Went down tonight to shoot the Va Beach Boardwalk Christmas Lights by air and it was quite amazing. Heck, the drive there knocked my socks off just passing the Cavalier. The Jefferson better get their game on big!! LOL
All over VA Beach is lit up, really cool. This is an interesting shot for several reasons, even captured the Cavalier, it is in the upper left corner. Did not see it while filming, got lucky. The Moon was from another night. But same spot. (Close)
Would like to wish everyone from Jim and Jazz the Merriest of Christmases and the best New Year.
If you would like to send gifts, here is the list.
Jazz wants a bag of rawhide bones, with a side jar of peanut butter. A day at the doggie spa (Jazz accepts coupons or gift cards) And lastly... a rubber cat.
This certainly was a fun one to produce. Inspiration was from having a cup of Java and people watching by the boardwalk in Virginia Beach near King Neptune.
Godspeed.
JB
Audio: Recorded in one take, Mermaid Bay Studio Virginia Beach VA. Piano Yamaha KX88 with a Roland JV1080 Synth module. 64 voice piano patch / sample. Mastered in Adobe Audition.
Video: Aerials filmed by Jim Baugh FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Airman Licensed. Edited in Premier Pro with custom luts (original). Some video appears courtesey Solid Structures Virginia Beach VA.
" I just listened/watched your new song, and got to tell you that some things are a constant in life. And one of those things is your ability to "shred" (as we guitar players call it) on the piano, all while making it look easy. You are, and always have been an amazing and talented musician. Keep it rolling!"
Having a morning coffee in the studio, catch on Facebook Michiel Bortslap "Liked" Atlantic Avenue. Well, about fell out of my studio chair. Bortslap is one of my top favorite Jazz pianest in the world right up there with Lyle Mays. Michiel has also done extensive work with two of my favorite musicians, Gino Vannelli and Bill Bruford, who we were fortunate enough to host him on Jim Baugh Outdoors TV.
If you like piano music, definatley check out Bortslap. His playing with Gino / duo on Brother to Brother, is awesome and definatley worth checking out. Link Below
New Release “Atlantic Avenue” composed and performed by Jim
Baugh
DECEMBER 10, 2023 BY WAYNE CREED
Renowned composer, musician, and photographer Jim Baugh has
once again graced the music scene with a soulful masterpiece, “Atlantic
Avenue,” a captivating new jazz work.
Baugh, celebrated for his musical prowess and inventive
compositions, showcases his talent and passion in this latest release.
“Atlantic Avenue” is a harmonious blend of melodic jazz elements, transporting
audiences on a musical journey along our beloved Virginia Beach Oceanfront.
“Creating ‘Atlantic Avenue’ took seven months,” shared Jim
Baugh. “It feels good to finally have it ready.”
The tune, a testament to Baugh’s artistry, is accompanied by
some of Jim’s gorgeous drone footage that truly captures of love of the VB
Oceanfront.For updates, further releases, and more from Jim Baugh, visit him on
his Facebook page here.
Awesom Jim Baugh. You’re blessed with great talent.
Cliff Middlebroo
Great talent Jim and excellent work on this song. Thanks for
sharing
Julie O Phillips
Nice Jim!
Dolapo Oladejo
My oh my.... That was a gorgeous Jazzy piano session! I
totally enjoyed this! You nailed it right in! Thank you for sharing this
brilliance! Quite soothing as accompanied by the cool visuals. Very well done 👍
Gary Gillam
HA! No more jib arm for you. Fun stuff!
Dave Miller
Nice piece Jim. Happy Holidays my friend.
Chris Jacobson
Amazing work all around JB 🎶🎵
Congratulations !!
John Blouin
Great Job..!!
Kimberly Lane Ellis
Very cool!!
Marty Nolan
Beautiful piece. Follows the vibe from the “avenue” and
balances the hustle and bustle with the relaxed side.
Andrew Dolphin
Excellent Jim, clearly professional level. Perfect camera
position too.
Zoltán Jakab
Great harmonies! here and there it reminds me of Chick
Corea. Bravo.
Mike O'Brian
Very very good and on different level. However, is it my
ears or the mix panned mainly to the left?
Peter Wells
Very impressive! Jim Top Notch From Start To Finish Musically
And Visually. A Labor of Love and Commitment.
A Lot of People Don't Realize What Goes on Behind it All .
John David Lawson
Wow. Great composition played with mastery and excellence.
Just fantastic. The marriage of sound with visual is perfect. An effervescent
offering!
Nic Evans
Yea love it goes really well with the video very cinematic
classy.
