“Everything sounds great
… it sounds like a finished record to me!”
Matthew Barber Toronto, ON
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“Thanks so much to you and Phil for being so thorough and easy going.”
Greg Macpherson
Figure Walking
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“Hi Janet! The masters sound absolutely amazing. I can’t properly express how happy we are with the way these songs sound. It’s almost as if Phil was able to rewrite our songs thru his mastery. We were all drawn into the songs as if we had never heard them before. Please give your husband a big kiss for us! 😉
We will recommend you to everyone we know. You have always made me feel warm & welcome. We will be back as long as you will have us. Thanks again for the wonderful job.
Kindest regards,”
Bryan Lake
From The Ruins
Barrie
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“it sounds fantastic and like a finished record indeed.
thanks so much for all your hard work on this.”
Noah Reid Toronto, ON
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“this is sounding awesome phil. it’s loud enough i think.
damn right – loving this,
c.”
Carlin Nicholson
Zeus Toronto
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“Sounds perfect guys!
Beautiful ending on Margaret Downe. Amazing.
Thanks Phil!”
Aidan Knight Victoria
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“Phil has a way of shaping a session. It is hard to explain but he always gets me to play what I didn’t think I knew. He encourages rather than directs and although sessions with Phil can be gruelling, they are always exciting and very rewarding. He is a terrific musicians and producer. The material itself inspires. I love this song”
Don Wallace
electric guitar solo
on Sills and Smith’s ‘They Don’t Come Knocking’
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“Btw, we are loving the way the album has come together. It sounds fantastic.
Thanks!”
Sandy
Angelina Hunter Trio
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‘What a creative, loving atmosphere, you’ve created! So happy to be here.”
Kathleen Glauser
Naming The Twins
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“Appreciate your work, as always!”
Greg MacPherson
Figure Walking
Winnipeg, MB
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“best of the best ♥ ”
Eliza Niemi
Toronto, ON
re: mastering of ‘Vinegar’
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“I love your masters, they always come back so full and warm sounding… definitely making a good difference to my life to be able to send you something and just know that whatever comes back will be better!”
Andrew Shropshire
Barrie, ON
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“Thank you so much!!!
Woo!
You guys are the best! ❤️❤️❤️”
Sophie Gentle
Sophie and the Gentles
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“You made the entire experience so delightful in spite of the geographical limitations. The record is really more than what I imagined and I can’t really thank you and Janet enough. Love. :)”
Winit Tikoo
Mumbai, India “The mastering sounds great.
I feel that Phil’s master is an accurate representation of our mixes, with an increased depth and spatial range.
Much thicker than i had thought!!!
Thanks again.”
Liam Montgomery
Ruby – produced by Andrew Shropshire
Barrie
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“Bova Sound is AMAZING. Phil and Janet are beyond hospitable and Phil is truly gifted as a sound engineer and musician. Our album ended up getting a Canadian Folk Award nomination and we attribute it to Phil’s keen ear. Highly recommended for recording, mixing, and mastering. We can’t sing their praises enough.”
Alexis MacIsaac
MacIsaac and MacKenzie
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‘Thank You as always Janet. My Love and Regards to Phil. And hugs to Annie !’
Winit Tikoo
Mumbai India
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“And excellent! Thank you so much!
I’m so excited … One happy woman over here 😁”
Sophie Gentle
‘Love’
Sophie and the Gentles
produced by Andrew Shropshire
Barrie, ON
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“I think Phil did a fantastic job with the last Master.
Everything sounded mint, I trust his ear!!!”
Best,
Dan (Edmonds)’
‘Softie’
Hamilton, ON
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“Wow Janet!! I’m so happy! It sounds amazing!
I’ll let the guys and Andrew hear, but I think I can safely say that it’s PERFECT!!’
Sophie Gentle”
‘Love’
Sophie and the Gentles
produced by Andrew Shropshire
Barrie, ON
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“Local Ottawa jazz drummer and waterphone player Jesse Stewart has recorded with the likes of Pauline Oliveros and William Parker, now with legend Joe McPhee. One of the best new jazz albums you will hear this year.”
recorded / mixed and mastered by Phillip Victor Bova @ bova sound
Ryan Hough
Present Listening
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“Thanks Janet and Phil … it all sounds fantastic!! great work everyone!”
Graham Walsh
Mix Engineer, Dan Edmonds’ ‘Softie’
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“This is the first mix that I’ve engineered myself that’s been professionally mastered ! I’m so glad it was mastered at Bova Sound.
Thanks,”
NP
Nishchay Parekh
Kolkata India
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“I am very pleased with the CD. Thanks very much! Please thank Phil for me.”
