What is in store for a group that won Contemporary A Cappella Recording Awards, with over 6 million hit in Youtube single, has toured over 30 countries on 5 continents, and has gained popularity in Europe and the United States?
Born on the streets of New York City, Naturally 7 is known for pioneering a unique form of "Vocal play". The group not only sings but also creates every backing instrument heard on their songs — the drum set, guitar, harmonica, trombone and even the DJ scratching is created from the human voice. There are no actual instrument, it is the group members playing each of their vocal instruments.
Naturally 7 has played more than 1,000 shows, each has been a hit. For their upcoming Hong Kong tour, the group will not only bring along their classic hits like Fix You, but also new songs specifically created for this upcoming tour, presenting the Hong Kong audience with an auditory feast like no other.
The performance will run for about 1 hours 45 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.
Audience is strongly advised to arrive punctually. Latecomers will only be admitted during the intermission or at a suitable break.
The programme does not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
The presenter reserves the right to change the programme and substitute artists.
Naturally 7 was founded in 1999 by brothers Roger and Warren Thomas in New York, who recruited five other singers the brothers had come to know. Over the years, the group has been storming worldwide thanks to their critically acclaimed and unique "vocal play" technique — more than imitating the sounds of instruments, but turn into an instrument like drum set, guitar and trombone etc. Together with styles like R&B and rhythm, they demonstrate an incredible mastery of vocal performance. They transform into an ensemble on stage, producing musical sounds so well that people would believe they were hearing real instruments. American renowned producer Quincy Jones acclaimed them as "the best a cappella group in the world".
As the special guest of internationally acclaimed singer Michael Bublé, Naturally 7 has been met with standing ovations nightly in Europe, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and the United States during three world tours with over 500 shows since 2010. In addition to Bublé, the group has also shared stage with numerous icons in legendary venues, with their world-famous fans include former American President Barack Obama, and Bill and Melinda Gates.
Naturally 7 has also been invited to perform on some of the biggest shows in the world, such as the Vancouver Winter Olympics in 2010 and the FIFA Awards in 2017, and has been lending their talents in support of causes for children with World Vision, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, STOMP OUT BULLYING, and many other worthy initiatives.
The group has recorded a number of CDs over the years. With the release of their latest project, 20/20, Naturally 7 comes full circle, adding a fresh spin on 20 fan favorites selected by fans all over the world. For the members of Naturally 7, it is a privilege to do what they love and bring so much joy to the hearts of their fans each and every night. Up to date, Naturally 7 is performing more than 150 shows a year. Hong Kong will be the first stop in their Asia tour this year. They are now working hard to create new songs, hoping to bring to Hong Kong audience a hot mix of new compositions and their classics, and to fill up the stage with infinite passion and energy in late September.
Roger Thomas (4th tenor, keys & guitar, primary vocal arranger)
Warren Thomas (Tenor & baritone, drums)
Roderick “DJ Rod” Eldridge (2nd tenor, DJ scratching, rhythm guitar)
Ricky Cort (1st tenor, lead guitar)
Dwight Stewart (Baritone, trombone)
Sean Simmonds (3rd tenor, harmonica)
N'namdi Bryant (Bass, low instruments)
Information provided by the artists
Vocal Infinity Workshop
Naturally 7 will introduce how they have developed into a 'Vocal Play' band, and to demonstrate this specially-branded skill that they are really proud of. Through interaction and participation, audience will be able to experience and explore the charisma and possibility of the human voice.
Date: 27 Sep 2023 (Wed)
Time: 7:30pm
Venue: Recital Hall, Hong Kong City Hall
Ticket price: $100 (Free Seating)
Conducted in English
The workshop will run for about 1 hour and 30 minutes
Tickets available from 10 August at all URBTIX outlets, self-service ticketing kiosks, on internet, by mobile app and telephone.
Half-price tickets available for senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, full-time students and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients (limited tickets for CSSA recipients available on a first come, first served basis).
"Great Music" Package Discount
For each purchase of standard tickets for the ‘A Cappella Concert by Naturally 7’, ‘Warabe by Kodo’, ‘Piano Duo Recital by Lucas & Arthur Jussen’, ‘Violin Recital by Leonidas Kavakos’, ‘China Broadcasting Chinese Orchestra (24/10)’ , ‘China Broadcasting Chinese Orchestra (25/10)’ and ‘Jazz Concert by Eliane Elias’, the following concession applies:
10% off for any 2 programmes, 15% off for any 3 programmes, 20% off for any 4 or more programmes.
"Great Music" Group Booking Discount
For each purchase of standard tickets for the ‘A Cappella Concert by Naturally 7’, ‘Warabe by Kodo’, ‘Piano Duo Recital by Lucas & Arthur Jussen’, ‘Violin Recital by Leonidas Kavakos’, ‘China Broadcasting Chinese Orchestra (24/10)’ , ‘China Broadcasting Chinese Orchestra (25/10)’ and ‘Jazz Concert by Eliane Elias’, the following concession applies:
10% off for 4 – 9 tickets, 15% off for 10 – 19 tickets, 20% off for 20 or more tickets.
Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discount offers.
Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discount offers.
"Great Music" Package Discount and "Great Music" Group Booking Discount is not applicable to tickets for Vocal Infinity Workshop by Naturally 7.
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