From Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood, through the turbulence of the 1960’s and on into the 21st century, the songs of Neil Diamond continue to attract new fans to go along with the legions of old.
A show such as Jason Scott’s Diamond Forever a Celebration of Neil Diamond is an extremely entertaining recognition to the music and talent of this legendary singer-songwriter.
“Neil Diamond has recorded his music so many times, and changed it so much, that interpreting that music can in itself be an art,” says Jason Scott, creator and performance artist for the one man live stage extravaganza. “When you look at Neil Diamond’s history and career of six decades, you realize the music and the possibilities of that music are unlimited.”
Certainly Neil Diamond is not just a simple songwriter, but a composer and performer as well. His music has that universality and timelessness that transcends his own personality, and the personalities of anyone performing his music. The proof of this is the audience itself, crossing all generations, with new fans added every year, and the songs themselves, which are so well known as to be archetypal.
Jason Scott’s musical resume is impeccable. He began attending a Conservatory of Music in Toronto at the age of 5, achieving first degree honors and graduation by age 15. In his 20s, Scott toured extensively with nightclub and concert bands and in his thirties Jason was a Canadian record label signed recording artist, writer and performer.
2005 in Las Vegas, Sccott was the first ever Canadian international performer to win the “Be a Legend” celebrity tribute artist competition as Neil Diamond, at the Imperial Palace Hotel and Casino. A well received audition followed with On Stage Entertainment owners of the world famous Legends in Concert.
Scott’s Diamond Forever a Celebration of Neil Diamond is an exciting, must-see evening’s entertainment event. Enhanced by background stories, humor, authentic costuming, studio recorded audio tracks and incredibly realistic “spot on” vocals, this highly audience interactive show creates a sight and sound experience that transports delighted Neil Diamond fans, old and young, down memory lane.
Such an experience is Diamond Forever a Celebration of Neil Diamond coming to the Comox Royal Canadian Legion upstairs hall Sept. 29 . Tickets are $25. Doors are 6 p.m. and showtime is 7 p.m
Tickets are available at the Comox Royal Canadian Legion. For information call 250-339-2022 or 250-339-2112.