Sunday, September 9, 2012

Together Again

We're so glad for the whole group to be together again. Most of us live in Utah but Tamara is a school teacher in Idaho (about a 4-hour drive) so we don't see her as often as we wish we could.

Together for a special Sunday Dinner at Mom and Dad's house

Saturday, July 28, 2012

VocalSport Competition - How Can I Keep From Singing

Today we had a great experience competing at VocalSport. We sang, "How Can I Keep From Singing" and enjoyed being amongst so many other talented people and groups. Our family was there to support us, and we loved singing for them.

What a fun day! Keith (Christina's husband) brought us beautiful flowers after the competition. What a sweetheart.

In the Green Room with Christina, Tanya, Natalie, and Tiffany

Saturday, March 31, 2012

Chillin' Like Villains

Tami is in town today and we're chillin' like villains!


Saturday, March 17, 2012

Recording "Lament of the Highborne", from World of Warcraft

Those of you who know our family, know that we're kind of nerdy. A lot of time we spend our nights together playing World of Warcraft (WoW), an online computer role-playing game. We love the haunting "Lament of the Highborne" song from WoW and thought it would be amazing to record it.

We bought the sheet music, arranged the parts, and recorded it with the help of our friend, the talented Sylvia Muhlstein, on St. Patrick's Day. John Sergeant did an incredible job accompanying us.

John Sergeant, Tanya Gale, Tiffany Gale, Natalie Gale, Michelle Bate, Tamara Gale McKay, Christina Gale Borrowman, and Sylvia Muhlestein:

 Natalie did a wonderful job with the main part (Sylvanas); the rest of us had fun as the chorus (banshees):

Looking forward to the final recording!

Sunday, December 11, 2011

America's Got Talent - Heading Home

Goodbye California!

We've had a wonderful visit and hope to come back again soon

Saturday, December 10, 2011

America's Got Talent - Audition Day

Outside the hotel room this morning; we're excited and very, very nervous
 The day we've been practicing for has finally arrived!

We woke up early this morning, practiced our songs for a few hours, did hair and makeup, had breakfast, and left for the Convention Center.

What a big place this is! We enjoyed meeting new people and seeing so many different talents. We checked in, got our wristbands, and waited in a big holding room. It had cement floors and tons of chairs set up. We practiced our songs a few times and loved seeing other performers' enthusiastic reaction to us; such a fun, supportive group of people!

After a few hours our group was called up to the next floor; still a big room but smaller than the first. It had carpet, chairs set up in circles, and a couple of makeup mirrors with lights, and a mini-stage. We practiced our songs a few times here, too, and enjoyed seeing all the smiling faces.

We had lunch, played card games on the floor with new-found friends, and tried to relax while we waited for our turn to audition. Christina's daughter Lizzie came with us to California and she did such a great job with the long days; sweet little mascot girl.

They finally called our group and we auditioned in a smaller room with judges and a few other groups of people. We did our best and hoped it was good enough. After all the groups in the room had auditioned we were led outside the room and waited for a few minutes. Then a kind lady came out and thanked the other groups and told us that we would audition for the next set of judges. Yay!

We went to another floor and waited in a smallish room with several other groups and people. We met the group "Radio for the People" and they sang their audition song for us. We were impressed by their voices, interaction, and sincerity. What an awesome group of guys!

They asked us to sing for them and we did. After we finished, the whole room was quiet for a few seconds, and then everyone broke out in applause. What an amazing feeling to be surrounded by such supportive people!

Finally, it was our turn to audition for the 2nd round judges. It was a great experience.They were very nice, kind, and smiled (even though it was quite late by this time and we're sure they were ready to go home!)

We were asked to go down to the Processing room and fill out paperwork. Now we anxiously await the results!

Friday, December 9, 2011

America's Got Talent - Playing on the Beach

We arrived safe and sound in California this morning! We saved our pennies and were able to fly this time; what a blessing.

We rented a car and went to the beach. Had a fun picnic lunch and played in the cold ocean.

Having a wonderful time!


Beautiful day

Thursday, November 24, 2011

America's Got Talent - Thanksgiving Day Performance

Happy Thanksgiving!

We had a wonderful lunch with family and relatives at Sweet's Island Restaurant. Afterward, we performed the songs we've been working on for AGT.

On-stage at Sweet's; exciting times!

Wednesday, November 23, 2011

America's Got Talent - Rehearsal at Best in Music

It's almost Thanksgiving. We're so grateful for family and friends who support and love us unconditionally.

Tamara is in town and we've had a busy day practicing for AGT.

Posing it up; Tanya, Natalie, Tiffany, Tamara, and Christina

Sunday, November 20, 2011

America's Got Talent - Another Practice

Another day, another practice!

Natalie, Tanya, Tiffany, and Christina