Jesse Stewart
Joe McPhee, Nicolas Caloia and Jesse Stewart
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“I won’t hesitate to call again when I’m looking for studio space in Ottawa.
Our time recording the Twins with you was most enjoyable and worked out really well.
Thanks for getting back to me on this and I’ll stay in touch.
All the best to you and Phil,”
Bill Garrett
Managing Partner
Borealis Records
www.borealisrecords.com <http://www.borealisrecords.com
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“Phil and Janet
Our new album is one of the proudest moments of my life. Phil, your players and production work was pure genius.
Janet, it would not have come together so perfectly without your hospitality and sustenance.
Amazing experience
Thank you so much
Cheers”
Frank Smith
Sills and Smith
‘Etched’
Ottawa
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“Janet & Phil ~ it sounds tremendous.
The master sounds 10/10
Thank you, so so much.”
Dan (Edmonds)
mastering of ‘Softie’
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“Hi Janet,
Great work guys!!! It sounds great!
Let’s break this bad boy up and get it out there!
Thanks again for the great work, we’re very pleased with how the project has turned out!”
Angie
Angelina Hunter Trio
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“Hi folks I played piano & guitar on this fine vocal jazz CD featuring the silky voice of Mr. Antoine L. Collins <https://www.facebook.com/antoine.l.collins?fref=mentions> produced by my old pal & mentor Phillip Victor Bova <https://www.facebook.com/phillipvictorbova?fref=mentions> a certifiable audio & musical bassist genius who taught me “on the gig” (at age 16) more about chord harmony than I learned from Berklee or private lessons put together. Fab job Bruce Wittett drums & Brian Tansley reeds.’
John Fraser Findlay
as posted to facebook
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“Those cookies and that hospitality! So fun.:)”
Jennilee Murray
Smash Cuts
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“Hi Janet
I am pleased to report that copies of the Permutations CD with Joe McPhee and Nick Caloia arrived in Hamilton the day before the CD launch. Thank you again for your efforts to make it happen in such short order.
Joe (McPhee) sent the note below about the CD yesterday. It is high praise indeed considering he has been performing and recording for over 50 years!
Thank you again for making it happen.
Best wishes to all,
Jesse Stewart
Joe McPhee, Nicholas Caloia and Jesse Stewart
Permutations recording, mixing and mastering by Phillip Victor Bova @ bova sound
From: Joseph McPhee
Date: Friday, June 22, 2018 at 9:05 PM
To: Jesse Stewart
Subject: CDOMG!
Insanely beautiful. Thanks for making this dream come true.
Best,
Joe
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“Just wanted to say Dulcie loves it. Phil really did an outstanding job. Please let him know.
Talk soon.”
Glenn Brown
Producer
PiP Animation‘
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“Hi Janet
I finally got a chance to listen to this. I love the mastering. It gives the sound some air and body without pushing too much. I love the sound!”
Petr
Petr Cancura Andrew Downing Roddy Ellias
Ottawa
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“Amazing. Thank you so much!”
Sarah Bradley
on mastering of her ep ‘For The Kill’
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“The kindness and caring of Janet and Phillip at @bovasound did not go unnoticed.”
Kathleen Glauser
Naming The Twins
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“wow man! Mr. Producer Sir! fantastic job!!! the horns on the top are killin!!! vocs are great harmonies! oh ya…hard work my friend & you’ve nailed it!!! sheez!!!!”
John Fraser Findlay
on Sills and Smith’s Maps – Burned or Lost production
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“How amazing is this eh!! WE HAVE AN AWESOME album, thanks so much for all for your hard work during the past year and a half or so. I can’t wait to get this record in the hands of the world. I am sure I will be seeing you very soon, you guys are like family to me now. love you both,”
xoxo
Antoine Collins
on production of ‘Nature Boy – The Music of Nat King Cole’
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“Phil
You’ve done a stunning, extraordinary job. Your handwork is all over this. It could never have been done within spitting-distance without you; even the brief horn arrangement, you wacky guy, and the space, subtle chord changes bla bla bla. It’s not Juno, it’s Grammy; dead serious. I can hear the time you spent on this, honest to God. It’s monumental. I bow to you, but only once and you have to stand still…..not be wandering around back…….”
tbw ~ aka T. Bruce Wittet
on Sills and Smith’s Maps – Burned or Lost production
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“Many thanks to Phil for sharing our belief in these songs and for having a vision and the brilliance to realize it fully in the studio. We are grateful to and fhankful for Janet Kirby whose considerable project management skills once again pulled everything together. Janet served us the most delicious food and coffee at Bova Sound during the long hours of studio sessions. We always felt welcome and embraced.”
