Release Date - December 23, 2020
Once In Royal David's City arr. by R. Kevin Boesiger

Distinctive Sounds
...curating virtual performances

This page contains information about the virtual performances produced by Distinctive Sounds. If you are interested in participating in a virtual performance, click on the contact below and put "Virtual Performance" in the subject line. The performances are open to anyone. We have musicians from all walks of life.

Mission Statement

To give musicians an opportunity to perform and belong to an online community. We perform a variety of music that contain messages of hope and encouragement. The goal is to bring together people who have diverse backgrounds but are still able to be unified by music.

Current Project Instructions

DOWNLOAD
  • ​​​​​​​​The Score (PDF)
  • ​There is a Vocal Score or a Piano/Vocal Score available
PRACTICE
  • Rehearse using the videos below
  • Part tracks contain a synthesized voice playing the part. An accompaniment track with no parts is available as well.
  • Make sure you are solid on the notes and rhythms.
  • Pay careful attention to dynamics, phrasing and breath marks.
Once you have learned the piece you are ready to create the recording. You will need 2 devices: one to play the accompaniment track and one to record. You will also need headphones or earbuds. Follow the steps below to create your recording.​

RECORDING INSTRUCTIONS

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​VIDEO SET-UP
  • Set-up in a room that will be quiet.
  • Set your recording device horizontally.
  • Make sure lighting is good and we can see your face at all times.
  • Check your background
    • Use a blank wall with no pictures or hangings behind you. A neutral color is preferred.
  • Shoot the video from chest up.
  • Wear a solid dark color.
  • Have your score in a place that cannot be seen in the video.
    • You don’t need to look directly into the camera – sing naturally.

AUDIO SET-UP
  • Use a device with a good quality microphone to record.
    • iPhones or Smartphones work well.
    • You can also use an external microphone but it is not necessary.
  • The device used for recording should be stable. Use a tripod, music stand or get creative!
  • Use headphones or earbuds to listen the track while you sing.
    • The recording should be only your voice – NO accompaniment should be heard.
  • Plug your headphones into the device that is playing the accompaniment track.
  • Record a small part of the song and check it to make sure the audio and video are good.
  • Record the entire song from the very beginning of the song to the very end.
    • Be aware that even when you are not singing you are still recording.
  • Save your video
    • Use the song title and your last name for the file name.
      • EX. America the Beautiful (Boesiger)
  • Upload your video using the button below.
    • You will be given the choice to upload your video or if your video is on Google Drive you can send a link to your video.

Submission Deadline - June 21st

Still, in One Peace (Recording Tracks)

SOPRANO PART
ALTO PART
TENOR PART
BASS PART

Still, in One Peace (Scores)

Still, in One Peace (Vocal)
File Size: 223 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File
Still, in One Peace (Piano/Vocal)
File Size: 482 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File