More From St.Patrick's Choir & Naomi Moriyama!

It was another day in the studio for the Open Mic For Autism Team!



On Sunday, April 6th, we were joined by the presence of Jessica, Marielle & Tiffany from the St. Patrick's Regional Concert Choir. Also, we were honoured to have Naomi Moriyama and her backup singers, Darlene Patterson & Akeiko Chow to record the track "Song For Christopher". Once again, we'd like to thank everyone for their support and contributions!

We are one step closer to completion!

ALBUM SNEAK PEEK: MR.P-performed by Joey Ft. DJ Hillman

The Open Mic For Autism Team has some exciting news!

After hours of mixing and arranging the recordings, here is a sneak peek of one of the tracks that will appear on the album. "Mr.P" is performed by Joey from the St. Patrick's Regional Choir featuring DJ Hillman. This song is a dedication to Mr.P himself, who is a wonderful youth living and coping with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

To listen to the track, simply press play on the Mini Ipod on the right side of the page!


Enjoy!

-The Open Mic For Autism Team-

Medicare For Autism Now! Rally Updates

Thanks to all those who made it out to the Medicare For Autism Now! Rally at Shadbolt Centre on Sunday March 2nd. The Open Mic For Autism team had a great time helping out with the event and meeting all of you. The following is the segments from Global News and CTV News regarding the Rally:





Thank you to all those who attended!

-The Open Mic for Autism Team-

The Unofficial Mascot of Open Mic For Autism

As a sidenote, during the recording session on Sunday, Feb, 24th @ New Radio Productions, only one puppy was able to sleep through the entire musical night.

Allow us to introduce the Unofficial Mascot of Open Mic for Autism:


Zoey Kabooey!



We'd like to thank her for entertaining all of us with her bumblebee outfit.

-The Open Mic For Autism Team-

Miki & the Saxophone with St. Patrick's Regional Choir!

The Open Mic for Autism Team had yet another musical and insipiring recording sessions at the New Radio Productions Studio on Sunday, Feb.24th, 2007. We were all honoured to have Miki Freeman to perform an aboslutely stunning saxophone solo for the album. We would like to thank Miki and Danielle for taking the time out of their busy schedules. We were also once again blessed by the angelic voices from the members of the St. Patrick's Regional Concert & Chamber Choir. A big thank you goes to Anne Marie, Joey, John, Hannah, Sophie, Shennet & James for their dedication and hard work. We'd also like to send a big big thank you to Dave Chan from the FEAT foundation and Marek Joseph for their generous contributions. Also, reminder to all those who are either attending or planning on attending the "Medicare for Autism Now" Rally. It is happening THIS SUNDAY at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts at the City of Burnaby.















See you all at the Rally!

-The Open Mic For Autism Team-

St. Patrick's Regional Choir @ New Radio Productions!

On Sunday, Feb. 18th, we were joined by members of the St. Patricks' Regional Chamber and Concert Choir at the New Radio Productions Studio. We send a big thank you to Joey, Shenette, and John for their patience & hard work in the extra-warm recording booth. We were all amazed by their beautiful voices. We also want to send our deepest appreciation to Marek Joseph for providing the space and for all his help in the studio.



Till next time!

-The Open Mic For Autism Team-

"Medicare For Autism Now" Rally on March 2nd!

On Sunday, March 2nd, 2008 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., the "Medicare For Autism Now" Rally will take place at the Shadbolt Centre for the Arts in Burnaby. The Open Mic For Autism Team will also be present at the Rally supporting this cause. There will also be a sneak peek of some of the tracks off the album.

Featured speakers will include:

Dr. Sabrina Freeman – Executive Director, FEAT of BC and parent
Jean Lewis – Director, FEAT of BC and parent
David Chan – Director, Autism Society of BC, FEAT of BC and parent
Dubravka Skrijelj – FEAT of BC member and parent
Dr. Glen Davies – Clinical Director - ABLE Developmental Clinic
Beverley Sharpe – FEAT of BC member and parent
Louise Witt – Director, Autism Society of BC, FEAT of BC and parent
David Marley – FEAT of BC member and Political Strategist

This is an event everyone should attend in order to make a difference in million of families and children's lives!

YOU can make a difference!





See you there!

-The Open Mic For Autism Team-