Frank Smith
Sills and Smith
‘Maps Burned or Lost’
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“Thank you bova sound. We loved working with you”
The Raven and the Fox
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“Hi Phil and Janet:
Just finished listening to the red book master CD of Maps – Burned or Lost on my livingroom stereo! Wow! I must say Phil it is one of the best sounding recordings I have ever heard in any genre. And we seem to traverse a few genres. So much depth to the mix. All of the instruments and vocals stand out just as they should! Bravo! Mastering to 2 inch analogue tape was a great idea. I haven’t heard it except for one song, but I bet the new U2 record doesn’t sound half as good. The musicianship is outstanding on our album. Everyone really stepped up to the plate. And Phil, you were the maestro that made it all happen, with great vision for the whole amidst many moving parts. Thanks so much Janet for coordinating such a big project so seamlessly. What a way to end 2017! Happy Holidays! See you both early in 2018!”
Cheers,
Frank Smith
Sills and Smith
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“Hi Janet,
Nice surprises indeed! Thanks to you and to Phil for the speedy turnaround.
I’ve only had a few listens so far, but I’m very happy. This is exactly the smoothing out that my sketchy self-recorded tracks needed. Very nice job.
Mika Posen
Merganzer
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“Busy year! Nice work, Bova!”
Derek Downham, Producer
Toronto
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“Hi Phil & Janet,
I wanted to thank you both again for the opportunity to be a part of the newest Sills and Smith album. I am always so pleased to share energy with the two of you, and I really love recording with you, Phil. It was really nice to meet Annie, too; she’s a wonderful Dog!
Take care. I hope to work with, talk to or hang out with you again soon.
(:”
Jim McDowell
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“You made us feel at home in your studio from day one and we really appreciate everything you have done.”
Glenn Brown
PIP Animation
Ottawa
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“Hey Janet!
These sound really incredible.”
Nick Everett
Mauno
Tin Angel / UK
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‘The service you provide is incredible, just want to say thanks again for the correspondence and working so closely with me, with us. It means a great deal and with absolute certainty I’ll be back in touch for future projects.”
Andrew Shropshire
Barrie, ON
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“Oh woah thanks Phil! What an honour 🙂 You keep up the good work, Sir”
Calvin McCormick
Big Moan
Ottawa
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“I’m so honored, guys! Thanks SO much for the exposure and congrats on the station! So exciting! This is the first time to hear myself on the radio! Awesome!”
Adam Newman
Nashville, TN
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“Right on Phillip ! This is awesome! Thank you! #BovaSoundRocks”
Sal
Sons Command
Ottawa
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“Phil!
THANK YOU, for all you’ve done for ‘little ghosts’
You and Janet are two of my favourite people on earth.
xo”
tara (holloway)
Ottawa
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“Such a great studio… and awesome producer/engineer”
Bernard Frazer
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“love that thing … your place.”
Craig Simon
Purple – et cetera
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“You’re in good hands there.”
Jim Bryson “
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“Thanks so much Janet!
The label deal is on !
Will keep in touch so that we can lock in dates.
Such a pleasure working with you guys !
Talk soon,”
Nischay Parekh
Kolkata West Bengal
India
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“Recording music at your bova sound with Jesse Stewart was a very inspiring experience.”
Dong-Won Kim
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“Hello Janet & Phil!
I just wanted to thank you again for your wonderful work on my album, and your kindness and hospitality. I’m so happy to finally have a complete album on a CD; I’ve been listening to it on repeat since (and it sounds fantastic!).
I look forward to working with you again when my next album materializes.
Cheers,”
Alanna Sterling Ottawa
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“Wow! I love that fairy dust…..
It’s really exciting to hear these songs blasting out like that.
They sound beautiful!”
Taylor Knox
Toronto
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“Great great job Phil….
Wow..,sounds like 1971…this is a good thing. Great playing too the both of you.
I would love to play anywhere with you both.
Take care and again, fantastic.
Kevin”
Kevin Breit
Guelph
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“Just listened to the tracks. They sound great!”
Jesse Stewart on Kevin Breit session
Ottawa
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“Hello Janet , I was listening to the pressed CD tonight and really
liked the finished product and realized that I had not messaged you
about what a fine job you and Philip have done on the mastering.
Great work!! Thank you.”
Philip at Big Moose Studio
on Outside I’m A Giant’s ‘Point Comfort’
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“Hi, Phil the mix is great. It was a pleasure to listen and watch you work your magic. I enjoy the vibe of the studio and you and Janet are so welcoming. I hope to work on more tunes in the future. Thanks for all,”
Gord Finley
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“This is so great! I will check this out later 🙂 Thanks for adding “No Confusion.” It was a pleasure to work with you!”
