D-Grooves
Recording Studio
770-435-4911
Doug Gazlay
Writer/Producer
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My arranging abilities started when I
was cast as the Cowardly Lion in his high school production of "THE
WIZARD of OZ". The song "If I Were King Of The Forest" (a
classic from the movie version) was not included in the stage version.
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| So, armed with a limited knowledge of simple instrumentation and transposition for band instruments, I sat down and plunked out the song "by ear" and made charts for the band to accompany, while I belted out the song. To my amazement, he front page from my first score, hand-written 27 years ago, was recently discovered while clearing out some old music files. | |
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Jackson Community College where he began as a music major.
Within just a few months, the music department found out about my interest
in, and ability for arranging music and I was hired to help write the
arrangements for the college's UP WITH PEOPLE-like group- THE STARFLEET
AMBASSADORS. I "lifted"- by ear- (arranged) countless
scores for the group to learn and perform, earning recognition that
reached Washington D.C. and Disney World, Orland, Florida. The
southern states tour brought my group through the city of Atlanta, GA.
I also began writing original songs during this time. Several songs - MEMORY OF A FRIEND (now entitled- ONE SPECIAL MEMORY) and MAKE YOUR OWN SPECIAL MUSIC- were featured with the STARFLEET group. Another original- FOR ME, IT WON'T BE CHRISTMAS THIS YEAR- was featured in a performance with the Jackson Symphony Orchestra. |
College Years |
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Not long after moving the great city of Atlanta, I was commissioned to arrange and record a song for Joyce Ward. The uptempo Atlanta Theme Song - I LOVE ATLANTA- story and song can be read and heard by visiting www.iloveatlantasong.com. Joyce and I have just been reunited after nearly 20 years! |
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| Much of my life has been spent heavily involved in music for churches. I was the Director of Music for several Metro-Atlanta area churches over his career. Each one allowed my gift for composition to grow and shine. The chorus of original song- I WILL PRAY FOR YOU- has become a weekly song in one Gwinnett County, Georgia church. I'm currently serving as pianist/musical consultant for Hopewell United Methodist Church in Gainesville, Georgia, USA. |
Church Music |
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Music Production began with my
original home studio, built in 1988. Many original songs were demoed
during this time. I also helped Llynda Fogle
produce her children's tape series TALES OF PONDERING POND-
which was published by a national Church organization. Shortly
after that project, financial reasons caused me to sell the original studio
in the mid-90's. |
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| Amy
Thorn has brought many of her voice students into my studio to record
their demos for the semi-annual AMTC competition. Many
have won national acclaim with their talents. I'm currently
working with several students on their original songs and helping to shape
the new Artists of tomorrow! It's very rewarding. 2008 has brought the inspiration to produce two new Christmas CD projects. One is piano only- that compliments my JUST PIANO series entitled: JUST PIANO: CHRISTMAS. The other is another vocal compliation CD, much like YULETIDE FRIENDS, only this time entitled: DOUG GAZLAY: CHRISTMASING WITH YOU. Both will be released in October 2008! |
Currently
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| If the question is
"Where do I find a reliable, friendly and extremely talented Producer
to help with my project?"- I (and my D-Grooves
Recording Studio) is the answer! I am blessed to be
songwriter, arranger, producer, pianist and studio technician- all
wrapped into one! Please call the number at the right
to discuss your musical project. I look forward to speaking
with you.
All the best!- Doug Gazlay |
770-435-4911
Toll-free |
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Contact: Doug Gazlay 770-435-4911 Studio 404-765-0772 Cell