Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!

Subject: Judy Collins and Animagerra- on stage!
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 05:59 AM

Last night I directed our local children's choir on stage as the back-up singers for Judy Collins (on tour in our little local city)! We formed the group for this purpose, and it's been a long, hard journey- definitely top of the list of "one too many things to do" at times. But after last night, it was worth it! When she grabbed my hand and pulled me up to the front of the stage for a final bow, it was a peak experience!

I may never wash that hand again...

Allison

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animagerra- on stage!
From: Jeanie
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 06:38 AM

How great to have such a lovely and well-deserved treat in the middle of all your hectic times at the moment with your mum in hospital.
All good wishes,
- jeanie

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animagerra- on stage!
From: KathWestra
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:08 AM

She's a class act--and so are you! Congratulations, Allison! Kathy

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: catspaw49
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:08 AM

Wonderful!!! With everything you have happening right now, this is a wonderful thing to have on the plus side!!!

Spaw

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: KathWestra
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:10 AM

Hey Spaw, thanks for fixing the typo! (assume it was you).

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:18 AM

She was damn lucky to have you!!!!!!!!!!!

~S~

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Bonnie Shaljean
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:44 AM

I agree with the sentiments above. What all is she doing at the moment, and do you know if there are any plans for a new record?

What songs were the choir backing? Well done!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Tinker
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:56 AM

How wonderful... like Bonnie above I find myself with loads of questions. Perhaps if you find a few moments to breathe, you can fill us in with a few details later on. Let us share even if it's only vicariously.

Take that wonderful energy with you through the day

tinker

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Vixen
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 08:18 AM

WOW! Your excellent talents deserve recognition!

Can't wait to tell Reynaud!

V

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: MaineDog
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 08:26 AM

Darn, I missed it!
Too many gigs, too little time.
Please tell us next time !
Jim

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: MMario
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 08:51 AM

a few detail would be nice when yo get the time. How exciting!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: KT
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 08:51 AM

How wonderful, Allison! BRAVO!!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: GUEST,bbc at work
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 11:14 AM

Oh, wow! What a neat thing. I bet they were great. Yes, details, please!

love,

barbara

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: open mike
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 11:36 AM

well, bless your heart!
i guess the date has been removed from this list already..
but it is so great to know that you have had the honor of
singing (and bowing) with Judy!
http://www.judycollins.com/concerts.cgi
too bad your mom was not able to be there in person,
but i bet it cheers her just to know !
I have been to a judy collins concert, and heard her
PBS special (NPR?) i think it was at wolf trap.
what a wonderful person, musician, etc. see bio here:
http://www.judycollins.com/biography.html
Jusy has endured more than we will ever know,
yet has the strenght to comfort others;
"Judy's new book, Sanity and Grace, A Journey of Suicide, Survival and Strength, is a deeply moving memoir, focusing on the death of her only son and the healing process following the tragedy. The book speaks to all who have endured the sorrow of losing a loved one before their time. In the depths of her suffering, Judy found relief by reaching out to others for help and support. Now, she extends her hand to comfort other survivors whose lives have been affected by similar tragedy." http://judycollins.com/sanity_and_grace/

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Jerry Rasmussen
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 01:49 PM

She may never wash HER hand!

At least, if she's smart..

Beoootiful!

Jerry

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: georgeward
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 02:01 PM

As we might say in the Adirondacks, "Jeezum crow! Ain't that fine!"

-George

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Big Mick
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 02:35 PM

I'm with you, George. I think this type of thing is long overdue. Allison is one of those stalwarts who just do what they do because they love the music. These are the people who make our music live, and Collins is smart enough and good enough to acknowledge this. Doesn't surprise any of us though.

Good on ya, dear friend. I am proud and happy for you.

