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Riding Bicycle Sound Effect

5/9/2020

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I took advantage of a beautiful, clear almost windless day to record the sound effect of riding a bicycle in a neighborhood.  Using my trusty lightweight Earth Cruiser bike, a Sony PCM D-10 portable recorder and a stereo pair of microUsi LOM microphones we accomplished what I was hoping for.  Grateful for the windbubbles to help block out the wind. I also used a LCF low cut at 150Hz to help block out some of the troublesome frequencies.  It worked great!  I used some painters tape to help secure the microphones.  One was placed near the back tire spokes and another about 12 inches away near the pedals.  It gave me some nice stereo separation. I was able to pull some more of the low frequencies down in post and added some compression (UAD UA 1176LN) to help bring up the mix a bit.  This sound will be available for purchase on AudioJungle soon.  Use the search words:  Riding Bicycle In Neighborhood under Apple Hill Studios.

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AudioSparx New Distributor

5/3/2020

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Please to announce that AudioSparx is now carrying our music and sound effects.  AudioSparx is an industry-leading music library and stock audio web site that brings together a world of music and sound effects from thousands of independent music artists, producers, bands and publishers in a hot online marketplace.  In operation since 1996, AudioSparx specializes in licensing high-quality audio content to clients in film and TV production, game production, ad agencies and others needing world-class audio cues for their productions and projects

​Welcome aboard AudioSparx!
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Mark Teachey Music Available

4/26/2020

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If you enjoy easy listening, relaxing instrumental music then please check out some of my music tracks that are now available on iTunes, Apple Music, Amazon, Google Play, iHeart Radio, Pandora, Spotify, TikTok and more.  

Here's a link to a my latest creation "The Long Journey Home".  It has a western/folk feel to it and features Indian Flute, acoustic guitar, piano, strings, flute, & percussion.

A perfect instrumental to relaxed and meditate.

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Mark Teachey Music Available Online

4/26/2020

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Thanks to a music distribution company some of my music is now available on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Pandora, Google Play and several other sites.  My focus for these sites are easy listening Jazz/Acoustic tracks.  If you enjoy "chill" music please check it out!  Happy to have some new avenues for revenues!

Just do a search for Mark Teachey on any of these sites.  More links coming soon!

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Jazz Music Beds

4/22/2020

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I've written and recorded several Jazz Guitar Music Songs over the past several days.  I'm particularly enjoying writing to a Bossa Nova drumbeat.  Most of the songs include electric guitar (Gretsch Country Gentleman), upright bass, electric piano, percussion and drums but on some I'm adding some nice piano, orchestral strings and flutes.  I'm also producing some easy listening folk music using acoustic guitar and indian flute.  More to come on that later.  

Take a listen:  Relaxed Cafe Jazz Combo
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Acoustic Hymns

4/15/2020

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I love playing a variety of instruments but my favorite by far is acoustic guitar.  I especially enjoying soft, easy listening ballads that are soothing and relaxing. I have been working on producing some classic hymns with acoustic guitar.  Today I had a purchase from the Washington National Cathedral for my version of the classic hymn "In The Garden" that I recorded a couple of years ago.  It brings me much pleasure to know that my music can help soothe the souls of others especially in these scary and trying times.

Take a listen:  In The Garden
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New Jazz & 1950's Rock Compostitions

4/8/2020

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With additional time in the studio due to the Coronavirus I have been writing and recording a ton of new music.  A friend of mine loaned me a 1950's Gibson ES-125 and I have been putting it to use!  It's a great guitar to use if you want that vintage 1950's rock & rock sound and it works great for Jazz music as well.  I have written several 50's Rock (think Elvis) songs as well as several Jazz tunes.  In addition to the Gibson 125, my Gretsch Country Gentleman is a wonderful guitar for Jazz.  I particular enjoy the relaxed, smooth Jazz guitar pieces.  More to come!

Take a Listen:  Happy Retro Jazz Guitar

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Take a Listen: 50's Rock N Roll Jukebox
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Coronavirus - Hopes & Prayers

4/8/2020

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Coronavirus is rewriting history books right now and it is interesting and sad times for our world as so many struggle with this horrible disease.  The Teachey family is doing our best to stay home and away from the masses.  I have always been a "hugger" and it is so hard to not be able to express affection to  so many people that I love and come into contact with - especially my kids and grandkids.  But I know we must err on the side of caution.  My heart breaks for so many who have lost loved ones because of this terrible pandemic.  God promises to never abandon us and I am hopeful for our future.  This too shall pass.  Be safe!!!!
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Producing Whoosh Effects

3/28/2020

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The Whoosh sound effects market is absolutely huge.  It's one of the most searched sounds on Elements and AudioJungle.  I have been spending the last few days producing various Whoosh effects. It's especially fun to add various elements such as wind, fire, water into a whoosh effect.  A few days ago I even recorded the sound of water spraying on the windshield of my car with a couple of microphones on the inside dash to capture the sound.  From that I was able to create a unique water whoosh effect!  The possibilities are endless.

Listen to a sample:  Whoosh Big Opening Title
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Action Rock Sport Fashion Music Beds

3/9/2020

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So when the creative bug hits you go with the flow!  I've have been working on some Music Beds that fit the soundtrack for Action Rock Sport Fashion projects.  My key instruments for this project is my Fender Strat, Gretsch Country Gentleman and Fender P Bass guitar.  I've been filling the studio with blazing rock arena guitar and the volume level is HOT!  After all, if you're playing rock 'n roll then the music is dialed up BIG!  Let's shake those window panes.  The extreme sports/fashion scene is huge and it seems to be a current common customer search.  

Take a listen:  Action Energetic Rock Sport Fashion
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