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We are on this earth for a short time, so it is with that in mind that we encourage you to let those you love know how much you care. During my mother's prolonged illness and ultimate death, Anne Davis took time to be "a mom" to me and to my family. Before David and I married, Anne took the time to get to know my husband-to-be before she gave her "blessing." I was so thankful to know that she saw David's wonderful qualities. Anne said that David was the "lid to my pot." He was just that. So many times through the years, Anne filled the role of mom to me.
This month, Anne passed away. David and I wish to express our sorrow over her death. She was one of the most beautiful women that we have ever know. She was a sweet picture of Jesus. Our prayer is that God will comfort her family at this time. May they look to the promise of Heaven.
We are anticipating the replication of this album as much as your are! Be praying that potential donors help us out. In the meantime, winter has hit us hard. We have another foot of snow here on our mountain. We actually thought that spring was nearly here. Our road was starting to melt a bit, and we dreamed of no longer putting chains on all fours to get up or down our mountain. C'est la vie. This weekend, we'll take a snowshoe walk...Maybe we'll be inspired with another song!
The CD booklet is finished, and the copyrights are completed. We are ready to replicate just as soon as the funds are in!
As I sat in church yesterday, I was blessed by the gifts of music and eyesight. Boni signed the words to "Oh, Holy Night," so those who were deaf could understand the amazing message found in the lyrics. Her visual image was a painting in itself. What would it be like to be deaf and miss out on the voice of the violin, the singer, the birds, even the sound of waves crashing upon the shoreline? I could only try to imagine a silent world. What of Helen Keller, who could neither hear nor see? The simple gifts are the ones that we so often forget to acknowledge. Thank you, God, this Christmas, for the simple, yet amazing gifts You give us everyday!
Today, we woke up to the quiet serenity of nature wrapped in hoary frost. The sun broke through the dense fog giving all that was touched by Heaven's light the look of gold lace. I thought of contentment and joy all in one. Take a walk outside and be revitalized!
Tonight, David will be busy publishing a teaser of Away from Rush Hour.... a bit to wet the appetite and have you anxiously awaiting the album's release. A pre-order button will be in place. It's easy enough to push that button and assure yourself of a copy! Go ahead, now!
Lynn
davidshearermusic.com
For almost two years, David has been working on a new album. He felt impressed to reach out to everyday people to draw them to a quieter sphere in life. Away from Rush Hour is a result of that driving desire to create a musical experience that would do just that. Micah and Joel contributed a little spice to make this adventure extra special. Those who know of this project ask with anticipation, “Is it done yet?”
Some of you may not know what it takes to create an album. It is much more than walking into David's studio and, BOOM, laying it down. Away from Rush Hour is a labor of LOVE. It took Heaven's gift to begin with in composing, in playing, and in recording.
In Micah's case, it took the gift of artistically photographing images to portray the moods of each piece. For him, it was also waiting for that perfect moment in time as he worked against weather conditions. Musically, he was working with an antique violin bow's fragile horse hairs as they crossed strings for which the bow was not intended.
Compositionally, David had to look deep within himself to his creative core on one occasion and then, on the next, he had to take what spontaneously came to him in a moment of inspiration. Sometimes, I had to pull him away from his studio for nourishment or sleep to become the priority. Having to work at his day jobs and still have the energy to record was a real issue. When fatigue was overwhelming, he had to put the album off until he felt ready.
In Joel's case, LOVE took him on a detour as his head was "in the clouds." Then, we simply had to pray that he would lay down a track...
Did you know that weather played a huge part in the way audio waves moved and musical instruments behaved? It's true. One day, the barometric pressure and humidity would be high, and the next, low, so much so that recording sessions at 3,150 feet were hampered and not possible. The conditions had to match the previous session in order to complete a piece.
Then, there was David's perfection in placing microphones and the performers in the best positions. Years of working with audio enriched David's gift. The music had to flow perfectly through the mics. In addition, he had to hear the harmonies, and layer tracks. Also, he had to work with his audio workstation and various programs until he liked what he mixed down. Yes, Away from Rush Hour has required endurance.
Have patience, dear friends, as we prepare for our faith-driven replication. The CD booklet has 24 pages of amazing photographs to interpret the music. We are almost there!
We trust that God will supply us with the funds needed to replicate Away from Rush Hour.
Looking forward to sharing our music!
