Muirsical Guest-Lists: Charlie, Washington D.C.
 
FabricationsHQ visitor 'Charlie', as she likes to be called, has provided an interesting and eclectic song list. Over to you, Charlie...
 
The rock era was pretty much wasted on me. Janis Joplin and Jimmy Hendrix simply hurt my ears and gave me headaches. But I did enjoy many of the bands during the height of their popularity in the 70's and 80's.
I detested screamers and those who could barely carry a tune, but I do enjoy knowing what other people like, and why they like it.
My list of favorites crosses a diverse genre. Voice has to be first and foremost for me, and then arrangement.
These are my Top 10 all-time favorites, in no particular order.

Amazing Grace
By Scottish pipe band (of course!) or by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir.
The skirl of the pipes, or shear volume of the voices in the choir, are sure to bring a lump to my throat.

Oh Shenandoah
Another throat choker for me. Reminiscent of a time of turmoil, with brother against brother, but a song of the beauty of the South land. Instrumentally or vocally, the effect can be very emotional.

Believe (performed by Josh Groban)
For some reason this song actually makes me cry, but tears of joy its so beautifully done. If pressed, I would have to say my all time favorite.
Ordered to be played at my memorial service when I have gone.
And, in the words of John Denver: "forgotten by many, remembered by few."

Imagine - John Lennon
Simply beautiful and reflective (I prefer it sung by someone other than Mr Lennon though - sorry, John!).

Why Can't This Night Go On Forever - Journey
Featuring the incomparable Steve Perry, I have erotic fantasies when I hear this (Oops, information overload!).

Some Days are Diamonds, Some Days are Stone - John Denver
Just a real feel good, toe tapper. One of those songs that once you hear it, you can't get the damn thing out of your head.

Battle Hymn Of The Republic
Sends chills up and down my spine, and the hairs on the back of my neck stand tall.

Easy to Fall - Journey
The musical arrangement is, in my humble opinion, brilliant.

Patiently - Journey (live recordings circa 1978-1980)
Steve Perry's vocal ability transcends my expectations of any male vocalist, known to me in my lifetime.

Smile (written by Charlie Chaplain)
Beautiful in it's simplicity and a great song about, as the Brits would say, "keeping a stiff upper lip."

Charlie
Washington D.C.