Run Away

Bïa and David Myles accepted this invitation to a Rendez-Vous with great enthusiasm, but deep down inside, they both felt like they were invited on a blind date where they had to create new music and immerse themselves in each other’s music. This could have been challenging, but as soon as they met in CBC Montreal’s studio 12, they immediately felt a connection.

Originally from Brazil, now living in Montreal, Bïa is an accomplished singer-songwriter who also enjoys performing other people’s songs in French, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian or English, following her heart and musical tastes. Originally from Fredericton, now living in Halifax, singer songwriter David Myles has a style of his own, which blends jazz, blues, pop and folk influences into original arrangements and beautiful harmonies. On his latest album, Into the Sun, David Myles explores his long-time love of Brazilian and African music.

They had never met before, but they found out during this session that they both have so much in common. A love of music, joy and laughter, complicit smiles and plain simple fun were all over this Rendez-Vous session. She brought a touch of Brazilian sounds to his music, he brought his charming voice and heartfelt trumpet playing to her songs.

A joyful, sunny and friendly musical experience.

View this story at CBC Music – Rendez-vous

David recently recorded a duet with Canadian soprano Measha Brueggergosman for her new album I’ve Got a Crush On You. The album is released on April 17 and the song titled “Whole To My Half” is the first single from the album. You can listen to the duet on Bandcamp, here.

David is performing with Measha at Trinity St. Paul’s in Toronto on April 20. Show starts at 8:00 PM and you can purchase tickets here.

Thanks to everyone for their support.

I wanted to send a quick note to let you know about two things:

1) I’m doing a bunch of big shows over the next couple weeks and would love to see you and/or someone you know there.

2) I’ve been nominated for a couple ECMAs that are voted on by the public and I would really love your support. http://bellaliant.net/ecma

First, the upcoming shows! If you happen to be in any of these cities, it would be wicked to see you. Otherwise, please feel free to spread the word to anyone you think might be interested.
Here they are:

Burlington – Wednesday, March 21st – Burlington Performing Arts Centre
Ottawa – Thursday, March 22nd – National Arts Centre
Perth – Friday, March 23rd – Perth and District Collegiate Auditorium
Toronto – Saturday, March 24th – Glenn Gould Studio
Victoria, BC – Thursday, March 29th – Lucky Bar
Burnaby, BC – Saturday, March 31st – Shadbolt Centre For The Arts

On the ECMA (East Coast Music Award) front, I’ve been lucky enough to be nominated for 5 this year. Especially exciting is that I was nominated for Entertainer Of The Year and Video of the Year, both of which are voted on publicly. That means you, my friend, hold the key to me being able to take home some sweet hardware this year! Please feel free to wield that power at http://bellaliant.net/ecma.

Thanks, as always, for the support. You rule.

David

P.S. Here’s the video that was nominated. It was made by my good friend Hiep Vu. He rules.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NY-E_aQQWFU

It’s been one heckuva busy few weeks but all is rolling along beautifully. Had a blast with the Valentine’s Day ecard promotion (thanks for sending those along, I hope you dug the song!) spent a few great days at the North American Folk Alliance in Memphis, and just spent some time in Toronto singing and hanging out with my good friend, opera singing superstar Measha Brueggergosman. Good times.

Now I’m getting set for some really wicked shows coming up in March. I’m particularly excited for first time shows at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa on March 22nd and at Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto on March 24th!! Hoping to sell those puppies out so if you or your friends are in the area, come on out! Also playing a bunch of other really cool shows throughout the month. Check em out:

Fri. March 2 – Bicentennial Theatre, Musquodobit
Sat. March 3 – Osprey Arts Centre, Shelburne
Wed. March 7 – Theatre Petit Champlain, Quebec City
Sun. March 11 – Centre Culturel de Beloeil, Beloeil
Tues. March 20 – Upstairs Jazz Club, Montreal
Wed. March 21 – The Burlington Performing Arts Centre, Burlington
Thurs. March 22 – National Arts Centre, Ottawa
Fri. March 23 – Perth and District Collegiate Auditorium, Perth
Sat. March 24 – CBC Glenn Gould Studio, Toronto
Thurs. March 29 – Lucky on Yates, Victoria
Sat. March 31 – Centre for the Arts, Burnaby

I hope to see you soon! Thanks so much for the support.
David

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