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Post by Martin on Nov 8, 2009 17:13:02 GMT
Thank you Richard & Graeme and I agree that the sound recording is much more in favour of Hayley than on TV. Ah, the magic of electronics!  Incidentally, if anyone wants to listen to Faryl singing "The Prayer" then she is 34m 40secs into the programme. Martin |
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Post by jimg on Nov 8, 2009 17:22:41 GMT
On TV this mrning they played an extract from the show, and inevitably picked the worst )in my opinion) of the three solo performances. Jamie Callum. Again no mention of Hayley. Martin Agreed Jamie seemed like someone on Xfactor having been asked to sing out of his genre. He is much better in his 'normal style'. Hayley was, for me, the highlight. Beautiful voice, stunning dress and 1940's hairstyle. Magnificent. The way Dame Vera's old film clip was blended in wonderful. Did you notice the moment Hayley stopped waving and started clapping Dame Vera the whole audience seemed to stand and direct their applause to Dame Vera. A special moment at the end of a very moving performance. Jim |
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Post by grant on Nov 8, 2009 17:29:12 GMT
Hi Martin Admittedly, she invited Dame Vera to join in on the last verse but whether that was premeditated or not we will never know!  All together now! "Oh Yes we will!!"This question was asked of Hayley after the St Albans concert and she confirmed that it had been spontaneous - completely unrehearsed. We made sure she knew that we were very moved by the whole performance and Hayley seemed very pleased. Best wishes Grant |
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Post by Dave on Nov 8, 2009 17:32:01 GMT
Hello Graeme! Thanks for posting the link to the Radio 2 broadcast, which I'll repeat here: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00nrt54/Festival_of_Remembrance/The radio broadcast was taken from the afternoon performance, and I think the sound balance was noticeably better during Hayley's song. Scroll through to about 15 minutes to judge for yourselves. Richard  Hi Richard, Yes it seems to have a better balance... but if it's the same as the original radio broadcast (1 hour) which I recorded, there is 25 seconds of Hayley missing, and the instrumental mid-section is missing too. So it's edited down and is clearly dynamically compressed as well. As the TV audio seems to be causing concern, I'll see what I can do about it tonight. Compressed music (same sound levels throughout) isn't true hi-fi though and I personally prefer original sound, if like the TV broadcast it has a wide dynamic range. There may be a compromise position though, as I explained earlier...  Cheers, Dave |
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Post by Martin on Nov 8, 2009 18:09:04 GMT
This question was asked of Hayley after the St Albans concert and she confirmed that it had been spontaneous - completely unrehearsed. Well I never! Didn't know that. That then appears to confirm that the key was chosen by Hayley rather than to fit in with Dame Vera's original recording. Thanks grant. Martin |
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Post by stephen on Nov 8, 2009 18:22:27 GMT
Hi Dave and all,
To me Hayley deserved top billing and not Faryl.Hayley did not get a mention in some tv guides.Hayley`s peice with Dame Vera should have been saved until towards the end.I do think that nostalgia is the way forward for Hayley.
Stephen.
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Post by martindn on Nov 8, 2009 18:45:26 GMT
Yes Stephen, of course Hayley should have had top billing. I actually thought that that was what was supposed to be happening. But I guess they thought that Faryl's song was a more appropriate intoduction to the act of worship.
Of course this seeming reluctance of the media to mention Hayley unless they are absolutely forced to is getting to be beyond a joke. I can see it happeneing with Children in Need too! I know Hayley doesn't complain, but that doesn't necessarily mean that we shouldn't.
Dave, I have to say that I wasn't impressed with the sound as broadcast on analogue TV, for either Hayley's or Faryl's performances. I thought they both had too much reverb for one thing. It sounds a lot better on your YT version of the vid, but still not particularly impressive.
Martin
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Post by grant on Nov 8, 2009 19:01:37 GMT
Hello everyone
What I find so wonderful about Hayley is that she is "timeless". last night was a perfect example and as Jillian says, she does it with ease; I thought she was just perfect.
I love the dress and the shiny black high heels and in the closeups with her hair and makeup done the way they were, it could very easily have been 1940 and she was so obviously having the time of her life up there, she made that clear by the fact that she couldn't wait to tweet about it the moment she got back to her dressing room.
What made it extra special for me, and I think for many, was the little interaction with Dame Vera who couldn't wait to stand and give her a wave - and those smiles exchanged - full of love and admiration for each other.
Well, Hayley's performance last night was in tribute to Dame Vera and that could not have been more obvious. Hayley sang her heart out and I am extremely proud of her.