Erin Saoirse Adair
Ottawa
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“Amazing. Thank you Phil! We’ll spread the word.”
Kim Vincent
The Red Rails
Ottawa
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“Awesome! So glad you guys like the record so much. Always exciting to hear what’s coming out of bova sound!”
Bandi Tomascheck
Spinning Whale Studios
Atlanta, GA
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“Hi Phil, Congratulations on the launching of radio BOVA! That’s great. I just tuned in briefly and it sounds terrific. I’ll be a regular listener. Thanks for including The Lopsided Robot!”
Roddy Ellias
Ottawa
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“Awesome guys! Thx so much! Very proud and very honoured!
More to come! ;)”
Sal
Sons Command
Ottawa
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“No waaay!!! Thank you SO much! I am so honored and floored that you’ve chosen to play me on your station!
You’ve really made my entire month. Congrats on the new station! How exciting! I’ll definitely be listening and spreading the word!
XO,”
Adam Newman
Nashville, TN “Many thanks to you for your amazing skill in managing our little recording project and of course that best coffee and food in town!!”
Frank Smith
Sills and Smith
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“The album sounds amazing! We are in awe and cannot wait to share it with the world!”
Jeremi Caron
Outside I’m A Giant
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“Hey man! Just listening to the Onionface masters you did – holy shit! STELLAR work my friend, can’t thank you enough.”
Calvin McCormick
Onionface
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“We’re all good, you guys are awesome!”
Shelley
Fluffy Little Cowboys
Kensington, PEI
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“Thank you so much!
it’s an amazing work, we are truly grateful
the band sends big hugs to bova sound!”
Nelson Torres
The Place
Viña del Mar
Chile
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“Great and absolutely enjoying the rough mixes. Can’t wait to hear what Kevin, Roddy and Raphael will do with these tunes.
Cheers”
Frank Smith
Sills and Smith
Ottawa
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“Really loving this guys. Awesome work Phil. Bova dust inhaled-it’s a better day. 🙂
Mucho muchness,”
Mark Lalama Fenwick
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“Wowza. The record sounds simply gorgeous!!! warm. rich. sweet. like butta!!!!! Thank you Phil and Janet ~ your bova dust has brought a depth and shimmer and warmth and beauty to every breath and beat and nuance …
in true gratitude,”
Pamela Gerrand Stratford
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“big warm fuzzes remembering our time spent. was beautiful in every respect. -dw”
Dony Wynn
Austin, TX
drums on Tara Holloway’s Little Ghosts production
and 24 years playing drums with Mr Robert Palmer
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“Thank you so so much for everything! It sounds amazing and it has been nothing but a great experience with you all. Will definitely be telling all of our musician friends about you guys.”
Kim Vincent
The Red Rails
Ottawa
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“Loving these! I’ve had a chance to listen to them on a bunch of speakers, and even with my friend Carlin, and we both agree that they sound fantastic!”
Taylor Knox
Toronto
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“Hi Phil. I just wanted to say how much I liked your mixes and production on the tunes. Great working with you and look forward to being able to do it again.”
Brian Toth
Yo Mama
Ottawa
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“everyone did such a great job on this thing, and i can’t wait to hold a copy in my hands.”
Kevvy Mental
Vancouver on Tara Holloway’s ‘Little Ghosts’ production
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“Thanks man!!!!
And you guys are both such TROOPERS!!!!!!!!!
Phil- An heroic finish, THANK YOU SIR!
(still downloading- can’t wait!!!!!)
-t.h. xoxo”
Tara Holloway Ottawa
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“this week is evidence supreme that I’m doing exactly what I’m supposed to. simply put, the recording process just doesn’t get any better than this… well crafted songs, world class singer in Tara Holloway and world class engineer/producer in the guise of Phillip Victor Bova, amazing food all hours of the day prepared by one of the sweetest women I’ve ever met, just divine, Janet Kirby, proper gear for headspace put me where I need be, and this lovely dog, Tasha, sweet lil dickens is also deaf. we connected. snowing like a winter wonderland. and Tara helped me find the badass winter wear… big ass shit that is supremely crafted. reconnected with a person who is very very dear to my heart, Maria Del Mar. Canadian women are S E X Y and SMART. it doesn’t get any better than this. i am the happiest white man on Earth. ooga booga. -d”
Dony Wynn ~ on Tara Holloway session 11/13
Austin TX
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“Hi Janet!
Received the masters. They sound so great! Thanks again so much.
You guys have been so helpful and accommodating …”
Taylor Knox
Toronto
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“Thanks to Phil for the great mastering job and to you for your awesome customer service Janet.
