Dear Friends,

From the Nose to the Rose - what a month.

Yes, it's true, Barry really did break his nose.
And yes, it's true, he really is producing a new album for Bette Midler. Both are doing well and look great.

And in those rare moments of down time, he mastered the fantastic new Diane Schuur album, recorded new running commentary for the ULTIMATE MANILOW DVD, oversaw the final mixes for 2 NIGHTS LIVE!, and has been back and forth to New York a half dozen times to help cast HARMONY and work with the creative team getting ready for Opening Night in Florida. Oh, and did we mention that he broke his nose?

Oops! Forgot one. He flew to London for a quick two nights to perform "Could It Be Magic?" with Elton John and Donna Summer at the Elton John Aids Foundation Benefit. And yes, everyone just looked at his nose.

But now it's healed. The projects are almost all completed. And it should be a pretty exciting Fall. Look for Diane's album in late August. Bette and Barry's in October. And the Ultimate Manilow DVD sometime in between.

And speaking of October - we'll all be at the BMIFC Bash in Florida. Barry will be too. And we hope that "we" also includes you. After a rocky two years, it's kinda nice to be traveling again. It's kinda nice to see airplanes full and people smiling. And most of all, it's kinda nice to be able to see you.

For all of you new to the HARMONY experience, get ready. Just like the old movie ads, you really will laugh, cry, and be thrilled with excitement. It's a wonderful, wonderful story…and will make each of you very proud to be such strong believers in Barry and his music.

HARMONY…what a concept. And exactly what we all need right now.

Can't wait to see you all. Pack your bags. There's LOTS on the horizon.