GIFT4YOU -- Hey!! Just cause you stopped by... I want to give you a free download of this song:) I never do this.. but I've just been so grateful for all the support, that I want to bounce the love back to YOU GUYS:)
Nope. There's no trick to it, honestly.. Just comment your email below so I can send you the free download. That's it:) haha Just super grateful for all the support you guys give. This goes until June 14th, thank you!
ATHLETES WITH DISABILITIES ARE SUPER HUMANS. It was so neat to create a video like this, I have so much respect for athletes with disabilities. I think they truly are an inspiration. There are so many moments in our lives where we can choose to let life knock us down, physically, mentally or spiritually... but it's ultimately up to us to decide how our circumstances will effect us. We can let tough things pull us down, or we can let tough things make us stronger. We got this. We're in this fight together:) Hope the incredible individuals in this video inspired you as much as they inspired me.
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AND IF YOU'RE BRAND NEW... ...well, welcome to the fam:) If you're new, tell me the craziest thing you've ever done.. Blake and I are always looking for crazy fun stuff to do that doesn't cost a lot of money! haha, yup we're cheapo's. Anyways, welcome to the fam:) #nadsquad
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ALL THE CREDS... Music Production: Becky Willard, VoxFox Studios, for business inquiries please email: voxfox2@gmail.com Videography: Rj Idos, for business inquiries please email: Rj.idos@gmail.com
LYRICS: Falling too fast to prepare for this Tripping in the world could be dangerous Everybody circling, it's vulturous Negative, nepotist Everybody waiting for the fall of man Everybody praying for the end of times Everybody hoping they could be the one I was born to run, I was born for this Whip, whip Run me like a racehorse Pull me like a ripcord Break me down and build me up I wanna be the slip, slip Word upon your lip, lip Letter that you rip, rip Break me down and build me up Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do whatever it takes 'Cause I love how it feels when I break the chains Whatever it takes You take me to the top I'm ready for Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do what it takes Always had a fear of being typical Looking at my body feeling miserable Always hanging on to the visual I wanna be invisible Looking at my years like a martyrdom Everybody needs to be a part of 'em Never be enough, I'm the prodigal son I was born to run, I was born for this Whip, whip Run me like a racehorse Pull me like a ripcord Break me down and build me up I wanna be the slip, slip Word upon your lip, lip Letter that you rip, rip Break me down and build me up Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do whatever it takes 'Cause I love how it feels when I break the chains Whatever it takes You take me to the top, I'm ready for Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do what it takes Hypocritical, egotistical Don't wanna be the parenthetical, hypothetical Working onto something that I'm proud of, out of the box An epoxy to the world and the vision we've lost I'm an apostrophe I'm just a symbol to remind you that there's more to see I'm just a product of the system, a catastrophe And yet a masterpiece, and yet I'm half-diseased And when I am deceased At least I go down to the grave and die happily Leave the body and my soul to be a part of thee I do what it takes Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do whatever it takes 'Cause I love how it feels when I break the chains Whatever it takes You take me to the top, I'm ready for Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do what it takes
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GIFT4YOU -- Hey!! Just cause you stopped by... I want to give you a free download of this song:) I never do this.. but I've just been so grateful for all the support, that I want to bounce the love back to YOU GUYS:)
Nope. There's no trick to it, honestly.. Just comment your email below so I can send you the free download. That's it:) haha Just super grateful for all the support you guys give. This goes until June 14th, thank you!
ATHLETES WITH DISABILITIES ARE SUPER HUMANS. It was so neat to create a video like this, I have so much respect for athletes with disabilities. I think they truly are an inspiration. There are so many moments in our lives where we can choose to let life knock us down, physically, mentally or spiritually... but it's ultimately up to us to decide how our circumstances will effect us. We can let tough things pull us down, or we can let tough things make us stronger. We got this. We're in this fight together:) Hope the incredible individuals in this video inspired you as much as they inspired me.
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AND IF YOU'RE BRAND NEW... ...well, welcome to the fam:) If you're new, tell me the craziest thing you've ever done.. Blake and I are always looking for crazy fun stuff to do that doesn't cost a lot of money! haha, yup we're cheapo's. Anyways, welcome to the fam:) #nadsquad
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ALL THE CREDS... Music Production: Becky Willard, VoxFox Studios, for business inquiries please email: voxfox2@gmail.com Videography: Rj Idos, for business inquiries please email: Rj.idos@gmail.com
LYRICS: Falling too fast to prepare for this Tripping in the world could be dangerous Everybody circling, it's vulturous Negative, nepotist Everybody waiting for the fall of man Everybody praying for the end of times Everybody hoping they could be the one I was born to run, I was born for this Whip, whip Run me like a racehorse Pull me like a ripcord Break me down and build me up I wanna be the slip, slip Word upon your lip, lip Letter that you rip, rip Break me down and build me up Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do whatever it takes 'Cause I love how it feels when I break the chains Whatever it takes You take me to the top I'm ready for Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do what it takes Always had a fear of being typical Looking at my body feeling miserable Always hanging on to the visual I wanna be invisible Looking at my years like a martyrdom Everybody needs to be a part of 'em Never be enough, I'm the prodigal son I was born to run, I was born for this Whip, whip Run me like a racehorse Pull me like a ripcord Break me down and build me up I wanna be the slip, slip Word upon your lip, lip Letter that you rip, rip Break me down and build me up Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do whatever it takes 'Cause I love how it feels when I break the chains Whatever it takes You take me to the top, I'm ready for Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do what it takes Hypocritical, egotistical Don't wanna be the parenthetical, hypothetical Working onto something that I'm proud of, out of the box An epoxy to the world and the vision we've lost I'm an apostrophe I'm just a symbol to remind you that there's more to see I'm just a product of the system, a catastrophe And yet a masterpiece, and yet I'm half-diseased And when I am deceased At least I go down to the grave and die happily Leave the body and my soul to be a part of thee I do what it takes Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do whatever it takes 'Cause I love how it feels when I break the chains Whatever it takes You take me to the top, I'm ready for Whatever it takes 'Cause I love the adrenaline in my veins I do what it takes
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-I’m still alive:)Nadia Khristean2023-03-24 | ...Lauren Daigle - You Say (Cover by Nadia Khristean ft. Rise Up Childrens Choir)Nadia Khristean2020-03-31 | Watch Nadia Khristean and Rise Up Children's Choir sing a powerful version of Lauren Daigle's "You Say." Filmed over 2 months ago, this was the last video created before everything changed. The lyrics of this song and timing of the message in this music video couldn’t be more perfect. In times where things can feel so uncertain, remember, you are loved, you are strong, you are held and you belong💛
Stream or Buy or "You Say" cover here: https://linktr.ee/nadiakhristeanmusic
