Industry Professionals
“Ric’s guitar playing immediately caught my ear when I heard his CDs. He’s the real thing. Very tasteful playing. Very clean sounds. Very creative ideas. Ric’s playing would be a great addition to any ministry opportunity that calls for excellence and passion.” - Rory Noland, Arranger-Director Willow Creek Church, Chicago and author of “The Heart Of The Artist”.
Rory Noland, Willow Creek Church (re: Ric's CDs) (Mar 11, 2006)
"Ric, This is gorgeous music! Thanks for sending it."
Regarding 5 pieces from "Soundtracks For A Savior".
Camp Kirkland - Comment (Apr 4, 2008)
"What A great talent Ric has! He uses it to be a light in a dark world. He knows where his gift came from and gives God the credit. He is a pro musician and at the same time has a tremendous heart for people and the church. He can play in my band anyday. I hope that day will be soon.
(Ric played guitars and keyboards, as well as arranged-directed for Stan at Knott Ave Christian Church, and others).
Stan Endicott - Maranatha Music Producer / Worship Leader (Nov 16, 2007)
"I love Ric Flauding, his person, his playing and his passion for ministry. Whenever we have an opening at Saddleback Ric is the first person I call".
Rick Muchow, Worship Pastor, "Saddleback Church".
Rick Muchow - Saddleback Church / "Purpose Driven Minitries" (Nov 16, 2007)
"Man - your work is gorgeous as always...Nice work and fits right in - really gave it a majestic feel while keeping the rock thang going - didn't get "cheesey" at all as those kinds of things can go with some people sometimes".
(Regarding Ric's orchestral arrangement of "Song Of Hope").
John Carlson - Comment ("Song Of Hope") (Mar 22, 2008)
"The demo sounds great. It would be very lush with real strings. Very symphonic. Let me know if I can help in any way".
Ed Kee - Brentwood-Benson Music - Comment (Jan 31, 2007)
"Ric Flauding did some exceptional orchestration work for music I had composed by ear. He was able to “take down” the audio I provided and break out parts for use by a conventional orchestra.
Because of his competency, attention to detail and deadline, I would highly recommend his services". Fred Meggs:
ABC Family Television / CBN "First Landing" television show.
Fred Meggs - ABC Family Television Composer (Aug 9, 2007)
"The Dash video score is VERY moving - perfect music to match the theme and video. Love it. What is that project for? I'd love to share the video with some churches if the producer wouldn't mind? Would love a finished copy".
John Carlson - Comment regarding "The Dash" (Mar 22, 2008)
"... I am astounded that was done on short notice. It was so perfect that I thought at first they were using a recording, but then noticed a baton waving backstage. Then I listened even more carefully and still didn't hear any errors or problems. Great work!"
Regarding Ric conducting "Beauty And The Beast" (lorchestra).
Debby Byrum - Another Music Director (Jan 16, 2009)
Joe's response to: "Why would you hire Ric Flauding to teach your music/guitar workshop" comment: Joe wrote: "THIS IS GREAT! I’VE DONE SOME THINKING ABOUT THIS TOO, BUT THIS IS NEW. I MEAN YOU’VE PUT IT IN A WAY I’VE NEVER QUITE HEARD BEFORE, AND IT’S EYE-OPENING; THIS PICTURE OPENS A DOOR FOR ME – AND TAKES MY THINKING A STEP FURTHER – WELL DONE!".
Joe Bubar - Music Director - Scottsdale Bible Church (Jul 11, 2006)
"WOW! Even tho I have spent hours going over the video and text..... I found myself dissappearing into the video and the words becoming echos of my mind. I had to go thru it several times to stay on focus to catch the subtilties in the music".
(Regarding Ric's score for "The Dash").
Wayne Shedenhelm - Comment from the Producer ("The Dash") (Mar 22, 2008)
"What a gorgeous piece!...Keep writing more great music."
(Regarding: "Jesus Loves Me (2008)" for symphonic orchestra).
And:
Hey guys/gals, Many of you may already be familiar with Ric Flauding's work, but if you're not, his charts are definitely worth checking out. He sent me a link this morning to some of his latest work and it made me realize I ought to pass this on to all of you. Ric's been a friend of mine for many years and I've always been impressed with the level of professionalism in his writing. Some of his charts might help provide a great alternative to your weekend programming... Blessings." (Post to "Metro" group).
