that went to dinner after the show and we all felt it was really good, loved the added Schtick and enjoyed it immensely. It didn't appear flat to any of us, which goes to show how perceptions vary
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:19:48 AM
TWEETS

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Joyce ?@Joycee188
@heater_28 @clayaiken It was awesome. Dude can sing his butt off as you know. lOl. Are you going to any??



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Clay Aiken ?@clayaiken
Good luck in your race RT @kiyokoK: Just got back to Melbourne from @clayaiken Sarasota show..& will be in full marathon 2mrw. Thanks Clay

Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:48:38 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:51:07 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:53:02 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:53:43 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:55:55 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:56:32 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:57:06 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 02:57:37 AM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 03:03:37 AM
NANCY 9213 AT CV

The concert was absolutely fantastic. His voice was so rich, full and like soft melted caramel. This was the first time one of my friends heard and saw him sing. She thought the whole show was great and she couldn't get over his voice. She also commented on his inter action with the audience. She loved that part and the banter back and forth. ON the ride home (over an hour) she asked questions about him and of course I gave her and the others in the car a crash course on Clay. They wanted to hear his Christmas CD, but I didn't have it in the car, so I played them "Bring Back My Love" and they wanted to listen to it 5 times and absolutely loved it. Then I played Most of Steadfast and Something About Us. They thought "Bring Back My Love" and "Something About Us" were great wedding songs. My first time clay fan was so taken by "Bring Back My Love" that she said she was going to go home and be 'nice' to her husband (they are both in their 80's) cause his voice put her in the mood!!!! My great niece, Danyel 8 yr. old was there for the 2nd Clay concert and 'girls night out'. He changed clothes 4 times!!! And he looked very GQ in every outfit. I loved the entire concert and can't wait till tomorrow, oops! tonight to see him in Clearwater. I think it's time for bed, but I so want to download the concert clack, but if I do I won't go to bed until 6 AM
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Gwenn on November 25, 2012, 09:00:22 AM
MY GOD.  HE LOOKS AMAZING.  CANOT WAIT FOR AC.

GWENN
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 11:39:51 AM
MY GOD.  HE LOOKS AMAZING.  CANOT WAIT FOR AC.

GWENN


YES, YES HE DOES. YOU SHOULD SEE THAT IN MOTION. I WILL POST SCARLETTS VIDS ON YOU TUBE.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 11:42:25 AM
THESE COME TO YOU COURTESY OF SCARLETT AND HOPE

"Audience Misbehavin" Banter, Pre-"The First Noel," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dK8sUoW_gxU...eature=youtu.be (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dK8sUoW_gxU&feature=youtu.be")

Edited to add:

"The First Noel," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTiiAkY4wS4...eature=youtu.be (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTiiAkY4wS4&feature=youtu.be")

Edited to add:

"Jazzy Medley," Sarasota by Scarlett. "Sleigh Ride;" "Jingle Bells;" "Most Wonderful Time Of The Year;" "Winter Wonderland."

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1y7UEAJ1Zw...eature=youtu.be (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P1y7UEAJ1Zw&feature=youtu.be")

Edited to add:

"Welcome To Our World," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sPmkX1HBiw...eature=youtu.be (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sPmkX1HBiw&feature=youtu.be")

Edited to add:

"Oh Come Oh Come Emmanuel," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5-m5BDpGlA (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5-m5BDpGlA")

Edited to add:

Banter, Pre-"Oh Come Oh Come Emmanuel," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXexPZJ0zNI (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YXexPZJ0zNI")
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 11:43:19 AM
"Merry Christmas With Love," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOrOMOI5QVw...eature=youtu.be (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOrOMOI5QVw&feature=youtu.be")

Link can travel.
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 11:44:14 AM
Here is Scarlett's Sentimental Medley from tonight;

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV7scOO4OnI...eature=youtu.be (http://"http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV7scOO4OnI&feature=youtu.be")
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 11:45:27 AM
"All Year Long," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-CBtzixZRg...eature=youtu.be
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 11:45:56 AM
It's fine with Scarlett to have the link posted here and elsewhere.

"What Are You Doing New Year's Eve," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_T27Oen07Q...eature=youtu.be
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 11:58:36 AM
"Don't Save It All For Christmas Day," Sarasota by Scarlett.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RSII6OnCec4

Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 12:13:53 PM
LUCIA FROM CV- THE LADY WHO FLEW FROM BRAZIL.

Hi, CV.
I am not good with recaps, but I´ll try.
I got to go to the M&G, as you know, Clay said he wanted to meet me.  . We got in at the very last row at the theater and there he was, rehearsing with the orchestra. I am in fog, but I think he was singign the Christmas Waltz. When he was done, we came all the way to us, complaining about the steps lol. He was wearing a purple sweatshirt, orange sweatpants three sizes bigger, and tenis shoes. Hair was awesome, the best I´ve seen.
Kiyoko, the girl from Japan was there and he was very happy that she came to see him again. Then he asked everybody wherethey were from and he told me that he had already meet me (I had a M&G in Jacksonville, during the Timeless tour) so he remembered me  He asked us for things to sign, I had my All is Well cover and he signed Merry Christmas with Love for me:
Then we all got together for the group picture (Mariah, the tour manager took it with her iPhone). He did an individual picture with the other girl that also came from Japan. I still don´t have the picture, I´ll post it when I have it.

