Friday
Oct192007
Fly
Friday, October 19, 2007 at 10:37AM
In commenting about the really bad star wars trumpet player, Stacy mentioned that my wife had recorded a song for me and she asked if I would share it with you.
Well, I didn't ask Kendra if I could post it on the web, so it might be gone by tomorrow, so listen quick before she finds out. The song is called "Fly" by Sara Groves. Kendra recorded it as a Christmas gift for me two years ago. She was pretty sneaky and with the help of Heather at the piano, the two of them snuck out to a local studio to record.
For those that don't know, it's not like she just cranks out songs like this every day. Kendra has sung and performed all of her life and even has her bachelor's degree from the UOP Conservatory of Music (which was used as a backdrop for Raiders of the Lost Ark), but her music career has taken a slowdown in order to raise a household of kids. So, taking the time to plan and record this song was a treat for her and a blessing for me. I'm still waiting for the full album to be completed. hope you enjoy it!
[podcast]/music/Fly.mp3[/podcast]
Quietly making noise,
Fletch
Well, I didn't ask Kendra if I could post it on the web, so it might be gone by tomorrow, so listen quick before she finds out. The song is called "Fly" by Sara Groves. Kendra recorded it as a Christmas gift for me two years ago. She was pretty sneaky and with the help of Heather at the piano, the two of them snuck out to a local studio to record.
For those that don't know, it's not like she just cranks out songs like this every day. Kendra has sung and performed all of her life and even has her bachelor's degree from the UOP Conservatory of Music (which was used as a backdrop for Raiders of the Lost Ark), but her music career has taken a slowdown in order to raise a household of kids. So, taking the time to plan and record this song was a treat for her and a blessing for me. I'm still waiting for the full album to be completed. hope you enjoy it!
[podcast]/music/Fly.mp3[/podcast]
Quietly making noise,
Fletch
Reader Comments (15)
Beautiful, I'm a bit teary eyed now. Preggy hormones yeah, but such a beautiful song. I heard this on your I pod last year during the Reformation work day but didn't grasp the lyrics. Thanks for sharing.
I think I can speak for all of us here: we really needed that after the Obi Wan debacle. Thanks for sharing it; it was wonderful! You know, we have recording studios here in Chicago. I wish I knew someone who knew how to operate one...
That was fantastic! So beautiful! I have wanted to here it for myself. She is so talented in so many way's. So glad you shared it. Thanks to Stacey for asking!
Yep, that's my friend, Kenj!! Makes me proud to know her :o)
~C
I am SO HAPPY you have this on here. Now I just have to figure out how to hear it. I've clicked on the three options above and... nothing.
???
Grr! I do have this brand-new computer so I'm sure I can listen, I'm just not sure *how*. Don't you dare take this off until I figure it out, though, okay?
~Stacy
Super fun to hear Kendra's voice after "reading" it for so long. Beautiful!
Amy
Beautiful!
That was great!!!
Wow! Beautifully done by Kendra! Thanks for sharing this, Fletch.
*Great* job, Kendra! (And thanks for sharing with us, Fletch!)
~Stacy
Beautiful! Thanks for sharing!
Susan
trying to listen but dial up is so sloooowww. Can't leave a comment for Kendra but I am very excited for you and the newest little Mango. Congrates!!!!!
it took awhile, but worth it. I have tears in my eyes--just beautiful!
Wow.
and...
Wow!
Her voice is beautiful, and the lyrics are gorgeous too. I am impressed that she chose that song to record for you. That speaks volumes about the two of you.
i'm glad you all agree that she has such a great voice. she is available for birthday parties, weddings and bar mitzvahs...
yes, she found out that i put it online (a little shocked to find it podcast at iTunes...downloadable by the world...), but she didn't mind...
fletch