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MP3 Clara Oman - Coloring a Rhapsody
7 MP3 Songs in this album (29:04) !
Related styles: Pop: Quirky, Jazz: Jazz Vocals, Mood: Fun
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CLARA is an independent, self produced, singer/songwriter/pianist based out of Nashville, TN. She writes & records all of her innovative and melodic music from her ''pink'' home studio (playing nearly every instrument you hear on the recordings as well.) "I was kind of a weird little girl who marveled at arranging hymns, Liberace songs, Disney and Musical Soundtracks, as well as the beloved classical pieces. I had never even heard of Madonna... and this was the late 80''s/early 90''s!"
But Clara soaked up everything she heard and immediately began arranging her own medley''s for church services where she played all though her childhood and teen years.
"After high school I pursued the musical theater scene for a few years but I missed my piano and I kept wanting to orchestrate the arrangements myself. So I moved to Nashville to pursue the singer/songwriter scene and found my niche... well... sort of."
She quickly learned the terms "hit song" and "hook" as she absorbed knowledge from the Nashville''s songwriter''s community. She also learned bass guitar, drum programming and Pro Tools. Armed with the "do it yourself" mentality she began writing and recording her 1st album ''From Now On'' which caught the attention of Grammy Award Winning Artist (and #1 Songwriter) Billy Dean. "Billy became my manager/mentor and helped me land a deal out of the UK to release the album. I learned the ropes of studio production from him, which has simply been invaluable. I loved London and the way they said my name over there. Everything sounds classy with an English accent you know?"
But after returning to the US, Clara''s voice became worn down and she lost the ability to sing for nearly 4 months.
" I was so discouraged and had to seek professional help from the Vanderbilt Voice Center. Once I re-trained to sing correctly and restored my voice, I knew my style needed to change to preserve it for a lifelong career. "
"The "Coloring a Rhapsody EP” was my process of finding the freedom to take risks with my creativity. I never let myself worry about radio, TV or anyone''s expectations. I literally ended up reinventing my sound as I worked to compose unique, melodic pop songs with the musical theatre/Cole Porter style I grew up with. The audience response has been incredible and I’m having more fun on stage and in the studio than ever!"
"My "Song for Ruthie" (from the "Coloring a Rhapsody EP") took 3rd prize in the NY Songwriter''s Circle contest this last Nov. ''09. I''m so delighted that people are taking notice of these compositions. I had no idea what to expect with it being so different.
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