Susanne Waldbrunner
WOOOW, there was a great variety of melodies in this
wonderful composition. Fantastically played. It was nice to see the dancing
fingers at the beginning and the great video. Top notch! I love it! Bravo!
Mark Ryan
Hi Jim. This is mighty fine work you have posted. Very
impressive. Let's see more 🙂
James Mick
Animated, energetic, interesting, diverse!
Tom Hendricks
Really loved that! That was energetic spirited and fun! Well
played too! I'm glad Zoltán got to hear it.
Alan Petterson
Very original and interesting melodic progression and so
well played.
Jim Quinn
Yes this has the character of a theatrical piece from Broadway,
with dancers doing the thing, fabulous playing Jim, really
good
Rich Everman
Jim Baugh I have a Yamaha DX27 that looks
similar. It has a voice 'B3 Tease', reminds me of the 60's music. It has lots
of pianos but none of them sound like this. Must be the operator. 😃
Great tune my friend. I mainly use my DX as a midi lately. Thanks for sharing
Ray Cochrane
Sounded like an overture for a musical...well done.
Above pics MBM LLC Studio audio and video Virginia Beach, Virginia.
2020 and beyond.
Above Audio Video digital suite on the Eastern Shore of Virginia
2013-2019
Above Digital and analog hybrid editing suite with 48 track midi Bars and Pipes Pro, beta sp, 3/4 inch, several tone generators, synths, automated mixer, KX88, JB1080, Yamaha synths, TBC, Amiga 2000 switcher, custom cabnets, 3 monitoring systems, duplication rack, etc.
Got to say, fell in love with this little drone. My son bought it and has been filming some awesome footage in the greater Denver area. On a recent trip we went up to the Rockies and had a blast with it. Great little drone, may be adding it to my own drone arsnel!
Flew the new Mavic Pro 3 this week for Solid Structures. Broke her in on a few of my fav spots in Virginia Beach, yall may recognize some spots. Amazing drone, the 3 cameras is a game changer for us aerial producers. Will be using this beast for Solid Structures many installations, pools, outdoor kitchens, pergolas, you name it. The night mode is also very good. Cheers, JB
This old salt is biking down to the Lesner bridge and get in some beach time. A great place to people watch, dogs too! Then it's Sunday Funday pool party. Now THAT is gonna be trouble. LOL
Wanted to sail upon your waters since I was three feet tall You've seen it all, you've seen it all
Watched the men who rode you, switch from sails to steam And in your belly, you hold the treasures few have ever seen Most of 'em dream, most of 'em dream
Yes, I am a pirate, two hundred years too late The cannons don't thunder, there's nothin' to plunder I'm an over-forty victim of fate Arriving too late, arriving too late
I've done a bit of smugglin', and I've run my share of grass I made enough money to buy Miami, but I pissed it away so fast Never meant to last, never meant to last
And I have been drunk now for over two weeks I passed out and I rallied and I sprung a few leaks But I got to stop wishin', got to go fishin' Down to rock bottom again Just a few friends, just a few friends
I go for younger women, lived with several a while Though I ran 'em away, they'd come back one day Still could manage to smile Just takes a while, just takes a while
Mother, mother ocean, after all the years I've found My occupational hazard being my occupation's just not around I feel like I've drowned, gonna head uptown I feel like I've drowned, gonna head uptown
Yup, 12 years now and HOOKED is still going strong. On it’s
release the book reached #28 in contemporary romance. It is now available on
Amazon and includes the triannual memoir AFTERMATH.
The screenplay has had suiters, one was a major studio owned
by one of Hollywood’s most famous actors, however I decided I would keep the
original storyline and not turn it into a 100% dating romp. So, it still is out
there. Sticking to my guns with the screenplay. The Magnolia tree is still
blooming.
I have had many, many people tell me I should write another
memoir strictly about hilarious dating stories. Mostly humorous, some not so
much. I have been taking notes, however at this time in my life I just have too
much going on, the time is not there. Hopefully in the future at some point.
HOOKED is available in paperback, e- Book, and Audio Book.
Had to go back and film some more of the activities around the Solid Structures pool. One of which was filming the bikini competition. I cant believe I get paid for this.
When I told them I allready had a Saturday Night Date
they were crushed :) But I really do!
Friday Night VIP Pool Party 2023.
The band was great, 4th street oceanfront.
More surfing today!
Don't miss this years ECSC held on the oceanfront! Look for the schedule (ECSC Link https://www.surfecsc.com/). Be sure to stop by the Solid Structures pool booth right behind the main stage (4th street) Check the SS FB Page for updates throughout the week.
I will be filming the event, Cannon 6D Mark 2, SL2, 360X3 w/extension, Mavic pro.
