tag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:/blogs/latest-news?p=16Latest News2021-03-04T00:10:00-07:00Mackenzie Tolkfalsetag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/66356852021-05-20T13:44:26-06:002023-04-23T21:41:47-06:00New Single- "Remember Me" now available for streaming!<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><strong>I am thrilled to announce the release of my new single, “Remember Me,” featuring David Tolk.</strong></span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Click here to listen on Spotify." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/5vlnDjharWpr1QmTf9ELBk" target="_blank">Click here to listen on Spotify.</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Click here to listen on Apple Music." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://music.apple.com/us/album/remember-me-feat-david-tolk/1566682362?i=1566682363" target="_blank">Click here to listen on Apple Music.</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Click here to listen on Pandora." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://pandora.app.link/IqImTxc9pgb" target="_blank">Click here to listen on Pandora.</a></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">Throughout life, we all meet many different people. Some remain strangers to us, while others become important parts of our journey. I am grateful for the many wonderful people who have touched and shaped my life, and treasure the beautiful memories we have shared. May we always remember those who have loved us, and seek to spread joy to others we meet on our life’s journey. </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">This song is dedicated to my angel grandmother, Diane, whose love and kindness I remember always.</p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/65644702021-03-04T00:10:00-07:002022-03-02T08:00:54-07:00New Single- "Moments"!<p style="text-align: center;"> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"> I am thrilled to announce the release of my new single, “Moments.”</span></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;"><span class="font_large"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/65aa0edb750bfac50b66fc7eb9e324fa77e584b3/original/8bd03dae-7874-4cf7-8127-b64134205c28.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /> </span></p>
<p><a contents="Click here to listen on Spotify." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/track/7gOIumIBJB3NMzHSBNMFX0?si=9cdc1e2355734ab7">Click here to listen on Spotify.</a></p>
<p><a contents="Click here to listen on Apple Music." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://music.apple.com/us/album/moments-single/1554763532">Click here to listen on Apple Music.</a></p>
<p><a contents="Click here to listen on Pandora." data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://pandora.app.link/LkZMq0Wsleb">Click here to listen on Pandora.</a></p>
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<p style="text-align: center;">I was fortunate to grow up in a home filled with love, and have many treasured memories from my childhood. But the memories that stick with me the most are often simple, little moments, like finding hermit crabs with my siblings on the beach, late night talks and laughs with my mom, playing duets on the piano with my dad, and my husband giving me a yellow flower when we were first getting to know each other as teenagers. And now I’m blessed to create special memories with my own baby boy. While I know we all come from different backgrounds and life is full of ups and downs, my hope is that every person has some moments in life to treasure, and that my new song, “Moments” can help you find and remember them.</p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/62638772020-03-27T11:52:30-06:002020-07-12T13:40:24-06:00Announcement- New Album!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/b248d4941303fe90be8f58b68fc3deb6827c5bea/original/kenz-promo.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p><span class="font_large">I am so excited to announce my next project: I will be releasing another album of spiritual, Celtic-inspired music! This album will be released in the form of monthly singles, then compiled into an album with accompanying digital and physical products becoming available upon release, including sheet music, lyric books and more!</span></p>
<p><span class="font_large">As always, I thank you for your support. The first single of the album is in the works- the title, a folk tune that many know and love, to be announced soon- stay tuned!</span></p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/62315012020-02-28T12:26:57-07:002020-02-28T12:26:57-07:00“Winter Lullaby” now available for streaming!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/6704189f831d84682afc3632981d004164b3b73d/original/4bddd349-15ca-490f-b755-10869c47c7d3.jpeg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Experiencing this lovely winter as a new mother has been beautiful, and I’m excited to share this experience with you through my new single, “Winter Lullaby.” </p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/61720092020-01-24T21:17:01-07:002023-05-31T20:13:34-06:00NEW Sheet Music- On This Journey<p>I am excited to announce that I now have piano sheet music available for my original instrumental piece, "On This Journey." This track has been streamed nearly one million times on Pandora, and I am excited to share it with the world in this way!</p>
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<p>Click <a contents="here" data-link-label="Store" data-link-type="page" href="/store">here</a> to purchase this and other sheet music.</p>
<p>Click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.pandora.com/artist/mackenzie-tolk/believe/on-this-journey/TR4mxbVpwKqxxc6?part=ag&corr=1275917480">here</a> to check out this track on Pandora.</p>
