Free Time Guidance

One of the most infamous French recording artists, in history, is Celine Dion. Celine Dion is an extremely talented artist who is able to sell millions of copies, of her albums, in a matter of days – even after so many years in the business. She not only catches the attention of French audiences, but English audiences as well.

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While headlining in Las Vegas, nearly every performance was sold out. Her talent, and magical vocals, has captured the hearts of many adoring fans. She puts on a show that not only speaks to your soul, but also entertains your visual senses. The costumes are phenomenal and choreography is unspeakably impressive. The combination of her moving vocals and the performance that she so passionately displays, continually captures the attention of new and existing fans.

Celine Dion was born in March of 1968 in Quebec, Canada; she had 13 siblings; and began writing her own songs by the time she was 12 years of age. Her mother and brother produced a home recording of Celine performing her very first song. Celine’s brother was so moved by the performance that he mailed it to Rene Angelil, a name he got off one of the records they had at home.

After listening to the recording, Angelil was impressed, and requested a live performance from Celine. He was so moved, by her performance that he promised to help make a name for her. Angelil did as promised and produced Celine’s first two French albums. At the age of 15 she was presented with the French Gold record, this was a first in Canadian history.

By the age of 18, Celine was insistent on becoming a pop star. Angelil helped Celine to change her look, giving her what she needed to be noticed. During this time, Celine went to school to learn English, giving her a chance, not only on the French market, but in America too. Not too long after this transformation, Celine’s albums hit the American Market, with several songs hitting the charts.

At the age of 23 Celine was approached, by Disney, to perform the theme song for “Beauty and the Beast”. The following year Celine was awarded with a Grammy and an Oscar for this performance. During this time, her second English album was also released.

In 1997, she had another opportunity of a lifetime, to perform the song “My Heart Will Go On” for the soundtrack to the movie “Titanic”. With Celine’s range of octaves, that she so eloquently hits, this was another opportunity for her to share her magical vocal talent with the world.

In 1999, Celine took a small break to nurse her husband back to health while he was being treated for cancer. In 2001, Celine and Angelil became the proud parents of a gorgeous son.

Canada, her home country, continued to support Celine throughout her entire career. When she was due to tour through her home province of Quebec, the tickets sold out within two hours! Celine continues to produce albums in both English and French, while also balancing her family life. She is a beloved, talented, woman who has melted the hearts of many.