Thursday, April 22, 2010

CONCERT REVIEWS

Kim’s gift of song is fresh, vibrant and effervescent. From the first moment she walks on stage the audience knows that a something different is about to happen. Kim does this with song yes, but more so by her engaging and scintillating person. She invites the audience not only to listen to music, but live each note and lyric. By concert’s end, her listeners leave renewed and wanting more. I recommend that anyone who needs to see life with joyous and happy eyes come hear Kim. It’s a real experience.

FR. Richard DeLillio, OSFS President of Nativity Prep Wilmington DE.


Last night’s concert was pretty darn awesome! Thanks for the honor and pleasure!

Holy Redeemer Choir Concert of Hope ’09


I don't think I have the words to describe your concert Kim....you did GOD proud. You voice filled the room Kim and it was just beautiful. You totally delivered and made this evening a very special one. CD, VA :Concert of Hope


The Concert of Hope at Holy Redeemer was successful. In fact, it was filled with miracles, in fact it was awesome! We raised approximate $1500.00 in ticket sales, $104 from the 50-50 and oh by the way, a parishioner has offered to match the final number...so you should see at least $3000 from the Outer Banks Nativity Scholarship fund by midweek.

Kim's performance was inspired. I would strongly recommend that you find a venue for her in your area and turn her loose!

Susan Cheney Chair for Concert of Hope ’09


I can’t imagine anyone experiencing a performance by Kim Kalman and not wanting to hear more. She is an amazing talent and has a special gift for making her audience feel like they are a part of the show.

There are some singers who can sing certain genres and can’t step out of that arena. Kim is not one of those artists. She can sing any type of music and make it her own. She has a unique way of touching the hearts in her audience in so many ways and on so many levels. You cannot leave a Kim Kalman performance without feeling good!

Nativity Preparatory School was blessed to have Kim perform a benefit concert for us in Wilmington, Delaware this past Friday evening, November 13, 2009. At the end of the concert, the audience was on its feet as Kim left the stage. It became difficult to end the evening, as audience members spent time in the theater lobby chatting with Kim as she graciously signed her CDs for them. Later that night and throughout the next day, I received calls from attendees reporting how much they loved the concert and were already looking forward to the next. We thank Kim for making the trip to Wilmington and sharing her gift of music with all of us! What a wonderful way to spend an evening!

They LOVED you!! While I was out, I also got some calls on my cell from some who attended and they, too, were so impressed with you! I already have volunteers who want to help with promotion of the event next year.

Deb Piper Director of Development Nativity Prep School Concert of Hope '09


Thank you again for the long drive to Delaware and sharing your accomplished songs and songwriting with us at Tatnall.

My students clearly received a big ‘kick’ from singing with you on stage tonight.

Wilson Somers

Choral Director/Music Coordinator

The Tatnall School


Lighthouse Center Benefit:

Maybe it was the inspirational atmosphere or the audience or whatever, but I thought that the tone and clarity of your voice was the best that I have ever heard from you. You are always great in my opinion, but that night your voice was at its prime. GM, NC

You were wonderful last night and I cannot thank you enough for the beautiful gift of soul filled (Holy Spirit), music that you gave to the folks that came to the concert. I know you have a growing fan base in our area. I think you should consider booking another benefit concert for us next year!!!!!

Teresa Stanley – Board member for The Lighthouse Center


Good Morning Kim!

I have been on a high since Friday night's event. Just getting back on computer today. Dan and I have Moonlight on now and thoughts of Friday are flowing. Love this CD!

I was at Social Service's big thank you event last night and saw about 10 of the guests from your concert, including unexpectedly, the birthday couple, Ruth and Dan who were with the same friends. Everyone was still speaking of the concert and so appreciative of the music and fun of the night. Others around heard about it and they were sorry that they did not attend. I told them next time....

The Art Journal women loved you and the night. This will be a memory of a lifetime for them. The anticipation of coming gave them hope and light in their darkness and also made them feel a part of something very important.

Kim, thank you so much not just for your time, but the gift of the music and the spirit which is so wrapped around and through you and your music. Such a gift to me and others!

Truly renews me, as I get so frustrated with all the pain and societal wrong doing I see daily and wonder where God is sometimes in my impatience to get things speeded up a bit!... and then Friday night there God was flowing out of a 'Daughter' sitting on a stool with a guitar, lifting everyone in the room. Then we all wished time would stand still for a little longer.

Again, thanks for the music, the conversation and the spirit.

Blessings to you always Kim.

Deb

Deborah Maloney, Director

The Lighthouse Center

Volunteers of America, Chesapeake. Inc.

825-18th Street

Virginia Beach, VA 23451

757-437-4911(o) 757-437-4864 (F)


To Whom It May Concern:

I
t is my pleasure to recommend Kim Kalman to you. Kim has lent her musical skills to perform in various charity events I have directed. Kim is a crowd pleaser. She sets the appropriate tone for any event.

Kim has a warm, beautiful lyrical voice that combines well with a fine interpretive, dramatic and musical sense.

Her vocal technique is flawless throughout her performances. She's an intelligent singer and sensitive to the nuances written by the composer. She is a consummate musician and is always fully prepared for her performances. Kim boasts a lovely appearance and persona on stage. Our audiences have responded to her artistry with high enthusiasm and deep emotion.

She is an Outer Banks treasure in every way.


Carl V. Curnutte III

The Lost Colony

Executive Director & Producer

252-473-2127 ext. 227 + 757-880-7847 cell

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