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The
Sacred Romance
A musical adventure
by Joseph Gill
"The Wedding Feast
of the Lamb has begun, and His Bride is prepared to welcome Him."
- Revelation 19:7
The songlist…
So I Let Go (4:15)
~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2003
Jesus, My Lord,
My God, My All! (3:08) ~ Music by Joseph Gill (c) 2002, Words by Frederick
Faber (public domain) and Joseph Gill (c) 2002
You Overwhelm Me
(3:59) ~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2002
Behold This Heart
(4:34) ~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2004
Wisdom (3:56)
~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2002. Based on Wisdom 9: 1-11
Living Stones (3:37)
~ by Joseph Gill and Patrick Whittle (c) 2003. Based on 1 Peter 2
Go In Peace (4:06)
~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2003
Rise Upon Eagle's
Wings (3:27) ~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2004
Healer (4:19)
~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2004
The Music of Christ
(3:41) ~ by Joseph Gill (c) 2003
Realms of Endless
Light (6:17) ~ by Joseph Gill and Cathy Gill (c) 2003
The story…
This album was created
in one heck of a hurry. In May 2004 I had the desire to produce another
album for Birthright, an organization that helps poor women to raise their
children, to which all of the profits will be donated. I contacted Doug
Jackson and he was willing to help me record. The problem was, I was going
to be hundreds of miles away from home for the next two months, spending
the summer in Lincoln, Nebraska! I got back in the beginning of August,
and in the next four weeks we recorded like mad before it was time for
me to return to Franciscan University of Steubenville, OH, two hundred
and fifty miles from my home in Maryland. Through a lot of frantic phone
calls, long Saturdays behind the microphone, and late night mixing sessions,
the dream became a reality, and "The Sacred Romance" was born.
The thanks…
How can I express in only
a few words the many people who have changed my life? I know it's trite,
but I must start off by thanking our Lord Jesus Christ, without whom I
would certainly be lost forever. Also thanks to the Father for the gift
of music which inspires and edifies, and the Holy Spirit for the graces
to be used as an instrument. Finally, thanks to Mother Mary for her maternal
protection.
And on this side of eternity,
I have to thank my family for supporting me in so many ways during this
venture: Dad and mom for their talents and support, Cathy for her photography,
Steven, Elizabeth, and Patrick for your encouragement. Thanks to Doug Jackson,
who worked thanklessly on helping me to record this album. Without your
patience, I would have never learned how to play bass! Thanks to all of
the other instrumentalists: Ryan, Charlie, Mr. Hoppes, and Darren. Your
talents have inspired me to become my best. Thanks to those who bought
my first CD and encouraged me to make another one; thanks especially to
all those homeschooling families who have been praying for me during this
long adventure! Finally thanks to those who have inspired a song on this
album: Todd, Danny, Michael, Patrick, William, Ben, St. John Vianney, and
all those others who have shown me the love of God through their lives
and their actions. Peace be with you all!
The dedication…
This album is dedicated
to two people. First, this album is dedicated to Sister Maria Joseph Cabanas-Brown
OP, one of my best friends who entered the cloistered convent of the Dominican
Sisters of St. Cecilia in 2002. During the making of this album she took
her first vows, wedding herself eternally to Christ. I pray that this album
may be an expression of the sacred romance between herself and her Bride.
Also, this album is
dedicated to Todd Calloway. Todd was a young man in the Steubenville youth
group that I help run. He was an exemplary fellow, who loved to be a Christian
and who loved Christ with his whole life. In February 2004 he passed away
from leukemia, having been baptized only three days prior. I'd imagine
a soul that pure would be forever enjoying the Wedding Feast of the Lamb.
Todd, pray for us!
The musicians and technicians…
Joseph Gill ~
lead and backing vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, piano, synthesizer,
tambourine, string programming, electric bass
Anita Gill ~
backing vocals on Tracks 1, 10
Charles Gill
~ melodraw organ on Track 7, vocals on Track 11
Ryan Jackson ~
electric guitar on Tracks 3, 5
Patrick Gill
~ vocals on Track 2
Charles Hoppes Sr.~
french horn on Track 11
Charles Hoppes Jr.
~ french horn on Track 11
Darren Lafferty
~ drums & percussion
Doug Jackson
~ recording engineer & mixing, bass on Track 10
Cathy Gill ~
photography, graphics design
Mark Eaton ~
graphics design
The links (more at the top of the page)...
Last Rites - Joe's Previous Album ~ out in 2002, this album was my debut!
Hear the MP3 of The Music of Christ and So I Let Go ~ one of the best songs on the album!
News and Reviews ~ check out some upcoming concerts, read some reviews, and see updates on the album! Also find out how to purchase "The Sacred Romance".
Birthright
~ the charity where all the profits from "The Sacred Romance" are going.
Check it out!