There comes a time when ambitions exceed what one can actually carry out. Such is the case with my hopes to regularly update this blog – such was the case with the promise of streaming video for the VuVox recording sessions.

THEORY

It would have been easy to let fans in on the process – but it turned out that the schedule was tight, and the engineers were few. Setting up multiple cameras being manned by one of the guys – mixing a version of the control room with the recording booth – would have been a lot of fun and probably lightened the mood even more. Unfortunately, beyond not having time to set it up, we were missing some vital equipment. We still had a great time, don’t get me wrong, but there is always the sense (at least with most things I do) that if given another chance, the second time around would be better.

Waterloo-whop

This by no means applies to the singing. I hope I am not jinxing it, but I felt the focus of the group in this recording endeavor  was a great deal higher than in previous years. I’m assuming this will translate to a better album, but a lot rides on my mixing still. One thing is certain: I will not be designing the album or orchestrating all of the other album shenanigans – I will be completely devoted to the “sound”.

FINAL NOTES

I talked with a lot of the guys, and they felt the experience provided a time for the group to reconnect after a hectic year. That was encouraging, because I want to see this group of guys grow  – I want their album to propel them to even better things. New guys fill the ranks now, only one original member is left. I’m happy about the new leadership, but also understand the difficulties going forward with all the expectations from campus community. Since it’s inception, VuVox has been about balancing fun and music at a high level. I enjoyed my time in the group, and enjoy my role as alumnus, friend, and observer. I plan to do my part – whatever it is – to keep this tradition on a steady course.