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Faerie's Aire and Death Waltz

Tuba music is just getting too darn complicated.

Of course it's just a gag—a piece of fun. Truthfully, I think our producer keeps this framed piece of music right by the recording booth just so nervous performers have something more intimidating to look at other than the microphone dangling in front of them. I think my favorite bit is where it reads, "remove valve."

Speaking of the recording booth, today was another wonderful studio day, during which I did something unheard of for your average tuba player: I sang.

That's right, I sang!

I sang background harmonies on the song "Every Place Is Home," which I co-wrote with Melissa Axel and Irish songwriter Andy White (co-writer of Peter Gabriel's "Whole Thing" and other fantastic music). Since the song has no tuba part, I knew I had to participate in some other way.

We also finished recording background vocals from the super talented Ayo Awosika, who is an incredible songwriter in her own right. We're very blessed to have her working on this project!

Finally, Melissa sang final vocals on the quirky tune "Merry-Go-Round" that I referenced yesterday (piano, vocals, tuba, harmonium, and glockenspiel), which means just a few tiny details to add in tomorrow morning, and this baby will be ready to mix!

Until then, keep practicing "Faerie's Aire and Death Waltz," and let me know when you have it down.

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- 27 January 2011
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Studio Time!

Today we're back in the studio finishing the song "Merry-Go-Round" by Melissa Axel, which features tuba as well as piano and voice. We just finished editing (comping) and tuning the tuba part with producer Justin Peacock of The Hook Factory. Thankfully, there was practically no tuning necessary, and the track is sounding fantastic!

I'll be sharing some session videos later, so stay tuned …

Can't wait to share this record with the world!

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- 26 January 2011
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Modern tuba for modern music.
There's just not enough tuba in contemporary Pop and Rock, and it is my sincere desire to help put it on the map.
Primarily I am the tuba player for singer/songwriter Melissa Axel, but I have also been known to freelance on the recordings of other artists. I am always interested in finding new and exciting ways to collaborate.
I am also co-writer and performer of the hit novelty Christmas song Sleigh Ride In Bora Bora.
I hope this website amuses, astounds, moves, and informs you. Let me know if it does!

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