As a Christmas
memory, I remember my Grams, when I was a kid, baking home made biscuits in an
old, wrought-iron, wood-burning stove.
And in a black iron skillet on top of it, she was making white, sausage
gravy to smother those little, white clouds for our breakfast. Outside was the sounds of my sibs sledding
down an impossibly long hill, as snowflakes canvassed the yard. Soon I would be joining them outside but for
now the aroma of baking goods and my dog, Bandit, asleep in my lap, would hold
me captive for a time. Later, there
would be stories from these ancient folks, most of them true, of other
forgotten eras. Then gramps would turn
on the Victrola and the crooning sounds of Bing Crosby trilling, “White
Christmas,” would lull me into a magical slumber where anything was possible….
I’m sure we all have
memories of holiday gatherings, and sounds and smells of them seem to rule the
roost when it comes to creating those long-ago, buried treasure of a seemingly
calmer time. “Those were the days, my
friends, we thought they’d never end….”
But they did and now there is a chance to recreate those times
vicariously through the following endeavor from Merideth, Leif, Mont Chris and
Brandon, some very cool folks who will warm your hearts…as a concert piece of
their show is in the works. Here is
their story and a link as to how you can help:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1852527669/winter-song-concept-album-recording
“On a cold night by
the fire or an icy drive to visit friends or family what music will you listen
to this winter? Winter Song is a collection of songs and stories about the coldest
and darkest season that will warm your heart and spark conversation. We need your help to make the album!
With a lush piano and
guitar score, songs will include hits by Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Gordon
Lightfoot and Paul Simon and will be interspersed with stories and memories of
winter. The concert album is inspired by the live performance originated in the
Ellyn Bye Studio at the Armory and will feature acclaimed pianist Mont Chris Hubbard,
Merideth Kaye Clark and Leif Norby on acoustic guitars
and vocals.
Pre order Winter Song or back the project via
Kickstarter at other levels that include tickets to the show at The Armory, VIP
backstage tours and much more!
Support the creation
now of Winter Song as a holiday gift
to yourself, friends and family. Your future self will thank you.”
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