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Follow on Google News | Freedom Hall Presents Two of Hearts with Benjamin Utecht and Anne CochranBenjamin Utecht and Anne Cochran perform a collection of romantic songs on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at Freedom Hall in Park Forest. The performance takes place at 11:00 am. Tickets are $13.
By: Freedom Hall Their flawless partnership celebrates this album, which was released in 2013. Two of Hearts: Cherished Love Song Duets features 12 all-time favorite love songs, from beloved standards such as “Unforgettable” About Benjamin Utecht: Utecht, a native of Hastings, MN, grew up with both football and music captivating his life. From dabbling in football as a child to becoming a 4-year starter for the University of Minnesota, he had established a professional career in the NFL with the Indianapolis Colts and the Cincinnati Bengals as a starting tight end. With a Super Bowl win under his belt, Utecht is a familiar name to all football fans, and now, he’s moving on to conquer the entertainment world. Blessed with a commanding voice, Utecht began singing publicly in the fifth grade and had joined several choirs and churches throughout his youth. Performing the National Anthem on collegiate and professional platforms allowed larger crowds to recognize his talent, singing at the sold-out Cincinnati Reds home opener of 2010 and also accepting the opportunity to sing in front of President George H.W. Bush and President George W. Bush at a political rally. Utecht is very passionate about his music, which is full of depth and soul. His songs express true honesty and sensitivity, writing from personal experience, connecting with audiences on a very real level. He launched a self-titled debut album with Stylos Records in 2009 and a holiday CD Christmas Hope in 2011. Utecht had also performed with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra under the conduction of Erich Kunzel, the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra with gospel music legend, Sandi Patty, and most recently as a guest on Jim Brickman’s tour. About Anne Cochran: Born and raised in Cleveland, OH, Cochran has established herself in the music industry through numerous solo albums (Thinking of You, Lucky Girl, Cover Girl, This is the Season, Close to Me, Christmas Wish) and accompanying Brickman on several recordings, TV specials, and live appearances on tour. Brickman and Cochran had a Top 5 Adult Contemporary hit single “After All These Years” in 1998. Throughout her career, Cochran has shared many memorable duets with renowned artists such as Donny Osmond, Michael Feinstein, Michael Bolton, Wayne Brady, Linda Edder, Tracy Silverman, Collin Raye, Dave Koz, Greek tenor Mario Frangoulis, Broadway's Mike Eldred, Jeff Timmons, Kristy Starling, Orlagh Fallon, Richie McDonald and Mark Masri. She has also performed for Stars On Ice at Madison Square Garden and Gund Arena, NBC’s A Golden Moment, and has performed with numerous symphony and pops orchestras of Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Minneapolis, Phoenix, Louisville, Kansas City, Hartford, Cincinnati, Nashville, and Columbus. Tickets for Two of Hearts are $13 and may be purchased at Freedom Hall, 410 Lakewood Blvd., Park Forest, or calling the box office at 708-747-0580. For additional information, visit the website at http://freedomhall.org. End
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