40 Years in the Making

Epic Triump – 40 Years in the Making

This was an epic triumph – 40 years in the making. For the first time in over four decades, I’ve returned to the thing that once defined me: singing. While my path eventually led me away from the opera stage and into the world of technology and digital creativity, the passion never left. Yesterday, fresh off creating an AI-powered Father’s Day Video to my late brother Jay, I found myself drawn to a different kind of tribute — one to my younger self. The song “If I Were a Rich Man” from Fiddler on the Roof has echoed in my heart since childhood, back when I was growing up in a small Canadian town. So I dusted off my vocal cords, fired up some animation tools, and created something that is, quite literally, 40 YEARS IN THE MAKING.

This is not just a cover. It’s not just nostalgia. It’s an emotional synthesis of memory, passion, technology, and yes — a little bit of nerve. My performance is raw, imperfect, deeply personal — and entirely intentional. I’m not trying to be Zero Mostel or Luciano Pavarotti. I’m trying to be the most honest version of myself, giving voice to a dream that’s been quietly waiting to be heard again. What you’ll see is a character I animated myself, performing with every ounce of the exaggerated expressiveness I once reserved for the stage. Near the very end of the video, don’t miss my cantorial chant — it’s a spiritual moment, a nod to my roots and a final burst of joy. If you’ve ever let go of a dream only to find it returning when you least expected — this one’s for you. This performance is a statement of reclaiming, reimagining, and celebrating the voice inside. Thank you for watching this personal moment brought to life.