Sound the trumpets (and the French horn)

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Here it is – the moment you’ve all been waiting for! Or… at least the moment I’ve been TALKING UP. I have 4 brand spankin’ new songs up on MySpace – you can listen here.

Initially, I had thought that a simple guitar/vocal demo would be sufficient – just me and my Martin. But having the great fortune of working with the über-talented Jim Reilley and Eric Fritsch (and their bionic ears), I got so much more than I bargained for. Guitars, mandolin, bass, banjo, Wurlitzer, Hammond B3, even a rain stick shaker… Get ready for some sonic stimulation. Jim and Eric did an impressive job of making things sound good, despite my very green guitar playing and out-of-shape vocals – I prefer to think of my performance as “unpolished” and “folksy.”

At one point in the day, my friend Julie stopped by the studio to say hello. She casually mentioned that she had played French horn in high school, oh, 7 years ago. That was all that we needed to hear – you can hear her majestic 2 notes repeated several times in the background during the chorus of “My Own Hand.” Words cannot describe how much this delights me!


As a writer, it’s exciting to watch what was once only an idea – a fleeting thought or a word or a previously unarticulated emotion – actually take shape. Piece by piece and bit by bit, to watch it become. It’s among the most wondrous things I have experienced, and I have found a deep satisfaction in following through with the creative process. I expect that the more that I do this, the more comfortable and cohesive it will feel.

And so, without further ado… I HOPE YOU LIKE ACCORDION!

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12 Comments

  1. Duane on June 2, 2008 at 10:04 AM

    wahoo! going to go listen right now!

  2. marijkejane on June 2, 2008 at 11:33 AM

    okay, being a fellow musician and a possible aspiring Nashville dweller, I NEED NEED NEED to talk to you about this. Amazing what you’ve accomplished! I’ve been in a “band” for 2 years and have nary a song recorded. BLEH.

  3. Anonymous on June 2, 2008 at 1:02 PM

    They are amazing Annie!!
    ~Diana

  4. Anonymous on June 2, 2008 at 1:23 PM

    Hey Annie, I’m overwhelmed to put it mildly! If the world doesn’t take you by storm it’s crazy. I love your music. It touches my soul. And I love you. (from the beginning of your fan club.)

    grandma H

  5. Julianne on June 2, 2008 at 2:26 PM

    These are wonderful!! You are so talented. Way to go, Annie!

  6. I am Kate Maxwell and home is in on June 2, 2008 at 6:53 PM

    you’re amazing. big surprise there.

  7. breepick on June 2, 2008 at 11:45 PM

    YAY! Very awesome, Annie! I simply adore your voice!

  8. luke on June 3, 2008 at 10:45 AM

    I really like your new songs, especially “Lazy Summer Love.” Thanks for sharing!

  9. Andrea on June 3, 2008 at 11:34 AM

    LOVE your new music, Annie! You are so gifted!

  10. Tim and Krysten on June 8, 2008 at 2:25 AM

    really wonderful songs, annie. i hope you covertly planted a copy of your demo at the hill residence…

  11. mackenzie <>< on June 30, 2008 at 10:53 PM

    Lazy Summer Love and First You Cry have been stuck in my head all day. You’re amazing. And gifted. and beautiful. and humble :)

  12. Nicolas Frisby on July 1, 2008 at 11:47 PM

    I have no idea how genuine this is. I hope you enjoy it.

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