May 09 2012.
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Today I have a teacher who has shaped and inspired many great voices out there.. From popular personalities to some very well established international artistes.. Today she shares her life and more on the Buzz!
Full name- Mary Anne David
Hometown- Colombo
Status- Married
Birthday- June 9th
School – Holy Family Convent, Bambalapitiya
Idols- On earth - none
Passions- To continue to elevate vocal abilities
Favorite Color- Blue
Favorite Cartoon- Jiggs & Maggie
When did you start following your dream in Music?
At the age of five.
How hard was it to make it in the industry on a scale of 1-10?
Artistically 3, Financially 8.
Some popular artistes you had the chance to work with?
Many in the field of Popular and classical music ref My book “Merry Voices in Song”
About your family?
My parents were steeped in music. My brother Louis is a classical music enthusiast while my husband Andrew, my son Andre and his wife Dinali are very much into the performing Arts. My two grandsons are also showbiz kids in the making.
Describe your Husband “Andrew” in two words?
Gentle Giant.
Your best experience on stage?
Soloist with the Auckland Symphony Orchestra.
It has been 30 years of music from you, how much longer do you hope to share your talent?
Really 44…till I knock on heaven’s door!
If..
If you could take five things to a deserted island, what would you take?
My devotional book, Rosary, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste and oops make it 6 –my denture!
If you were a crayon, what color would you be?
Navy Blue.
If you were me, what would you do?
Sing more and talk less.
If you could fight for one thing, what would it be?
Unbiased justice in this country.
On the Spot
Bathiya / Santhush
Out of the two (your students), who had the better voice?
Apple and Orange – both have unique voices; but as Santhush started his training at 9 years of age, his voice is more fluid.
Kishani Jayasinghe/ Soundarie David
Who in your standards have achieved more in the world of music?
Kishani
Jude / Dulani
Out of the two YES Super Star finalist, who do you think had the voice to win?
Judging only on voice – Jude; But looking for a “Super Star” Dulani had the total package
Soule Sounds / Revalation / De Lanarolle Brothers
In your option, who is making GOOD music headlines IN Colombo?
They all are in their specialized genre of music.
Your top 5 in life?
1. Christ
2. My husband
3. Family
4. My doctor Vim
5. My students who remain loyal
Top 5 songs you love to perform
1.Ave Maria from Otello (Verdei)
2.Caro no me cheil mio cor Rigoletto (Verdi)
3.Gretchen am spinnrade (Schubert)
4.Ave Maria (Mascagni)
5.O my Papa
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Nimala says:
May 10, 2012 at 06:05 amMary Anne's answers are meaningful, very interesting and SHORT AND SWEET like Mary Anne.