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Mom Finds Second Life Singing

For many moms, once their kids head off to college it’s time to pick up a hobby and start a new life. For San Anselmo mom Michelle Schmitt, that went a step further than book clubs or knitting circles.

Schmitt, who has been involved in music since she was 12, has found a second life as a singer, with a wealth of CDs of what she calls “chick music” and her own studios in both San Francisco and Alexander Valley in Sonoma.

“My whole musical life just came alive again,” said Schmitt.

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Music: Do you hear what I hear?

Remembrances of the childhood sounds and smells of the holiday season--Grandma baking cookies and Dad singing his favorite Christmas songs--inspired Bay Area singer and songwriter Michelle Schmitt to record Christmas on Pine Mountain, a heartfelt mix of originals and country-inflected classic carols.

But there's nothing sugary about these songs.

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Christmas on Pine Mountain

"Christmas on Pine Mountain" is a benefit CD for Meals on Wheels-San Francisco. The idea for this Christmas record came to me as I was going through a box of old ornaments, remembering the happy Christmas memories of my childhood. I hopes that the songs will bring a bit of holiday cheer and some happiness for the listener. When thinking of Christmas I always remembers my family and especially my Grandmother who put enough love in my childhood to sustain a lifetime. Please remember that every CD purchased will help the people involved with Meals on Wheels in San Francisco. Spread the love...Click to the news page to read a review of this record.

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All proceeds from the sale of Christmas On Pine Mountain will go to Meals On Wheels San Francisco.
MIchelle Schmitt has been a long time supporter of Meals on Wheels in the Bay Area.

Special Benefit Concert for Meals on Wheels SF

Thursday, December 2nd @ 8pm

All proceeds from the event and sales of Schmitt’s new CD, Christmas On Pine Mountain, will go to Meals On Wheels San Francisco.

Location:
Throckmorton Theatre
142 Throckmorton Ave
Mill Valley, CA
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Advance Tickets Available at:
The Throckmorton Box Office
Ph: 415.383.9600
Purchase tickets online

• General Admission: $20
• VIP Reception at 6:45pm :$100
  Includes special cocktail reception, reserved seating, and cd.
  
  

Harrison Street Records has expanded...

Michelle and her team of engineers have completed her new state of the art recording studio in Alexander Valley called Pine Mountain Studio. Located in Northern California, Michelle and her band enjoy the benefits of getting away from it all and focusing solely on the music. It’s a recipe for more amazing music.

“Being Here" was just recorded at PIne Mountain Studio in August. This is a collection of original Americana songs written and produced by Michelle. Look for a release date near the end of the year. Michelle says, "I have a special place in my heart for the music that inspired me to play guitar and sing when I was a young girl. Joni Mitchell, Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Arlo Guthrie, Buffy St. Marie, Carole King, Jesse Colin Young, and many others."

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Another Winter

There’s no hiding from the longing, the hope, the heartache and the truth expressed in Michelle’s November 2008 release, "Another Winter." Reflecting life's dramatic transitions, and inspired by her gift of using music to help discover the most important and hidden feelings many of us have in our hearts, Michelle's songs navigate through the emotions of life’s challenges in a poetic and honest way. This latest musical tapestry finds Michelle’s heart and spirit soaring to new heights. At the same time, soothing, velvety, potent and heartfelt, this is a musical journey that is well worth sharing. Michelle's songs tell stories that capture the hope and healing that we all experience in our quest for love and belonging.

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