The Vocal
Artist 
What is a classical
tenor to do when he doesn’t want to sing opera? Like most
classically-trained tenors, Patrick Stalinski can list many
of the master works among his repertoire. While Patrick’s
early career focused on classical sacred performances, his real
passion is to re-create traditional music in new ways. For those
who would not normally listen to classical music, he strives
to give them a taste of music’s power and still feel like
they are listening to something new. He sometimes describes
the genre-stretching style of his first two albums as “classically-flavored
new age pop.”
A rare ‘natural’
tenor, Patrick’s range and versatility are evidenced throughout
his work. From Bach Cantatas to Broadway tunes, he’s even
dared to sing Denver, bringing audiences to tears with his own
rendition of Annie’s Song. He is a torch song tenor, a
la Rondstadt’s ‘Round Midnight but with the power
and passion of Pavarotti.
The Recordings
A trip to Boulder,
Colorado in 1996 cemented a relationship with composer Yves
Vincent of San Diego, who began writing new arrangements to
accompany Patrick's natural tenor voice. Pat believed it wasn't
enough to simply sing the familiar songs in their traditional
way, and the soul of Yves' arrangements made the perfect match
to the passion of his voice. Yves says, “Patrick’s
clear voice sings straight to the soul.”
In March 1997,
the pair completed their first release, To Sing A Prayer, which
includes such favorites as Ave Maria, Amazing Grace and the
moving spiritual, Were You There? In their second album, Christmas
Reborn, the team risks again the boundaries of traditional music
genres with a sound that transcends them all. While demonstrating
his passion and versatility, Patrick’s Christmas album
makes listeners dance, cry, smile … and well, really listen.
“Once in a while, something unusual and unique happens
in the music business...Pat's Christmas CD is one.”
— Josquin des Pres, Composer with Bernie Taupin, and Producer,
The Young Dubliners
“Angelic. Spiritual.”
— Oregon fan
“His voice is clear and resonates with sincerity.
He honestly sounds as though he really believes in what he is
singing. A very good artist!”
— MP3.com listener
“There has not been anything new on the Christmas music
scene for a long time...this is it.”
— California fan
For booking
and appearances, e-mail
us or phone (309) 310-8600