Nadia is so grateful to work with Rise Up Children's Choir on this project! See other music videos by Rise Up Children's Choir here: youtube.com/riseupchildrenschoir
Special thanks to Patrons who helped sponsor this video: John Yantosca Marshall Thompson Kendal Hunter
Audio production: Arranged and Produced by Becky Willard and Nadia Khristean Recorded, Mixed & Mastered by Becky Willard: voxfoxstudios.com Choir and soloist recordings conducted by Scott Shattuck, music director for Rise Up Children's Choir Audio production support and coordination by Suzy Oliveira and Ryceejo Shattuck
Video production: Produced by Nadia Khristean and Rise Up Children's Choir Directed by Nadia Khristean and Suzy Oliveira Cinematography and editing by Brandon Young Music Direction by Scott Shattuck - youtube.com/channel/UCrzTuQ42jo47RtVvePPYXCg Staging and blocking by Nadia Khristean Staging assistance by Amy Oakeson and Aimee Ritchie Wardrobe styling by Elizabeth Evans Wardrobe assistance by Amanda Biesinger Hair and makeup by Jenny Reynolds Hair and makeup assistance by Lindsey Harman On-site sound support: Amy Oakeson, Liz Murdock, and Laura Bernards Lead Child Guardian: Saundra Farnsworth Chaperone support Sheri Stringham and Emily Robbins Additional staging and production support: Gary Oakeson, Scott Anderson, Jenni Anderson, Aimee Ritchie, Chris Parson, Melanie Kirkland, Heather Parry, Millie Killpack, Jen Thatcher, Emily Parry, Emily Widdison, Marcie Alcorn, Kate Bailey, Sarah Parson, Melissa Jeppson Behind the Scenes photography by Jaime Ward Closed Captioning by Aldrin Solco: classcdiver@gmail.com
Nadia Khristean loves to work on projects for a cause. Nadia has partnered with many sponsors and charities to create music videos that raise awareness for a cause. She has worked with organizations such as doTERRA’s Healing Hands Foundation, Operation Underground Railroad, Utah National Guard Survivor Outreach, MIB Agents of Cancer, Utah Foster Care, etc. She is also a dynamic performer and guest speaker. She has performed at events in the Vivint arena and Salt Palace in front of crowds with 15,000+ people. She has also been the keynote speaker at countless youth events, rehab centers, leaderships trainings, school assemblies, etc.
Rise Up Children’s Choir, Utah’s premiere contemporary vocal performance group for children ages 5 to 18, uses social media in wonderful and transformative ways to make the world a better place – one view, one like, and one share at a time. Rise Up Children's Choir was founded in 2019 by Amy Oakeson and Suzy Oliveira, with musical direction by Scott & Ryceejo Shattuck and Katie Houts. See more of Rise Up Children's Choir music videos here: youtube.com/riseupchildrenschoir
"Speechless" Performed by Nadia Khristean & Reese Oliveira (Utah/USA) Song written by Alan Menken, Benj Pasek, Justin Paul Arranged exclusively for Nadia Khristean and Reese Oliveira by Nadia Khristean
Audio credits: Music arranged and recorded by Nadia Khristean Mixed by Chance Clift, chancellerclift@gmail.com Mastered by Becky Willard, voxfox2@gmail.com
Video Credits: Produced by Nadia Khristean and Suzy Oliveira Directed by Nadia Khristean and Suzy Oliveira Cinematography and Editing by Brandon Young Films, brandonyoungfilms@gmail.com
Filmed on location: Salt Lake “Flats” - Great Salt Lake, Utah
Nadia Khristean creates music videos for a cause. Nadia partners with sponsors and Charities to create music videos that raise awareness for a cause. She has worked with organizations such as doTERRA’s Healing Hands Foundation, Operation Underground Railroad, Utah National Guard Survivor Outreach, MIB Agents of Cancer, Utah Foster Care, etc.
She is also a dynamic performer and guest speaker. She has performed at events in the Vivint arena and Salt Palace in front of crowds with 15,000+ people. She has also been the keynote speaker at countless youth events, rehab centers, leaderships trainings, school assemblies, etc.
In between her big charity projects, Nadia is always looking for opportunities to share music that uplifts and inspires. Speechless is a song that has inspired Nadia since the release of the new live action film, “Aladdin”. Nadia posted, “What do the words ‘I won’t go Speechless’ mean to you? For me, it's letting go of the things that are holding me back. The doubting thoughts in my head telling me I can't achieve what I really want. It's about giving power to trust and taking it away from fear.”
Reese Oliveira is 14 years old and in ninth grade. Reese sings as a soprano for the brand-new Rise Up Children’s Choir, under the musical direction of Scott Shattuck. She was a featured soloist in Rise Up Children’s Choir’s music video, “Speechless” that went viral world-wide (and received a Facebook shout out by one of the songwriters, Alan Menken!) See the video here: youtube.com/watch?v=csmku3VHFS0.
Reese loves ballet and has been training with Barlow Arts Conservatory for almost four years. Through ballet, she has had the opportunity to dance in Nutcracker, Coppelia, 12 Dancing Princesses, and as Mother Duck in Duckling. Reese also loves to act and is very active in the theater and film community. She recently portrayed Young Beth in the 2018 Little Women movie (with Lea Thompson and Lucas Grabeel). Past performance credits include Young Cosette in Les Miserables (HCTO), child #1 for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (HCTO), Gracie Shinn in The Music Man (Hale Centre Theatre), and more. She has also portrayed Kira in Xanadu Jr., Annie in Annie, and Young Rapunzel in Tangled.
Reese is a previous member of One Voice Children’s Choir (2014 - 2018) and regularly contributes to two music YouTube channels. Follow along her YouTube journey by subscribing to her channel here: youtube.com/channel/UCrYMJKfl1yDIV-o9g6hZ4Aw. Reese is represented by Talent Management Group (801-263-6940) in Salt Lake City, and trains in vocal performance with Pat Pymm in Cedar Hills.
#nadiakhristean #reeseoliveira #riseupchildrenschoir #speechless #aladdinHold On (Original Song by Lillian Hepler ft. Nadia Khristean)Nadia Khristean2019-07-23 | NATIONAL DOMESTIC HOTLINE: 1-800-799-SAFE (7233)
Lyrics: How do I love the scars You engraved on my skin How do I really know It’ll never happen again
Was it my fault Am I to blame For everything you did to me I just can’t help But feel ashamed
But then I was saved By something Divine And I can’t explain What I felt inside Saying
Don’t let go Don’t lose hope You still have a story untold Keep on fighting You are strong I’m gonna need you to hold on Don’t let go Don’t lose hope You still have a story untold Keep on fighting You are strong I’m gonna need you to hold on
Your words wrapped round my throat every time I try to speak I choke Killing me from the inside out Scared of what you’d do if I spoke out loud
Drowning in my thoughts As I’m gasping for air Floating is harder than it seems When your constantly sinking in despair
But then I was saved By something Divine And I can’t explain What I felt inside Saying
Don’t let go Don’t lose hope You still have a story untold Keep on fighting You are strong I’m gonna need you to hold on Don’t let go Don’t lose hope You still have a story untold Keep on fighting You are strong I’m gonna need you to hold on
I’m gonna fight
Don’t let go Don’t lose hope You still have a story untold Keep on fighting You are strong I’m gonna need you to hold on Don’t let go Don’t lose hope You still have a story untold Keep on fighting You are strong I’m gonna need you to hold on
#domesticviolence #storytoldthroughdance #domesticabuseawarenessCarrie Underwood - Keep Us Safe(Cover by Nadia Khristean ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)Nadia Khristean2019-06-27 | Can't express how grateful I am for all those who have served our country. So many have given immense sacrifices to give us the freedoms we enjoy. We are forever in debt to those who serve us everyday. (Read more of the story behind this video below:)
Veteran Featured in this video: Ryan Stream youtube.com/channel/UC5SnN-yKy8p0XTMuPMcuMMA facebook.com/streamryan Ryan isn't only an amazing Veteran, but a very talented singer. Thank you for your service Ryan, we are so grateful for the sacrifice you've given to our country.
