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“Charles Szczepanek's passion for audio technology goes hand-in-hand with considerable experience as a student and performer of the classical piano repertoire. He knows what it is to dig deeply into music, and to work hard to achieve the highest possible standards; he also knows first-hand the tremendous personal commitment needed to step before an audience. In looking for someone to record my work, I'd be delighted to find someone who brings to the task Charles's combination of gifts.”

Daniel Paul Horn, D.M.A.
Professor of Piano and Chair of Keyboard Studies
Wheaton College (Illinois) Conservatory of Music

"Charles brings unique gifts and experiences to his work as a recording engineer. His rich experience as a listener and performer make him a most trustworthy ally in recording sessions. The quality of his post-production work will convince you that you are in the best of hands!"

Barton A. Moreau
Faculty Member at Boise State University

"I recently worked with Winding Road Studios to record my concerto for a competition. Charles Szczepanek was very professional and easy to work with. It was wonderful knowing that I had not only a great professional recording artist but that I also had a wonderful musician there as well to help guide me through the recording process. I really appreciated his support and honesty throughout the recording session and he created a relaxed environment in which it was very easy to record. His editing/splicing was absolutely flawless, and the finished product was more than I had hoped for. I would highly recommend Winding Road Studios if you are looking for a great recording experience, fast flawless results, and a fellow musician who knows what it is like to be in the recording seat."

Alisha Bean
Violin Performance, Arizona State University

“The way Mr. Szczepanek treats the performer during the recording session creates the best environment for the player to bring out the highest quality of performance.”

Jennifer Shinyoung Drake-Perry
Piano Performance, Arizona State University

“Charles Szczepanek (Winding Road Studios) did a live recording of my senior recital April 2007, and I was thrilled with the quality of the recording and with how easy he was to work with! Completely professional, honest and business-like in all our communication. On the day of my recital, he was prompt and reliable, but best of all, he was un-obtrusive! He set up the mics in the back, got a quick sound check from me, and then went to work. He did his job and let me do mine. Very stress-free. Perfect for a performer who always has a million other things to think about on the big recital day. Charles was upfront about his charges and in his estimate of the total cost for his time and work. He got me my copy of the CD when he promised it, and was always easy to contact. From beginning to end, a seamless and wonderful experience. And the product-- a high quality recording! I would recommend Winding Road Studios to anyone!”

Julie Anne Bunnell
Vocal Performance, Arizona State University

“Winding Road Studios was wonderful to work with. The recording engineers were prompt in their setup/breakdown at the venue, and the recording turnaround was incredibly efficient. Because Mr. Szczepanek is a musician himself, he gave the recording a distinct touch with attention to subtle color of the instruments, making the finished product sound like the live performance. I would certainly recommend Winding Road and use their services in the future.”

Courtney Gilson-Piercey
Vocal Performance, Arizona State University

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Sample Audio Clips

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Bird's Gonna Sing
The Sugar Thieves
Blues

Memphis Women
The Sugar Thieves
Blues

Shchedrin
Thomas Nixon
Piano, Classical

Etudes Tableau Op. 39
No. 5 in e-flat minor — Appassionato
Charles Szczepanek
Piano, Classical

O du mein holder Abentstern
Dong Khu Oh
Vocal, Classical

Concerto in D Major
Xi Wang
Violin, Classical

Reflection
Ringleader
Pop/Rock

Blue Monday
Jazz Quartet

You and I
Charles Szczepanek
Pop/Rock

Alithia
Scott Ouellette
Guitar, Classical

Milhaud
Steve McKeithen
Large Ensemble

Trio for piano, oboe and bassoon (1926)
Sara Stapley and Guests
Chamber, Classical