The Recording Studio
In this moving series everyday Australians are given the chance of a lifetime: to professionally record a song. They must overcome their fears and realise their dreams, so they can give the gift of a song to someone special.
Seasons
1. John Hanley and Aimee O'Neil
Air Date: 2019-04-16
John Hanley, a Motor Neurone Disease sufferer records a time capsule for his wife. And opera student Aimee surprises her grandad with a performance of a song that his mother performed in an era gone by.
2. The Church Family and Maddie Newton
Air Date: 2019-04-23
The Church family perform a bluegrass classic for their grandfather who has never recorded any of his music. And Maddie Newton performs a heart-felt tribute to everyone at the Sydney Children's Hospital.
3. Shirley Brayton and Kristian Zorino
Air Date: 2019-04-30
Guy Sebastian brings to life a song written by a mother's son that died before she could hear it. And drag queen Kristian Zorino performs a stripped down version of a classic for his wedding day to his boyfriend Russell.
4. Toni Lamond and Sam Sargood
Air Date: 2019-05-07
Australian TV royalty Toni Lamond performs a signature song she never recorded during her illustrious career. And country boy Sam Sargood leaves his remote cattle-farm to travel to the big smoke to record a song.
5. Noel, Chloe and Torry, Tony
Air Date: 2019-05-14
A Dementia crooner Noel O'Brien records a rat pack classic for his family. Tony Smith records a personal tribute with his sisters as a homage to their father. And Chloe and Torry record a lullaby for their unborn child.
6. Mutitjulu Band and Connor Sharpe
Air Date: 2019-05-21
Connor Sharpe records a song with help from singing icon Katie Noonan for the football coach that saved his life. And out of the indigenous community Mutitjulu based in Uluru, comes a desert reggae band.
7. Ukestra, Kate Begbie, Adam Bowes
Air Date: 2019-05-28
The studios are taken over by a 'Ukestra' (Ukulele Orchestras) celebrating community. Kate records a song for her eldest child who has an undiagnosed illness. And double amputee Adam surprises his bride to be with a song.
8. Anna and Lucinda / James Emmanuel
Air Date: 2019-06-04
Anna who has down syndrome and best friend Lucinda rock the recording studio with their version of a Taylor Swift classic. And James thanks a unique teacher for encouraging his musical talents and diversity.
9. Victoria and Celeste/Blood Donor Choir
Air Date: 2019-06-11
A mother and daughter want to record a song for their Navy XO husband and father to listen to while he's away at sea. And a choir made up of parents and Red Cross workers, give a thank you gift for a life-long blood donor.
10. Chezhan/Josh/Sam
Air Date: 2019-06-18
Victim of bullying, Chezahn creates an anthem to inspire other victims. Rural firefighting volunteer Sam gets nominated to record a song by his community. And special needs teacher Josh uses the power of music to heal.
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Rating
0.0/10
Release Date
2019-04-16
Episodes
10 (1 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
Fremantle Australia
Australian Broadcasting Corporation