masterwordsmith-unplugged

I thought I'd do something different to wish my dear readers, friends and relatives by singing a Christmas greeting instead of posting just the usual greeting card in my blog.

I was first inspired by THIS VIDEO which was posted by Dr. Michael Chick in his Facebook profile. I tried to do it acapella and was stuck as my music editor only allows a three-track recording. Then, I decided to play the piano with my younger boy doing fill-ins with the violin. Most disastrous because we ended up laughing and complaining about each other. After a few frustrating but hilarious attempts, especially with my boy's facial expressions, I decided to use JB Craipeau's singing as a background intro but somehow, it did not work.

Finally, I decided to use a YouTube track for the accompaniment. I liked the instrumental and decided to try it out. After a few bars, I was very tired and decided to go for it.

As such, I did the following recording in only one take as by then, I was so tired out after singing the song in different styles and with different accompaniment.

Selecting the pics, editing/synching and uploading it took ages because forgetful me, either forgot to save the file or had some gaps or uploaded the wrong file. This video clip has indeed been a labor of love and I finished everything by 2.30am. It is now 2.46am and I am scheduling this post for 6.15a.m.

I am not a professional singer - not that great in crooning either but this song is specially from my heart - to wish every single one of you A Very Merry Christmas. This Christmas is very special - because I hit the big five...older and hopefully wiser. May God bless each one of you with a beautiful and meaningful Christmas and a very unforgettable New Year filled with blessing upon blessing. Take care and have a great day!

CLICK HERE FOR THE YOUTUBE VIDEO.