Mick

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Catherine Jayne
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 02:56 PM

OH WOW!!!! Two of my heroines on the same stage singing together!!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Rapparee
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 03:02 PM

Good Lord! And you deserve it, too! What a classy gesture!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Micca
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 03:15 PM

Sorry the catsPHiddle (02.58 pm)post was actually ME!!!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: PoppaGator
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 04:07 PM

WOW!!! from me too...

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: kytrad (Jean Ritchie)
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 04:34 PM

Congratulations to you and to Judy! She was here, just across the street performing last month, and I didn't get to go, so I'm happy for you. Merry Christmas!   Jean

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Guy Wolff
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 05:27 PM

Allison, thats great ,
            Did she tell you that her little sister Holly went to The High Mowing Shcool just 20 miles( or so) away from Keene !.. Judy was very nice to lots ofyoung HMS musicians of that era .. I bet you all had a blast .. Thanks for teling us all !!! Love Guy

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: black walnut
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 06:02 PM

PERFECT!!!! How exciting! I heard J.C. at the Ottawa Folk Festival this past summer, and she made quite a splash up there, she and her grand piano at a folk festival!

Pocket those endorphins, my dear.

~b.w.

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Mary in Kentucky
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 06:50 PM

Congratulations Allison!

...May I tell a Judy Collins concert story? I heard her at an outdoor concert (picnic in the park type thing) just a few years ago. My friend J. and I sat on the front row, but some jerk behind us kept up a constant chatter. Being the "nice" person I am, I just sat in my seat and fumed. My friend, bless her soul, turned around and said, "We came to hear Judy sing and would appreciate some respect."

I'm envious of your experience!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: karen k
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:45 PM

Allison,
How wonderful. What a neat experience for you and the children. They'll have a great story to pass on to their children and grandchildren someday. Hope the concert was recorded.

Merry Christmas my friend.

love,
karen

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: SINSULL
Date: 17 Dec 04 - 07:50 PM

Allison, that's wonderful! Any pics to share?
Mary

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: AllisonA(Animaterra)
Date: 18 Dec 04 - 03:38 PM

Weird- this morning I made a long post and it never appeared! Oh, well, I'll try to reconstruct.

We sang:
Joy to the World
Silver Bells
Let it Snow
What Child is this
2 by Judy: Kingdom Come (a very hard song honoring the firefighters of 9/11)   
          Come rejoice
Hark the Herald
Amazing Grace

At 65, she's still amazing. Still has the voice I adored when I was 12. Gracious and funny, paying lots of attention to the kids while they were on stage with her.

It was so wonderful to work for 10 weeks with these 50 kids who were selected out of all the kids in the town where I teach. They grew musically, and what a joy to work with such pure, lovely voices. I know they'll never forget the experience.

Over the years my musical tastes and hers have diverged somewhat. But I have to say that it was a highlight of my life so far, to work so closely with this classy, gorgeous lady.


Allison

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Hollowfox
Date: 18 Dec 04 - 03:43 PM

FanTAStic!!

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: wysiwyg
Date: 18 Dec 04 - 04:01 PM

Our little town has big name performers come sometimes too, and grant money to tour like that is part of what keeps some of these folks performing fulltime. It's usual to incorporate local choirs, but it's NOT usual to find them able to do good work-- it's a wonderful and pleasant surprise for them the rare times they run into someone like Allison. I know she'll tell us the kids did the work, not herself, but I know Judy knew who to appreciate for making her night!

~S~

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Alonzo M. Zilch (inactive)
Date: 18 Dec 04 - 04:54 PM

I've seen Judy Collins many times over the years and she's always been very gracious about giving a lot of credit to her musical collaborators and fellow artists.

I'm glad you had such a gratifying experience with her.

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: Dave Swan
Date: 18 Dec 04 - 05:02 PM

What great news. I'm glad you that you got to do this.
D

Subject: RE: Judy Collins and Animaterra- on stage!
From: GUEST,Wesley S at Home
Date: 19 Dec 04 - 02:13 PM

Way beyond cool. To support someone whos music you've admired over the years - it doesn't get any better than that. Good for you.