Spiritually Free, the SLCSL Band CD

This recording would not have come to fruition if not for the these dear people; their belief in my potential and their consistent encouragement (nagging!) and support. Read more

First, to Missy Jolley, for introducing me to Science of Mind in 1991, being patient with me and my initial arguments against it, for our wild and beautiful rollercoaster marriage, and for giving me the wonderful lyric, “Dance to the rhythm of the universe”.  Thank you, Missy. 

Secondly, to Rev. Donald Graves, for appointing me Music Director of the Salt Lake Center for Spiritual Living (formerly the Church of Religious Science) in July of 1998; for his kudos and critiques, his trust in me and giving me the autonomy in my position to explore and create.  Thank you, Rev. Donald Graves!

Thirdly, to my dear friend, Delaine Croonenborgh, for generously gifting me the funds to start recording (years ago!).  It was a great learning process, even though I only got 5 songs down.  Thank you, Delaine!

Although these Thank You’s are chronological, I cannot emphasize enough the gratitude and ever-expanding love for my wife, Chamaigne. She is a treasure-trove of inspiration, talent and multifaceted Beauty.  I’m so grateful for all of our common interests, for her patience, love and support.  Thank you, my Love!

Thank you to the SLCSL Band for donating their time and talents to this project!  Thank you, DelAnne, for your wonderful, soulful, emotive and skillful singing!  Thank you, Chamaigne, for your beautiful, soaring and evocative vocals and your phenomenal songwriting!  Thank you, Lezlee, for your amazing singing and songwriting; for your commanding, yet never over-played keys, your sensitivity and musical insights!  Thank you, Drew, for your great bass-playing, your attention to the music and your persistent sense of humor!  Thank you, Ricardo, for planting the seed for this project, for your awesome percussion skills, your kindness, generosity and attentive musicianship.  Thank you, Rory!  As the newest member of the band, you have certainly made yourself indispensable!  Your skillful licks and shreds, adjusting the timbre of your electric guitar to fit the tune, and your bold, bluesy harmonica provide much of the brilliant ornaments in our music!  Thanks, man!

Thanks to AV engineer Raj Harrous, the Wizard of Raj, and his team for making us look and sound good for our live and livestream presentations every Sunday morning!

Thanks, Ken Kruckenberg of Sonic Pathways for your stellar musicianship, recording skills and patience producing this album.  It was such a pleasure working with you to create something beyond our expectations!

Love, 

Ric Sharette