Concert was awesome, he changed clothes 4 times. I don´t like the stories too, but his voice and his hair was the best I´ve ever seen.

KYOKO, THE LADY FROM JAPAN, DID TAKE THE TICKETS CLAY OFFERED AND WENT TO THIS SHOW. THE NEXT DAY SHE RAN IN A MARATHON
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 12:47:41 PM
FROM DAZMA AT CV

Lucia it was so nice to meet you & Kiyoko! And it was so nice that she made it to another show--and M&G--thanks to Clay's kind offer.

I do want to let everybody know that much of this was due to other fans' kindness & generosity. I originally had seats right next to Kiyoko at Kravis, we had connected at OFC. My husband Bill won a M&G for Kravis, and Kiyoko & I didn't, but then I was fortunate to have the opportunity to split the VIP ebay auction M&G with DisplacedNCgirl! Bill had PM'd Vanessa at OFC to ask if he could gift his win to Kiyoko, but she never responded to that. Kiyoko had a gift for Clay and had asked early on how to get it to him, so we said we could give it to him. I also had an unopened copy of MCWL that I was going to ask Clay to sign for her. And since both Susan and I had upgraded the tickets we bought to front row, but then got front row from the "National Inclusion Project" M&G, Bill & Kiyoko BOTH got to sit in the front row too at Kravis!

The most generous, kind, selfless gesture came from MBlovesClay who, when she heard Kiyoko had come from Japan, asked the tour manager Mariah on the spot if she coud take her place for the OFC M&G!!! Mariah said absolutely (which surprised me, but was WONDERFUL!), so Kiyoko was able to gift Clay her gift, and ask him to sign the MCWL, herself! And have the most awesome though unexpected night--and then a 2nd!

CLAY AND HIS FANS ARE THE BEST IN THE WORLD!!!
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 25, 2012, 12:56:16 PM
A www that is very sweet. Thanks for the recaps and pics and clack Marilyn. Love reading about how the NJU loved him. Those pics. Gah
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on November 25, 2012, 01:45:52 PM
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Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Tiffany on November 25, 2012, 02:42:46 PM
Here's a link to more clack. For some reason MBlovesClay has West Palm Beach in the wrong one.

http://www.clackunlimited.com/clack/Concert_Clack/2012_JNT/Sarasota/

Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: LOVE CLAY on November 25, 2012, 03:08:42 PM
MARIYLN, Thank you so much for bringing this you tube over. I have trouble with clack unlimited.

THANK YOU!

CLAY REALLY LOVES TOURING FOR HIS FANS. WELCOME BACK CLAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Rosemary
Title: Re: 11/24/2012 SARASOTA, FL-VAN WEZEL PERFORMING ARTS HALL
Post by: Marilyn on December 03, 2012, 06:53:47 PM
***CONCERT REVIEW FROM THE MEDIA****

Clay Aiken in West Palm Beach – Through Tears and Joy
Monday, 03 December 2012 12:35

Written by Jason Parsley

American Idol Season 2 runner up Clay Aiken brought joy and tears to the Kravis Center of the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach recently with his Joyful Noise Tour. He returned to the holiday circuit after a five-year break.

A lot of former idols lose their appeal fairly quickly, but it was evident that Aiken still had his, with fans showing up all the way from Tokyo and Brazil.

The concert was filled with a mix of traditional religious Christmas songs like O Holy Night, Silent Night, Away in a Manger, Mary Did You Know and secular ones like My Grown up Christmas List, Don’t Save it All for Christmas Day and Jingle Bells.

While Aiken’s voice soared on every note it was his down home charm that made the concert memorable. He told stories, interacted with fans and was not only charming, but surprisingly funny.

After watching him on stage it’s easy to see why he’s garnered a loyal, almost fanatical following, over the years. When he asked how many of his fans had been to all of his holiday tours a surprising number of them screamed out.

While most of the concert was filled with laughter and smiles there was one part that was especially sad. Throughout the performance there were prerecorded fans speaking about holiday memories, including a woman who had lost her son close to Christmas, and she used the holiday spirit to help her grieve and move forward again.

The only criticism of the night would be at times the live orchestra seemed to overpower his voice. But that could have also been due to the fact that Aiken admitted he was battling the flu so perhaps his vocals weren’t at full power.

Visit www.ClayAiken.com for a listing of his next tour stops which run through Dec. 21.


SOUTH FLORIDA NEWS.COM (http://www.southfloridagaynews.com/arts-and-entertainment/music/8155-clay-aiken-in-west-palm-beach--through-tears-and-joy.html)