It was so wonderful to sing aside the amazing Stephanie Madsen. Such a talented artist who works hard everyday. Honored to have worked with this beautiful girl.
Every time you buy a t-shirt from SRVS Gear, you get a free "give back" t-shirt to give to someone who has served our country. You can get yours here: http://srvsgear.com
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Salt Lake, Utah - Nadia Khristean and Stephanie Madsen debut a spectacular performance of Carrie Underwood’s song Keep Us Safe. Featuring a real veteran from our community, Ryan Stream, who you may know as he is a public speaker and singer/songwriter himself. youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI
Ryan Stream has served in the military for 13 years, serving in Afghanistan twice. 4 years ago he came home to meet - for the first time - his newborn little girl, who was 8 months old. In this music video, Ryan reenacts his heart breaking departure from his family and his precious reunion to meet his newborn girl, it will truly bring you to tears. Stream now lives with his beautiful wife and 2 children in Utah County, inspiring many through his original songs about adversity and triumph.
Nadia, Singer/Songwriter and YouTuber, having dedicated her entire mission towards creating music for a cause, has teamed up with charities such as, Utah National Guard, doTERRA’s Healing Hands Foundation, Operation Underground Railroad, and several others, to create inspiring music videos that stir the community to action for a cause.
This time teaming up with SRVS Gear, a clothing company, that with the purchase of any t-shirt, one will receive a free “give back” t-shirt to give to a veteran in the community, as a small token of gratitude for their service.
Stephanie, a hard working mother, singer/songwriter, voice and online ukulele teacher accompanied Nadia in creating this inspiring music video for Veterans. Their incredible voices joined together, brings this song to life.
Of the thousands of families who let their loved ones go to war, many do not return. With the rest of the community, Nadia was determined to find ways to honor those who have served and also, those who have fallen. Nadia co-founded a non-profit organization, Daddy Come Home Foundation, to honor families of fallen soldiers when she was only 15 years old. “I’ve had several family members serve, this is something that really hits close to home for me.” said Nadia. “We just want to join the community to thank our veterans this July 4th, in any small way we can.”
This is not Nadia’s first music video dedicated to honoring veterans and families of fallen soldiers. Her first, being yet another inspiring performance of Carrie Underwood’s song,
See You Again: h ttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAHbTFNBQhE, featuring individuals from around the world sharing thank you messages from their own homes, to those who have served.
“If you do nothing else this week, please take the time to thank those that have served.” said Stephanie. “May they know that their selfless service does not go unnoticed.” During this 4th of July, may we join Nadia and Stephanie to thank our veterans for their service and share this message with our loved ones who have given selfless sacrifices for our freedoms. _____________________________________________________________________________
Thanks for being here! Means a lot you'd watch my video.
If you made it this far down, comment "pineapple" in honor of all the buzz on the new Psych movie coming out ;) Totally random, but I'm kinda obsessed with Psych. ✌️
Huge thanks to Stiry for creating this video! They captured all of these moments with incredible dads. Stiry and I are working on some great videos together, so excited to share more! Until then, take a look at what they do, you might see why I love Stiry so much:) youtube.com/channel/UCHBMRMDsFBIiOjwikDrIzmw?sub_confirmation=1
If you don't know me, I create music videos for a cause. You can see more on my channel.
Father's Day Footage, Overall Editing and Video Production: Stiry - stiry.com
Lyrics: You know there's a lot that goes by the front door Don't forget the keys under the mat Childhood stars shine, always stay humble and kind Go to church 'cause your momma says to Visit grandpa every chance that you can It won't be a waste of time Always stay humble and kind Hold the door say please say thank you Don't steal, don't cheat, and don't lie I know you got moutains to climb but Always stay humble and kind When the dreams you're dreamin' come to you When the work you put in is realized Let yourself feel the pride but Always stay humble and kind Don't expect a free ride from no one Don't hold a grudge or a chip and here's why Bitterness keeps you from flying Always stay humble and kind Know the difference between sleeping with someone And sleeping with someone you love I love you ain't no pick up line so Always stay humble and kind Hold the door say please say thank you Don't steal, don't cheat, and don't lie I know you got moutains to climb but Always stay humble and kind When those dreams you're dreamin' come to you When the work you put in is realized Let yourself feel the pride but Always stay humble and kind When it's hot, eat a root beer, a popsicle Shut off the AC and roll the windows down Let that summer sun shine Always stay humble and kind Don't take for granted the love this life gives you When you get where you're goin' Don't forget turn back around Help the next one in line Always stay humble and kind
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Who is Nadia Khristean?Nadia Khristean2019-03-16 | Welcome to the Family :) My name is Nadia Khristean. I've created an Influencer Marketing company that creates music for a cause. We maximize corporate sponsor donations to charities by creating social media marketing campaigns, that not only raises awareness and donor acquisitions for the Charity, but also raises awareness for the sponsor to increase their customer loyalty and sales.
If this is your first time discovering this youtube channel, welcome! I'm so grateful you're here:) Go ahead, look around, there are so many charities and amazing sponsors we've had the opportunity to highlight... A lot of those who follow have been in these videos as well :) I've been humbled to watch what a loving community of people can accomplish together❤️ I think you'll see that too, as you see all of the amazing "ordinary people" that are doing so much good, inside these videos.
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Hands Will Speak (ORIGINAL) - Nadia Khristean ft. One Voice Childrens ChoirNadia Khristean2018-09-24 | It was a humbling experience to write this song for Healing Hands Foundation. doTERRA Essential Oils commissioned me to write a theme song for their Non-Profit Organization doTERRA Healing Hands Foundation and to sing it for their convention. I performed this song in Vivint Smart Home Arena and the Salt Palace Convention Center for a total of 30,000 people, with the incredible One Voice Children's Choir joining me at the end.❤️ We were the final surprise performance on Friday night! When I started digging into what Healing Hands Foundation does.. I was blown away. They are changing thousands of lives as we speak. I am just humbled to have been a part of what they do.
