THE BEATLES

When I was little I listened to all the great oldies from the 50's because that was my mom's music era. Then I would listen to my aunt Sally's big band music from the 40's then my aunt Annie's rhythm and blues from the 50's. Then as I took up the violin, I of coarse studied the classics. Even when I first studied voice, I only learned pop standards from the 40's and 50's. Then one day when I was about 12 or 13, my voice teacher had me listen to the Beatles to study their harmony techniques, and WOW, from then on I was hooked!!!!! I bought every album they ever did and I would hear them over and over again.

Then in Dec. 1980 when I was just 14, John Lennon was murdered, and I was devastated. I knew that the hope of my ever seeing the Beatles live in concert was over. I've never been a big fan of any one group because I love so many different types of music, but if I had to pick a group whose music I love the most, and that touches me so deeply, it would have to be the Fab Four.
I think since I stumbled on to them in my teen years when I was going through so much, could be why I love them so.

My all time favorite song would be IN MY LIFE. I will always think of my high school sweetheart when I hear that one. The other song that has such a profound effect on me is the beautiful HEY JUDE. Anyone who has ever been fearful of being in love will relate to that tune. As with any kind of art form, it's all a matter of personal taste. I mean so many people love The Rolling Stones, and I CAN'T STAND THEM!!! But I respect them as a great group, and what they have contributed to Rock'n Roll. But to me, The Beatles not only made history, their music seemed to hit every mood. Whether you're happy, sad, in love, afraid, stoned out of your mind, or just plain empty inside, there is a Beatle song for that mood!

I want to thank the wonderful guys Of BeatleMania Live for putting on such a great show and giving Beatle fanatics like me such joy. And many many thanks to Peter George (John Lennon)for not only performing so great, but for being such a good friend to me!