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| I Wanna Be Around - Paul Safy, Jr.Thu, 08 Jan 2009 20:27:51 -0800 by IfIWereTonyBennett25 year old Paul Safy, Jr., is one of the most remarkable talents I have ever meet! Born and raised in Buffalo, NY. His grandfather (from Tempera, Italy) first introduced him to music and to traditional Italian classics. He remembers sitting at the piano after learning some scales (in Italian of course) and then being taught God Bless America. He recalls the song as being one of the first he ever sang. Paul comes from a very close-knit family with a younger brother and an older sister as well as his loving and supportive mother Bernadette (Scirri) and father Paul Sr. (family from Zaita, Labanon). As you may have guessed, Paul is a family kind of guy.He first got into "the crooners" when he found a tape of "Frank Sinatra's Greatest Hits" in his fathers collection. I remember listening to "That's Life" and "Forget Domani" over and over because I loved them so much. As he grew up, so did his musical interests, expanding to Elvis Presley, the Beatles, Motown, Country and the other hits of the 50s and 60s. So with a very diverse background in music genres by the time he entered high school at the age of 15, he fell in love all over again with the great crooners of the mid 20th Century. He bought up whatever he could get his hands on from Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin and Sammy Davis Jr.He was inspired when he first saw the film "Goodfellas". When I heard the title track "Rags to Riches" and discovered that it was Tony Bennett who was singing, the hook was in! "I became so enthralled with his style, power, and range that I couldn't stop listening." Paul is a graduate of The State University of New York at Buffalo. While attending school, he recorded his debut album Introducing Paul Safy which included two Bennett songs that he really loves; "I Wanna Be Around" and "I Left My Heart in San Francisco". After winning the Fox affiliated (American Idol), Buffalo Idol in 2007, Paul was invited to sing at the Buffalo Philharmonic as a special guest star with The Duke Ellington Orchestra. He opened in Rochester, NY for the Buffalo-born singing family sensation The Scintas at the High Falls Festival. And for the second consecutive year he performed for the Buffalo Sabres Aces and Blades annual charity event. He has also preformed for The Catwalk for Charity hosted by his friend, goalie Brian Miller. Paul sang for Macy's national fund raising Shop for the Cure event. Later that year he was invited once again to perform with the Buffalo Philharmonic as their featured guest singer at The Holiday Pops concert. At the invitation of the Philharmonic conductor Robert Franz, Paul was asked to solo at the Mansfield, Ohio Symphony Holiday concert.I first met Paul last spring through my long-time friend Ray Reneri who was working with The Duke Ellington Orchestra at the time Paul first sang with them in Buffalo. Along with my associate (Director and Co-Writer) Donna Drake we have written a show and NOW WERE BOOKING OUR TRIBUTE TOUR "If I Were Tony Bennett" - Paul Safy, Jr. is A Tribute Evening & A Story, with songs from The American Songbook, that You know who, made famous.The show can be booked with a trio or Symphony and is from 45 minutes in length, to 90.After listening to Paul Safy, Jr., Im sure youll agree WORLDWIDE AUDIENCES will flock to hear this handsome and very talented young man sing these American Classics With a little help from YOU KNOW WHO"! Sincerely,Richard Currier(Producer & General Manager - If I Were, LLC)P.S. The Best Is Yet To Come"!E-mail: Booking@ifiweretonyb ennett.com Related: arts presenters apap conference nyc 2009 booth 628 ny new york city tony bennett tribute tour frank sinatra american buffalo idol michael bublé harry connick jr. peter cincotti richard currier | |
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| Frati Minori Rinnovati / Friars Minor RenewedThu, 08 Jan 2009 19:48:10 -0800 by CatholiquesFranciscans , founded in Palermo, Italy 1972. a renewal of Capuchin charism, of contemplative prayer, penance and evangelical preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.Living in poverty on the Outskirts of Corleone and Naples Italy,and who are also on the outskirts of Palermo,Sicily.whose main Friary is in Corleone,Sicily.(the y also have missions in Columbia and Africa).MotherHouse (write in Italiano,or Français,Espagnol or simple english) to:Frati Minori RinnovatiEremo san Bernardo90034 Corleone,Italy(Sicil y ) Related: franciscans friars cattolica frati francescani catholic vocation | |