The doTERRA Healing Hands Foundation is working to empower people and communities worldwide to make a positive change. We are grateful for the many other organizations we get to work with, such as: Operation Underground Railroad, Days for Girls, Mentors International, Rapha House and 3Strands Global. We would also like to thank our friends and Wellness Advocates around the globe who offer support daily. Your voice matters. You make a positive impact on this world by your small and simple acts of love and generosity. Together we know “Our hands will speak”. You can learn more about doTERRA Healing Hands Foundation at the link below. Also, be sure to check out Nadia Khristean/Children’s One Voice Choir also linked below. Thanks for watching!
doTERRA Healing Hands Foundation's Corporate Partners featured: - Operation Underground Railroad (http://ourrescue.org/): Operation Underground Railroad assists governments around the world in the rescue of human trafficking and sex trafficking victims, with a special focus on children. - Days for Girls: (daysforgirls.org) Days for Girls to provides quality, sustainable feminine hygiene supplies paired with education giving women and girls in developing countries the ability to attend school & work consistently - resulting in more opportunities to grow, thrive and contribute to society. - Mentors International (https://mentorsinternational.org): Providing credit to small businesses who do not otherwise have the ability to obtain financing. Helping people in developing countries lift themselves out of extreme poverty by giving them a hand up - not a hand out.
One Voice Children’s Choir: One Voice Children’s Choir is a Utah-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that seeks to inspire, uplift, and enrich others through music. One Voice Children’s Choir was a quarter finalist on America’s Got Talent in 2014, and served as ambassadors of the United States for the 73 rd D-Day commemoration activities in Normandy, France in 2016. One Voice Children’s Choir has 150 children ranging in ages 4 – 18, and is nearing 100,000,000 world-wide YouTube views.
One Voice Children’s Choir production credits- On-site lead chaperone: Saundra Farnsworth Assistant production members: Anne Cecala, Callie Thacker, Hayley Kling, Jill Wankier, Kathie Steinagel, and McKenzie Weber Wardrobe: Tara Callaway, Jessica Tanaka
Music Production Credits- Song composed by: Nadia Khristean Choral Arrangement: Masa Fukuda, director of One Voice Children’s Choir
Audio Production Credits- Producer: Nadia Khristean Audio Engineers (Recording, Mixing, Mastering): Becky Willard from Vox Fox Studios (Business Inquiries, voxfox2@gmail.com) Stoker White from Funk Studios (Business Inquiries, funkstudiosutah@gmail.com)
Video Production- Cinematographer: McKay Watson Gapher: Luke Jensen Rescue Scene filmed on location at New Hope SLC Community Center (facebook.com/NewHopeGarden) Nepal footage courtesy of Boone Sommerfeld (http://boone.tv)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-The Greatest Showman - This is Me + #LemonsForLeukemiaNadia Khristean2018-03-31 | TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE- BECOME A BONE MARROW DONOR: join.bethematch.org & SHARE THIS VIDEO TO RAISE MORE AWARENESS ❤️
I am just blown away by what Chris and Dillon are doing. This entire project is an incredible way to turn something so scary and dark, into something incredibly hopeful and empowering. I hope you find joy in watching these boys make an impact as much as I have. We all have the capacity to do great things. Sometimes it just takes looking outward to find ways we can strengthen those around us:)
A HUGE thanks to my Patrons! This wouldn't have been possible without all of your love and support! Want to help? Join the Patreon Family here! Patreon: patreon.com/nadiakhristean
Special Thanks to everyone that helped with this! Music Production: Becky Willard, VoxFox Studios, for business inquiries please email: voxfox2@gmail.com Videography: Rj Idos, for business inquiries please email: Rj.idos@gmail.com
And to SOOOO MANY FRIENDS that were a part of this video!
I'm not a stranger to the dark Hide away, they say 'Cause we don't want your broken parts I've learned to be ashamed of all my scars Run away, they say No one will love you as you are
But I won't let them break me down to dust I know that there's a place for us For we are glorious
When the sharpest words wanna cut me down I'm gonna send a flood, gonna drown them out I am brave, I am bruised I am who I'm meant to be, this is me Look out 'cause here I come And I'm marching on to the beat I drum I'm not scared to be seen I make no apologies, this is me
Another round of bullets hits my skin Well, fire away 'cause today, I won't let the shame sink in We are bursting through the barricades And reaching for the sun (we are warriors) Yeah, that's what we've become
Won't let them break me down to dust I know that there's a place for us For we are glorious
When the sharpest words wanna cut me down Gonna send a flood, gonna drown them out I am brave, I am bruised I am who I'm meant to be, this is me Look out 'cause here I come And I'm marching on to the beat I drum I'm not scared to be seen I make no apologies, this is me
...This is me
And I know that I deserve your love There's nothing I'm not worthy of When the sharpest words wanna cut me down I'm gonna send a flood, gonna drown them out This is brave, this is bruised This is who I'm meant to be, this is me
Look out 'cause here I come (look out 'cause here I come) And I'm marching on to the beat I drum (marching on, marching, marching on) I'm not scared to be seen I make no apologies, this is me
I'm gonna send a flood Gonna drown them out (...this is me)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-SURPRISE CONCERT FOR HOMELESS TEENS WITH THE PIANO GUYS | You Wont Believe This...Nadia Khristean2018-01-20 | You won't believe what happened! I got to sing with the Piano Guys at a Teen Homeless Shelter. I was so humbled by the opportunity to serve those who don't have a home in 4 projects in one month. This was just one of the projects I got to be a part of. Hope this spreads a little light and hope.. Hope you don't ever forget how much you have to offer the world. YOU can make a difference!
Special Shoutout to my Patrons who help me create music videos for a cause who are making a difference along side me each day!
Do Pure Oils John Yantosca Chef Jim De'Akar Steven Carreiro Shad and Alicia Doverspike Trent Duncan Kendal Hunter
If you want to join me in making a difference and be a part of my Patreon community, you can join me here:) patreon.com/nadiakhristean
Huge Thanks to Nathan Tanner and Rj Idos for footage and editing of this project!!
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Brave (Fighting Cancer) ft. Madilyn Paige & The Tannerites | #GoMakeItBetterNadia Khristean2017-11-26 | Aren’t they beautiful??!! All of these kids are such Warriors! And they deserve to have treatments that will fight as hard as they are fighting. I was in shock when I heard that there have been no updates in treatments for Osteosarcoma cancer. Let’s help them get the funds they need to research for more treatments! And guess what?! Not only do they accept donations, but even if you can’t donate, just by sharing this video and using the #GoMakeItBetter, we have sponsors that will donate to the organization when the hashtag is used! So go crazy with this hashtag and you are literally making a difference for these kids!! SO COOL Right?!!
