comedy by Stephen McCutchan
and music by David Bailey and Bryan McFarland

Seventy minutes of humorous sketches and encouraging musical reflections on the challenges of ministry

This CD is dedicated to the memory of David M. Bailey, courageous troubadour of hope and faith who battled a malignant brain tumor for 14 years and finally came to rest on October 2, 2010. In life, david signed his name in lower case. We are now capitalizing David’s name in honor of a life well lived. From the time he was diagnosed in 1996, he ceaselessly wrote, sang, and spoke his faith in 23 albums, in 45 states and 5 countries, including the US, Canada, UK, Denmark & Sweden. He always did it with a sense of humor. The CD is also in honor of David’s family, Leslie, Kelcey, and Cameron who supported David in his journey.
David and Steve met at a Presbytery Pastoral Care Network (PPCN) conference and produced their first joint CD, A Deep Well for the Pastor, as a resource in PPCN’s work of caring for clergy. More information is available at www.pastoralcarenetwork.org.

David and Steve had talked about an album of humor as a second project.  Bryan McFarland, independent folk-musician and hunger action advocate for Salem Presbytery, has joined Steve to complete this project using both his and David’s songs to enlarge the experience. Bryan released a new album, Until All Are Fed, with a portion of proceeds going to the Presbyterian Hunger Program. Details at www.untilallarefed.net

“Ministry takes many forms. Some, like David and Bryan spread good news through music. Being able to sing is definitely not one of my gifts, but I have found the ability to laugh and at times help others to laugh. I have been able to serve churches for over forty years. Whatever the form of ministry, those who serve with passion experience a lot of pain – sometimes personally and often by receiving the pain of others. Laughter and music have been two of the gifts that help sustain people as they share in the pain of life. David, Bryan, and I all share a concern for the life of those who serve in ministry. We liked the idea of reaching out to them through music and laughter.   Draw deeply from this well and know that you are part of something greater than yourself.”  ~Stephen McCutchan

Also by Stephen & David, "A Deep Well for the Pastor"
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/dmbailey9

More from Stephen:

* Water From the Rock, Lectionary Devotional for Cycle C
* Streams of Living Water, Lectionary Devotional for Cycle B
* Water From the Well, Lectionary Devotional for Cycle A
* Experiencing the Psalms

Go to  www.smccutchan.com

Notes

Five guys.  Seven guitars, one mandolin, one fiddle, one harmonica, one banjo, one dobro, one bass, one mountain cabin, one weekend.  No words.  Music for Sunday morning coffee or a long Friday night drive. Nominated for 2009 instrumental album of the year.  David M. Bailey, Marc Carraway, Eddie Dickerson, Donny Holcombe, and John Whitlow . . . musical magic.

          "I have to admit that when david m bailey approached me about setting up my family's cabin in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the middle of winter to record an instrumental album, I had my doubts.  Sure, I had previously been involved in 2 other bailey recordings in mountain cabins, but those both were primarily laying down songs that david had previously written, involving his melodic craftmanship and gifted songwriting.  This one was different.  It would be based in david's vision of pulling together 5 of his musician friends to create a completely instrumental album over the course of 5 days, in the isolation of a rustic enviornment in the middle of an unpredictable Virginia mountain winter.
          As david consistenly shares in his music, I should have had more faith.  What resulted under his guidance, and with the gifts of a cabin full of talented musicians, were 5 days of creativity, artistic exploration and downright fun.  I heard the final recording today and it blew me away.  With the talent of david's producer (one of the cabin 5), Donnie Holcombe, david has given us another one to put up on that shelf which only holds the best of our musical collection.
          Those of us who have the opportunity to share in david's music know that he is truly one of the great artists today who brings a unique and inspirational approach to his craft.  I am honored to have been part of this project.  Simply put, all of us loved making this album.  It was a special experience for us, and we sincerely hope you will enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed creating. 
          As david would say, Peace."          John Whitlow

"This one blew me away! The pictures you painted with the music are beautiful. I'm ordering more to give to musician friends and music-loving friends."    JoAnn

"It was an exciting day, when "Notes" filled my home, my car, my work. An awesome CD, that blends into any situtuation. At a get together with friends, it lends just the right atmosphere for chatting. At work, it sooths the savage beasts. (My secret) In the car, it allows me time to unwind, and think... Leaving the days work AT work, where it belongs!! Thanks David, I'm glad you took the time, and listened to your fans. Does this answer the question, "Which comes first, the words or the notes?" Just wondering."      Bev

"Some how I found David Bailey on MySpace.  I listened to his profile song.  A link I followed took me to CD Baby.  This was my first time purchasing from CD Baby.  This CD brings the mountains and nature right to your home.  What a sense of calm and peace I feel listening to his music.  It's an experience!  I shared it with my brother who is also a musician.  He absolutely loves it.  He took it home.  I guess I'll have to purchase another.  I would love to hear David in Concert.  DON'T Hesitate for a second to purchase this gem!"      Allecia

"I have been looking for some good instrumental music and when I sampled the first couple of tracks I was hooked.  I have been playing it at work every day since I got it!"      Matt

"Love it! A relaxing, comforting, easy listening CD. I love listening to the CD when I get home from work, just to relax and reflect as the day comes to an end."      Lucille

"Comfort" was given to me when my Father died. For months it was the only CD I listened to in the car. Five years later, it's still my favorite!     ~Kris C.

Ever since David recorded “Comfort” it has been a major part of my life. The lyrics have been a guiding light in my life; giving me prospective and strength during and after Marguerite’s brain tumor battle. “It’s OK” was sung by Susan Greenbaum at Marguerite’s grave site and it was playing in my car while we drove to the cemetery. I don’t think a week goes by that I do not listen to “comfort” at least once. Over the past few years I have given a “Comfort” CD to well over 30 friends and strangers in need, and everyone of them were touched and helped by the beautiful words and music that David has created and shared with the world.     ~Kevin S.

david m bailey was an inspiration and friend to THE BRAIN TRUST family during his entire brain tumor journey and he continues to bring comfort through his music. he was an important member of the brain tumor community who sang about every aspect of the illness from living one more day, to comforting the care givers who may be tired or even grieving. T.H.E. BRAIN TRUST receives many memorial contributions from families who have lost someone and we regularly send out copies of david's CD "comfort" to those who are left behind. his legacy will live forever and his comfort is enduring.     ~Samantha S.

You can order Comfort at CD Baby!

http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/dmbailey6

For now, love the time.  All the time. 

david

This Could Be Your Day
2hours go by
3All I Want
4Against The Chance  
5You Can Find It
6 LOVE IS
7Scared
8The question
9 PRECIOUS
10 DID YOU REALLY
11Voice
121Holy Healer
13The Good
15 DO IT
16Gentle
17Words Of Wisdom
Above & Beyond