Chuck Carlson

Scottish, German, accents. Character specialist: Wizard of Oz Lion "King of the Forest", Nerd, bully, teddy bear, animals

I began my career in the music business in the mid 1960's singing in folk groups The New Christy Minstrels and Take Five. Later I went into full-time ministry using my gifts of music and voice. I was a secular DJ and Christian talk-show host on the radio in Honolulu and Palm Springs. I have 40 years experience in public speaking, preaching on the beaches, high school events, homes, and churches, along with teaching voice, drama, and choral directing. * 34 years as an Ordained Lutheran Minister * 15 years as a national Youth Speaker and Music Leader in the Lutheran Church. * Contributed to the T.V. Series “Introducing Jesus of Nazareth” by Mosaic (ELCA) * Recorded 1 solo album and 4 group albums and singing commercials. * 50 years as a vocal soloist * Telephone recordings, television interviews and announcements. * Most Recently wrote, narrated, and produced an audio/book of children stories, "The Adventures of the Dog-Tired Dogs." * MA in Vocal and Choral from CSUF,and a BA in Religious Studies from CSULB * MDiv, Berkely GTU, PLTS * Graduate of the Voices For All Master Class in Los Angeles, CA Home Studio using Pro Tools (MP3/WAVE/AIFF and CD Overnight) MBOX-2-MINI ADK A51 Microphone SONY MDRV600 Headphones In the late 60's I was a pro and semi-pro athlete and use that to speak to college and high school age young people. I have surfed since 1958 and I use that again to connect with environmental groups and surfers. I've been playing the guitar since 1958 and continue to use that means for communication. I've written two dozen lyrics and music that have been recorded and used in various ways, choral and solo.