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Funded! This project successfully raised its funding goal on June 24, 2012.

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      Creator Tracy on June 13, 2012

      Mel! I was always waiting to help pull up the rear on this if needed but before I knew it you'd hit yoru mark! You have wonderful love surrounding this project and I know you and your kleenex box feel that love :-) I've said it before, but I really mean it when I say you are like sunshine. You radiate kindness, joy, a gorgeous tone and above all - laughter! We love you and can't wait to hear it! Now go make that music! xoxo, Tracy & Johnny

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      Creator Aunjelique Meraz-Deavers on June 8, 2012

      We are so happy for your Mel!!!! Love the Bio, video and everything about how this project works!!!! Anthony and I are very excited to not only get our AUTOGRAPHED CD, but to know that we were at the very monumental 1st Standard Mel show at the Mbar. You're doing big things!!!! Not surprised...its just how you roll :)
      Love you Mel!!! - Aunjelique and Anthony Deavers

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      Creator Grace Stanton on June 2, 2012

      Happy Birthday! Love John and Grace Stanton

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      Creator Janelle Saluja on June 1, 2012

      I can't wait to hear the end result! I love you Mel and know the sky is the limit for your and the Ben-jamin Big Band. xoxo Janelle Saluja aka Gammill

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      Creator Natalie on June 1, 2012

      What Freddi said!

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      Creator Fredericka Meek on May 29, 2012

      YAAAAAAAAY!!! I so wish I could give more!!!

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      Creator Hillary Kelley on May 27, 2012

      I was at their January 2012 performance and they were AMAZING! Ben-jamin's arrangements perfectly complement Mel's singing style and update classics to a truly extraordinary standard. Can't wait to hear them play again, or at least play the CD for those who could not make the last concert.

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      Creator Miriam McMahan on May 19, 2012

      no one rocks the big ol' flower in the hair better than mel. and she sings real pretty too.

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      Creator kenni Blossom on May 19, 2012

      Maddy and I love you so much!! So excited for you and we can't wait to hear this album!

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      Creator Drew Tablak on May 18, 2012

      YES!!!

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      Creator kamilah marshall on May 18, 2012

      I am so HAPPY for you!!!

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      Creator Justin Robertson on May 17, 2012

      Yes. And more yes.

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Funding period
May 17, 2012 - Jun 24, 2012

  • Pledge $5 or more

    3 backers

    "SETTING THE STANDARD" SHOUT OUT! A personalized heartfelt thank you on Facebook/Twitter or Email showing our appreciation for setting the standard of giving!

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $15 or more

    17 backers

    DIGITAL DOWNLOAD OF THE ALBUM Get the digital download of entire album before release date! Plus a personalized heartfelt thank you via Facebook/Twitter or Email

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $25 or more

    60 backers

    AUTOGRAPHED HARD COPY OF CD! Complete with Jacket Cover. Plus personalized heartfelt thank you via Facebook/Twitter or Email

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $50 or more

    9 backers

    SEND A STANDARDGRAM! A sung special occasion celebratory message (Birthdays, Anniversaries, Graduations etc) via phonecall or email (all submissions must be delivered by Aug 2012 No events past April 2013)

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013
  • Pledge $100 or more

    10 backers

    COME JOIN US FOR AN HOUR OF THE RECORDING PROCESS AT THE STUDIO WHERE IT'S ALL TAKING PLACE! You pick either band, vocals or the mixing process to observe for your hour (subject to limited scheduling). Plus copy of either Hardcopy or digital CD (Estimated recording time June/July/Aug- Must schedule in advance. Transportation to and from studio not included)

    Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
  • Pledge $200 or more

    5 backers All gone!

    RESERVED PRIORITY SEATING FOR YOU AND YOUR GUEST (up to 4 per table) AT THE CD RELEASE PARTY!! Plus a Standardgram and a copy of the CD! (digital or hardcopy)

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $300 or more

    5 backers All gone!

    For you singers and musicians out there, you will receive a PERSONALIZED LEAD SHEET OF THE SONG OF YOUR CHOICE IN YOUR KEY! (Arranged by Duane Benjamin- Must schedule at least one month in advance )PLUS- CD (hardcopy or digital) Reserved Priority seating at CD release Party!!

    Estimated delivery: Sep 2012
  • Pledge $500 or more

    0 backers Limited (4 of 4 left)

    And for you singers and musicians who want to go BIG...ONE PERSONALIZED BIG BAND ARRANGEMENT (18 PIECE) OF THE SONG OF YOUR CHOICE IN YOUR KEY! (Arranged by Duane Benjamin. Redeemable after completion of CD)

    Estimated delivery: Oct 2012
  • Pledge $1,000 or more

    0 backers Limited (2 of 2 left)

    AN HOUR PERFORMANCE WITH STANDARDMEL! (MEL COLLINS & PIANO ONLY) PLUS- An hour of observing studio time Standardgram Reserved Priority Seating at CD release party A copy of CD (Hardcopy or digital) (Must be scheduled in advance- subject to availability)

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013
  • Pledge $2,500 or more

    0 backers

    AN HOUR PERFORMANCE WITH STANDARDMEL COMBO! (Piano, drums, bass, vocals) Plus ALL OF ABOVE! (must be scheduled in advance- subject to availability)

    Estimated delivery: Apr 2013