Elliott Yamin

Elliot Yamin struggled through much of his childhood-he suffered from severe allergies and an ear ailment that eventually cost him most of the hearing in his right ear. He was also diagnosed with diabetes. But Elliott could always sing,and when he heard American Idol planned to audition contestants he drove more than 11 hours and stood in line all day before getting his opportunity to pursue stardom.

From among thousands of hopefuls, Elliot was picked to go Hollywood, where he made the most of his chance during Idol's fifth season. Elliot worked hard to hone his talent, eventually finishing third in that year's competitive field. Elliot has since gone on to release two popular and successful albums and tour theworld, where he continues to find new enthusiastic fans, thanks to his soulful voice and zeal for performing.

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Elliott Yamin

Elliot Yamin struggled through much of his childhood-he suffered from severe allergies and an ear ailment that eventually cost him most of the hearing in his right ear. He was also diagnosed with diabetes. But Elliott could always sing,and when he heard American Idol planned to audition contestants he drove more than 11 hours and stood in line all day before getting his opportunity to pursue stardom.

From among thousands of hopefuls, Elliot was picked to go Hollywood, where he made the most of his chance during Idol's fifth season. Elliot worked hard to hone his talent, eventually finishing third in that year's competitive field. Elliot has since gone on to release two popular and successful albums and tour theworld, where he continues to find new enthusiastic fans, thanks to his soulful voice and zeal for performing.

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Elliott Yamin

Elliott Yamin

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Elliott Yamin

Elliott Yamin

by Hal Marcovitz

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Overview

Elliot Yamin struggled through much of his childhood-he suffered from severe allergies and an ear ailment that eventually cost him most of the hearing in his right ear. He was also diagnosed with diabetes. But Elliott could always sing,and when he heard American Idol planned to audition contestants he drove more than 11 hours and stood in line all day before getting his opportunity to pursue stardom.

From among thousands of hopefuls, Elliot was picked to go Hollywood, where he made the most of his chance during Idol's fifth season. Elliot worked hard to hone his talent, eventually finishing third in that year's competitive field. Elliot has since gone on to release two popular and successful albums and tour theworld, where he continues to find new enthusiastic fans, thanks to his soulful voice and zeal for performing.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781422215135
Publisher: Mason Crest
Publication date: 10/28/2009
Series: Dream Big: American Idol Superstars Series
Pages: 64
Product dimensions: 7.40(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile: 1180L (what's this?)
Age Range: 10 - 13 Years

Table of Contents

American Idol Timeline 6

Chapter 1 The Soulful Dude 9

Chapter 2 The Shy Droupout 15

Chapter 3 Making Unknowns Into Stars 21

Chapter 4 Knocking Them Off Their Feet 33

Chapter 5 Local Hero 45

Chronology 58 Accomplishments & Awards 59

Glossary 60 Further Reading & Internet Resources 61

Index 62

Picture Credits 64

About the Author 64

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