Lynn, David, Joel, and Micah Shearer
We are finishing the layout of the CD booklet, so we are even closer to the finish line. Thursday night, we were in Leavenworth recruiting donors and sponsors. Those who listened to the CD teasers really liked what they heard. If you would like to donate to the replication and promotion costs of this project, scroll down to the bottom of the Homepage, click on the "Donations" button and it will take you to where you may use Paypal or your credit card to help get this wonderful project out there for all to enjoy. Thank you for your help!
We were out shooting for the new album's CD insert. What a gorgeous fall day! The air was crispy, and the cold breeze let us know that we were definitely alive. All around the leaves were falling. Above us, Mount David was scalloped by its first snows. As we were carrying our six-string dulcimer, Indian flute, and guitar, three men came upon us. One inquired, " I just have to ask. What are you doing, anyway?" We told them about our album. They begged for an demo, and David obliged. "Wow," they exclaimed. "That was great. We will just have to buy it. The music makes us unwind. This is just what we needed." The men told us that they were from different walks of life and were attending a family life retreat. They spoke of concern for their children's lives in a crazy world. They knew that they needed to help their families make sense of life. They took David's business card and told us that they would have special prayer for us at the campfire that afternoon. What affirmation from God that we need to be doing this project. What a delight to give them a feeling of peace through music!
We are overjoyed to have a new daughter, Raena. God has blessed Joel with a wonderful wife!
Hey everyone, we are almost there. Now to finish the CD card layout. Snagging Joel for the photo shoot is like trying to catch the wind! He and Raena are getting married, so with all the wedding planning, etc, Joel is almost unavailable. But, regardless, the album should be out by the end of October. We will just have to catch him at the wedding, if nowhere else.
Our vocal album will be hot on the heals of this release, so stay tuned! Thank you for all the patience and support that we are receiving for this venture.
David, Lynn, Joel, Abram, and Micah
WOW! We are just about finished. With all sorts of delays, including the latest--my computer power supply burning out my mother board, we are finally seeing the reality of this newest project's completion. Now the CD jacket and mastering are all that we have to do. I know that this instrumental album will be enjoyed for its diversity of imagery. The beauty of nature portrayed through music and the human spirit as it experiences all of life's moments will meet you in this endeavor. I thank the Lord for helping us to soar to the finish line.
Look for some singles soon! DAVID AND FAMILY
WOW! My sons and I have almost finished our collaboration of musical talents. Fitting work schedules and young ladies into the picture has been quite the challenge, especially where Joel is concerned. Alas, we can visualize the finish line. God is so good! At every turn, we have met obstacles, but God is stronger than all the trials that come along in life. We look forward to sharing this latest work with all of you.
I am currently half-way to the finish line on the first album. This album is very organic in nature with textures of sound designed to help listeners unwind from their stressful lives. Just working on these new compositions has been therapeutic for my entire family. Sometimes, life is too much in the fast lane. One of my goals for 2011 is to make everyday have a few moments of quiet reflection in the morning and evening on the blessing of our Creator and in those moments to consider how I can best serve our Heavenly Father.
Don't you feel that it is more than time for all of us to focus on what is most important in life? I do!
David
My wife and I will be celebrating our 30th anniverary. Praise God for His goodness!
I sang for a small community outreach this evening. It was amazing to see how small groups can be so caring and connected. I played "Shepherd Boy." God spoke through this piece stressing that God uses each one of us, no matter how small and insignificant we may seem.
I will be singng again for the communion service at the Wenatchee SDA Church. I have prayerfully chosen the song, "Judas and Mary" by Bonnie Letcher Casey. During these trying times, I find the message very fitting. Today, Christ would have us care for those in need as if they were the very body of Christ.
Saturday, January 24, 2009, I will be singing special music for the church service at the Wenatchee SDA Church in Wenatchee, WA. The church is located on the corner of 5th and Grand Ave. The song will be Arise, my Beloved, a classical piece by John Fischer. The sermon theme will be spiritual romance. See you there!
As time progresses, I am convicted that there needs to be a deeper thread of truth in music today. I am speaking of a thread that bonds the singer and listeners more fully to Christ. A wise old man once said, "We are the world's Bible." My prayer is that Christ will be fully reflected in my famliy's music such that a desire for Christ within will pour forth from the soul.--David
For the past several years, my family and I have been creating our mountain haven. I just finished updating my studio. Now I am working on two CDs. One is a Christmas instrumental. The other is a spiritually encouraging vocal.
