LINDA NORRIS
”Beautiful and Talented” with an extensive musical
backround. After studying with such renowned coaches
as Joseph Bousard (H.B. Studios in New York City),
Robert Diehl (Garden City, Long Island), and
conductor/director Abraham Kaplin (New York School
of Choral Studios), Linda has performed in numerous
national stage productions, recorded many albums
and has performed in Branson, MO with members
of the world famous OSMOND FAMILY. Linda recently became a member of the prestigious National Arts Club (www.nationalartsclub.org) in NYC, whose mission is to stimulate, foster and promote public interest in the arts and educate the American People in the fine arts. Along with the National Arts Club, Linda is also a member of the League of Professional Theatre Women (www.theatrewomen.org) whose focus is to promote visibility and increase opportunities for women in the Professional Theatre. Linda is the
Co-founder and the Director of Lehigh Valley Idol,
a business dedicated to developing the talents of
others and since 1987, Linda has been performing,
in what entertainment reporter Charles Cohn refers
to as “a dynamic duo-Norris and James!”
Linda balances a heavy performance schedule, hectic
business schedule, mothering and being a wife, with a
unique wisdom and grace. She touches many hearts
with her performances, her powerful voice reaching
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GARY JAMES
www.gjmusicman.com
Gary James is a multi-faceted producer, entertainer, and humanitarian, who for over the past 25 years, has obtained success both on and off the stage. Through his vast
experience in the entertainment industry and in addition to songwriting, Gary has produced numerous radio and television commercials, developed and supervised most of
the companies merchandising business(s), created, produced, directed, and performed in numerous international stage shows, written over 250 songs and recorded 5 albums
Mayor John Callahan recently designated February 5th as “GARY JAMES DAY” in the city of Bethlehem (Gary’s hometown) citing Gary’s many accomplishments and
dedication to community.
Gary received numerous awards from the United States Air force including a Commendation Medal and has many other awards for his patriotic efforts. Gary is the co-founder of the non-profit organization “4 THE ART OF IT” (formerly known as the Family Success Network) and he is president and CEO of Gary James Publishing LLC and co-creator and co-founder of the award
winning musical duo “Norris & James”
According to Gary, of his many accomplishments, the acclaimed Pascal “SONG AND SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR” for his composition “For the Children” remains among his favorites as it was his first award. Gary is the author of the Family Fun Book dedicated to strengthening interpersonal relationships and families everywhere and has had the honor of entertaining with members of the World Famous OSMOND FAMILY for which he received an honorary gold record. Gary has been writing songs since age eight, plays over 30 different musical instruments, and is an accomplished vocalist, no small task considering Gary never had a music lesson and does not read music. In an era in which most songs are composed by teams, Gary is the sole composer of dozens of songs that endeared him to his audience. His songwriting skills, both music and lyrics, are second to none. MERRILL OSMOND of the world famous Osmond Family says “Gary has the ability, the charisma and the talent to reach deep into the heart of all that is right within the world”.
Under Gary’s leadership, The Children’s Miracle Network (Geisinger), Lehigh Valley Idol, “4 THE ART OF IT”, First Night Bethlehem Inc. and Gary James Publishing LLC have become some of the most successful, community support companies available to date, serving millions of Children, Families, and Individuals around the world.
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