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Disco Angels

I recently wrote some string arrangements for Wendell Kimbrough’s forthcoming Christmas album. One was a fairly straightforward Psalm song. The other was a funky version of “Angels We Have Heard on High.” I binge-listened to Chic, Donna Summer, Sister Sledge, and Silver Convention so I’d get the string sound just right. Behind the scenes, the arrangement went by “Disco Angels.” Here’s a picture of last night’s tracking session. I can’t wait to hear the final recording!

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Music Unites Us w/ the Holland Symphony Orchestra

This Saturday (August 12, also known as tomorrow) is the premiere of four arrangements I wrote for the Holland Symphony Orchestra. Below is a documentary about the process. It really is an interesting project, with four global music performers partnering with the HSO for a musical celebration of local diversity.

Once you’ve watched the video, you’ll be so stoked about the concert that you’ll want to attend. It’s a free concert at Kollen Park in Holland, starting at 7pm. Here are the details: https://www.facebook.com/events/152084961141526.