The Making of The Joshua Account

Jim explains why the project has slowed down over the summer.

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This video features the song Introduction to The Joshua Account, a song based on Joshua chapter 1, with words on the screen.

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Jim records some tracks for the next song based on Joshua chapter 2, which is currently titled “Catch Us if You Can.” This preliminary version was sent to the drummer who will work on some percussion ideas.

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Jim uses scales to condition his body for greater strength and endurance on guitar.

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Jim explains the process of how he made The Joshua Account demo. Watch how a recording project goes from studio to disc and many steps in between. Hear the songs at http://www.jesusinspiredmusic.com/Site/Joshua_Account_Demo.html

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Here are some behind the scenes clips from the Trouble Valley demo and video. Some good stuff, some not so good stuff, and some fun stuff.

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Video diary of week 16 & 17 of the project. Some weeks are more challenging than others. Ideally, I would be able to work on The Joshua Account full time. Of course, this is not the current reality. It’s often hard to keep things moving when technology problems and other responsibilities enter the picture. This video shows the kinds of things that actually occur many weeks throughout the year.

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Jim makes a sound reflection filter on a budget.

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This is part of Jim’s video diary for week 15 of The Joshua Account.

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Jim temporarily changes his practice and recording routine due to back pains. This footage is from January 2010. This is an example of an ongoing problem that makes life frustrating for a musician that just wants to be free to play his guitar without limitations.

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