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Story For The Ages” is a musical rendition of the teachings of Christ from “The Coming” through the Resurrection. Soprano JULIA WADE takes you on that inspirational journey with a voice so clear and pure there’s no room for doubt about her belief in the message and its source. You will go from the traditional “Were You There” and the quiet African-American spiritual “There’s A Balm In Gilead” which builds to a resounding celebration to the Irish lilt of “Be Thou My Vision” and the Spanish drama of “Tenemos Esperanza/We Have Hope” made even more dramatic with lyrics by musical genius Peter Link.
There are songs for all seasons and beliefs, and Wade’s amazing voice deftly handles the diverse styles. The Appalachian carol “Jesus, Jesus Rest Your Head” is haunting in its simplicity while “The Palms” (words and lyrics by Link) is simultaneously heart-wrenching and hopeful. But by far the masterpieces of the album are Link’s “Lazarus” and “Song Of Easter,” two powerful songs that will elevate your spirit and confirm the wonders of the universe. So if you like your traditional religious music set to creative arrangements and enhanced with international cultural flair, JULIA WADE’s “Story For The Ages” is just what you’ve been looking for. You can purchase and download the CD at www.watchfiremusic.com."
Laurie Lawson
www.electroniclink.com
- Laurie Lawson, www.electroniclink.com
Julia’s lovely voice resonates with such power and grace. Her gentle heart and joyous spirit shines through and proves to be infectious.
Robert Tate Miller
Hollywood Screenwriter
Best known for his most recent Hallmark Channel screenplay, “Hidden Places” Northridge, CA
This is a totally amazing CD!!! Julia Wade and Peter Link have outdone themselves this time. So much love and care has obviously gone into this project and you can hear it in every note. I can't wait for their next CD!!!
John Ruggiero
Hicksville, New York
No home should be without these two things. A Bible and Julia Wade's new CD "Story for the Ages. If I were a doctor I would prescribe this record for anyone with stress, high blood pressure or in plain language, the misery.
Ms. Wade has a way of transporting us to a higher plane, but there is nothing plain about her singing. She has the voice of an angel. This record will get played over and over.
Carol Jay
New York, NY
This is a wonderful CD with all your heart just shining through every note! Congratulations, for showing the world what this life is all about. We love you with all our hearts here in Westcliff.
Cindi Flower & Arlie Riggs
Westcliffe, CO
This is a CD I'm going to treasure for years to come. There is so much beauty, soul and love expressed in each lyric and note. I love the mixture of songs with choirs, guitar music (especially the guitar music!), and harp. Thank you for sharing your gift again with listeners everywhere!
Bonnie Wilson,
St. Louis, Missouri
- Listeners Respond Enthusiatically to STORY FOR THE AGES
Thank you so much for a gorgeous album. Upon the Mountain is transcendental, enchanting, exquisite! Julia your artistry, your voice, your diction, all wonderful. Peter, your compositions are beautiful, thought-provoking, inspiring.
Karena Mendoza
Theatrical Composer, Singer/Songwriter
Chicago, IL
Upon The Mountain was a delight to listen to… There’s a relaxed, conversational style in many of the songs which I find very effective. And Julia’s “classical” chops are used sparingly but also very effectively. Peter’s sensitive arrangements perfectly complement Julia’s more relaxed and mature presentation…and her interpretations enhance his compositions.
Jimmy Roberts
Composer of Off-Broadway's longest running revue,
I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change
(Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominee, Best Musical Revue) New York, NY
The first word that comes to my mind, when listening to Julia & Peter's music, is simply, beautiful. Then others quickly follow -- emotive, expressive, and celebrating the divine in a way that provides a deeply transforming journey to the listener.
Mindy Jostyn
Singer/Songwriter
Hudson, NY
I was listening to your beautiful CD, “Upon The Mountain”. I enjoyed a lot Julia’s vocal qualities in this recording; as well as the refined production that Peter did of his own compositions. Among them, I have chosen “Who Rolled The Stone”, “Isaiah 40”, and “Break Forth Into Joy”, as my favorite songs from this CD. (Nonetheless, I value the song, “Upon The Mountain”, as something good within its genre). If my words are evaluated in this matter, keep them as a testimony of my sincere appreciation towards you. Congratulations to both!
Enrique Ubieta,
Composer, best known for his widely performed “Missa Cubana”
New York City
It all "works": the wonderful lyrics, the rich, inspired singing, the supportive singers and certainly the spiritual, healing "spine" that unites all the elements so well. Congratulations. It took me a few times listening before I realized I'd never heard the lyrics... all original efforts. Wow. Excellent. I really enjoyed "Who Rolled the Stone" and was delighted that you included a Chinese violin in "Upon the Mountain." I first heard the violin years ago when I visited the Bejing Symphony during a rehearsal and love the mysterious quality of it… Thanks for giving the world such love and joy!
John Holmstrom
Author (When Prayers Are Answered),
& Documentary Film Maker
Hollywood, CA
Well what a trip, folks! Stirring, exciting, evolved, crisp, elegant, Big-Thinking!