<p>Click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://music.apple.com/us/album/believe/563966397?i=563966404&ign-gact=3&ls=1">here</a> to check out this track on Apple Music.</p>
<p>And click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/track/77S6WcKkshExJHcGIyTVfW">here</a> to check out this track on Spotify.</p>
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<p>Thank you for your support and feel free to leave me a comment and let me know what you think of the sheet music!</p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/59572192019-11-11T19:30:27-07:002019-11-11T19:31:30-07:00The End of a VERY CRAZY YEAR! :)<p>WOW.</p>
<p>My last blog post was published about a year ago, when "Silent Path" was released. Shortly after the album release, I found out that I was pregnant with our first child! 2019 was full of ups and downs as I navigated my first pregnancy, and on August 28th, Andrew Michael Houmand was born. :)</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/8c93f78c6f61f4d2012ea67ef5988e1eb8002855/original/img-5733.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" />We are so in love with our sweet boy. :) </p>
<p>I'm pleased to announce my RETURN to the world of music and my COMMITMENT not only to get back to recording and releasing music, but also to being more communicative with all of you here on my site as well as through email and social media.</p>
<p>I look forward to sharing with you a new Christmas song in just a few short weeks, and some exciting projects in 2020! Be sure to sign up for our mailing list, if you haven't already!</p>
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<p>Love to you all :)</p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/55402432018-12-04T22:50:44-07:002019-08-30T00:13:57-06:00The new album is here!!<p style="text-align: center;"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/87d104f4a930467849e8124cb412bb6a008c43d0/original/digitalcover.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">I am pleased to announce the release of my brand new album, Silent Path, a collection of peaceful inspirational music with a Celtic ethereal mood.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Tracks include: Silent Path, Loch Lomond, God Be With You Till We Meet Again, Be Thou My Vision, Rock of My Heart, There is a Green Hill Far Away, Find Me, Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow, Song of the Sea, and Rise.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The album is now available for digital download and CD sales at:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Mackenzie Tolk Music" data-link-label="Music" data-link-type="page" href="/music" target="_blank">Mackenzie Tolk Music</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;">The album is also available for streaming or purchase at:</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Pandora" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.pandora.com/artist/mackenzie-tolk/silent-path/AL43hJk9wvXfbXm">Pandora</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Spotify" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/3GMaaeifT8EHSZiuWSZh89?si=blfDSIQmSSukB263upSqSQ" target="_blank">Spotify</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="iTunes" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/silent-path/1444240959" target="_blank">iTunes</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Amazon" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="http://a.co/d/hiTYwTX" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Apple Music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/silent-path/1444240959" target="_blank">Apple Music</a> </p>
<p style="text-align: center;">Holiday Gift Special - Share the gift of peaceful music with your neighbors or family - Purchase Ten Silent Path CDs for $100.00. Click on the link below for details.</p>
<p style="text-align: center;"><a contents="Mackenzie Tolk Music" data-link-label="Music" data-link-type="page" href="/music" target="_blank">Mackenzie Tolk Music</a></p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/55158532018-11-16T23:18:12-07:002021-08-17T05:20:07-06:0012 Days Until Album Release/Sheet Music Sale!<p>Dear friends,</p>
<p>I am sorry that it's been so long since I've written on here! If you don't follow me on Instagram and Facebook, please do that to stay in the loop, as it is updated frequently. </p>
<p>I'm happy to make two exciting announcements this morning!</p>
<p>First, I will be releasing my new album, "Silent Path," at the end of November. I can't wait for you to hear it!</p>
<p>Second, my holiday promotion begins today! Thanksgiving and Christmas are coming up quickly, and with all of the success that Believe has had on all platforms, especially at this time of year, I've decided that from today until January 1st:</p>
<p>- "Believe" CDs will be sold for $5- this is a great neighborhood gift idea!</p>
<p>- Every purchase of "Believe" sheet music will include a free download of "Believe."</p>
<p>I cannot wait for you to hear the new album! Thank you for your AMAZING support!</p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/49306642017-11-13T12:27:43-07:002017-11-13T12:38:53-07:00A Weekend of Wonderful Music!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/a9984dbe2099743dda951e2ac217e48e467cb7fb/original/kenz-promo-pic-1.png?1510601898" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Dearest friends,</p>
<p>It's been a wonderful weekend of music and I'm excited to share my experiences with you. I'm so incredibly thankful for your continual love and support!</p>
<p>Saturday night I sang at The Assembly Hall on Temple Square as part of my dad, David Tolk's concert. What a beautiful building- this was a deeply spiritual experience!</p>
