Episode 23: The Creative Role of the Session Musician with Guitarist Mark Baldwin
Instrumentals are the foundation of creating an emotionally powerful song. Different instruments combining certain chords, tempos and melodies can transport the listener to different locations, with each person experiencing the same song differently.
That's why we are so excited to have Professional Studio Musician, Mark Baldwin, on today's episode. Mark shares his story of becoming a guitarist, discovering his passion for music and playing several songs for Music for the Soul.
He also explains why he believes intrumental music can be so transformational in peoples' lives and the importance it can have in giving people an outlet to express their emotions. Finally Mark shares tips from his 30+ years of experience on how aspiring artists can get their start in becoming a studio musician.
Who is Mark Baldwin?
Mark Baldwin is a Dove Award Nominated studio musician and producer, solidly established in the ever-changing Nashville music scene. His credits include recordings and/or performances with Stevie Wonder, Ce Ce Winnans, Whitney Houston, James Ingram, Michael W. Smith, Amy Grant, Kirk Franklin, FFH, Yolanda Adams, Take Six, Twila Paris, Charlie Peacock, Point of Grace, Steven Curtis Chapman, Four Him, First Call, Steve Green, Carman, and Wayne Watson.
He’s also recorded regularly with CNN-TBS. In February, 2002, Mark was asked to be part of Michael Omartian’s band, playing with numerous Christian artists for a special televised Gospel Music Association Concert at the White House for President and Mrs. Bush.
For many years, Mark has also played guitar, along with 15 other high-caliber studio players, in Nashville’s premier high-energy R & B / Funk band, “The Smoking Section,” playing the songs of Earth, Wind, & Fire; Tower of Power; Rufus & Chaka Khan; Al Jarreau; and all the funky greats.
Resources:
Our listeners can learn more about Mark's story, hear his new album, Restoration, and sign up for his Worship Music Seminar at his website by clicking the link here: www.markbaldwinguitar.com
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