Joan Collaso's * A Tribute To Nancy Wilson & Shirley Horn
Thrills
a Sold Out House at DuSableMuseum of African American History in
Chicago!
Photos by James Walker
Queen Joan,
I'm
in awe. The show was a complete magical,
musical experience: At the same time, kudos to your production team.
The show
was programmed to evoke, memories of a style, which created a culture.
Great
job! I applaud you Joan and Larry, a pairing of pure talent, class, and
style.
Envy,
is the word, I'll use to describe, the
love and professionalism, you
displayed for each other, during the
performance. Not only a fantastic show, but a historical moment for
every
person in the sold out arena. Professor Larry shared his compassion for
the
history of the music; while unassuming, used the audience, as a
classroom. The
teacher taught, while entertaining us. Wow! Joan Collaso,
You were
beautiful, sexy, funny, and the gowns looked great! The Best! The
dancers were
tastefully included and added to the production. In addition to a
marvelous
show, the inclusion of your daughters in the show, demonstrated the
value of
family and business. I wanted to share with you the overwhelming sense
of pride
that I feel as an entertainer, watching you perform. Congratulate the
band and
all the members of the production staff, job well done. I am
impressed Thanks for a wonderful evening.
-Rudy
Jones / Gentlemen of Leisure Band (August 16, 2010)
The span of the
repertoire was very impressive. The
songs by Shirley Horn and Nancy Wilson were boldly reconceived and
beautifully
done by a very talented performer, U Ms. Collaso. Wonderful show with
an
exciting audience. U were great. U are a compliment to American
Classical Music
within the idiom. -Alvin
Carter Bey / WHPK (August16,2010)
First
and foremost your show was simply outstanding. Your beautiful voice
along with
the interpretative dancers in addition to the musicians made for a
pleasurable
evening. It was truly a collaborative effort for all those who were
involved in
making your show a great performance. Your show embraced the
visual, which
is rare for a vocal performance. You and your husband are an
excellent
planning team! It was innovative and exciting. As an educator,
I
especially appreciated your willingness to empower and inform your
audience,
young and old, on the historical background of these legendary
women of
song, Shirley Horn, Nancy Wilson and Lena Horne. These divas have
impacted the
African-American culture and made global contributions in making our
world a
better place. Lastly,
Joan, let me say,
Girl, when you sang "How Glad I
Am" Nancy Wilson" I was the one in the audience who said don't do it!
( smile ) You rocked that! Classy show, Joan! You Go Girl!
Yesterday was top
performance of the year. Adjectives
cannot adequately describe your show. It was the best. Congratulations
Joan, to
your players and your beautiful family.
-Randolph
Lewellen (August 16. 2010)
Joan you were superb last
nite at DuSable Museum. For
me and the party with me it was the best performance of the year.
Totally
awesome, you were stunning in your gowns and your combo performed
marvelously.
The dancers and the two young people you had with you warmed our
hearts. This
was my first time seeing you perform but it won't be the last. -John
Matthews (August
16, 2010)
You were simply fabulous Sunday. Oh my God! Glad to know you! - Pam Morris / WVON (August 17, 2010)
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