Cheers”
Rob Bennett
The Bushpilots
Ottawa
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“Janet – I am so so grateful for you and Phil. Nana and Poppa to all xoxo”
Tara Holloway
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“a work of pensive, folky beauty … 4 stars!”
Brad Farberman, DownBeat Magazine
on Roddy Ellias’s ‘Monday’s Dream’
mastered by Phillip Victor Bova, bova sound
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“Monday’s Dream is an unapologetically beautiful record, one of subtle delicacy and elegance, and alluring grace and finesse.”
John Kelman, All About Jazz
on Roddy Ellias’s ‘Monday’s Dream’
mastered by Phillip Victor Bova, bova sound
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“When I cut my first record, I was really pleased with the attention and the results from bova sound and Phillip Victor Bova. (I think CKCU and Rachel Hauraney deserve a nod, too, for their support.) The studio has started an internet radio station to feature the work of artists the have made use of it in some or another form (recording, mastering, magic potions with ginger, lemon, and cranberry). I think it’s a great idea, and I’m glad that “High Road” is in rotation. Give it a listen: I can assure you Bova does good work, and you might hear a familiar tune or two in the mix.”
Michael Munnik
Cardiff, United Kingdom
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“Hey Phil, I thought the first master sounded tremendous. This sounds “tremendouser.” My NAD amplifier and PSB speakers are purring like kittens and totally diggin’it. Holy Cow! Seriously, one of the best recorded and produced albums I’ve ever heard and I’ve heard thousands and thousands across all genres. Congratulations to you for your truly unique genius. You can dispatch this to Chris Saracino at Standard Media, with my blessing.”
Frank Smith
Sills and Smith
upon wrapping the production and mastering of
Echoes In Time
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“i think its safe to say we, as a collective, raised the bar consideraly yesterday. incredibly satisfying, that. lifeblood. Thank you, Phil, and your lovely wife, Janet, for accepting me into your home to get this fabulous work done. yesyesyes. onward. -d” Dony Wynn ~ on Tara Holloway session 11/13 Austin, TX
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“Tracks have been successfully downloaded! On to the next step.
Thanks again for your efforts and awesome work.”
Spencer
Young Running
Toronto
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“Thanks so much and again you did a great job of capturing the sound we were looking for,”
Curtis Chaffey
The Split Ottawa / Almonte
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“I love it! The Bova touch is beautiful!”
Roddy
Petr Cancura Andrew Downing Roddy Ellias
Ottawa
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“I’m very happy with it. I also love the transitions, Phillip. Thank you for doing that.
Best,”
Eliza Niemi (of Mauno)
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“Glad I found my way to you guys ! And from so far away too. Jumped from an end and landed at one perfect cold dot on the other side of the earth ! What are the odds of that ? It was a delight working with you guys on this record and I absolutely loved how effortlessly you knew exactly what was wanted. Thank You”
Winit Tikoo
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“Phil has mastered four recordings for me over the past couple years and has done a terrific job on each. Should you ever have need of another pair of ears on one of your projects, I can’t recommend Phil highly enough.”
Jesse Stewart
Ottawa
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“How ironic that all this happens just after you release a very good record, one of the year’s best in this city, no question.”
Peter Simpson / Ottawa Citizen on facebook
re: Tara Holloway’s ‘Little Ghosts’ produced by Phillip Victor Bova, bova sound
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“This is great, thank you so so much! It’s been a pleasure working with you both.”
Eliza Niemi (of Mauno)
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“Tara I am sorry to hear of your pending retirement. The most recent record of yours is truly a gift to us all.”
Ian Boyd / Compact Music on facebook
re: Tara Holloway’s ‘Little Ghosts’ produced by Phillip Victor Bova, bova sound
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“I just wanted to thank Phil for being so generous with his time last night, it was an extremely productive recording session and both Ariel and myself had an amazing time. It’s very inspiring to work with someone like Phil who has decades of experience as a recording engineer and musician and who still has an immense amount of passion for what he does after all these years. I’m interested in having Phil master the two songs ‘all analog.”
Bryne Carruthers
Brockville
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“What a pleasure it was. Forever thanks
Tony and me”
Natalia and Tony Cook
Natalia and Montuno
Ottawa
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“Looking forward to working with you again! We rave about your work on our last EP all the time.
Thanks,”
Luke
North of Here
Edmonton
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“Holy Fuck Phil!!! Listening to the rough mixes of all 13 tracks now on headphones!!! Knocking my songs off totally. This album is going to be an epic, mind-blowing experience when completed. It already is at this stage with just the bare bones. Brilliant job. Can’t wait to see you again in the studio to finish the work we’ve started.
