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Cindy Boehler
Set It Free
Joe Ross
http://www.talentondisplay.com/joeross.html#setitfree

20 Music Square West, Suite 106, Nashville, TN.37203
TEL. 615-255-0105 OR 308-920-1689 OR 308-928-2765
EMAIL cidboeman@hotmail.com
www.cindyboehler.com OR www.IMImusic.com
Playing Time - 41:12

Cindy Boehler's motto in life could easily be "Never give up your dreams." Her advice to other musicians with a body of original material to record is to patient. As evidenced by her professional debut album, "Set It Free," the personal reward and satisfaction are worth the wait and sacrifice. Born in Colorado and raised in Nebraska, Cindy acknowledges that growing up in a small Midwestern town significantly shaped her as an individual. The self-proclaimed ruralist grew up around music and was singing by an early age. Attributing her mother, as well as role models like Karen Carpenter and Patsy Cline, for inspiration, Cindy's first public appearance as a vocalist was in 1976 at her sister's wedding. "Set It Free" is a musical tribute to both her mother and her God as she joyous exclaims "Find the promise of salvation in the Word" in the opening cut.
Boehler is a mom herself, with seven kids ranging in age from 6 to 26. She best captures her love of family and own maternal instinct in her self-penned "That's What I Come From," where she sings "my mother's heart was given by those who came before, I've raised my babies lovingly, I've trusted in the Lord." It's a splendid tribute to her grandmother, mother and the wisdom they imparted and passed down. That piece and other slower numbers (e.g. Life's Railway to Heaven) could've been arranged without banjo, but Richard Bailey's proficient playing doesn't create too much distraction. The full instrumental and vocal complement is most problematic for "Uncloudy Day" in that there are some conflicting melodic riffs, fills and vocals. The rest of the album is tastefully arranged, and I was particularly thrilled by the songs that modulated to different keys and incorporated professional background vocals not commonly heard on bluegrass gospel projects.
Produced and engineered by Steve Ivey, the top Nashville session musicians enlisted to support the project include Rob Ickes (Dobro), Richard Bailey (banjo), Shad Cobb (fiddle), Andy Leftwich (mandolin), Charlie Chadwick (bass) and Steve Ivey himself (guitar, background vocals). Pat Berguson's bass harmonica imparts some rhythmic and breezy propulsion to "Hello Central." All are musicians who have assisted Ivey on his previous bluegrass gospel releases from IMI Music. Of special note is the inclusion of The Jordanaires (Gordon Stoker, Ray Walker, Louis Nunley, Michael Black) on six of the 12 tracks. While the cohesive quartet has recorded three of these same songs before, they add comforting warmth to the originals "That's What I Come From," "Have You Need," and the cautionary "You Gotta Know." In a strong show of support, The Jordanaires traveled from Nashville to Nebraska to help Boehler release the album to nearly 1,000 fans. In a more contemporary new acoustic style, a dreamy "One Step," faith-affirming "One Piece at a Time," and reflective "In His Own Time" impart nice musical diversity to the set. With His grace, Cindy sings about finding her meaning, place, and the direction to make her dreams come true. The six original songs, co-written by Boehler and Ivey, are the crowning moments on this project. C.K. Harris' "Hello Central" is also given an engaging bluegrass treatment.
The creation of this music has been a life-changing even for Cindy Boehler, a vocalist of breathtaking ability. She hopes that the messages in her songs will similarly provide some guidance and direction for others in need of finding their way during life's journeys. Considering that it's taken many years for Cindy Boehler to find her own musical bearing and course to Nashville, the underlying tenet of her ministry is that God loves all, has answers, and will help all who are seeking sweet redemption in His plan. (Joe Ross)

"Singing with the Legends"
A Night of Performing with the Legendary Jordanaires
November 11, 2006

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to witness a dream come true right before your very eyes? Those who spent the evening at the Cindy Boehler/Jordanaires concert Nov. 4th in Holdrege got to witness just that. Read Article!

Cindy's Performance with the Jordanaires and Big Al and the Boys from Kentucky. . . a huge success!     November 4th, 2006

Cindy Boehler's concert filled the house at The Tassel tonight in Holdrege, NE. The concert was deemed a huge success by all who attended. The applause and audience response was tremendous, the dialogue and jokes hilarious and the music unbelievable! Cindy's voice rang true, evidence of incredible talent. The music created by the expertise of Cindy, Big Al's musicians and the Jordanaires' famous voices, touched all who listened. A wonderful combination of professionals resulting in a fabulous performance. Most would say it took guts to perform with greats such as the Jordanaires . . . but Cindy fit right in. So did her talent. Cindy and her co-stars received a well-deserved standing ovation. See Photos

Kathy Schluntz, KSImages

Message from Producer Steve Ivey     October 5, 2006

Steve Ivey is a Grammy and Emmy nominated song writer and producer based in Nashville, TN. He has produced hundreds of CD's and thousands of songs with many well-known artists. Many have moved on to great success, from being # 1 to award winning.

"Working with Cindy Boehler on her new CD, Set It Free, was equally rewarding as she made music and sang from her heart . . . and that is what writing and producing music is all about. I have no doubt this CD will move on to success for Cindy because people long to hear talented writer/artists like Cindy.

The technical and musical aspects of recording are all articulated well on her new CD but the most important part was brought by Cindy, the heart! Get this CD and enjoy some real honest music."

Steve Ivey
Grammy and Emmy Nominated
Billboard Top 10 writer/producer