My son in a local music video.

[kwbMitel]

This song is performed by my son's piano teacher. He was asked several times to participate in singing the in the background vocals and after much cajoling he "decided" to join in. When they went to the studio it was very interesting how they taped the kids over and over again. (Only 4 kids despite what it sounds like). I must admit my total surprise at how good the final song is/was. I had zero expectations and the quality just blew me away. When this started I thought we'd end up with a private recording that we would pull out at weddings or other public events where embarrassment or nostalgia were expected. Well, next thing we know, the song is quite a hit locally and Carrie gets a grant for a video. Again, expectations have been exceeded. My son can be seen in the video at 2:52 top left looking straight at the camera as I'm sure he was told not to do. Also seen at 3:25 straight backed and jutting chin again top left. In the far away shots in the church he is the second from left in the back row. Despite his all but insignificant role in this, I am quite proud of him for doing this. This was an opportunity not missed for once.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilQoaFKXiK8

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[gbaughma]

15 seconds of fame.



Just my 2¢

"What the captain doesn't realize is that we've secretly replaced his Dilithium Crystals with new Folger's Crystals."

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[SamBones]

15 seconds of fame.

seconds?!? I thought it was supposed to be minutes!!!

D@mn inflation!

 

[kwbMitel]

Yup, only 14:45 to go...

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[SantaMufasa]

My son in a local music video.

My son downloaded a music video one time. <grin>

Mufasa
(aka Dave of Sandy, Utah, USA)
[I provide low-cost, remote Database Administration services: www.dasages.com]
“Beware of those that seek to protect you from harm or risk. The cost will be your freedoms and your liberty.”

 

[BadBigBen]

Those streets sure look kinda like Edmonton, Alberta...

I must admit, I like here voice, it's soothing to the nerves...


Ben
"If it works don't fix it! If it doesn't use a sledgehammer..."
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[SantaMufasa]

KWB,

I didn't have a chance to watch the video until just now. I'm very impressed. I'd buy it. It's a great song, with great lyrics, adorable kids (including yours, of course), and a message and a spirit that is difficult to find in music nowdays.

Since my eleventh grandchild is being born Friday morning, the song touched my heart, and I'll admit that I needed a Kleenex to take care of my leaky eyes.

Please tell your son for me, "Well done !"

Mufasa
(aka Dave of Sandy, Utah, USA)
[I provide low-cost, remote Database Administration services: www.dasages.com]
“Beware of those that seek to protect you from harm or risk. The cost will be your freedoms and your liberty.”

 

[kwbMitel]

Santa - Your insights about the meaning of the song are bang on. The singer wrote it about her feelings for her daughter.

BigBadBen - Edmonton - you got it. You actually recognised it though? I don't think I could and I've been here all of my life. Most people comment on her voice. It has a quality I just can't put my finger on that I enjoy as well.

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What's most important is that you realise ... There is no spoon.

 

[guitarzan]

He needed "cajoling" going in but, what were his feelings after? Judging from the look on his face, it must have been a great experience for him I concur with Santa, "Well done!

 

[BadBigBen]

You actually recognised it though?

well <insert dramatic pause> not really... a little research on my part, seeing that her website was posted prominently on YouTube, and there I just put two and two together... ;-)

and yes, her voice is indescribable (in a positive sense)...

Ben
"If it works don't fix it! If it doesn't use a sledgehammer..."
How to ask a question, when posting them to a professional forum.
Only ask questions with yes/no answers if you want "yes" or "no"

 

[kwbMitel]

BigBadBen - I suspected as much but I didn't want to call you out. If I were wrong it would have diminished an incredible achievement.

Guitarzan - After the CD release, he listened to it continually for over a week. I think it might even become one of those defining moments in his life. Only time will tell though.

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[BadBigBen]

kwbMitel, the closest I ever had gotten to Canada were New York's Airports, so there would be almost no chance that I could recognize those streets (even using Google Streetview)... there was a time I wanted to immigrate to Canada (Toronto to be exact) but with my finances as they are, that never happened...

and I don't mind being called out on stuff, when I get caught trying to be sneaky/funny/etc., makes things more interesting... ;-)

Ben
"If it works don't fix it! If it doesn't use a sledgehammer..."
How to ask a question, when posting them to a professional forum.
Only ask questions with yes/no answers if you want "yes" or "no"

 

[SantaMufasa]

I think it might even become one of those defining moments in his life. Only time will tell though.

KWB, I, personally, would be very interested to hear how this event affects your son. It is amazing how a singular event such as this can have a profound effect on someone.


Without wishing to hijack the thread, I recall, as a 10-year-old, how an simple, benign event changed my life forever: A new kid (that moved in next door to our house) was a couple of years older than I. The new guy, whom I had not yet met, was over at the local school yard playing baseball with some other kids. I was standing outside the chain-link fence, wishing I was playing with the other kids.

The new guy saw me and called out, "Hey, do you want to come play with us?"

I said "Sure!", and I joined them. The way that his kindness made me feel was exhilarating.

From that day forward, realizing how validated it made me feel, I promised myself that I was always going to treat others with acceptance, friendship, dignity, and respect. I have never regretted my decision, and I hope that it may have helped others along the way.

My children, knowing how I feel about the topic, created a sign for my desk that contains the thought that appears in my signature, below.



Mufasa
(aka Dave of Sandy, Utah, USA)
“People may forget what you say, but they will never forget how you made them feel.