Just a quick note that (among many others), “In The Spirit Of Christmas” was added to the Sky.fm’s SOlo Piano Channel. If you haven’t checked it out already, you should do so at www.sky.fm/solopiano. It’s a great channel (even if they didn’t play my music … Thanks to Gary Farr for his kind addition.

Christmas fast approaching and “In The Spirit Of Christmas” is getting some airplay (again!). One of the newest is AIRtunZ, a great set of stations on Apostle Radio from Tucker Communications. Specifically AIRtunZ Christmas. Even had the pleasure to speak with Ed Tucker. It’s always nice to meet fellow lovers of Christmas. Be sure to check out www.apostleradio.org. It’s pretty cool.

It’s been a while since I’ve posted here, so I thought I would pipe in and let everyone know what is happening.

To answer the big question, yes, I am working on a follow-up to the Christmas album. I currently have about five songs recorded (and several more to go). Because I record at my house, Sharon (my dear wife) is already VERY familiar with the songs and says that it’s going to be my best ever. Of course, I believe somewhere in the husband/wife contract, she has to say that

Barring some huge revelation, it’ll be similiar in style and tone to the first. However, I doubt that it’ll be ready for 2011. Working 50 hours at week, plus a performing band, plus being a dedicated husband, father and church-goer, leaves limited time for recording. Not complaining. It just takes me a little longer. Probably looking at 2012, which according to a psyhic that I saw, is suppose to be a really, really good year.

And I’m ok with that.

So, until the next time, live your life “In The Spirit Of Christmas”.

Just found out that “In The Spirit Of Christmas” was in the Top-20 for December for WVKR-FM in Fishkill, NY (or more specifically, #15). Thanks Scott!

Christmas is almost upon us and the “good things” keep on happening. First, several cuts from “In The Spirit of Christmas” were featured in Merry Podcast #6 – The Big Christmas Show 2010. This is a 47-minute podcast of incredible Christmas entertainment and will definitely put you in the christmas spirit. It’s created by the good folks at www.MyMerryChristmas.com, which is the internet’s longest ongoing celebration of Christmas. You really need to check this out, it’s really cool (particularly the “Santa Tracker“, now in it’s 20th year).

Also, I’ve gotten another wonderful review, this time from Carol Swanson who was formerly with ChristmasReviews.com. She was kind enough to say:
Your music is absolutely beautiful. Piano instrumentals are a perfect fit for the holidays, and “In the Spirit of Christmas” puts me squarely in the mood. You remind me of George Winston, but with a bit more muscle and a dollop of unbridled joy. I doubt that I have ever heard a musician play with more passion–thank you for this lovely gift!

Every cut is impressively crafted. Your arrangements spark exciting energy in age-old friends, and your original works comfortably take their place among traditional favorites. I particularly savored your playful and delicate rendition of “Jingle Bells,” a song that all-too-often suffers from over-the-top, raucous treatments. Just lovely!

I also just found out that the album is being featured on www.beautifulinstrumentals.com, a wonderful internet radio station based out of Mexico.

Finally, “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” has been selected to be part of a compliation by Blue Collar Records. Called “This Christmas”, it will include both instrumental versions of Christmas standards and new, original works with a Christmas or Winter theme . The compilation CD will be part of an annual fall radio campaign and will also be available via major online retailers, FYE, Hot Topic and BeBop Records.

Well, that’s enough news for now. I wish everyone a most wonderful Christmas!