Breathe Album

About Breathe

St. Augustine said that when you sing, you pray twice.  It is our hope that this album draws you closer to He who made all, who made you, and you are able in His presence to simply be, and breathe.

Each member of Color brought something different to the table for this album – Denis Del Castilho (guitarist), his musical intuition and endless jokes.  Dermot O’Dowd (guitarist), his warm, generous encouragement of us all.  Deborah Hutchinson (violinist), her teaching tips to remember rhythms, or get us back to work.  Chris Richards (singer-tenor), his gentle humour, and humility.  A. Stephen Joseph (singer-bass), his affable nature, and deep commitment to our church.  Audra Stevenson Drakes (singer-alto), her ears for harmony and Holy Spirit ‘antennae’, her ability to always find the right song for the right moment.  Monique Ramsay (singer-soprano), her steadfast and peaceful spirit. And Michelle Sambrano (singer-alto), her amazing organizational skills and endless energy and patience to coordinate us into a cohesive group.

While putting the finishing touches on this recording in March 2016, we suddenly lost our beloved Denis.  More than just a gifted guitarist and the most loving friend one could ever wish for, Denis was a shining example of living faith.  Through his generosity with his talent and time, his humour, humility and big heart influenced lives and music ministry across our diocese.  His absence has left a hole in our hearts, but his deep commitment to serving God continues to influence our music and the lives of the many who knew him.  We know he’s smiling down on us and enjoying the music from way up there.

Back row, left to right: Stephen, Dermot, Chris. Front row, left to right: Monique, Deborah, Michelle, Audra

Dedication to Denis Del Castilho, Beloved Guitarist and Friend

Left to right: Stephen, Chris, Denis, Michelle, Dermot, Monique, Audra
Denis Del Castilho

We Miss You

It felt like dark clouds were overhead

With the news that you weren’t well and

We felt torn and broken apart

We didn’t want to our time to end and

Now you’re gone, its not the same

There is a hole in our life that pains

It was your time, God was calling your name

Precious faithful servant, God is with you

We miss you, but through your faith saw the grace of God

We miss you, and we know in Christ you’ll rise

My eyes rise to the mountains; What is the source of my help?

My help comes from The Lord, Maker of heaven and earth.

O God, You have been our refuge in every generation.

From eternity to eternity You are God.


Sponsors and Supporters

Thanks to our sponsors and supporters who generously donated time, talent and treasure:

Sponsors

Republic Bank (Barbados) Ltd.

Massy United Insurance Ltd.

Nicola Cole

Gillian Hassell

Jennifer Piggott

Peter Boos

New Tech Inc. Barbados

Supporters who donated time and talent

Neil Newton

Michael Commissiong

Glenda Medford

Kris Clarke

Nicole Hunte

Candice Lee Chow

Bishop Jason Gordon, Roman Catholic Bishop of Bridgetown

Father Clement Paul, our parish priest

Rose Jackman and the Living Waters Community

We are grateful to the the parishioners of Our Lady of the Rosary RC Church for their ongoing encouragement.  A very special thank to our spouses and families for providing love and support during this journey.


CD Availability in Stores

Barbados:

  • Living Water Community, St David’s, Christ Church
  • A&B Music 

Trinidad: 

  • Living Water Community, 109 Frederick Street, Port of Spain

Listen to the song Breathe from the album:

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