Opera in Jamaica???
By Gina Tsirmpas on Monday October 4, 2021
A few weeks ago I had the pleasure to escort a "destination wedding familiarization press trip" to the island where reggae music was born...
A few weeks ago I had the pleasure to escort a "destination wedding familiarization press trip" to the island where reggae music was born, Jamaica. I travel a lot, basically, I live out of a suitcase and after 16 years of traveling as much as I do I must admit that I still get very excited when I land in Jamaica. Why?? I love the people (I have never met more genuine and hospitable people), the culture, the history, the food, the beaches, but who wouldn’t love the Island and birthplace of Bob Marley!?!
When in Jamaica one expects they will only hear reggae music...On the last evening of our “fam trip” I spotted a very special man, Rory Frankson. I met Rory back in 2005 in Ocho Rios, he has left a strong impression on me, actually, he leaves a strong impression on everyone he meets. Rory is the most talented artist that I have ever met; he has a voice that is so powerful and a voice you can’t forget. As this was the last evening of our “Destination Weddings Journey” I wanted to end the trip with a grand finale, I knew if I asked Rory to sing for my group my mission would be accomplished and it certainly was! As we were sitting outside enjoying some cocktails I announced to the group that Rory was going to do a private performance for us...I knew they were all expecting to hear reggae but instead they heard opera...yes opera! To be honest, I have never been much of an opera fan but when I hear Rory sing something happens, his voice captures my attention, his songs are so powerful that they actually bring tears to my eyes, I was not the only one with tears; my group was in total “AWE” of him! Words can not describe this mans voice... Lori Pannia from TheRingBearer.ca said it best “GOOSEBUMPS”! I am so grateful that Rory gave us the perfect ending to an amazing journey!!!
All the best,
Gina
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Here is a little more information on Rory Frankson:
Rory Frankson began his Classical Singing career performing as an entertainer at Sandals, Beaches and Royal Plantation resorts in Jamaica, Bahamas, St Lucia, Turks & Caicos and Antigua. In 2008, SPI Entertainment produced Rory's 1st CD. On December 4, 2021 Rory released his CD during a concert at Beaches Turks & Caicos 2009 Star Awards. During the release performance, Rory dedicated "another Day In Paradise" written by Phil Collins, to Sandals Chairman Butch Stewart, the Stewart Family and the Sandals Foundation for their continued hard work to combat the afflictions of the poor in Jamaica and across the Caribbean. Rory plans to dedicate his career to "giving back". Rory Frankson can be contacted at 4 East Street, Montego Bay, Jamaica; or by email at [email protected]. Telephone contact can be made at 876-856-2353 or Fax to 876-952-7264.
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