This project is custom licensed by TJL's "My Music Presents" series. We regularly license content from all the major labels for our custom cd projects - from Doo Wop to Folk, Classic Soul to Classical Music, Motown to Big Band music. The reason this project is happening now is to help raise funds for public tv stations. Our only retail channel and our own label, www.treasurycollection.com licensed the package We're only licensed to distribute in the USA , we only produce physical products - - as we produce fundraising programs that only air on public tv. This has long been a passion project for myself and our series producer, Jim Pierson who spearheaded putting this all together and worked/works very closely with Richard to make this dream a reality for all of us -- fans of the music. That being said, to set expectations, we have no worldwide distribution of our content - - they are specially made for public tv stations at pledge time. This Carpenters cd set and dvd set is a very limited run for PTV stations only - - all in support of local public tv stations airing the program. So please keep in mind - - this project was made by public tv producers, as a thank you gift for contributors to local public television stations supporters that contribute in support of the program and local stations in partnership with Universal Music.
Public Broadcasting Exclusive: Carpenters The Complete Singles Release
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Rick-An Ordinary Fool
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3 Cheers for PBS for making this happen!!!
....limited run...this will be a much sought after set just like many of the other limited runs in the past, however this one is very unique in that this type packaging of the U.S. Singles Collection has not been released before and some U.S. mono versions as well...we have actually been talking for many years whether the U.S. will ever see a Singles Collection set like Japan did years ago and now it's come true.
....limited run...this will be a much sought after set just like many of the other limited runs in the past, however this one is very unique in that this type packaging of the U.S. Singles Collection has not been released before and some U.S. mono versions as well...we have actually been talking for many years whether the U.S. will ever see a Singles Collection set like Japan did years ago and now it's come true.
And remember, Richard is a BIG fan of PBS and its affiliates so it doesn't surprise me that this is how he's chosen to release something. This is really great for fans and I'm happy that he's leaving a little room for further releases - even if it's a repackaging of something - these haven't been released in the States so this is great news!
Rick-An Ordinary Fool
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So an early program of this is suppose to air on pbs tonight, Thursday? Is that what I read here? If so, I hope someone that gets to see it tonight will report back with any additional details.
I missed the recent Bacharach one. Were there any new goodies to buy with a pledge?
Thanks
Scott
Hmm, well I ordered the CD / CD package from the link provided here and although the website took my credit card info, I have yet to get a confirmation email -- 3 days later. So I wrote them a "regular" email yesterday inquiring and haven't gotten an answer to that, other than the automated response saying someone would get back to me soon.
Has anyone else ordered it and have you gotten a response? (Maybe the station is so deluged with orders that they are having trouble keeping up!)
Has anyone else ordered it and have you gotten a response? (Maybe the station is so deluged with orders that they are having trouble keeping up!)
I got an email response right away, but it contained an apologetic "Sorry if we are having difficulties with a new system" kind of message. But I printed it out anyway. I too had ordered the $120 CD/CD package initially, when I thought I already had the DVD. Later we learned that the DVD is upgraded from the prior one, so I undertook a mission.
I contacted them via their KQED email address, asking if I could upgrade to the DVD/CD/CD package for $180 instead of my CD/CD for $120. I got an immediate reply about "thanks for the email, we'll get back to you." About a day later, I got a real email from someone confused about any premiums related to "Carpenters". They had no records of anything like that, and asked if I'd placed my order through KQED. THAT made me a bit uncomfortable, so I replied with the exact text of my email confirmation. That was late yesterday and I haven't heard anything back at this time.
If I were the suspicious type, I'd think we were scammed or something. But I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt that they are indeed inundated - that this situation is out of the ordinary - and that it will all work out. Aren't I an optimist?
Harry
I contacted them via their KQED email address, asking if I could upgrade to the DVD/CD/CD package for $180 instead of my CD/CD for $120. I got an immediate reply about "thanks for the email, we'll get back to you." About a day later, I got a real email from someone confused about any premiums related to "Carpenters". They had no records of anything like that, and asked if I'd placed my order through KQED. THAT made me a bit uncomfortable, so I replied with the exact text of my email confirmation. That was late yesterday and I haven't heard anything back at this time.
If I were the suspicious type, I'd think we were scammed or something. But I'm giving them the benefit of the doubt that they are indeed inundated - that this situation is out of the ordinary - and that it will all work out. Aren't I an optimist?
Harry
Guitarmutt
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Well, the first part, I suppose, can be ironed out if KQED airs it tonight. Then we are on the right track. We will see soon. The rest will fall into place after that. Well, I always try to live in hope. And KQED IS usually pretty great.
Guitarmutt
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OK, KQED has multiple showings today and tomorrow. Probably with breaks. Checked the website.
Pretty sure it's legit.
Pretty sure it's legit.
Oh I'm sure it's legit. There have been too many confirmations from folks involved, TJL and Joe Marchese and Jim Pierson through our Steve S.
I just think that whoever contacted me is not quite on the ball or never heard of Carpenters or something like that.
Harry
I just think that whoever contacted me is not quite on the ball or never heard of Carpenters or something like that.
Harry
Rick-An Ordinary Fool
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I'm not sure they would charge your card though until they have shipped the product at least that is what I would think....I have not checked yet to see if I've been billed but after I ordered the full set, I got an email within 5 mins from KQED which details what I ordered the DVD and 4 CD set and my personal info about billing and shipping. It said to allow 4-6 weeks for delivery and was signed by the Executive Director, Membership. So I'm sure this is all legit but like Harry said he probably spoke to someone who didn't have all the right info about this just yet.
ScottyB
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Yes, but you'll be a lot richer in other ways when you possess that set.Well, I went ahead and placed an order for the DVD and 4 CD set. I'm a lot poorer now since I started visiting these forums.
Rick-An Ordinary Fool
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But that's the wrong amount for you, right? I thought you changed it to the full set?
Rick-An Ordinary Fool
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I just checked and my card has not been billed yet.
Rick-An Ordinary Fool
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How odd, just checked again and it still has not billed my cc. Not sure if I should worry or give it more time.
Did anyone see the sneak peak pbs airing in CA last night?
Did anyone see the sneak peak pbs airing in CA last night?
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My card shows a "pending" charge of $120 so at least I know it went thru.
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