Even better.. This organization is 100% volunteer base, so every penny straight to helping these kids:) So here it is:
1. Share this video with #GoMakeItBetter, and sponsors will donate to the organization every single time you use the hashtag!! (so cool!!) So let’s spread this hashtag on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, snapchat, everywhere!!
2. If you want to go the extra mile, you can donate straight to “Make It Better Agents Organization” and let’s get enough funds to get updated treatments for these kids since the treatments haven’t been updated in 40 years!! You can donate here!:) donorbox.org/m-I-b-Agents
Love you guys so so much! And I’m super super grateful for all the incredible people that helped out with this video!!
You can be amazing You can turn a phrase into a weapon or a drug You can be the outcast Or be the backlash of somebody's lack of love Or you can start speaking up Nothing's gonna hurt you the way that words do And they settle 'neath your skin Kept on the inside and no sunlight Sometimes a shadow wins But I wonder what would happen if you Say what you wanna say And let the words fall out Honestly I wanna see you be brave With what you want to say And let the words fall out Honestly I wanna see you be brave I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I wanna see you be brave I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I wanna see you be brave Everybody's been there, everybody's been stared down By the enemy Fallen for the fear and done some disappearing Bow down to the mighty Don't run, stop holding your tongue Maybe there's a way out of the cage where you live Maybe one of these days you can let the light in Show me how big your brave is Say what you wanna say And let the words fall out Honestly I wanna see you be brave With what you want to say And let the words fall out Honestly I wanna see you be brave Innocence, your history of silence Won't do you any good Did you think it would? Let your words be anything but empty Why don't you tell them the truth? Say what you wanna say And let the words fall out Honestly I wanna see you be brave With what you want to say And let the words fall out Honestly I wanna see you be brave I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I wanna see you be brave I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you See you be brave I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you I just wanna see you ________________________________
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-See You Again (Veteran’s Day Video) | Nadia Khristean ft. Kelsey Edwards & Ryan StreamNadia Khristean2017-11-11 | We are so grateful for all of YOU that participated in this video!! We showed this video in a ceremony for families of fallen soldiers and they were so grateful for all of your notes of gratitude! They were in tears.. I just want you guys to know that YOU have made a difference:)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Beauty and the Beast | Nadia Khristean ft. Idos Media & Corey MannNadia Khristean2017-10-28 | I LOVE DISNEY. But… do you know who loves Disney almost as much as I do?! My little brother… I really wanted to step away from my projects for a quick moment to dedicate this disney video to my little brother because he is leaving on a religious mission for 2 years! I had the chance to film a while back, but never had the chance to release it on my channel, so I wanted to dedicate this one to him:) Really BIG Plans coming up!! Honoring Families of Fallen Soldiers and Helping Kids Fight Cancer!! Can’t wait to spill out all the details! So stoked!:)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Who Leaves a Piano In the Airport??? | Surprise PerformanceNadia Khristean2017-09-30 | You guys really wanted me to do surprise performances in random places.. So I did it!!! I honestly believe that when we take a moment to reach out and meet strangers there’s a joy that comes with connecting with people, no matter our background, religion or race, it’s love that brings people together. And I believe music truly brings that idea to life. Don’t be afraid to reach out and connect with people, you have something to offer this world that no one else can give. Don’t let anyone make you believe different.
I do Music Videos for a Cause!!! What Cause do you want me to sing for next?? What do you want to see in my vlogs?? Write your ideas below! I just might pick yours:)
Go out and be who you are! Because who you are is perfectly enough:) #spreadlove
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-P!nk - What About Us | Hurricanes Cant Destroy LoveNadia Khristean2017-09-16 | So many of us have seen the disasters of the Hurricanes. This music video is simply a "thank you" to all those who have reached out, supported and loved in a time where it has been needed so desperately. This is what life is about, it's about Love. It's about Trust. It's about being turning "I" into "Us".
We really wanted to wrap up this entire campaign that we did for Human Trafficking joined with Foster Care with one last video for Children in Foster Care. Maybe we all can’t be foster families or donate, but something everyone can do is be a friend!:) A lot of these children have been ripped out of their homes and the experiences they have to live with is just inconceivable. Reaching out to everyone around us and being a friend is something we all can do! Hope you guys enjoyed this one!:)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-The Chainsmokers & Coldplay - Something Just Like ThisNadia Khristean2017-08-11 | I've wanted to do a music video mash up of all my videos for so long!! So here it is!! I believe that no matter where we come from, or what we've done, we can always overcome our battles. We can be the heroes of our own story!
If you like seeing Videos for a Cause you can join my journey and be a part of the making process here!: patreon.com/nadiakhristean
In this video you saw a few of the causes we've worked with: - Refugees - Human Trafficking - Anti - Bullying - Special Needs - Homeless ...and we've worked with many more! :)
Don't let anyone stop you from accomplishing your dream! You have so much to offer this world! Love you all!!
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Alessia Cara - Scars To Your Beautiful (Human Trafficking) Nadia Khristean ft. Peter HollensNadia Khristean2017-07-07 | A moving rendition you just can't miss! Donate now: http://bit.ly/DonateNowOUR Be a Part of Creating Music Videos for a Cause: patreon.com/nadiakhristean
This video is something so dear to me.. It's hard to fathom that Sex Trafficking is real and is actually happening all around the world. I can't believe that there are 5 men that go out and act like buyers, rescuing these children and working with government officials to arrest the traffickers. So far they have rescued 670 children and have put behind bars 280 traffickers. Operation Underground Railroad is absolutely incredible. Join me in putting an end to trafficking, maybe we can't enter into these situations to rescue them but O.U.R. relies on donations to have funds to go out and rescue them. Join me in rescuing more children by any small donation you can give: my.ourrescue.org/product/Freedom4All/recurringdonation.php Freedom is not just an American Idea, it's a human ideal.