Best wishes
Grant
P.S. Many thanks for the video Dave - awesome quality as usual
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Post by grant on Nov 8, 2009 19:16:12 GMT
For me, it is one of Hayley's most important and special performances ever, I will never forget it. ..............
As far as the older generation is concerned, it's possible there is no greater honour for a UK or Commonwealth singer than to be invited to do tonight what Hayley did. I hope this helps to explain the reaction that you have seen so far from some UK and Commonwealth members, me included. It exceeded my highest expectations.
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Post by roger on Nov 8, 2009 19:20:58 GMT
Sorry, but in view of two earlier posts, I feel this needs to be said.
This was not a concert, it was a Festival of Remembrance and I therefore feel we should not dwell on who should have been given top billing. The real *stars* were the war veterans and the husbands, wives and children of those lost in action. The order of the event was determined by the story that it was telling and not by those who have the highest celebrity status (which, as far as Hayley, Jamie and Faryl are concerned is subjective anyway).
I agree that everyone taking part should have been acknowledged in the press for the time and energy that they gave to such a worthy cause but, if they were not, I doubt very much if they would be unduly concerned.
Roger
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Post by stevemacdonald on Nov 8, 2009 19:30:06 GMT
Yes Stephen, of course Hayley should have had top billing. I actually thought that that was what was supposed to be happening. But I guess they thought that Faryl's song was a more appropriate intoduction to the act of worship. Why should anyone care who gets "top billing" at an event meant to commemorate selflessness and sacrifice? Really. And good for Faryl that she was included in this remembrance ceremony to such an extent. Maybe her participation will serve to alert her generation about the struggles of that era. That's what it's all about, right? It may make us bristle to see Hayley compromised in such a way, butI'm sure she had her heart in the right place and wasn't overly concerned about where she ranked in the event. |
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Post by Martin on Nov 8, 2009 19:40:39 GMT
It may make us bristle to see Hayley compromised in such a way, but I'm sure she had her heart in the right place and wasn't overly concerned about where she ranked in the event. Indeed so, Steve. In fact knowing Hayley as we do, her desire to participate and support the event would have been her primary consideration and if asked to sing the song in the RAH car park as the guests were leaving, it would not have bothered her at all (assuming it wasn't raining of course!). Martin ps There is no truth whatsoever in the rumour that Hayley's next recording will be "We'll Tweet Again"  |
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Post by graemek on Nov 8, 2009 21:30:24 GMT
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Post by Jillian on Nov 8, 2009 21:53:33 GMT
Hi everyone, While I agree that issues such as billing and publicity isn't the main concern here, I do agree with what Martind is saying. He pointed out a few niggling issues which seem to follow Hayley wherever she goes -- whether it be for her own professional endeavours or her charitable activities. Unfortunately, at the moment she seems to 'Miss Cellophane' to the media and I honestly think she could streak naked outside Mahiki at 2am and they probably wouldn't pay attention. HOWEVER, if she consistently performs the way she did here, word of mouth will be unstoppable. We all do our bit here on HWI -- we had the fasted video uploads of events like this, plenty of pictures and stories -- I think it makes a difference. I feel like Hayley is on the verge of something special with her career -- over 2008/2009 she's been making big progression with new styles of music, song writing, new markets, has become more glamorous and involved in many worthwhile charities. I think this will cuminate in something special. I predict 2010/2011 to be a big time for Hayley.  If she continues the way she's going, it's only a matter of time until she forces the media to sit up and take notice. (And we'll be standing off to the side looking very smug and yelling 'told you so!' i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gif |
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Post by amptique on Nov 8, 2009 22:05:06 GMT
Hi everyone, While I agree that issues such as billing and publicity isn't the main concern here, I do agree with what Martind is saying. He pointed out a few niggling issues which seem to follow Hayley wherever she goes -- whether it be for her own professional endeavours or her charitable activities. Unfortunately, at the moment she seems to 'Miss Cellophane' to the media and I honestly think she could streak naked outside Mahiki at 2am and they probably wouldn't pay attention. HOWEVER, if she consistently performs the way she did here, word of mouth will be unstoppable. We all do our bit here on HWI -- we had the fasted video uploads of events like this, plenty of pictures and stories -- I think it makes a difference. I feel like Hayley is on the verge of something special with her career -- over 2008/2009 she's been making big progression with new styles of music, song writing, new markets, has become more glamorous and involved in many worthwhile charities. I think this will cuminate in something special. I predict 2010/2011 to be a big time for Hayley. If she continues the way she's going, it's only a matter of time until she forces the media to sit up and take notice. (And we'll be standing off to the side looking very smug and yelling 'told you so!' i.postimg.cc/9fYxy370/smilie-big-grin.gifI hope you are right Jillian. I can think of no one more deserving than Hayley. Bill |
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