During the production for this year’s MKS Studio Vivace Select Choir recording, a short video was made showcasing my involvement in the recording process. I appreciate the reveal and the opportunity to be one part of the MKS Studio educational offerings. Two of the students (brothers, who made this video) also stopped by Tesco Productions for a few hours and hopefully picked up a few things about a recording studio. They were sharing some ideas with me as well about their recording ventures, computers, software and the “new” stuff us “older” folks can sometimes find more challenging (and it’s second nature to them quite often). Thank you.

This month found a “seasoned” recording being made as a commemoration of a special day – a 50th Wedding Anniversary. Since it’s a surprise and won’t be presented to the other party until June, I can’t reveal many details other than to say it was very special being invited into their celebration. The husband sang two old love songs which I’m sure will be very touching and special when they’re heard by his wife and family. More information once I’m free to fully disclose.

(Update 6/24) As promised I waited until Steve let me know his wife had heard the songs. Here’s a short quote from his email: “My wife absolutely loved it. It exceeded my expectations…” What a beautiful privilege to be part of special moments and memories in other people’s lives. Thank you for wrapping this present full circle, and Happy 50th. Congratulations!

It’s not very often I get the privilege of working with two separate individuals from another country, but earlier this month Elom Eklou contacted Tesco Productions inquiring about a short session to record vocals. It turns out he is from Togo, West Africa – the same nation as Kofi Doujadhi (story last month). Elom had been sent a track that needed his vocal parts added so the song could be finished actually in a third country. Elom did a nice job with parts both in English and Ewe (native language of Togo), and upon completion his renditions were off to Germany for finally assembly. The production world is being connected more and more with some collaborations coming together from hemispheres apart. I continue to appreciate the opportunity to come alongside these artists and creatives to be a part of their lives and creations.