Bob Barrett (Saddleback Church) - Response (Feb 22, 2008)
Hey Ric! "Johnnie (for 3 classical guitars)"....Awesome...
Blessings to you. - Rick
Rick Founds: well known Christian songwriter. - Comment (Mar 19, 2008)
"wow . . . really pretty. Truly captures the essence of that hymn. That's all played from Finale, correct? Do you have to notate or do anything special in the score to achieve that level of "performance" in play back, or is it all "as written" for the score/parts and plays out that way with all the nuances and such? Is that for a special project?"
John Carlson - Comment regarding "O Sacred Head...(2008)" (Apr 4, 2008)
"REALLY nice chart, Ric!! Bravo!!"
John Gage (conductor) - Comment: "O Sacred Head... (2008)" (Apr 4, 2008)
"Hi Ric, This is excellent! I've played this piece at church many a time and one of the best arrangements I've heard. You did an excellent arrangement and are to be commended...Also, this would be nice to include on our GPO demo page. Thanks for sharing this. Gary."
Gary Garritan - Comment: "O Sacred Head...(2008)" (Apr 6, 2008)
"Hi Brother, Your presence at the conference surpasses words. Besides your playing, you touched many who spoke with you, Carlton, Rob, ME, and others......I'm praying that God will unite us in some way that honors him and uses our combined shapes for His kingdom".
Ric performed as guest artist & sideman for other worship leaders at the "Purpose Driven Music Conference" at Saddleback Church (Rick Warren).
Al Lowry - G.I.G. (Guitarists Into God) (Jul 6, 2006)
"You are awesome!...I really appreciate you getting the lead sheet to me so quickly!... I sent Tim your lead sheet and we were both really impressed with your thoroughness…"
Regarding a takedown & lead sheet/rhythm part.
Phoenix First Assembly Of God (Music Dept.) - Client (Jan 31, 2008)
" For the amount of years I have both co-produced, collaborated and
worked with Ric Flauding, I am constantly amazed at the consistently
high level of musical excellence and creativity that comes forth from
this talented and gifted musician, arranger and orchestrator. Ric
continues to demonstrate to the music industry what the true art of
arranging and orchestrating truly are".
Joey Arreguin: Producer - "Love And Laughter Productions" (Jul 17, 2007)
"Wow!!! Wonderful stuff (beautiful tone, great feel, nice tunes, etc etc etc). I will be praying that the Lord continues to open doors for you, and gives you great opportunity to share His love. You certainly have a gift... great chops, too...Fletch"
Fletch Wiley (arranger) (re: "Caleo") (Mar 10, 2006)
"Ric, I would buy this arrangement RIGHT NOW. I have an orchestra rehearsal this Sunday and I’d like to run it with them then, if I can get the music that fast. You made me cry. I mean I sat hear sobbing. Just an AWESOME arrangement...What a talented man you are."
(Regarding "Jesus Loves Me (2008)" for symphonic orchestra).
Marshall Sanders: Conductor/Founder of "Creator Magazine"
Marshall Sanders: Conductor - Response (Feb 22, 2008)
"I am saving the best for last….your music has been premiered now in Vienna, Austria and Gyor, Hungary……they absolutely LOVED your “O Holy Night.” The first concert took place in a beautiful Catholic church that was packed out as I told you...
Congratulations for your music being so successful! I knew it would be."
Susan Korhonen - European Concerts (Dec 9, 2007)
"Wow man . . . sweeeet. That blessed me this morning. Goose bumps. Really nice."
John is a great sax player and music director formerly from Willow Creek Church.
John Carlson - Response ("Jesus Loves Me 2008) (Jan 24, 2008)
"Ric, that is a GREAT chart! You are doing some REALLY nice writing..."
(Regarding "The First Noel (Orchestra 2008)).
John Gage (Arranger: Charles Stanley, others) - Response (Jan 2, 2008)
"That is a great chart, Ric! You could have been Nelson Riddle!!!"
(Regarding Ric's arrangement of "Easy" for Phats Crooner).
John Gage - Response (Jan 4, 2008)
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