<p>Last night was amazing- I presented a musical fireside to the women of the Draper Stake. I was overwhelmed by their strong spirit and the light in their eyes, and sang a new song that I wrote specifically for them, called "Brighter." I can't wait to share this new song with you soon, but for now I encourage you to read some of the lyrics, found below, and promise me that you will make an effort to shine your light in a dark world.</p>
<p>"Brighter and brighter until the perfect day,</p>
<p>Each day reach higher with every choice you make.</p>
<p>Stand tall, don't be afraid to fall.</p>
<p>You'll rise again and shine brighter."</p>
<p>Please share your light with the world that desperately needs it. :)<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/95d0ad2a253f4931265c8c97c26e1f00f44f1c04/original/flier.jpg?1510601225" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/47942192017-07-27T11:14:59-06:002020-12-03T22:30:43-07:00Treasure Him<p>July 19-22, 2017<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/cad9829d7cb13c5c7943e28d1152979e47c19ca4/original/image1.jpg?1501175637" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>“Music is God’s gift to man, the only art of heaven given to Earth, the only art of Earth we take with us to heaven.” </p>
<p>This past weekend, I had the opportunity to experience once again the power of music’s connection to heaven. </p>
<p>Valley City, North Dakota is a tiny town in the middle of nowhere that is, amazingly to me, the home of a college campus. This week, the small campus gifted me with something absolutely incredible. Three hundred twenty young women from all over North Dakota gathered together for the week to spend time together and learn about God during what they call “Encampment.” </p>
<p>I wrote a song for this gathering, based on the following scripture found in The New Testament of The Bible: </p>
<p>“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” </p>
<p>The song is called “Treasure Him,” and hearing these hundreds of beautiful girls sing it throughout the week, getting to know them through teaching music workshops, having fun with some spontaneous jam sessions, and enjoying the extraordinary messages presented by the other speakers present has somehow touched me in a way that I will never forget! I feel that I have now come many steps closer toward truly understanding what a treasure each and every one of us is to our loving Father in Heaven. </p>
<p>I am so thankful to my Heavenly Father for blessing me with this incredible experience and can’t wait to share “Treasure Him” with the world as part of my new album that will be released this autumn. </p>
<p>Mackenzie Tolk</p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/46590222017-04-05T10:23:33-06:002017-04-05T10:23:33-06:00Music Video- Ask of GodOne of my favorite things about music is the way that it connects us to God. I had an amazing experience with Addie, Emma, and Ellie Ware last week accompanying them in their arrangement of "Ask of God." I also had the opportunity to track and mix the song, and co-produce this amazing music video done by my sister, Julia Tolk. I am so thankful for music and for the beautiful spiritual experiences that it consistently enables me to have.<br><br>I am just finishing up a recording that I am doing of my new original song, "Treasure Him," which I have written for a very special church event for young women this summer. Check back here within the next few weeks for its premiere!<br><br>You can watch our music video, "Ask of God," here: <p>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ko1R5HxgJNI</p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/45800042017-02-07T09:40:45-07:002017-02-07T09:43:47-07:00Voice Lessons!<p>This past month has been amazing, as I've discovered that one of my favorite things about singing and performing is teaching others to do the same. I'm now accepting voice students at The Piano Place! This incredibly successful and ever-expanding piano, vocal, and guitar lesson studio is located at 12576 S. Fort Street Draper, UT 84020. My favorite thing about working here is that we strive to "make more than musicians." Along with the other teachers at The Piano Place, I strongly feel that music isn't just about the performances that we deliver, but about the people that music can help us to become.<br><br>If you're interested in taking lessons at The Piano Place, email me at thepianoplace.mackenzie@gmail.com. I look forward to hearing from you!<br><br>Happy Valentine's Month!<br><br>-Mackenzie Tolk <3<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/6db8baa76bb6ce0df0e8dec5329452cd62de4475/original/piano-place.jpg?1486485821" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/45619622017-01-24T10:59:34-07:002019-11-28T02:27:17-07:00Create your own "Mackenzie Tolk Radio" Pandora Station today!<p>Happy New Year, everyone! </p>
<p>I have been so excited this past year about the success that my music has enjoyed on Pandora. It has been a great way to share my music with people, and I'm happy that so many have been able to discover it this way! </p>
<p>I want to extend the invitation to all of you to add a "Mackenzie Tolk Radio" station on Pandora to listen to my peaceful and uplifting instrumental and vocal original compositions and arrangements of Christian hymns. It's simple: this link will take you to Pandora and will create your very own “Mackenzie Tolk Radio” station -<br>https://www.pandora.com/station/play/1548012647179434852%20 <br>Iff the link doesn’t work for you for some reason, all you need to do is search for "Mackenzie Tolk" in Pandora's search box, and when my name comes up, simply click on it to create a station. Just doing this will instantly make my music available on dozens of other Pandora stations and enable you to listen to my music and similar amazing artists via your new station. </p>
