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Toga party with Singer ArorA Chadbourne

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I was looking forward to last night. There were two big events scheduled. Second Life songstress Arora Chadbourne was performing a special 90 minute concert celebrating her third Rezz Day (3rd anniversary in SL) at a popular sim/club called Junkyard Blues. Also, the Jittery Junco was holding its Grand Opening Party at Hallelujah. Jaysun was my date for the evening, so it promised to be great night of dancing and good company.

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One of the attractions of Second Life is its well developed cultural life. And of the many cultural events in Second Life, especially appealing to me are the inworld live music performances. These performances are very popular and vary widely from vocals to instrumentals, from blues to classical to international. The artists range from rank amateurs to real life professionals. Some of the talent are truly noteworthy. The most noteworthy vocalist in all of Second Life, in my opinion, is Song Goddess ArorA Chadbourne, one of my favorite performers. In real life, ArorA is Jamie Brayden, a professional with an impressive background. She is a true song goddess with a fantastic repertoire which includes country (her professional roots are in Nashville), blues, Broadway, and contemporary, among other styles. She is currently working on a new Jazz/Adult contemporary CD. Her voice is unforgettable. Her Second Life performances are often the highlight of my week in Second Life.

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Arora posing with the 'Best Toga' winners

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Last night, Arora threw her annual Rezz Day party. Toga was this year's theme. I was debating whether or not I would go to the concert dressed in ancient Greek/Roman attire. Well, I finally decided that it would be more fun to be in character, especially as Jaysun was wearing some magnificent armor. I went as an Amazon gladiator. There were over 80 toga-clad fans in attendance, a very large crowd for SL. Arora was definitely having a ball, and her performance was really on. One of the highlights was a hauntingly romantic rendition of Unchained Melody. There was a contest for 'Best Toga' .... JAYSUN AND I WON. We were declared a 'great looking couple', and we jointly shared the prize. It was a memorable ending to a great concert and party.
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Achilles and The Face that Launched a Thousand Ships
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Jittery Junco Grand Opening Party

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After ArorA's concert, Jaysun and I teleported to the Jittery Junco Coffee Shop. The party there was in full swing. We caught the closing numbers of live performer, Jonas Lunasea, a lounge singer who sings the music of the Rat Pack and other performers of that era. It was great fun. The square in front of the coffee house was filled with friends. Everyone was glammed up and looked fantastic. The girls put on a veritable fashion show. We danced til early morning to the music of Martini in the Morning. The dances that Owly made available to us were wonderful in their variety and awesome in their pure 'fun quotient'. It was a great official start to the Jittery Junco and a great community event. I'm very happy that I made my move to Hallelujah.

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Hallelujah owner PT Beardmore looking grand
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Jaysun walking me home in the early morning
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My sister Victoria and me relaxing prior to the evening's parties

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YouTube: ArorA Chabourne Make a Wish:

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Arora's (Jamie Brayden) website with some great sample songs:
http://www.jamiebrayden.com/

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Other great Jamie Brayden websites with songs:
http://www.geocities.com/azsonggoddess/index.html

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http://www.songramp.com/homepage.php?userid=8539

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You must listen to Jamie singing Twist of Fate:

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http://www.songramp.com/mod/mps/viewtrack.php?trackid=56647

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Jittery Junco Coffee House, Hallelujah:
http://slurl.com/secondlife/Hallelujah%20Azul/149/242/24
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