Gordon Imrie
Hinsdale, IL
Aside from the fact that her voice is lovely and the music is so good, Julia enunciates so that you can understand the words. That is something I can't seem to do when I listen to much of the current music. It seems as though most singers do not know how to sing so that you can understand them. On the other hand, perhaps they don't have much to say, so it really doesn't matter. I particularly liked "A Hole in My Life" and "Who Rolled the Stone."
Arlene Stauder
St. Louis, MO
- Listeners Climb Up The Mountain With RAVE REVIEWS!
Reviews from TV Viewers:
"Being Present" Show helped me be more so!
SPECIAL THANKS for the segment with Watchfire Music Artist Julia Wade. Her ideas on staying present enough to be a clear window for what the Divine is doing raises the bar for all of us. And how intelligent is her practice of "Stillness Moments" throughout the day as a way to reignite that high goal! My only disappointment was that her music clip ("A Hole in My Life") was waaay too short. I hope she will be invited back in the near future so this error can be corrected!
by: carl@readingaloudinstitute.com
I'm a longtime fan of Julia Wade and am glad you guys had her on TV - her voice floors me every time - but I'd never really gotten to hear her speak so much since I only have her CD. It made me like her even more! Thanks for the opportunity. - http://www.newmorningtv.tv/
Discography
Julia Wade's Solo Inspirational CDs:
STORY FOR THE AGES, Watchfire Music, 2006
UPON THE MOUNTAIN, Watchfire Music, 2004
THE GREATEST THING IN THE WORLD, PBAMusic, 2004
Julia Wade on Compilation CDs:
BE STILL AND KNOW: The Music of Martin Broones, 2006
MINDFIRE, Various Artists, 2004
Julia Wade on CD Cast Albums:
SUNDOWN, 2004
POMPEII, 2003
AFRICA PLUMBRIDGE, 2003
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Bio
Julia Wade’s inspirational concert, A Canvas Of Colors, is an evening of songs from many faith traditions and world cultures, performed passionately by Julia and her ensemble, including special guest, Bobby Stanton and New York top performers, Margaret Dorn and Bobby Douglas. Together this group will take you on a journey of music with selections from Julia’s CDs, STORY FOR THE AGES and UPON THE MOUNTAIN, as well as covers of beloved inspirational songs such as “Amazing Grace” and “You Raise Me Up.” Bobby Stanton will perform solo guitar music from his CD, SHEPHERD. The concert runs about an hour and a half with no intermission.
Julia Wade is a performer whose work spans many different musical genres from classical to Broadway to pop. She has performed nationally and internationally in opera, cabaret, concert work, and musical theatre, including The Rome Opera and Carnegie Hall. Currently, Julia holds the position of soloist at the The First Church of Christ, Scientist at the world headquarters in Boston, MA. There, she performs in three services each Sunday, both in English and Spanish. Julia can also be heard weekly on the internet broadcast of the English and Spanish services at www.tfccs.com. These days, Julia is focusing her creative energy on inspirational music -- both as a solo concert performer and as a recording artist. Julia has three solo inspirational CDs to date: her newest release, STORY FOR THE AGES (watchfiremusic.com). UPON THE MOUNTAIN (watchfiremusic.com), and THE GREATEST THING IN THE WORLD (pbamusic.com)
Julia starred in New York City at the JoyRide Concert, featuring Watchfire Music inspirational artists and co-produced by Faith and Values Media. In addition, The Hallmark Channel aired Julia’s performance and interview on The New Morning Show with Timberly Westfield. If you follow the annual movie awards on TV, you may also have seen Julia perform at the televised Movie Guide Awards Show in Hollywood at the Beverly Hills Hilton Hotel, just before Jim Caviezel won Best Actor for his role in
The Passion Of The Christ. The show aired numerous times on the PAX Network. Finally, Julia is featured on regular airplay on the internet radio station www.healingmusic365.com.
On the live stage, Julia was featured at the Rome Opera in Kurt Weill’s LADY IN THE DARK, conducted by Steven Mercurio and directed by Italian stage director, Giorgio Marini. Julia also appeared in LADY IN THE DARK at Teatro Massimo, the Palermo Opera, where it was televised on RAI TV throughout Italy.
Julia has performed with the Boston Pops Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Keith Lockheart at Carnegie Hall. Julia's solo cabaret concerts have taken her across the country as well as numerous performances at Don’t Tell Mama, a well-known cabaret in New York City.
Additionally, Julia has recorded three Broadway cast albums: Julia performed Olivia in POMPEII -- book and music by Dorothy Papadakos, Sister Peggy in AFRICA PLUMBRIDGE by Sue Carey and Karena Mendoza, and Woman In Black in SUNDOWN, by Joe Bravaco, Peter Link and Larry Rosler. SUNDOWN was voted one of the Top 10 Theatrical Albums of 2004. Julia sang with Broadway stars, Steve Blanchard, Judy McLane, and Patrick Ryan Sullivan.
For more information about Julia, please visit the following websites:
www.juliawade.com -- www.myspace.com/juliawademusic -- www.watchfiremusic.com
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