Apr 13 2006
Who is Shelly Bort? She is…well…Shelly Bort…
She is an old friend of mine, and you can check out her MySpace page at http://www.myspace.com/shellybort. You most definitely SHOULD check out her MySpace account. Listen to her voice…just listen.
When I was describing her to my in-laws, I was having difficulty, but here is what I came up with:
“Ah, Shelly. She is so much fun, it’s hard to explain. We met in band, and this girl…she…well…some people play music. Some people are even good at it. Shelly IS music. It runs through her veins. She is amazing.”
And I meant every word. On her MySpace page, she’s got some of her songs. Listen to them and be amazed at her voice, even if you’re a country fan, or a metal fan. In my opinion, Shelly’s voice transcends taste and preference. :) And if anyone can play piano as amazingly awesome as her, I’ve not met them. I HAVE, however, had the pleasure to see her play…to be in an ensemble with her. (Cabeza de Carne was SWEET!) I have had the honor to stand behind her as she sits at the piano. I have enjoyed talking to her wonderful parents at their house. (Her mom was taught piano by J.S. Bach!!!!…well…the teaching line comes directly from him, anyway. Isn’t that cool? She has a little framed thinggie that shows the line of teacher to student, and it comes from Bach.) And Mr. Bort always played a mean alto sax. lol.
Just thought I’d send that your way while I’m waiting for the weekend. :) Soon and very soon.
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