Cheers,”
Frank Smith
Sills and Smith
Ottawa
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“Producer extroardinaire, Phillip Victor Bova! Whatta great time i had with you (and Janet!) making this record. Thank you for all your smooth moves, and great (huge) artistic sensibility. i LOVE what we did!”
Tara Holloway
Little Ghosts
Ottawa
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“Thank you for all your hard work! The album sounds amazing!”
Michael Rush
The Broken Mirrors
Vancouver
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“Happy New Year, Phil and Janet! It was such a pleasure meeting and working with two extraordinary people. May this year bring you even more joy!”
Adam Newman
Nashville, TN
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I heard one of the From the Ruins masters today. (I’m the guy who tracked/mixed them) I really loved your master! You made them sound so good. Thank you for doing such an amazing job
Neil Devereaux
Barrie, ON
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Super happy with today’s work in the studio at Bova Sound
Shelley Montreuil
Fluffy Little Cowboys Ottawa
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“Thanks Phil! It was a great pleasure to be there. I’m totally excited with the way “Justify” sounds now “
Guy LeBlanc
Nathan Mahl
Ottawa
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“I just want to tell you I am very happy with the end results.
My greatest critic is very pleased with the results.
I really appreciate all of the work and the great experience I had.
Thanks again for making me sound so good”
Floyd Hutchinson Ottawa
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“Phil !
What can I even say to express how much you mean to me and this project?
You have translated, transcribed and brought together all of my songs and hopes for this album.
Deepest gratitude
Janet !
You are a ray of sunshine in life, and in email inboxes everyday.
Thank you for being you
You are both in the hearts of every soul who touched this record”
Love Tara (Holloway)
Ottawa
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“Hi guys,
All I can say is I “f%$#ing” LOVE it!
Awesome, awesome job.
I love the mix, the drum samples you swapped in, and I also love the little arrangement tweaks you did here and there. Very sweet!
Really, really super job. Masterfully mixed!
An excellent piece of work.
Thank you so much!!”
Bernard Frazer Mississippi Mills
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“Hey Phil: I was quite blown away by what I heard yesterday! This album will be quite a musical journey when completed! You are doing a brilliant job getting the most of out of all the players.
Cheers”
Frank Smith
Sills & Smith Ottawa
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“Hi Phil,
Minutes, days and months keep passing!
I keep following your Facebook posts – wow! Are you busy! Good for you and Jan!
I accidentally came across this website tribute to Dario –
http://dariodomingues.cheza.ca/home.php
Check out the video “Music Mondo” (I never saw the final cut) – you’ll probably recognize a few faces 🙂
Most importantly, listen to Caribbean Tango (early on the show) – I’m sure you’ll recognize the engineering genius behind it. More importantly, I vividly remember the exact day in the studio. I had my old blue ‘Pans’ and you note-by-note directed me through an amazing solo in that song. It was my mallets but, your musical genius!
Memories!”
Bob Libbey Ottawa
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“Hey!
Thank-you so much! You two have been really great to work with, you’ll definitely be hearing from me in the future. I’m really excited to hear the Motherhood stuff. Hope all is well until next time (and after that also)
Thanks again,”
Brydon
Maiden Names and Motherhood Fredericton
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“Thanks for the great work, we are extremely pleased with the sound.”
Curtis Chaffey
The Split Ottawa/Almonte
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“Thank you very much for a successful and fun weekend!
The ease with which Jack and I performed was a direct result of how comfortable you made us feel. Phil you are a pleasure to work with and totally on the same page as us.
Janet, your soup is legendary.
Thanks again, be in touch soon.”
Adam
The Ticket Ottawa
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“hope everyone there is doing swell. thanks for doing an incredible job. i’ve shared the tracks with fellow musicians and everyone is in awe! nice work 🙂
Thanks again! Y’all rule :-)”
jordan (igoe)
Charleston, SC
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“Alan Neal, CBC radio one Host tweets from the 2012 Juno Awards ~ “Feist tells me backstage: Bova Sound saved the day on this album”
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“Always a great experience working at Bova Sound and Janet’s cooking is superb!”
