Post by HWI on Aug 21, 2005 17:50:15 GMT
Hi folks,
I am sure some of you will remember our mentions of Holly in the past. And of the wonderful time when Holly sang with Hayley in the foyer of St Davids Hall, Cardiff (in fact, some of us were present) and the subsequent invitation from Hayley for Holly to join her in concert at the North Wales Theatre, Llandudno a few nights later.
What hasn't been mentioned is that Holly has recorded a music video for ClassicFM TV and was the sole UK representative at the World Championships of the Performing Arts in Hollywood earlier this month. Here is an update on what has happened as a result:
2005 has been an eventful year for Holly, and the year is by no means at an end. Work on her video of "I Vow to Thee my Country" for Classic FM TV is nearing completion, and not long after Holly recorded the video on location in London she went with her parents
to Hollywood as the sole UK representative at the World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA). This covers a wide span of genres and is well subscribed by over 40 countries including for example Russia and South Africa. Before she went she received the endorsement of Prince Charles and Lady Camilla in the form of a friendly letter on their behalf wishing her every success in her endeavours and passing on their good wishes for the WCOPA.
Holly more than lived up to all expectations. This year she competed among around three thousand acts and came away with a gold medal (for her rendition of "I'll Walk with God" - anyone who has seen her
sing that live will know why !) and two bronzes. We have many reasons to be proud of her: she was well spotted by many people in the Industry who were amazed by her glorious voice and personal charisma. Holly is one of those performers who does not have to
do anything overt to exude confidence and hold an audience.
The experience was one that Holly found positive, stimulating and beneficial. She met many contestants from all over the world, saw many different kinds of acts including piano and dance and made many
new friends. She has gained an insight into the artistic culture, approach and emphasis in the US. The Holyoakes became accustomed to highly complimentary remarks about Holly's talent which was clearly perceived as very outstanding.
None of this will surprise anyone who has been fortunate enough to witness Holly on form as a soloist in one of the various concerts she has supported, such as the Caldicot Choir. Indeed at one such
recent perfomance just before she went to Hollywood she caused three standing ovations.
Let us all anticipate that this wonderful UK talent that has been so carefully and arduously nurtured since she was only eleven is about to be much more widely shared.
I am sure some of you will remember our mentions of Holly in the past. And of the wonderful time when Holly sang with Hayley in the foyer of St Davids Hall, Cardiff (in fact, some of us were present) and the subsequent invitation from Hayley for Holly to join her in concert at the North Wales Theatre, Llandudno a few nights later.
What hasn't been mentioned is that Holly has recorded a music video for ClassicFM TV and was the sole UK representative at the World Championships of the Performing Arts in Hollywood earlier this month. Here is an update on what has happened as a result:
Prince Charles, Lady Camilla and Holly
2005 has been an eventful year for Holly, and the year is by no means at an end. Work on her video of "I Vow to Thee my Country" for Classic FM TV is nearing completion, and not long after Holly recorded the video on location in London she went with her parents
to Hollywood as the sole UK representative at the World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA). This covers a wide span of genres and is well subscribed by over 40 countries including for example Russia and South Africa. Before she went she received the endorsement of Prince Charles and Lady Camilla in the form of a friendly letter on their behalf wishing her every success in her endeavours and passing on their good wishes for the WCOPA.
Holly more than lived up to all expectations. This year she competed among around three thousand acts and came away with a gold medal (for her rendition of "I'll Walk with God" - anyone who has seen her
sing that live will know why !) and two bronzes. We have many reasons to be proud of her: she was well spotted by many people in the Industry who were amazed by her glorious voice and personal charisma. Holly is one of those performers who does not have to
do anything overt to exude confidence and hold an audience.
The experience was one that Holly found positive, stimulating and beneficial. She met many contestants from all over the world, saw many different kinds of acts including piano and dance and made many
new friends. She has gained an insight into the artistic culture, approach and emphasis in the US. The Holyoakes became accustomed to highly complimentary remarks about Holly's talent which was clearly perceived as very outstanding.
None of this will surprise anyone who has been fortunate enough to witness Holly on form as a soloist in one of the various concerts she has supported, such as the Caldicot Choir. Indeed at one such
recent perfomance just before she went to Hollywood she caused three standing ovations.
Let us all anticipate that this wonderful UK talent that has been so carefully and arduously nurtured since she was only eleven is about to be much more widely shared.
