Portraits of White preparation and performances

When will you be recording with the orchestra?

UPDATE: We will be traveling London to hear the LSO record the orchestral parts of the arrangements at Abbey Road Studios on April 9, 2026! We are confident that as the remaining funds come in, we will be able to release this once-in-a-lifetime album in November of 2026.

Will you get to play with them?

Phillip Keveren and his engineer, Kent Hooper, will oversee the recording process from start to finish, guiding us through each step, which means a trip to London and a trip to Nashville. We're excited to provide input and have a front-row view of the recording session in Studio One at Abbey Road Studios to witness the magic unfold from start to finish in the the control room and “crow’s nest” area of the studio. This summer we will record our parts in Nashville to add our final touches to this beautiful and monumental album.

Will the LSO play on every song?

Absolutely! Every piece on the album will showcase a distinctive fusion of the LSO, Frances on the piano, and Kirstin on the oboe with occasional appearances on English horn. With Keveren’s world class arrangements, this project will take listeners on a unique journey, reigniting their love with cherished Christmas classics.

What kind of music will this be?

It’s going to be a Christmas album - what can we say - we love Christmas! All of the songs will be Christmas classics but presented with a unique, fresh and luscious twist. Because of generous support we have received thus far, ALL of the 11 pieces arranged, orchestrated and paid for!

When will the project be ready?

Pending funding availability we are aiming for a 2026 Christmas release for the project. Sign up for our newsletter to stay updated as we progress with the project!

How did the fundraising start and how is it going?

After our Portraits of White 2023 concert series, a generous audience member approached us and provided the initial $100.00 toward our project. A few weeks later, they graciously added another $1,000.00, allowing us to kick-start the process.

Since then, with the help of over 200 donors, we have raised over 89% of the funds. We officially kicked off our fundraising efforts with our project launch on November 22, 2024 with the combined efforts of MS FitEffect who we profusely thank for their efforts.

Currently, we are actively seeking major sponsorships through both corporations and private donors. We have developed the Fill a Key, Fill a Heart Campaign. Click here to learn more and support this epic project!

Are you nervous?

Absolutely and sometimes unimaginably so! We’re feeling a mix of nerves and excitement. This project is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for us, akin to climbing Mt. Everest. We are ready to embrace the challenge and make the most of this epic journey.

Thank you!

The shocked Double Keyed duo celebrates the first $100 donation to the LSO project.

Our current Generous Sponsors:

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Martin's Potato Rolls & Bread
Christian Companion Senior Care
Jireh Welding & Machining, LLC
Bocal Majority Woodwinds
Illis Music/Willis M. Rapp
Bobby Rahal Automotive
J.R. Judd Violins, LLC
Howard’s Accounting
Newville Print Shop
Jennet Ingle Reeds
Hannah’s Oboes
Hess Piano Co.
Penn Cinema

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Daniel & Edith Asbury
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