<p>Thank you for all of your support. I'm looking forward to a new year of music! </p>
<p>Mackenzie Tolk</p>
<p> </p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/45069952016-12-12T08:40:58-07:002021-09-09T09:57:48-06:00"Cree"<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/2c87d08480cd3a77a712a14268836421250c4b36/original/cree.jpg?1481557531" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p><br>Esta semana marca un año desde que regresé de mi servicio misional en Santiago, Chile. El idioma español ha encontrado un lugar especial en mi corazón y hoy es mi placer anunciar la publicación de mi canción original, "Cree." La canción siempre ha sido especial para mí, ya que cuenta la historia de la navidad con un enfoque en la jornada fe de una persona.<br><br>Lo puedes comprar bajo "Music" o siguiendo este enlace: <p>https://bandzoogle.com/albums/209152/973006838/452393.html<br><br>This week marks one year since returning from my missionary service in Santiago, Chile. The Spanish language has found a special place in my heart and today it is my pleasure to announce the release of "Cree," the Spanish translation of my original Christmas song, "Believe." This song has always been special to me, as it tells the Christmas story with a focus on one person's journey of faith.<br><br>You can buy it under the "Music" tab or by following this link:</p>
<p> <br>https://bandzoogle.com/albums/209152/973006838/452393.html<br> </p>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/44929962016-12-01T23:05:12-07:002019-09-28T02:43:26-06:00The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! Recent Christmas Performances.After many long weeks of wearing sweaters and hoping for colder weather, watching out the window with hopes of seeing the season's first snowfall, and playing Christmas music too far in advance, my favorite time of year has finally arrived. I have felt blessed this week to have been given some wonderful performing opportunities- the best way to kick off the Christmas season!<br><br>On Tuesday night, I was thrilled to premiere my new original song, "Moments," at BYU's Songwriter Showcase. The event was impressive and rewarding, as I was so inspired by all of the other numbers performed by fellow students.<br><br>Thursday was another special day, as I was able to perform alongside my father, David Tolk, in FM100's annual Christmas concert at South Towne Mall. I returned from my year and a half church service mission in Santiago, Chile on December 15th of last year and just missed this concert, which has become a cherished Tolk family tradition! Naturally, I was excited to perform in this wonderful venue again after my long hiatus. I had a great time performing my original song, "Believe," and also enjoying the incredibly moving performance of "The Lower Lights" and the peaceful Christmas music played by my father along with our great friend and talented violinist, Jessica Nally Davis.<br><br>I'm thankful for music and the way that it lights the world. :) Happy December and an early Merry Christmas!<br><br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/e2da97cab8b0a2720908ddfe3491cf4b47f05207/original/fm100pic1.jpg?1480658665" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/5af7a7089ac47cb3fed2b5dac18d9bec82fd38d1/original/fm100pic4.jpg?1480658689" class="size_l justify_center border_" />Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/44391852016-10-26T18:09:08-06:002023-12-10T10:00:34-07:00"Believe" Sheet MusicHello, everyone!<br><br>Sorry it's been a couple of months since my last post, but I am so excited to announce the release of piano/vocal sheet music for my original song, "Believe." This song touches on the universal theme of difficulty in believing in things that we cannot see. It holds special meaning for me, especially as the Christmas season approaches.<br><br>Please go and check it out under the "STORE" tab! As always, I am so thankful for your support.<br><br>Best wishes,<br>MackenzieMackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/43594562016-09-06T15:37:12-06:002021-09-01T23:59:05-06:00New Video- Original Arrangement of "Miracles" by ColdplayHey everyone! It's been awhile since I've posted any new videos. I'm hoping to do a professional music video in the near future, but in the meantime, check out my live performance of "Miracles" from this past August!<br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="RH7MbhoR-0A" data-video-thumb-url="http://img.youtube.com/vi/RH7MbhoR-0A/0.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RH7MbhoR-0A?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="200" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe>Mackenzie Tolktag:www.mackenzietolk.com,2005:Post/43134832016-08-06T23:59:29-06:002017-02-10T16:59:41-07:00A Night of Outdoor Music at The Homestead<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/209152/46d32bd51daeaee978faa064f53d02cc3564476a/small/homestead16.jpg?1470549104" class="size_s justify_left border_" />August 6, 2016<br><br>I love performing not because I love being in the spotlight but because to me music is magical! It brings us closer to God, creates an escape from the world, and also provides opportunities to meet wonderful people! <br><br>Performing at The Homestead is always an especially magical experience because of the peaceful outdoor setting. Tonight it felt like life paused for a little while as a group of us got together to enjoy music, friends, and nature. I had such an amazing time tonight and am thankful for Anne Stevens and her preparation and also for the love and support of all of the lovely people who came out for the show.<br><br>What a great night!Mackenzie Tolk