I know many fans look forward to my annual Christmas videos but this year, for various reasons, I 'm finding it a bit of a struggle to get one assembled. I ventured out, last Sunday night, to film footage of the village's Christmas lights and some of the lights in the City, despite concerns over crowds and the new, extremely transmissible, Covid variant.
I've also recorded and mixed a brand new Christmas track to which I intended to edit the video footage to. Unfortunately, I'm experiencing technical problems in trying to transfer the video footage from my camcorder into my computer so that it can be edited and sequenced to the music. I've spent a frustrating evening trying to do this but with no joy.
So, I will try to assemble some still images from my nostalgic graphic archives, some of which I may have used in previous years, but at least they will provide some sort of visual accompaniment to the music. Failing that, I'll simply make the new audio track available to stream.
There has been an awful lot going on here of late, various problems and distractions and I seem to be way behind with Christmas generally. Not a single card bought or written and no gifts for family and friends purchased. I'm way out of the loop this year, which is really not like me at all.
We live in depressing times right now but I try to keep the music coming and, hopefully, your, (and my own,) spirits lifted. 😉
Thanks so much Bill. Always enjoy the Christmas videos & music. Have a wonderful festive season.
Loved the Christmas video, which I look forward to every year. Thanks Bill for taking the time to put it together!
Tom
Very sublime...Thank you and Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
I see, I didn't realise that. I've had many problems over the years with pesky usb connections so I assumed that's what it probably was. I assumed you'd probably tried all the things I suggested anyway but thought I'd mention them just in case.
Hello, when having usb connection problems with your computer you can try to avoid using any external hub and connect the camcorder direct to the computer, if you're already doing that try another computer usb hub until you find one that hopefully works, if you've already done all that you can safely ignore my post,
It does seem a shame to lose the video this year and I have generally found that persistence often pays with usb issues, good luck.
Very cozy here in Lampdownlowland, waiting for Santa.🎄
Waiting patiently
Joy ❤️👍😊 🎄🧑🎄
Working late tonight on my Christmas video 'card.' It's something of a compromise this year due to time spent trying to get my camcorder to interface with my computer, all to no avail. I'm afraid. I suspect there's a problem with the mini USB socket that feeds the cable to the computer.
In an attempt to salvage something for this year's video, I've quickly assembled some vintage still images and hastily edited them to the music track, (which is called 'An Electrical Christmas.') Hopefully, this will work well enough for most people, though it's a shame I couldn't use the camcorder footage I shot a few days ago. Might have to hold that over until next Christmas if I can get the camera and computer to talk to each other. Watch out for news of the 2021 Christmas video soon, as always, here on Dreamsville!😉
Just glad you are still with us Bill. Merry Christmas!
Just keep on keeping on Bill - you mixed up kid you.
Yes, you have had a very busy year Bill. Though we all enjoy your Christmas Creations, I'm sure your music creation for this year will be just as rewarding to hear. We are thankful.
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You've already made my Christmas, Bill. I've been enjoying Mixed Up Kid, and with My Private Cosmos on the way, what more could anyone ask for?
Take it easy, and enjoy your holidays. 🙂
Your music has given me something to look forward to and always raise my spirits when listening to it for the past 45 years Bill. Thank you and long may you keep it coming.