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Andrea Bocelli | Because We Believe

Bocelli’s “Because We Belive” has a textbook example of a “common tone” modulation: a single note is sustained through key change, thus transforming its harmonic function. And the second, at 4:20, is the rare downward modulation, moving from E to D. David Foster is at the keys (he co-wrote the song with his daughter Amy for the 2006 Turin Olympics).

Barry Manilow | Mandy

Barry Manilow makes his MotD debut with his 1974 hit “Mandy,” with a vintage music video to boot! The track was a #1 hit and cemented his career as a performer. Modulation at 2:40.

Celine Dion | The Power of the Dream

Here’s Celine Dion performing live at the 1996 Olympic Games with “The Power of the Dream.” Her performance was heard by 100,000 people in the arena as well as 3.5 billion others worldwide. The modulation is at 3:18.

NYT: David Foster, the Godfather of Schmaltz

From today’s New York Times: David Foster is responsible for composing and/or producing many of the songs that have been featured on MotD over the years (and on today’s Celine post you can find him at the piano!)

Yolanda Adams | I Gotta Believe

Here’s Yolanda Adams with “I Gotta Believe” (2001). Dubbed the “Reigning Queen of Urban Gospel” by Variety and Billboard‘s #1 Gospel Artist of the 2000s, Adams has sold over 8 million albums worldwide. Modulation at 2:48.

David Archuleta | Something ‘Bout Love

Here’s David Archuleta with “Something ‘Bout Love” (2010). Key change at 3:03.

Randy Rainbow | You Can’t Stop His Tweets

As I’ve said before, I try to stay away from politics on this page as much as possible, but Randy Rainbow came out with a new video today, and it’s too good to resist posting. The whole thing is just brilliant, but for our purposes here at MoTD the important moment is at 4:21. Enjoy!