For those of you that got to watch my video of going to Oregon, you've seen how much this project meant to me. I was absolutely honored to work Operation Underground Railroad and with Peter & Evynne Hollens for such important causes these last couple of months. If you aren't already following them, you MUST! They are incredible, I've looked up to them for a long time.. Peter: patreon.com/peterhollens/posts Evynne: patreon.com/evynnehollens/posts
[Verse 1] She just wants to be beautiful She goes unnoticed, she knows no limits She craves attention, she praises an image She prays to be sculpted by the sculptor Oh, she don't see the light that's shining Deeper than the eyes can find it Maybe we have made her blind So she tries to cover up her pain and cut her woes away Cause covergirls don't cry after their face is made
[Chorus] But there's a hope that's waiting for you in the dark You should know you're beautiful just the way you are And you don't have to change a thing The world could change its heart No scars to your beautiful, we're stars and we're beautiful Oh, oh, oh Oh-oh, oh, oh And you don't have to change a thing The world could change its heart No scars to your beautiful, we're stars and we're beautiful
[Verse 2] She has dreams to be an envy, so she's starving You know, covergirls eat nothing She says "beauty is pain and there's beauty in everything" "What's a little bit of hunger?" "I can go a little while longer," she fades away She don't see her perfect, she don't understand she's worth it Or that beauty goes deeper than the surface, oh, oh So to all the girls that's hurting, let me be your mirror Help you see a little bit clearer the light that shines within
[Chorus] There's a hope that's waiting for you in the dark You should know you're beautiful just the way you are And you don't have to change a thing The world could change its heart No scars to your beautiful, we're stars and we're beautiful
[Bridge] No better you than the you that you are No better you than the you that you are No better life than the life we're living No better life than the life we're living No better time for your shine, you're a star No better time for your shine, you're a star Oh, you're beautiful, oh, you're beautiful
[Chorus] And there's a hope that's waiting for you in the dark You should know you're beautiful just the way you are And you don't have to change a thing The world could change its heart No scars to your beautiful, we're stars and we're beautiful And you don't have to change a thing The world could change its heart No scars to your beautiful, we're stars and we're beautiful
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Clean Bandit - Rockabye - Cover for Foster Care by Nadia Khristean ft. Evynne HollensNadia Khristean2017-06-21 | Hey Guys!! Our biggest goall of this video is to send this message to all the foster children: "Maybe you can’t control your past, but you can decide your future."
I am a strong believer of going after your dreams and not letting people around you dim the fire in your eyes to accomplish them. YOU are Worth it, YOU can accomplish anything you put your mind to! YOU can create YOUR OWN future:)
If you would like to see more videos like this, support me and join me in creating these videos here! patreon.com/nadiakhristean
Hope you enjoy this message and Humongous thanks to Evynne Hollens for collaborating with me on this project!! Make sure you follow & subscribe! She's incredible!! Support her music on Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/evynnehollens Get her signed albums HERE: http://www.peterhollens.com/store Purchase digital here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/ev... Proceeds from this track are going to Utah Foster Care http://utahfostercare.org Stream it on Spotify: http://bit.ly/EvynneSpotify
Let's be friends!!! Here's other places we you can follow me at! I do so so much for than just music videos, I'm constantly out and about performing in school assemblies, creating vlogs, finding opportunities to serve, collaborating and so much more:) So join my journey and follow along!:)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Lady Gaga - Million Reasons (Suicide Prevention Cover)Nadia Khristean ft. Monica Moore Smith&YahoshNadia Khristean2017-03-23 | #ichoosetostay because there will always be someone who needs to be loved. The more I love those around me, the more I feel loved. What's your reason?
So grateful to have met Sarah! I admire her strength and courage to be vulnerable to share her story to uplift others who need to hear this message: STAY. She's so inspiring, here's her story: youtube.com/watch?v=5LJW-Xjt7sQ&feature=youtu.be
Big thanks to Rj Idos for his amazing work with the camera!! And he also has a super cool channel!! And you may or may not see me in one of his videos really soon:) So be sure to subscribe to his channel! youtube.com/channel/UCuXy7lKIoAVWDU4WI0EzPOw
Did you want that shirt? Yeah I thought so:) Here it is! (oh yeah, and even better 10% goes to Suicide Prevention, they're the best!) staywear.com/collections/ichoosetostay
Huge Shoutout to Becky at VoxFox Studios!! Couldn't do all this without her incredible talent!! It's like working with a best friend that get's excited about your crazy ideas with you! She's amazing!:) http://www.voxfoxstudios.com
Big thanks to my Team who put in endless amounts of hours of work to help these things come together. Honestly couldn't do it without all of you!! So so grateful for you all!!
This year Nadia Khristean presented an anti-bullying message in a high school assembly in Murray, Utah. As fate would have it Nadia met a beautiful 15-year-old girl after the assembly who would become a powerful influence in this Million’s Reasons video. Nadia is a singer/songwriter for causes, and Sarah (name changed) is a dancer/choreographer for causes. Taking the cover to Lady Gaga’s Million Reason’s soundtrack, Nadia and Sarah joined forces to produced an inspiring video on Suicide Prevention. This issue is personal to Sarah, as her father took his life when Sarah was only 12 years old. You can see her story and some behind the scenes footage to this suicide prevention music video at: youtube.com/watch?v=5LJW-Xjt7sQ&feature=youtu.be
This is one of the best suicide prevention videos you will see this year. Please share it and tag it #ichoosetostay. Increasing awareness of this critical issue could save a life!
If you struggle with depression and suicidal thoughts, don ‘t hesitate to call 1-800-273-talk. This is the national suicide prevention hotline and it is open 24 hours.
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Broken (Original for Refugees) - Nadia Khristean ft. Shaun Barrowes + BYU Womens ChorusNadia Khristean2017-02-05 | I don’t know about you, but my feeds are filled with news releases, political controversy, and opinions… And as I’ve been watching all these things come through my feed, I can’t help but think that no matter what our differences may be, whether they’re political, governmental, race, culture, religion or gender.. beneath it all, we’re all just humans, and we all hurt, and sometimes, we all feel a little broken. That’s the message I hope to share during this time with so much controversy. To just remind ourselves to see people as people:)
If you like seeing music videos like this, that are created for causes, you can join our journey and support these videos! Patreon is such an incredible way to get involved in our journey together to help make a difference in this world. Go ahead, take a peek at how it works:)
This project has been months in the making, literally months. And I have so many to thank for so much support and help along the way:
Big Thanks to Refugee Action Network for all their support and help through many of these projects. We are so grateful for their support and they are doing some incredible things. Definitely worth checking out:
Huge Thanks to Mariama Kallon for her willingness to share her story, and she is a Public Speaker! Absolutely incredible at inspiring thousands all across the nation through her story. You can follow her journey here:
Huge Thanks to Shaun Barrowes for joining in on the project! If you haven’t heard of him, you’re totally missing out! Such an incredible artist with so much talent in every bone! Show him some love here!:
And of course, big thanks to my good friend Travis Edwards for co-writing this song with me! Such a talented guy! And Big thanks to Ron Saltmarsh for making us write a song for our Songwriting Class! Who knew that a school assignment would turn out to be something we’d want to share with the world!
Oh! And you can join my journey in so many different ways! I'm posting stories, mini-vlogs, music videos, live streaming and public speaking all the time! So let's be friends and go change the world together:) Join the journey (links are at the bottom) :)
Youtuber Writes Devastatingly Beautiful Song for Refugees
Provo, Utah - Nadia Khristean and Shaun Barrowes debut a spectacular performance of the original song Broken. Close to 170 of BYU’s Women’s Chorus performers participated in the videos, in song, and in service by donating thousands of items to the refugees.
Also featured in the video is Mariama Kallon, a refugee who left her war-torn country of Sierra Leone in the 90s. She had heard her parents’ cries for help and the shots that killed them. Her older sister saved her from being killed by keeping her from turning back as they escaped the rebels. Torture and murder were their everyday reality.