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| myHotelVideo.com presents Jolly Catania Bellini in Catania / Sicily & Liparic Islands / ItalyThu, 08 Jan 2009 19:12:13 -0800 by myHotelVideoMore @ http://www.myhotelvi deo.com/en/landingpa ge/youtube/resourcei d/Mhv_Catalog_Offer: :90151 Location:The hotel is situated in the heart of Catania´s commercial zone, 300 m away from the court and not far from the main university faculty. It is only a few paces from the main historical artery of the town (Via Etnea) where guests can admire: the Villa Bellini, the botanical gardens, the theatre and the Roman Forum, and the Achilliane thermal bath which dates back to Roman times. In addition there is the Gothic style cathedral, the 18th Century centre, Via Crociferi, Piazza del Duomo and the Baroque style Piazza dell' Università. Guests may also like to visit the Biscari Palace and the Spanish style San Nicolò Convent, as well as the Fera o luni historical markets and the ancient La Pescheria fish market. The hotel is located not far from the historical centre, town solarium, port and train station and is only 6 km away from the Catania Airport.Facilities:T his air-conditioned city hotel was completely renovated in 2007 and features modern style architecture with 130 rooms. It is ideal for both business travellers and holidaymakers alike. Facilities include: a 24-hour check-in, 24-hour reception, hotel safe, currency exchange facility, lift access, breakfast room, an air-conditioned restaurant with a non-smoking area, WLAN Internet access (for an additional fee), room and laundry services (charges apply to both) and 7 conference rooms seating up to 150 persons. There is also parking available for those arriving by car.Rooms:The rooms offer an en suite bathroom with bath/shower and hairdryer, direct dial telephone (charges apply), satellite TV (charges apply), radio, Internet access (charges apply), a minibar (charges apply), individually adjustable air conditioning and heating and a safe.Meals:Guests may select their breakfast from a buffet and the midday and evening meals may be enjoyed à la carte.Payment:Americ an Express, Diners Club, JCB, MasterCard and VISA are accepted. Related: myhotelvideo.com myhotelvideo video hotel jolly catania bellini italy sicily liparic islands | |
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| myHotelVideo.com presents Giardino delle Ninfe in Ponte dIschia / Ischia / Sorrento / Capri / ItalyThu, 08 Jan 2009 17:37:52 -0800 by myHotelVideoMore @ http://www.myhotelvi deo.com/en/landingpa ge/youtube/resourcei d/Mhv_Catalog_Offer: :13211 Location:This hotel is located on the marvellous island of Ischia, 1 km from Ischia Ponte and 2 km from the centre of Ischia. Restaurants, bars, pubs and nightspots are 5-10 minutes by car and shopping venues are 1 km away. Capodichino Airport is 50 km from the establishment.Facili ties:This 31-room air-conditioned beach hotel is reflected in the crystal-clear blue sea. The sea is dotted with clusters of rocks from which tourists can dive into the invigorating water, rich in mineral salts, to find new health and enjoy its regenerating properties. In addition to a hotel lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out services, lift access and a hotel safe, this hotels services and facilities include a café, bar and restaurant. Internet access and room and laundry services also feature. Younger guests can let off some steam at one of the hotel's 2 children's playgrounds.Rooms:Wi th its 60 beds, the hotel enjoys a peaceful and relaxing location. In-room amenities include a satellite TV, hairdryer, telephone, safe and central heating and air conditioning units. A private bathroom with a shower also features. There are various types of room category: standard with garden view and air conditioning; standard with balcony, side sea view and air conditioning; superior with a balcony or terrace and a front sea view, air conditioning and minibar, and double single occupancy with a garden view. Further standard in-room amenities include a hifi, radio, Internet access and tea and coffee making facilities.Sports/En tertainment:The hotel features the new Well-Being Il Ninfario centre, which houses a swimming pool with thermal water which, at 36°C, is rich in iron and sulphur. The water is changed on a daily basis and it is possible to enjoy a healthy and pleasant hydro massage under the waterfall. Additional facilities include a covered thermal swimming pool with hydro massage and Turkish bath. In additional to an open-air pool in the hotel grounds, there are also solarium terraces with a sea view which are equipped for sun treatment (heliotherapy). Guests can also go paddle boating or play table tennis.Meals:The nearby air-conditioned restaurant has an open panoramic terrace. It serves tasty, typical fresh seafood and all local specialities. A vegetable buffet, vegetarian menu, à la carte and standard menus also feature. There is also half board with a buffet breakfast and dinner.Payment:JCB, MasterCard and VISA are accepted methods of payment. Related: myhotelvideo.com myhotelvideo video hotel giardino delle ninfe ponte dischia italy ischia sorrento capri | |
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