Biography
Greetings from GRATHY, also know to some as Mary McGrath.
As a musician, primarily I'm a jazz vocalist. Some of my vocal influences include Diana Krall, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Buble and Sarah Vaughn. I love to scat, and also compose a bit, largely incorporating vocals into my own creations. But I really prefer to collaborate, usually adding lyrics and vocals into others
creations.
Here are some music links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32d981TFlpg
http://cdbaby.com/cd/mcgrathnasr
http://cdbaby.com/cd/marymcgrath
http://cdbaby.com/cd/mcgrathnasr2
Beyond music, I'm also a freelance writer and photographer. My work has been featured in a number of magazines, newspapers, books and on several web sites. Some of these include Newsweek, Wall St. Journal, Rangefinder Magazine, Good Housekeeping, The National Lampoon, Shutterbug Magazine, Copley Newspapers, and many other publications.
In 2008, I was profiled in the Wall St. Journal regarding my creative endeavors.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122401014743333259.html
For more information, a list of my credits and sample stories, go to:
http://www.marymcgrathphotography.com
or if you're hungry, visit one of my dining columns...
http://www.examiner.com/x-7315-Culver-City-Restaurant-Examiner
I'm enjoying learning from all of you, since I largely compose by ear. You're all an inspiration, and I thank you for your support!
Thanks to SoulSurvivor for the graphic on this page!
As a musician, primarily I'm a jazz vocalist. Some of my vocal influences include Diana Krall, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Buble and Sarah Vaughn. I love to scat, and also compose a bit, largely incorporating vocals into my own creations. But I really prefer to collaborate, usually adding lyrics and vocals into others
creations.
Here are some music links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32d981TFlpg
http://cdbaby.com/cd/mcgrathnasr
http://cdbaby.com/cd/marymcgrath
http://cdbaby.com/cd/mcgrathnasr2
Beyond music, I'm also a freelance writer and photographer. My work has been featured in a number of magazines, newspapers, books and on several web sites. Some of these include Newsweek, Wall St. Journal, Rangefinder Magazine, Good Housekeeping, The National Lampoon, Shutterbug Magazine, Copley Newspapers, and many other publications.
In 2008, I was profiled in the Wall St. Journal regarding my creative endeavors.
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122401014743333259.html
For more information, a list of my credits and sample stories, go to:
http://www.marymcgrathphotography.com
or if you're hungry, visit one of my dining columns...
http://www.examiner.com/x-7315-Culver-City-Restaurant-Examiner
I'm enjoying learning from all of you, since I largely compose by ear. You're all an inspiration, and I thank you for your support!
Thanks to SoulSurvivor for the graphic on this page!
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| The value of creativity | October 25, 2008 |
Creativity can take many forms. I was recently profiled in the Wall St. Journal regarding my creative endeavors. We all have so many gifts of expression. I encourage all of you to explore your personal talents. I know I'm enjoying pursuing mine!
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