Josh Hofmann
Yo Mama
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I remember it as if it were yesterday. The name of the studio, ironically, was Ambience Recorders (located in downtown Ottawa). My bass drum was a 20” Camco walnut with front head removed, bare minimum muffling, and tuned low. The studio owner / producer / engineer / bass player (Phil Bova Sr – aka: Phillip Victor Bova) joined me cutting tracks, between songs checking console settings. At one point, Phil uttered something memorable: “I know that you’re going to a huge sounds, but then minutes ago on that Latin track you played a bit quieter. Your bass drum sounded huge compared to now! Maybe you’re playing so hard the drum is choking.” The Sky opened that day. I began working at dropping my volume a couple of dB. Phil was right. Interestingly, when I met non-basher Charlie Watts on assignment for Modern Drummer, he had just cut an electronica album with Jim Keltner. The three of us were seated in Charlie’s lofty mid-town NY hotel room discussing another modern legend, Steve Jordan. As I recall, both Charlie and Jim had seen Jordan recording and were amazed that Steve played his bass drum relatively quietly yet obtained such a huge kick sound… The point is that if you are not getting your dream sound, and you’ve done all the right things with the drum key, perhaps you sould try lightening up a wee bit. The laws of nature and acoustics might just conspire and gat you a monster drum sound. Sure, playing loud feels good, but it’s not always the ticket
T. Bruce Wittet
Drums Etc Magazine
2008
about a time @ the fabled Ambience Recorders ~ circa 1989ish
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Thanks for all of your time, patience and encouragement. I think things have really turned out well.
Tim Gallop
Evolutions
Ottawa, ON
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“Deep appreciation to Phil and Janet at bova sound for your brilliant work in mastering the album
‘The Sound of the Dove’”
Pamela Jane Gerrand Stratford
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“What a beautiful job you’ve done Phil! I am about to jump in the truck and drive to Ottawa to plant a heartfelt, yet mindfully quiet, kiss on each of your elephantastic ears.”
Mark Lalama Fenwick
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“Bova Sound did a superb job on our new record! We are thrilled that we got a chance to work with them and they lived up to and surpassed all of the good things we had heard about them. Phil worked his magic and gave the record the warmth and fullness that we were looking for! We’ll definitely be working with them again.”
-Kim Vincent The Red Rails Ottawa
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“re: Tara Holloway ‘Little Ghosts’
This Life is a hit. It has to be.
It is moving, mysterious, engaging… simply gorgeous from every perspective.
The production is off the charts.
A brilliant piece of work, Phil.
Reminds me of Dan Lanois… and T Bone Burnett.
Beautifully done.”
Bernard Frazer
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“Thanks again for a wonderful job on the Young Running album.
I hope to send you more work in the future!
Thanks for keeping music ALIVE!”
Derek Downham
Producer
Toronto
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You guys are the best. Every time we talk just reassures me that I made the right decision, and that’s not even considering the amazing mastering work you do.
Kevin George aka Joesph Sydney
Edmonton, AB
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“What an experience recording with Phillip Victor Bova at his studio in Ottawa! Learned a great deal and got the chance to wield an authentic Hammond organ! Can’t wait to hear the final product!” Josh Hofman Yo Mama Ottawa
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“Thank you Phil for your excellent work.” Gillian Kirkland Ottawa
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“Janet and Phil
It has been an absolute honour working with you.
Wow! Sounds so good and we could not have done this without you.
It wouldn’t be sounding half as good as it does now.
We can’t thank you enough.
Thanks so much. I am already looking forward to the next time we get the chance to work with you both!”
Jack
The Ticket
Ottawa
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“Jack said it all. The masters sound amazing!”
-Adam
The Ticket Ottawa
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“Thank you so much for all the hard work and kind words!
I was actually in Charleston, SC for Bandi’s wedding and got to meet Livy Connor. We were both talking about how amazing you two are. Truly fantastic people!
I will await the cd’s! So excited to finally put this out!”
Adam Newman Everywhere USA
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“Maps – Burned or Lost is the sixth studio album from Sills & Smith. And although they have produced some mighty fine music in the past, they knock it out of the park with this one … Maps – Burned or Lost is an album to which you should give your undivided attention.
While earlier albums by Sills & Smith leaned towards a more prog rock sound, this album is almost stripped-bare at times. They have a lot of people helping them out, but producer Phillip Victor Bova (who also provides outstanding bass, keyboards, strings and Hammond organ) has wisely let the songs breathe on their own. He knows when to build up the sound, and he knows when to step back and let Sills & Smith do their own thing.”
Maps – Burned or Lost is a brilliant album
Aaron Badgley
SPILL Magazine
review of Sills & Smith’s ‘Maps – Burned or Lost’
produced by Phillip Victor Bova
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“Good evening Phil and Janet, Sal here. Well, I have to say, we are extremely happy with the mastering job you did for our song “Go For A Ride.” Myself, Shawn, our management, and our radio tracker are all really pumped about it-great job!”
Sal Piamonte
Sons Command
Ottawa
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“Hi Janet,
Rod & I are also so pleased with Phil’s mastering work – it has really brought the CD to life; it sounds great!