As a refugee, Mariama said, "Living in a war situation you have the hope for nothing because you know one day, your time will come." Much like Mariama, the millions of refugees fleeing Iraq, Syria, Iran, and other countries embroiled in the Middle East conflict are in the situation she was in two decades ago.
Of the tens of millions of people fleeing the Middle East, half of them are children. With the rest of the world, singer and YouTube star Nadia Khristean watched them on the news travel in throngs, with just the clothes on their back, to makeshift shelters, many left to sleep on the wilderness floor.
Broken is the second YouTube music video Nadia produced in a series dedicated to helping the refugees. She and her co-writer Travis Edwards had just finished writing the song when the refugee crisis came to her attention. Nadia immediately enlisted the help of the BYU Women’s Chorus to both sing with her and collect supplies for the refugees. Hundreds teamed with the Refugee Action Network in her area for the cause, collecting clothes and hygiene materials.
Nadia Khristean Youtube: youtube.com/nadiakhristean Website: http://www.nadiakhristean.com Twitter: twitter.com/nadiakhristean Facebook: facebook.com/nadiakhristean Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadiakhrist...December Song - Nadia Khristean ft. David Ross (Peter Hollens Cover Contest) #LIGHTtheWORLDNadia Khristean2016-12-11 | Those kids tho... I seriously loved working on this project and I'm so grateful for all the miracles that came together to allow this video to be possible!! I've poured my heart into this and hope you've enjoyed it as much as I had fun working on it!!
Directed by Nadia Khristean
There are 2 things that I really want to say about this video:
1. Why I entered into the Contest: I am a singer/songwriter for causes. I have written songs for Anti-Bullying, Addiction Recovery, Inner Beauty, Families of Fallen Soldiers, Refugees, etc. I get together with different organizations and I market their causes through Music Videos. It has been a humbling experience meeting so many incredible people along this journey.
My goal as a Social Media Influencer isn't to get a following for myself, I've found very quickly that this isn't about me, nor my voice, nor my music, but about the message that is being shared through the music. And I feel that if I had any kind of influence, I would want to use it to, in any small way, influence others to do good. My contributions is just a drop in the ocean and it's you guys that make the messages ripple for miles! The reason why I desire to collaborate with Peter Hollens is because if I had the opportunity to create a Cause driven video with him, I can only imagine how many people the message could reach. And if we together placed a drop in the ocean, with his influence the ripples would be even greater. This isn't about me, this is about giving back to the world in any small way I can.
2. This video is for the #LIGHTtheWORLD campaign! I love the idea of serving in 25 ways for 25 days during the holiday season! I think we've all had moments in our life where we've been so grateful for something someone has done for us. Small things really make the biggest difference! Check out this link to find ideas to serve for all 25 days of December!:)
SPECIAL THANKS:):) Ok now there are a lot of people to thank for being a part of this video! Lemme tell you who:
First, to David Ross for his incredible Piano Skills (which by the way he's also an amazing singer! You gotta check him out! Not to mention that on the side he's part of the Hot Boy Band.. BYU Vocal Point;)
The Piano Gallery (for those gorgeous pianos and those trees.. they were on point right?) And this place is kind of special for me too because I recorded my very first song in Symphonix Studios inside the Piano Gallery 7 years ago, and have had many piano recitals in this venue growing up!
Also big thanks to Star Brite Kids Daycare for letting us film there and all the adorable kids (and parents that allowed us to film their kids) that were in the video!
Also Big thanks the Amazing Becky Willard with VoxFox Studios. She is seriously just one of the most dedicated people I've met and never settles for less than the absolute best! So SO grateful for her!
And the Amazing Rj Idos with Idos Media who filmed and edited this video!! He did such an amazing job and just a great person to work with! Also... he's pretty awesome cause he has his own channel too! Swing by his channel!
Big thanks to my team members who put in so much work to help make this video possible, for BTS, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, so much behind the scenes work that allows all of this to be possible! I'm so so grateful for them! None of this would be possible without them!
Ok I love you all and hope you have a very Merry Christmas!!
XOXO
-Nadia:)
#hollensfamilychristmas
Lyrics:
In December We give our gifts Wishing well to our world Peace on Earth to Everyone A time to be joyful when all is calm and all is bright
But why Does it change with seasons? And why can't we just hold on?
to Silents Nights Holy Nights And Angels Singing Lullabies and Heaven and Nature Singing Good Will To All... To All
There are times I can remember with family and friends the light of Christmas radiates It lights up my memories the magic of love we made time...
But why Does it change with seasons? And why can't we just hold on?
to Silent Nights Holy Nights And Angels Singing Lullabies and Heaven and Nature Singing Good Will To All... To All
O Come Let Us Adore Him /x3 Oh Night Divine
And those Silent Nights Holy Nights And Angels Singing Lullabys and Heaven and Nature Singing Good Will To All...
To All and those Silents Nights Holy Nights And Angels Singing Lullabys and Heaven and Nature Singing Good Will To All... To All
to Silent Nights Holy Nights And Angels Singing Lullabies and Heaven and Nature Singing Good Will To All... To AllTim McGraw - Humble & Kind (Cover) - Nadia KhristeanNadia Khristean2016-11-13 | I believe that there is nothing wrong in forming opinions, whatever they may be. I am not here to state or advocate one political view or the other. I just pray that opinions don’t refrain us from seeing each other as people and loving those around us, despite our differences. #humbleandkind #nadiakhristean
Special Thanks to Catholic Community Services for allowing us to greet a refugee family! http://www.ccsutah.org
I love hearing what you think! Let me know what cause you'd like to see next! Also, I am partnering with several organizations to write music for their cause:) And I LOVE it!! :) If you are an organization needing a theme song for what you advocate for, let me know:) contact@nadiakhristean.com
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Hit Undo (Original) - Nadia Khristean ft. Colby FerrinNadia Khristean2016-09-13 | Find out How to Hit Undo: addictionrecovery.lds.org Sometimes we are told that change isn't possible. And sometimes we actually believe it. We want to send one clear message in this video, You CAN hit undo, second chances do exist, and you CAN change.
This video is really near to my heart, I have had a lot of family members suffer through addiction and I have seen the powerful change that can be brought in anyone. I believe it's a matter of looking up and finding a strength that is beyond our own to help us stop.
The making of this video was so humbling. We had the chance to attend a few addiction recovery meetings and invite anyone who would like to share their story to be a part of this video. All the participants in this video are recovering addicts, and their stories are real. Meeting these incredible individuals was an amazing experience, I look up to them for taking the initiative to change and finding strength to do it. None of us are perfect, we are all human, so when we choose to share our story, we inspire others to become something greater. We may not know what kind of impact our story may have, but our deepest experiences could save someones life. Don't ever be afraid to be who you are, and don't worry, we're all not perfect, we're all on the same journey to become someone better. So take a deep breath, and realize that you are more than what you may think of yourself! And your story may hold the power to change someone forever:)
Colby Ferrin is an amazing person inside and out. He was so fun to work with and he is such an inspiring person! Make sure you stop by his channel and see what he's done in the past. He's all about sending out positive messages through the media.
