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Up coming event – Gospel Jam

Sander — Wed, 02 May 2012 08:56:03 +0000

Will be backing up JJ Liao at Gospel Jam on May 6, 2012 at Center Stage.

Music workshop continues

Sander — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 08:13:48 +0000

It continues to be a very busy summer for me and my family as we continue to teach these eager learners how to play instruments and how to make music. The response to our music ministry workshop was overwhelming and thankfully the young music team musicians whom I’m supposed to train – doubled as teachers. Here is a pic taken while the students are busy following instructions and practicing.

music workshop

These workshops combined with the early morning basketball is taking its toll on my body. I’m planning to go to our favorite spa to have a nice massage with exotic oils like Cleopatra’s Choice Argan oil to get myself revved up and ready for more work. The work truly is never done.

Back to Home Recording

Sander — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:56:51 +0000

After a long hiatus, I have finally gotten some free time to get back into home recording. I was playing around with my effects pedal when I suddenly had the urge to make a demo of the artist copy patches I made.

I took on the challenge of creating Eric Johnson patches for the POD HD400, and I was somehow satisfied. Some will still argue that my rendition was not completely accurate but the important thing is I liked it. I then jammed on an EJ track called East Wes using tones that I based off EJ’s setup.

After recording it and listening through my humble speaker system, I found it appeasing, but what’s wierd is if I listen in using my headphone, it does seem a bit trebly. Maybe it is due to my cheap headphones, which reminds me to get decent models of headphones like numark headphones for better headphone monitoring.

Hunt for a Guitar Case

Sander — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:42:09 +0000

My 1983 Fender Sratocaster JV is in need of a new home. The current gig bag that I use is many years old already and is almost about to give out, which is why I have been actively looking for a good gig bag or guitar case that be an exact fit for my guitar. I’ve already checked out the generic cases that are available and sadly they are not as fitting as I would hope so I am hoping some guy out there could sell me a case that is specifically made for Fender Strats.

On Air

Sander — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 13:35:48 +0000

Who would have thought that I would be heard live on a popular radio station with a very popular singer songwriter? Well if you thought so then you hit the jackpot! Last Saturday was a blast – went to two radio stations, promoting the 2nd Elements National Singing and Songwriting Camp, I was with 2 awesome mentors and we jammed on both of the stations we were in. Good times!

2nd Elements National Singing and Songwriting Camp

Sander — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:59:13 +0000

I didn’t think I’d make the first camp, but I tried and I was blessed with one of the best experience in my life! It was the highlight of my 2010! So if you are thinking twice, or hesitating to apply, here’s a taste of what is to come for he chosen 60 that will take part in the second camp!

Music Room!

Sander — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 11:05:27 +0000

I’ve been hoping to complete my home studio within this year but I guess it will have to wait until our house has been renovated. We have included a small music room in the design and by God’s grace, I will be practicing and recording tracks early next year. Aside from instruments – which I already have a lot of, I am considering getting good quality speakers. I have been scouting for a few but the question is which bookshelf speakers should I get? In any case I hope to see the completion of our new house and by God’s grace amplify my musical productivity.

Nicki Minaj Awesome Pics in BlackBook

Sander — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 02:30:23 +0000

Nicki Minaj or Onika Tanya Maraj in real life is the newest cover of BlackBook Magazine for their March 2011 issue. She is from Trinidad and Tobago and is well known as a hip hop and R&B singer/songwriter. Her first debut album, Pink Friday, has become number one in the Billboard charts.

In her cover shot at Blackbook, Nicki sports a hot pink lipstick and electric blue eyeshadow. She also answers some candid questions in the magazine. Grab one now and you’ll surely know some interesting facts about this latest star. Meanwhile, feast your eyes at her gorgeous pictures after the jump.

Steel Drums

Sander — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 04:32:37 +0000

Music is the most effective remedy to relieve the soul from the heartaches of life. There is something about the strings of notes and melody that captivates the listeners and sends them to the world of fantasy.

You can serenade someone with a classical guitar. You can rock the world with your traditional drums and deliver a symphonic madness with a grand piano. But how about those people who do not want to go for the traditional? You can still enjoy the world of music because of the steelband family. The group of instruments is composed of quadraphonic, cello, six pan, steel drums and so much more. The steel pan originated from Trinidad and Tobago and is made of a drum that usually contains oil. It is categorized under the idiophone family and this seemingly peculiar instrument has actually been used since 1780’s. That makes the steel drum or steel pan a historic and antique musical instrument then.

Glee Christmas Album

Sander — Mon, 29 Nov 2010 23:20:18 +0000

The popular TV show, Glee, has released its very first Christmas album. I’m sure this would be a hit because Glee is watched by millions worldwide. Take a look at the track list from the Glee Christmas Album.

Glee Christmas Album Track List

We Need A Little Christmas (Jenna Ushkowitz, Amber Riley, Chris Colfer)
Deck The Rooftop (Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Naya Rivera, Kevin McHale, Heather Morris, and Jenna Ushkowitz)
Merry Christmas Darling (Lea Michele)
Baby, It’s Cold Outside (Chris Colfer and Darren Criss)
The Most Wonderful Day Of The Year (Chord Overstreet, Mark Salling, Kevin McHale, Lea Michele, Chris Colfer, Jenna Ushkowitz, and Heather Morris)
Last Christmas (Lea Michele, Cory Monteith, Amber Riley, Kevin McHale, Mark Salling, Jenna Ushkowitz, and Chris Colfer)
God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (Lea Michele, Amber Riley, Naya Rivera, and Jenna Ushkowitz)
O Christmas Tree (Matthew Morrison)
Jingle Bells (Cory Monteith, Mark Salling, and Kevin McHale)
You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch (k.d. lang and Morrison)
Angels We Have Heard On High (Amber Riley)
O Holy Night (Lea Michele)