A Christmas by the Lake-Volume II

Several years ago we (ShowCase Records and Duluth Rocked Media) produced a CD called “A Christmas by the Lake.” This is a project that I had wanted to do for many years and it turned out quite nice for a first effort. Many wonderful Duluth talents contributed to the project including: Randy Lee, Bill Bastian, Don Buck, Julie Finkle, Ken Ahlberg, Robin Roh and more.

This summer I am starting the process of creating “A Christmas by the Lake-Volume 2.” I’m planning to “simplify” the process this time. Instead of hiring an orchestra and a producer like we did last time I am going to ask for talented groups and individuals to submit completed recordings for the project. With digital technology as it is I expect that most people have access or availability to do such a recording. We will review the submissions and select 12 songs for the CD.

Of course, these all have to be Christmas songs and part of the selection process will be based on the audio quality.

School choirs, small ensembles, bands, orchestras, church choirs, combos, soloists, etc are all welcome to submit. If you are familiar with Volume One we had every kind of song from “Jingle Bell Rock” to “Silent Night” so I’m very open to variety!

Please spread the word to anyone that might have interest in being involved in this project. We will pick a local charity (last time it was the Boys and Girls Club) and donate a portion of the profits of the sales of the CD’s to them. There are no fees or royalties paid for these performances.

I will need your initial submission on a CD and before August 1. Please feel free to email or call me if you have any questions, suggestions or ideas. 218-727-1177 or talundeen@clearwire.net