Summary of Video: Nadia Khristean is a public speaker, co-founder of the Daddy Come Home foundation, a BYU student studying commercial music, and a singer/songwriter who writes music for causes such as anti-bullying, women & inner beauty, families of fallen soldiers, adopted special needs children and most recently addiction recovery. Having seen the suffering of those going through addiction in her own family and in those she met while serving an LDS mission in Peru, Nadia knows the powerful impact of the LDS church’s 12 step program. So she teamed up with Colby Ferrin, a returned missionary with several hit videos, who’s all about sending out positive messages through the media. They wrote a song and shot an inspiring music video, with the message “I can hit undo.” The video is about second chances within addiction recovery and they hope for it to reach out to any person who may be suffering through addiction or family members who are struggling with loved ones who may be passing through these kinds of trials. They send the clear message to viewers that you can hit undo, second chances do exist, and you can change. The making of the video became a very humbling and special experience. Nadia had the opportunity to attend a few addiction recovery meetings and invite anyone who would like to share their story to be a part of this video. Therefore all the participants in this video are recovering addicts, and their stories are real. Nadia says that “Meeting these incredible individuals was an amazing experience, I look up to them for taking the initiative to change and finding strength to do it. None of us are perfect, we are all human, so when we choose to share our story, we inspire others to become something greater. We may not know what kind of impact our story may have, but our deepest experiences could save someone's life.” Nadia and Colby would like the message to reach as many as possible to bring hope and comfort in any small way.
Better Place by Rachel Platten. It was a wonderful experience to be with the family in the video. Each one of them was so sweet and kind to me and Nadia. The mother, Christy, was INCREDIBLE and there was an amazing spirit to their house!
Christie Jameson is a mother of 35 adopted Special Needs children- currently 11 still living at home. She and her husband have 2 biological children of their own, but they felt that they were missing someone in their home, so they adopted 35 more children! The children come from Israel, Mexico, Texas, Arizona and various other parts of the world. She has a deep love and care for each of her children. She is passionate about them not only learning and progressing, but being a part of the community. They don't only go to the gym 3 times a week and cook family dinner together everyday, but they serve at Deseret Industries weekly and are currently crocheting hats for refugees in the community. Christie is an incredible woman with a humble character. We will never forget the experience we had shared with her and her family that day.
Filmed and Edited by the incredible Nick Sales with Aevium Films: (for booking contact aeviumfilms@gmail.com)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Hallelujah - Nadia Khristean, #HallelujahNadia Khristean2016-03-24 | Hey Guys!! I loved doing this video! It was so great to bring everyone together and feel the Easter Spirit by singing Hallelujah. This video was made to support the #Hallelujah campaign the LDS Church has done for Easter! This is something really important to me... We all have hard times but I know we can find hope even in the worst! Check out this beautiful video done for Easter: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p2wdM...
Big Thanks to Soularium Studios, Go Big Films and Kellis Media for making this video possible!!
Big Thanks to the choir members and the all the youth involved in this video!! We love you guys!!
Here is a link to my new website!! Waaaahhhh??? Yah!! Here it is!
Love you guys and thank you for all your support!!!
Happy Easter!!
-Nadia :)
-~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Check out my new music video! :) "4th of July Song Honoring Veterans | Keep Us Safe (ft. Stephanie Madsen & Veteran Ryan Stream)" youtube.com/watch?v=yKjcPae19VI -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-Nadia Khristean - Mirror (Official Music Video)Nadia Khristean2015-05-11 | Written by Nadia Khristean
Audio Production: Soularium Studios - Stoker White Video Production: Go Big Films, Bryce Johnson Photography: Darryl Dobson
Stream the song here: iTunes - itunes.apple.com/us/album/one-starfish-single/id1002624132 Google Play - play.google.com/store/music/album?id=Beuisgzaj2edtvv7qki63ajrfbe&tid=song-Ts7u6wm7xszndbrtrauu4jfmz3e&hl=enNadia Khristean - Warrior Within You (Official Music Video)Nadia Khristean2014-05-30 | Every single one of us has a story, we all have something we are going through that makes us feel like we are in a constant battle with life but when we are in battle and we fall, we have 2 choices we can make, we can stay on the ground and give up, or stand up and be a Warrior. I believe that there is a warrior within each and every one of us. Every single person brings something unique into this world. It doesn't matter who you are, what you've done or what you're going through, YOU are a Warrior- It is up to you to choose to release that inner Warrior, or to stay down and give up.
There's so much bullying going on these days...Every one's getting on each other and tearing each other apart. This is for you, the victim, the bully, or the bystander. Each one of us can be going through rough times, and maybe those battles that we're fighting will affect, how we treat the people around us. Take a double look before you send that text, before you post that comment, before you hurt someone perhaps without knowing. Remember that they have a battle that they're fighting too. If you're the victim, never forget who you are, what you stand for. No matter how much it hurts, never ever give up, because "God don't make no mistakes" and you have so much to offer. So keep fighting and don't you give up!!
Most of all, I want to talk to all of us who see someone getting bullied but are afraid to say something. A battle isn't won by 1 individual. It is won by a team, a group that believes in each other and never leaves someone behind. The most Elite Warrior, is a Warrior who brings the best out of those around them to successfully win a battle. So when you see someone getting hurt, have each other's back, stand up, say something, be who you know you truly are. You are a Warrior, so hang in there, Stand Strong, Bring out the best in others....But most of all, Don't Give Up!!
Big Thanks to the following businesses that allowed us to use their locations to film this music video:
AllStar Karate Elite Training Academy with Hanshi Darren Cox,7th Degree Black Belt, 13 time National Black belt League World Champion. If you ever want a free try out lesson in the best Karate Academy, please visit the Web Site at http://www.allstarkarateut.com or call Mama Becky at 801-979-5731
West Ridge Academy with Gary E. Leavitt, Executive Director, who was willing to help us in this cause and Eric K. Allred; who has served the community for over 20 years. The best school to help parents and youth find the connection to a happier family life during troubled times. Please visit their Web Site at http://www.westridgeacademy.com
Huge thanks to all of the volunteers that helped with the making of this video:
All Star Karate Students: J.R. B. (Main Karate Actor) Nathan C. Brian G. Josh M. Jacob C. Liam P. Jeff S.
Students: Seth L. Bryant W. Ryan W. Elijah C. Hannah P. Ariana M. Candide K. Eliza M. Lucas A. Emma C. Shahar L. Jared H. Jade D. (Main Female Actress) Gordon K. Parker W. Zachary A.
Hair and Make Up Artistry by Amber Dawn Powell
A GoBig Films Production http://www.GoBigFilms.com
Filmed and Edited by Bryce Johnson Production Assistant: Laura Johnson Set Photographer: Darryl Dobson