A Tribute to Judy Garland
Starring David de Alba

After the preliminary video introduction by author James Smith and an excitingly arranged overture, David, as Judy Garland, walked on-stage and let them have it as soon as he came into view.   He was dressed in a knee-length beaded black dress and matching open jacket which was replaced by several other attractive jackets as the show developed.   Slimmer than in recent times, looking younger and better than ever, David opened the show with “Hello Bluebird”.   Whether he belted out “If Love Were All”, or “Zing Went the Strings of my Heart”, or whether he sang with a thread of voice, “What Now My Love”, or the famous “Over the Rainbow”, David put across the old Garland magic far more successfully than in recent previous shows!

This was David’s one woman/man? show, and he seemingly mesmerized the audience from start to finish.   The applause was continuous after each number, and bravos were shouted with the intensity and sincerity of true fans.   David was acclaimed not only for his singing performance but for his little jokes poking fun at himself and for some very amusing Garland anecdotes.   There was a touching moment when his elderly Mom Tila, who was sitting in front row center, called out his name somewhat disoriented, and David answered her to appease her and explained to the audience what was occurring.   David also handled a slightly annoying heckler in the audience with the utmost class 'till the fellow was removed by security.

Some of the songs he sang had a volume that threatened to bend his mike stand into an inverted U.   He followed with “The Man That Got Away” at possibly a trifle higher volume.   Conspicuously absent from his repertoire was “Rockabye Your Baby”, which is one of his platinum renditions and a favorite of his fans.

David’s range is at his best and it possesses tonal qualities that set him apart from any other illusionist of his era.   More importantly, his voice is an instrument of incredible emotional nuance.   Whatever song David sings, one is always acutely aware of what seems to be an instinctively phrasing specifically designed with YOU personally in mind, unavoidable and inescapable.   There are no bells and whistles.   He, as Judy, stands up there and sings and sways to the music.   He just lets that voice carry the evening.   David de Alba’s act has a winning and engaging simplicity that may make it the best show in Las Vegas as far as true talent goes.

David has an amazing voice, and does an excellent performance of Judy Garland music and storytelling!

I very much enjoyed seeing the "Tribute to Judy Garland" show on Saturday afternoon with David deAlba. He is talented beyond mention. Learning about Finocchio's was just an added plus.

David, your performance yesterday, as always, was you at your best.   Your costumes are outstanding and the special effects excellent.

I'm very proud to have the friendship of this great artist named David de Alba and I had the opportunity to see him for the first time, performing masterfully live in a theater of this City of Las Vegas last week, in a very nice tribute to the always lovely Judy Garland.   [I wish] we had more talents like him.   Congratulations David and keep sharing your art with us.

Just amazing!   Esta transformación es cada vez mejor. Muchas gracias por la deferencia.   Me alegro por todas las opiniones positivas de quienes vieron el espectáculo.   Suerte a David y que siga cosechando éxitos.

The concert was super on June 28th.   The audience surrounding me was impressed, and commented on your stage presentation.   We hope you will continue to have more concerts in the near future. . . Your loyal follower, Betty.

I smiled with pleasure when you sang.   I chuckled at your stories . . . but when you sang "Over the Rainbow" I felt the tears fall.   Thank you honey, for taking me back in time.   Love, Thelma.

Saturday we went to see David de Alba perform his tribute to the fabulous Judy Garland and what a wonderful experience.   He not only does an excellent portrayal of this beloved legend, he delivers it with the utmost style, grace and dignity.   It was refreshing to enjoy such a humble professional with class instead of clown.   There is no doubt that David de Alba is indeed a legend himself.