Thoroughly enjoyed another Distant World concert singing the music from Final Fantasy with full orchestra. For each concert, they tend to mix up the featured songs and soloists. I couldn’t be more pleased to have enjoyed the beautiful voice of Amanda Achen! Wow! What a talent! Her high notes were effortless and flawless! Bravo to everyone! It was such beautiful and satisfying music to sing!
Here we go again! I couldn’t be more giddy to be a part of this fantastic production, coming this summer 2025! Shows are already selling out! Purchase your tickets here: https://www.weirdal.com/tour/
Always a great time singing with a live orchestra! It was good to see the conductor, Eric Roth, as he was one of the conductors I toured with while on the Weird Al “Strings Attached” tour. The soloists were flawless and I continue to be in awe of my music community when all our efforts are put together!
Singing live with Hollywood icon Donny Most was a blast. What a class act! Many years removed from playing practical joker Ralph Malph on the hugely famous TV show “Happy Days,” Most is a talented crooner whose prowess was recently highlighted on the American Cartoon “The Family Guy.”
There is no greater joy than being able to work with wonderful people. Our concert in Hershey, PA, was no exception. From rehearsals to the big night, everyone left it all on stage. I couldn’t ask for more.
When we sing on a video game score, we rarely get to perform that music live. Recently we took to the stage at the Dolby Theater to perform the soundtrack to Final Fantasy. I had the pleasure of working with Arnie Roth again– he conducted the orchestras on the Weird Al Strings Attached tour– and guest artist “Yosh” who sings the song “hallow” on the score.
There’s nothing more rewarding and enjoyable than singing, working and playing with your friends. Big thanks to my dear friend Kara Britz for allowing me to be a part of this incredible choir backing up award-winning artist, Lauren Daigle! Such talent. I LOVE her heart. I’ve been a BIG fan for many years so it was such a treat to meet her!
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What a fulfilling and fun year it has been so far! Touring with Weird Al Yankovic is a little weird. But not in the ways you might imagine. It’s not every day that you get to stand on the stage at Red Rocks or perform with a group of such talented musicians. Al entertains like no other musician. I have worked with him in many capacities throughout the years. Being on tour with Weird Al is an experience I’ll never forget.
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If these pictures are any indication, we are singing our hearts out over here and having the time of our lives. We’ve played a slew of amazing venues to incredible crowds and are loving every moment. We recently wrapped a show a Redrocks which I will never forget. This tour will come to a close soon and I am doing my best to savor every moment.
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Monique Donnelly 