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Post by Rick Henry on Nov 19, 2005 20:02:48 GMT -5
 Tim mentioned in the November 2005 Update thread about starting a thread to say "thank you" to Palma Pascale for sharing her story with us. Knowing this is a good idea I decided to start a thread for Palma.
Please be assured in December (after Part Two of her interview goes up on the web site) Palma will be joining us on the forum for a nice chat. I will have more information about time and date in the next few weeks. At that point an email address will be provided where you can contact Palma for further correspondence. Please let me start of by saying to you Palma... you are the best. You have so much talent yet you are so down to earth. I thank you for having taken the time to become a friend and for sharing your story. I am truly enjoying the long version. |
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Post by YesterdayOnceMore on Nov 19, 2005 21:13:45 GMT -5
Palma, thank you so very much for your efforts for those of us here on the forum. We do indeed love Carpenters - Richard and Karen have influenced my life a great deal with their unmatchable music. The harmony and lovely voice of Karen, and the incredible talent of Richard are just , well, the greatest. One of my all time favorite Carpenters songs has always been "Love Me For What I Am." I do like the "darker" lyrics you wrote, yet, can see why RC had Bettis do some "lighter" lyrics for KC to sing. The music of this tune is just incredibly beautiful. Thank you. Being a solo vocal/keyboardist, I have played this song many times and always to much appreciation from my audiences. It's great that you took so much time for us, and we are looking forward to hearing more and more about and from you. You are certainly one talented individual. Many, many thanks. Tim (AKA, Yesterday Once More).  And, thanks, Rick, for starting this thread. 
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Post by cam83 on Nov 20, 2005 1:55:41 GMT -5
Hi Palma,
I really ENJOYED reading your thoughts on the process of being a songstress, and your involvement with Karen and Richard. How awesome. I can't wait to read more. Much thanks!!
Cameron
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Post by enigma on Nov 20, 2005 10:24:27 GMT -5
Thank you Palma you do indeed seem very down to earth and humble considering your incredible talents and impressive resume. As a Carpenters fan and a fan of music in general I am impressed by the songs you wrote and artists you worked with. I also like the style in which you did Ricks interview so personal and so informative. I look forward to the other parts of your interviews. Agiain many thanks for taking the time to share your Carpenters experiences with us and to Rick great job on landing this interview/story thank you Rick for your dedication and hard work to get this interview on the site.   |
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Post by BethMosior on Nov 21, 2005 12:34:12 GMT -5
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Post by BethMosior on Nov 21, 2005 12:57:30 GMT -5
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Post by JIM on Nov 22, 2005 0:06:22 GMT -5
Palma I am so happy that you took the time to offer so many details about your music and time spent working with the Carpenters. Rick is someone who takes his research very seriously and all of us appreciate the fantastic contribution of information that has given me a new perspective into a song that has always been a super favorite of mine. I am looking forward to you joining the site for a personal chat. I am very interested in learning about what inspires you and the steps you take in bringing together the elements of a great song. Jim
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Post by heartwaves on Nov 22, 2005 12:16:43 GMT -5
Just read part 1 of the Palma interview....and now I am VERY anxious to hear the continuation of this interview....how enjoyable & insightful it was to read!!!
Palma is a very 'interestingly' gifted person, who was no doubt, born to write & sing music!!! I love hearing every detail of her experiences...how she came to be in the business, and what the real story is behind the song! I am anxious to learn of her experiences with meeting Richard & Karen!
I write poetry myself, so to hear from a very gifted and accomplished songwriter, is exciting and insightful for me!!!
An excellent interview so far, Rick! Thank you for your time and energy in all this.... & the motivation that inspired you to bring this all together for us! What a gift it is you have given us Carpenter fans!!!!!
And thank you Palma, for being such a dear friend who is openly & happily willing to share her story with us.....it means alot!!!
Now I'm going to have to put my patience into practice to hear the "rest of the story" later on in December. I'll be waiting and ready to read part 2!!!!
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Post by Rick Henry on Nov 23, 2005 2:59:44 GMT -5
Hi all...
I just heard from Palma. She wanted me to tell everyone "thank you for the kind thoughts and words." She says she's so excited about having been able to have her story published on the internet. She's also looking forward to chatting with everyone in December. |
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Post by BethMosior on Nov 23, 2005 11:42:00 GMT -5
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Post by Sammy on Nov 23, 2005 23:27:25 GMT -5
Thank you Palma I enjoyed reading your story. This is another insight into Carpenters music that I didn't know beofre. I look forward to hearing more about some of the other songs you mentioned.
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Post by Rick Henry on Nov 24, 2005 10:32:21 GMT -5
Hi all!
I just heard from Palma last night and she asked me to post the following message for you to read.
From Palma:
Hi Carpenter fans! I feel like I just gained a whole new world of wonderful "friends" and your thread messages have made me feel all WARM and FUZZY! I really LOVE hearing your comments, and I have questions for you too, based on the interesting things you have been telling me about yourselves. I especially LOVE the graphics...all these happy faces, applauding hands, and happy icons...you people are so COMPUTER SAVVY!! (I'm a novice!) I am delighted to be in touch with you all, and you can be sure, I will continue to tell my story in HEAVY DETAIL since you are appreciating it so much! Thanks for cheering me on. Stay tuned!!! Warmest Wishes, Palma |
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Post by Rick Henry on Nov 24, 2005 11:13:51 GMT -5
In addition to the comment from Palma I posted in the previous post. Palma also wanted me to share some of her music with you.
Below is a sound clip of one of her songs named "Free Of You". |
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Post by heartwaves on Nov 24, 2005 11:44:13 GMT -5
Just listened to Palma's song.....what a beautiful song and what an equally beautiful voice!!! She almost sounds like Karen, I'm amazed! I would be interested in hearing more from Palma......thank you so much for sharing this with us, Palma.....and Rick!!!
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Post by Dave on Nov 25, 2005 11:52:57 GMT -5
Dear Palma;
Thank your for sharing your story with us. I like the part about the lyrics coming to you in a dream...I do some of my best work when I'm sleeping sometimes. Your voice is wonderful. I am a field service engineer by trade, and I have been to Astoria several times and JFL once, all for service work.
For some strange reason, your song "Free of You" reminded me of Weird Al's "One More Minute". I tend to be a humorist, and love to laugh. I look forward to reading more about your time with the Carpenters.
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Post by Ming on Nov 26, 2005 10:22:09 GMT -5
Palma's voice is very beautiful! I love this song. Thank you for sharing with us, Palma.
Ming
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Post by Rick Henry on Nov 29, 2005 22:57:54 GMT -5
Here's an update for everybody Palma has agreed to join us for a SATURDAY NIGHT BASEMENT PARTY. |
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Post by karen69roland on Nov 29, 2005 23:32:35 GMT -5
 Sorry, I'm late on this one...
I'm half-way into reading Palma's first part of her bio..., I will finish later..., very interesting so far.
..., and I just heard the small clip of her song..., nice atmosphere..., I like it.
I will give my opinion on here bio(story of LMFWIA) as soon as I'm finished reading it. [glow=red,2,300][/glow][shadow=red,left,300] [/shadow][shadow=red,left,300]Roland Chayer[/shadow][shadow=red,left,300] [/shadow] |
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hope your Birthday was great Palma 
COOOOOOOOOL RICK 
