Emma Krightler
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P!nk’s BBC “Nothing Compares 2 U” Finds an Orchestral Frame
P!nk brings a beautifully intimate “Nothing Compares 2 U” to the BBC Piano Room. Her expressive voice and the orchestra’s…
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Underwood’s Lead and Gill’s Guitar Shape “How Great Thou Art”
Carrie Underwood and Vince Gill bring a stirring “How Great Thou Art” to ACM Girls’ Night Out. Her expansive lead…
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A Pink Gown Frames Gaga’s Royal Variety “Million Reasons”
Lady Gaga brings poise and expressive power to “Million Reasons” at the Royal Variety Performance. In an elegant pink gown,…
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Ndlovu Youth Choir Recasts “Bohemian Rhapsody” in isiZulu
Ndlovu Youth Choir gives “Bohemian Rhapsody” a vibrant isiZulu interpretation. Layered voices and a distinct choral identity reshape Queen’s familiar…
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LeAnn Rimes and a Chorus Share the Long Lines of “The Rose”
LeAnn Rimes joins the Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles for a heartfelt “The Rose.” Her expressive lead and the…
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Laura Lāce’s “Canon Rock” Links Melody with Guitar Technique
Laura Lāce gives “Canon Rock” a dazzling electric-guitar performance. Clear melodic lines and fast passages meet in a focused live…
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Robert Downey Jr. and Sting Share “Driven to Tears”
Robert Downey Jr. joins Sting for an energetic “Driven to Tears” at the singer’s 60th birthday concert. The actor’s assured…
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Jack’s “The Boxer” Keeps a Family Performance Close
Jack and his dad bring Simon and Garfunkel’s “The Boxer” into a warm acoustic setting. The young singer’s expressive phrasing…
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Leonessa’s “Te Iwi E” Connects Choral Singing with Movement
Takapuna Grammar School’s Leonessa choir brings voices and gestures together in “Te Iwi E.” Sung in te reo Māori, the…
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Kristen Bell’s Disney Medley Moves Between Song and Comedy
Kristen Bell and Jimmy Fallon travel through beloved Disney melodies with warmth and playful comedy. Bell’s versatile singing brings familiar…
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A Familiar Hymn Becomes a Power Ballad in Dan Vasc’s “Amazing Grace”
“Amazing Grace” gains a bold new dimension in Dan Vasc’s expressive cover. The metal singer brings depth and dramatic energy…
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Charlie Womble and Jackie McGee Share a Carolina Shag Dance
Charlie Womble and Jackie McGee bring wonderfully relaxed footwork and close coordination to a Carolina shag performance. Their flowing partnership…
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Andrea Bocelli Sings “Can’t Help Falling in Love” at Lake Las Vegas
Andrea Bocelli brings a beautifully warm tenor voice to “Can’t Help Falling in Love” at Lake Las Vegas. The familiar…
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A “Do-Re-Mi” Reunion at Julie Andrews’s AFI Tribute
The Sound of Music cast bring a joyful “Do-Re-Mi” reunion to Julie Andrews’s AFI tribute. Gathering around their former screen…
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Hands and Feet Carry Josh Stafford’s Organ “Bohemian Rhapsody”
Josh Stafford puts hands and feet to work in a remarkable organ performance of “Bohemian Rhapsody.” Across the Boardwalk Hall…
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Joe Bonamassa Takes “Taxman” into the Cavern Club
Joe Bonamassa brings a bold blues-guitar approach to the Beatles’ “Taxman” at the Cavern Club. The familiar riff becomes the…
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Bruno Mars Brings the Police’s Songs to Sting’s Kennedy Center Tribute
Bruno Mars celebrates Sting with an energetic pairing of “So Lonely” and “Message in a Bottle.” His lively delivery and…
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Miley Cyrus Gives “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” a Close Vocal Setting
Miley Cyrus brings a soulful, country-colored voice to “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.” Her relaxed Live Lounge…
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AURORA Brings the Beatles’ “Across the Universe” into Like a Version
AURORA gives “Across the Universe” a beautifully atmospheric interpretation for triple j’s Like a Version. Her distinctive voice and gentle…
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Kelly Clarkson and P!nk Meet in “Just Give Me a Reason”
Kelly Clarkson and P!nk share a beautifully expressive “Just Give Me a Reason.” Clarkson’s lead performance opens into a warm…
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