Long ago and oh so far away. . .the world fell in love with the Carpenters and their era-defining repertoire of songs. We've Only Just Begun: Carpenters Remembered is a celebration of those songs and one of the most successful recording acts of all time.

This CD represents just a small portion of Karen and Richard Carpenters' musical legacy, and the music that is performed in the National touring shows We've Only Just Begun: Carpenters Remembered and Merry Christmas Darling: Carpenters' Christmas that authentically recreate the Carpenters' songbook. The record was recorded in Nashville, Executive Produced by Mark Brett, Produced by Harry Sharpe, with the seasoned players who also tour with the show.

Karen and Richard Carpenter sold over a hundred million records in just over a decade and still hold the record for the most consecutive top-ten singles. The dynamic combination of Karen’s voice and Richard’s compositions and arrangements created Grammy-winning magic and won them a worldwide legion of loyal fans.

CD Credits:

Produced, Arranged, and Conducted by Harry Sharpe, Recorded by John Billings at Funky Tymz Studio, Nashville, TN Mixed by Neal Cappellino at The Doghouse, Nashville, TN Mastered by Eric Conn at Independent Mastering, Nashville, TN Executive Producer: Mark Brett

Michelle Berting Brett – Lead Vocals Harry Sharpe – Music Direction, Piano, Keyboards, Background Vocals John Billings – Bass George Perilli – Drums Matt Berry – Guitar Kenny Anderson – Tenor & Soprano Saxophones, Clarinet, Flute Chris West – Tenor Saxophone on Merry Christmas Darling Stephen Sturm – Pedal Steel Jamie Lynn Godfrey – Background Vocals

The cost of the CD is USD 25.00 and includes shipping and a digital download of the album.