Mix/Mastering - WOODS STUDIO

Remember that Christmas
The family’s last Christmas
I know it’s been years but the memory’s dear

Now the holiday's started
With so many departed
It’s not the same feeling
And it’s hard to find cheer

It’s you and I only
And to feel less lonely 
Here in our home we treat the past as a friend
And then in our hearts
It is Christmas once again

We’ve every intention
To follow tradition
But sometimes we find ourselves preoccupied
It’s not how it once was
And feeling as one does
We do what we can and are glad that we tried

 It’s you and I only
And to feel less lonely 
Here in our home we treat the past as a friend
And then in our hearts
It is Christmas once again

What else could give our spirits a lift
Then late in December
To once more remember
the happy times - and that is our gift

So sit by the fire
The warmth will inspire
The times that we once shared to join with us

It’s you and I only
And to feel less lonely 
Here in our home we treat the past as a friend
And then in our hearts
It is Christmas as back then, back when
Yes in our hearts
It is Christmas once again

Christmas Once Again

the dog that weeps after it kills is no better than the dog that doesn't. my guilt will not purify me

Songs with a twinge of humor (and some a bit more serious).  
I do not use AI to create my songs. 
Recently I have had the urge to pick up my guitars (Taylor 114ce and Fender Squire) and I have been trying to use more guitar in my songs.  
My go to .vst plug ins are  EZkeys 2, EZ Bass and  EZ drummer 3) and my DAW is Logic Pro 11. 
I welcome your comments and enjoy listening to all the great music on SoundCloud. 
All songs are originals and copyrighted.

I'm a lover, not a fighter; I'm a singer and songwriter.  Let me know if I ever flounder; but if you boo me, I'll play louder.

-Boston Area storytelling.  Remember you are only a true artist if you recognize the genius in somebody's else's work. Keep your ears open there is genius all around us.

(Translation above)

Auteur-compositeur de chansons françaises qui n'attendent que de bons interprètes. 
Après des études au conservatoire et musicologie à la Sorbonne, j'ai enseigné l'éducation musicale à des élèves en école élémentaire de 1982 à 2021.

Dès 1989, alors que je découvrais la MAO, j'ai commencé à faire des centaines d'arrangements de chansons pour enfants ou adultes dans tous les styles pour les faire chanter. Cette solide expérience m'a amené dans un premier temps à composer des chansons pour mes élèves. Puis, je me suis lancé dans un répertoire pour adultes. 132 chansons à ce jour !

Mon répertoire va de la danse traditionnelle française (La bourrée du maumarié), à l’EDM (La tête dans les étoiles) en passant par la musique classique (Double concerto pour violon, violoncelle et orchestre à cordes) et la chanson française, le gros du panier, avec le plus souvent cette pointe d’humour qui fait tant défaut aujourd’hui dans beaucoup de chansons, (ce qui est étonnant quand on voit autant d’humoristes fleurir aux six points de l’Hexagone…)

Même si certains apprécient ma façon de chanter, mes chansons sont faites pour de vrais interprètes qui aiment monter sur scène.

Né en 1961 à Paris.
Membre SACEM

Author-composer and performer... by default of French songs. 
After studying at the Conservatoire and musicology at the Sorbonne, I taught music education to elementary school pupils from 1982 to 2021.

As early as 1989, when I was just discovering computer-assisted music, I started making hundreds of arrangements of songs for children and adults in all styles, to get them to sing along. This solid experience initially led me to compose songs for my students. Then I started working on a repertoire for adults. 132 songs to date!

My repertoire ranges from traditional French dance (La bourrée du maumarié), to EDM (La tête dans les étoiles), classical music (Double concerto for violin, cello and string orchestra) and French chanson, the mainstay of my repertoire, most often with that touch of humor so lacking in so many songs these days (which is astonishing when you see so many humorists flourishing at the six points of the Hexagon...).

Even if some people like the way I sing, my songs are made for real performers who like to get up on stage.

Born in 1961 in Paris.
SACEM member

Nominated for four 2024 Prix MNB Awards, Boy T is an African-Canadian artist who discovered his passion for music at a young age. He began writing lyrics and experimenting with music software in 2002. After a hiatus for studies in Agronomy and Business Management, he returned to music in 2016, blending hip-hop, R&B, pop, and Afro influences.

His debut single “Jealousy” (2018) and the self-produced album "AWAKE" (2020) garnered local attention. Notable tracks like "Lost" and "From Love" helped him gain recognition, and his work was included in Black History curricula in 2022.

Boy T actively engages youth through concerts, including "Oui Francé" and "Black and Motivated." His latest track, "For Better," addresses the housing crisis, showcasing his commitment to social issues through music

NOTICE: I DO NOT PAY FOR PROMOTION. EVER.

SPOTLIGHT: Sexagenarian Volume VI is now complete after the addition of its twelfth tarck, "where once...". Check out the other five (5!) volumes of Sexagenarian as well. 

BIO: I started writing songs in high school (1969-1973!) and I've pretty much never stopped. These are mostly solo recording projects (my brother, Fog City Fogey, contributes sometimes).  I don't do much self-promotion, not a fan of Repost Exchange etc, so all of you who find this page and like a song or two - you are truly appreciated!

Unapologetic musical calamity from around the world. The only way to support: https://gomjabbar.bandcamp.com

A Music Fanatic, inspired Songwriter and Music Producer, enthusiastic Mixer and a Guitarist creating songs for the pure joy of it. I love to include my Wife and Daughter in my Music to capture a beautiful moment; a personal time capsule. Music is an expressive outlet for me and I write from the heart.

Close to my heart is raising awareness of HYPER MOBILITY EHLERS-DANLOS SYNDROME. 

“Sometimes when you hear hoofbeats, it really is a zebra.”

No two zebras have identical stripes and no two people with Hyper Mobility Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome are identical. They have different symptoms, different types, and different experiences. 

Please see the link below for further information and awareness about Hyper Mobility Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome on the Ehlers-Danlos Society website. 

heart house and the new kindness. 2025

Contact | hearthouserecords@hotmail.com

Writing songs about relationships, real or imagined.

Welcome to the Doonesbury Band. A complete library of all our songs finished and under development - outtakes, studio recordings, early versions - everything, why not - See you on the road

Recent albums:
Slow Down (You're on Creek Time)
Joe's Bench. 
Christmas Blues with The Doonesbury Band

Original Singles:
Slow Down
Sailing Away
Moma, I'm Home
Where's Joe
and more see soundcloud

Gerald Shaffer Bio.

Founder of the Doonesbury band Gerald is a Canadian musician and writer, producer, and performer. He is 56 years old and lives a rural life in roberts creek bc with his family.

His songs are alternative rock - inspired by southern blues, english blues, rock and roll, trance and 70's 

Today Gerald produces his own music under the Shaffer Music label. He sings and  plays keyboard, guitar, harmonica

For live performance bookings or sync work please email gjshaffer@gmail.com 

demo tape on request

all music on this site is protected under international copyright protect and may not be used without written permission from Gerald Shaffer of Robert's Creek BC gjshaffer@gmail.com 
.

Christmas Once Again

CW Mullins