New Equipment

In an ongoing effort to improve our ability to produce a quality product, DP Creative audio has purchased a new, cutting edge Mac Pro to allow us to stay current with the latest software and sound libraries. In addition, we have also added East West Quantum Leap's superb "Pianos" sample library to our collection of virtual instruments. Below are two endorsements of the library.


"In summation, these are without question the most gorgeous sounding sampled pianos I've ever heard...If you're looking for the most authentic sounding sampled grand pianos available at this time, and have a system that can handle it, Quantum Leap Pianos is a must-consider. "
Recording Magazine

“Quantum Leap Pianos is the best piano software available today. The recording quality and playablity is fantastic and these are the only digital piano sounds they faithfully reproduce the resonances of a well tuned piano. Quantum leap Pianos captures all the soft nuance and the thunder of the real thing."
— David Newman

New Sample Libraries

DP Creative Audio has acquired two more critically acclaimed sample libraries from East West Quantum Leap for its use on projects. Here is what reviewers are saying about them.

Storm Drum 2

"Beautifully recorded, there is a stunning range of (percussion and sound design) instruments on offer. The big sounds are absolutely huge-powerful and punchy-and the smaller ones are suitably delicate and ethereal. Providing your system is up to it, you'll be creating scores that people will never know have been made not on a Hollywood soundstage, but on a computer." - MUSIC TECH


Gypsy

"A sample library full of ethnic guitars, accordions, trombones, rare percussion, and just about the best sampled violin and violin performance you’ll find anywhere. There is some true character represented in Gypsy. Even more than that, I’m always enthralled when something inspires me to create, which is what I believe this library does beautifully." - MUSIC4GAMES.

David A. Purnell on Linked In

David A. Purnell and his company DP Creative Audio now are on Linked In. Please visit http://www.linkedin.com/in/davidpurnell to find out more about David, the company, and to make connections.

Raisin Bran Crunch "Udder Fun" Now Live

Crunch Town, the updated site for Kellogg's Raisin Bran Crunch, is now up and running. DP Creative Audio arranged and recorded the modern take on "Turkey in the Straw" for the "Udder Fun" game on the site. To check it out, surf on over to www.crunchtown.com and click on the "Udder Fun" button for some good old down on the farm gameing.

New Site is Live

Welcome to DP Creative Audio’s new website. I want to thank two old friends for bringing this new site to life. Luke Daab, Owner of “Daab Creative”, and Tim Gallagher, web master for Willow Creek Community Church in Barrington, IL, have done a fantastic job creating a first class site. I also want to thank Jim Lippert for his photographic contributions.

Score for "Cole"- Film Short

DP Creative Audio recently completed the score for "Cole", a thesis film for Compass Film Academy in Grand Rapids, MI. "Cole" is a fictional film that tells the everyday struggles of love, responsibilty, and desire when a young mother's dreams are interrupted by the pressure and challenge of raising a young child. The thesis film project is the culmination of the one year Compass program experience. The trailer for "Cole" can be viewed at http://www.cfafilms2008.com/

“Buzzy” Marketing Video

DP Creative Audio will soon be scoring a short marketing video for an innovative new product named the “Buzzy”. The ”Buzzy” is a wheelchair towing device which brings freedom of mobility to those individuals confined to a wheelchair. Three models will be available: recreational, sport, and shopping. We are looking forward to help in the marketing of such a groundbreaking device.

New Sound Libraries

DP Creative Audio just invested in a number of new sound libraries by the acclaimed East West/ Quantum Leap company. From stunning orchestral sounds to authentic ethnic instruments, full choir accompaniment to huge drum hits, these sample libraries will greatly expand our ability to offer a wide range of musical styles and sound design. We are looking forward to putting these industry standard libraries to good use for our clients.

Waterfront Film Festival 2008

The Waterfront Film Festival is an incredible cinematic event held in Saugatuck, MI. Celebrating it’s 10th year, it has grown to the point where the Screen Actors Guild Magazine called it “one of their top 5 favorite film festivals”. I was able to see some wonderful films, learning much from them about the art of creating an effective soundtrack. I am excited about the new Michigan Film Incentives and hope they will spur ongoing growth in the film industry in Michigan.

Raisin Bran Crunch

DP Creative Audio just wrapped up music for a web based video game called “Udder Fun”, which supports Kellogg’s Raisin Bran Crunch. Having created many audio elements for the Pop Tarts website, we are pleased to have expanded our contributions to include another Kellogg’s product.

Kellogg’s Pop Tarts “Tasty Guitar Solo”

The “Tasty Guitar Solo” web game, which was part of an ad campaign originally created in 2006, is to be featured in an upcoming campaign for the Canadian Kellogg’s Pop Tarts website. Kids can create their own unique guitar solos (played by a rock and roll Pop Tart) and share them with their friends via email. This was our first project in conjunction with Pop Tarts, and we are glad to hear that it will be featured again.

American Idols Live Tour 2008

I am proud to say that a musical theme created by DP Creative Audio for the American Idols Live Tour Site 2007 is again being used for the 2008 tour site. Sponsored by Kellogg’s Pop Tarts, this site provides ticket sales, merchandise and exclusive videos of the summer tour. It is an honor to have contributed music for such a national sensation as American Idol.