What I did yesterday!

[kambriel]

So, I've been wanting to share this with you for a while, however I was too superstitious to bring anything up until I finally went through with it...

Yesterday I went into a studio to record some violin parts I wrote for a song called "Fell to Regret" that will appear on Monica Richards' new cd!

Many of you didn't know I play violin, and I hadn't recorded anything in years, so this was a total leap of faith for me (surely there's a Faith & the Muse pun in there somewhere), but all seemed to go very well, with the other people in the studio applauding after I finished my tracks, and if luck has it, you will be hearing me play on her upcoming cd! :)

Most people know me primarily through fashion design, but music's always been a passion of mine. Months ago (yes, I've kept it a secret all this time!), when Monica asked if I would add some violin parts to a new song she was working on, it filled me with a mixture of honor, excitement, and trepidation... I am so glad to have summoned the bravery to go through with it though. The canvas she provided me to work with made the inspiration come easily on a variety of levels, and it was a great feeling to play again!


~ Kambriel

[Kambriel.com ~ Etsy ~ Bluesky]

Comments

[ladytatiana.livejournal.com]

i told you everything would go well. bravo, bella!!!

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

That's because you are a dear and supportive friend who had faith in me when my own waivered... Thank you.

I'm so sorry to hear about your grandmother.
I loved the story of her riding to school each day on her horse. Maybe you should continue that tradition around Boston? ;)

[ladytatiana.livejournal.com]

not only a horse, but a velvet-lined coach. btw, you are SO signing my copy when i get one ;)

[kerrykate.livejournal.com]

wonderful!I cant wait to here it!!

[theblackdeer.livejournal.com]

Wow, that is a big deal! And not just the fact that you collaborated with someone so talented and well known, but also because overcoming that big step is a huge thing.

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

Thank you for understanding. It's true that often what is hidden deep within our own minds are the biggest obstacles we need ever overcome.

[obsequious.livejournal.com]

That's really cool. I can't wait to hear it.

[veil.livejournal.com]

That's wonderful!! I'll definitely be purchasing the new album! :)

[demonangel.livejournal.com]

BRAVO! overcoming a fear is one thing but doing it with something you have a passion for is a great leap!
if anyone could do it and do it well it is you my dear!
congratulations, you have to let us all know when this cd becomes available for purchase!
d

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

You are so sweet! Thank you sincerely for your kind thoughts :)
I will absolutely let you know when the cd comes out!

[devilandmouse.livejournal.com]

That's fantastic! The violin is a beautiful instrument. I played for 3 years when I was a girl and I wish I would have continued.
I can't wait to hear you play on the cd. What an honor! Congratulations! :)

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

It's never too late to pick it up again if you want to :) There were years when I didn't play at all as other parts of life took over, but when you come back to it, you realize a lot of the technique you learned previously is still with you, and you bring more emotion to it all based on the life you've lived and experiences you've had.

[devilandmouse.livejournal.com]

Yes, I would think so! :) Maybe one day I will...

[oldhalloween.livejournal.com]

Talented seamstress and clothing designer, lovely, and a music talent! You are a Renaissance woman...well except you probably bathe more...and smell better! ;0 )

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

I love how you say "probably"! :D

[oldhalloween.livejournal.com]

Well, you know....I guess it just depends on if you live the stereotype....club smoke...cloves and all! LOL. ::running::

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

::catches up with you::
No club smoke on me! I don't smoke, and hardly ever go to clubs nowadays, just on very rare occasions for special events or if a friend is playing. Even so, there's a smoking ban in MA, so it's a beautiful thing :) Clove essential oil however ~ well, you got me on that one!

[slipshodsally.livejournal.com]

YAY!!! I'm glad you went thru with it! That would be a scary feat, but you did it! I wonder what the future holds?

[panzerkunst.livejournal.com]

Faboo, and bravo on keeping it under wraps...I'm always afraid to jinx things too.

[blooddrop.livejournal.com]

Well, that is truly exciting!!! I will look very, very forward to this release with you performing on it! What a wonderful new thing for you!

[http://users.livejournal.com/_amaranthe_/]

I think this is brilliant!

[jrotica.livejournal.com]

Congratulations, that is fabulous news, so exciting and fulfilling
:)

Paging: Kambriel

[mythworker.livejournal.com]

First off, congrats on the Monica Richards/violin project, very exciting.

I wanted to follow up with you regarding NewWitch. The editor-in-chief says she will be delighted to send you a comp copy of the magazine. Just send her your shipping address. Her e-mail is: swniven@mcn.org (Anne Niven)

Also she is also interested in doing an interview with you for publication. She has asked if I want to do it. So if you are comfortable with that I would be happy to set things up.

Cheers,
Jason Pitzl-Waters

New Witch

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

That's great! Of course I'd be honoured if you wanted to do the piece, thank you :) Just let me know what you'll be needing from me, and I'll look forward to hearing from you.

Re: New Witch

[mythworker.livejournal.com]

Re: Interview

Just let me know what e-mail I should use to send you the questions. The editors will contact you about photos and such once the interview goes to publication.

[lisawebb.livejournal.com]

So talented! I can't wait to hear how the finished song(s) will turn out.
Congrats!

[anricat.livejournal.com]

Wow! That is so fabulous! I can't wait to hear it.

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

Thank you ~ I knew you'd be happy for me :)
I can't wait to hear what new things you and Dru are coming up with!

[anricat.livejournal.com]

Where did you do the recording? Do you have pretty regular access to a studio?

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

Frank and Cheryl were kind enough to let us record at their Absinthe Soundworks (http://www.dreamchildmusic.com/absinthe.html) studio. This was the first time I'd stepped foot in a recording studio since I was a senior in high school, so it's been a long time!

[alonewiththemoon]

congratulations, not just for having done it but for having the faith in yourself to get it done :-)

[lilymunster.livejournal.com]

What an accomplishment! Can't wait to hear it when it comes out.

Greetings....

[ethereal-garden.livejournal.com]

Wow Kambriel, that is so wonderful! It sounds like you excelled in it, and Monica is a lovely muse to be inspired by as well... (would've loved to have been in the studio in your moment.)
I hope you are having a Wonderful Halloween Season... (oh and a hello to Frank & Cheryl ;)
take care,
~

p.s this is my first post... weeee

Re: Greetings....

[kambriel.livejournal.com]

I'm honoured you would pop in here and leave your first comment ~ thank you and welcome!

It is a picture perfect Halloween season. I'll add you as a friend so you can go back and see some of my earlier photo posts :)

[bluegirlb.livejournal.com]

oh, that is all kinds of fabulous! :D

catching up

[aneke.livejournal.com]

violin! wonderful??? can i ask how you arranged it? i didn't know you had access to a recording studio. gives me an Idea... AHEM!
I'm emailing you. :P