We listened to it in the car, on our stereo & the computer.
Please pass on our thanks to Phil, and thank you for making the process so easy & efficient.”
Christy Scharf Ottawa
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“Thanks again for your awesome work on this Phillip. Hope you’re well
Cheers”
Jeff McClellan
‘Must Be’
Kolapore Toronto
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“What a fun time!”
Brian Toth
Yo Mama
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“New music from my band @theRedRails coming very soon! Masters from @bovasound are incredible. #newmusic”
Kim Vincent
The Red Rails via twitter
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“Thanks Janet, it sounds fantastic…great job as usual :)” Judy Black Cherry Ottawa
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“We’re pleased with the mastering (extremely so), and it would be great if you could send that .wav file along to Chris at Standard Vinyl at your earliest convenience.
We’re so impressed with the work you did, you made our wildest dreams come true!
Very truly,
Kaylee”
Motherhood Fredericton
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“Janet, first off … IT SOUNDS AMAZING! Wow!”
kim (Vincent)
The Red Rails Ottawa
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“Thank you sir! Very happy!” Michael Peterson Tilda Ottawa
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a note received by Jesse Stewart and Hamid Drake re: their release of ‘Timelines’ “Jesse (Stewart) first of all, please cc Phil Bova. I just listened to your new release “Timelines”. Congratulations! It’s a masterpiece. Performance and sound are stellar. Knowing the source material I am mezmerized by the mastering! Phil! As a percussion album it ranks right there with Velez’ “Rhythm Of The Chakras,” Lockett & Hirota’s “Tabla To Taiko” and a little album entitled “Stunderthorm” (that had to be now :-). It’s a wonderful production! Hamid will be happy with this recording. So am I, and I give the credit to Phil. I mean that! ~j” Johannes Welsch Dunrobin Sonic Gym Dunrobin
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“Thanks again for everything, we appreciate the kind words and like I said before everybody really couldn’t be happier with how it turned out.
Cheers!”
Will Thorne-Morri Big Moan Ottawa
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““It’s Christmas in May!!! Just got my CD Masters in the mail from Bova Sound! A million thanks to Phillip Victor Bova for doing such an incredible job and to Janet for being so kind.
CD Release show is JUNE 15th at Gage Hall, Charleston, SC 8:00pm… save the date!”
Livy Conner
Charleston, SC
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“YES!!! This is awesome!!!
The last file you sent me is beyond perfect. I love it, thanks so much for your hard work and for handling my requests!!!
Thanks!!!! So excited that the record sounds so good!!!”
Dave Halabisky Halabisky’s Uprising Paris, France
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“You’re the best! Thanks Janet and Phil!!” JA Little Suns Montreal
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“You guys are the best. I’ve been so lucky to meet such wonderful people to work with every step of the way. I have nothing but great things to say about Bova Sound to everyone I’ve told about the album.
Best wishes to you from me and Bandi,”
Livy Charleston, SC
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“can’t WAIT to come back this week, sweet folks!”
Craig Simon
Ottawa
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“Just listened to it again. Phillip Victor Bova and Chris Shreenan-Dyck, your work on this project shines through!” Andrew Long Tilda Toronto
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“Thank you for all your hard work Bovas and HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY Tash!”
Shelley Montreuil
Yo Mama
Fluffy Little Cowboys
Everywhere …
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“Hey Phil: South of Somewhere is bloody brilliant!!! The songs, the musicianship, the production — everything is great.
If our album sounds half as good, I’ll be thrilled.
Cheers,”
Frank Smith
Ottawa
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“Everything sounds great! The timing and crossfades are perfect. Thank you! I am so excited! I am very much looking forward to sharing it with the world.”
For Esmé Toronto
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“I love you guys, most patient masterers of the year goes to … ;)” l e o n candle recording Toronto
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“Hello from Boston
The album sounds great ! I am very happy with it!’
Nischay Parekh Boston, MA and Kolkata India
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“Excellent mastering job Phillip Victor Bova” Chris Shreenan-Dyck Los Angeles, CA
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“Hey! We’ve listened to it a few times through on a few different speakers and while driving, and we couldn’t be happier with how it turned out! Thanks again.” Will Big Moan Ottawa
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“We listened through last night – you all did an amazing job. The instrumentation is so clean and clear- I am so impressed with how all the space in between each instrument has been cleaned up so that all the parts shine. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!” Livy Conner Charleston, SC
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“I’m on tour for the next couple weeks and can’t wait to come to Bova Sound! Talk soon.” Afie aka Bahamas ’round the world
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“Hey Janet, digging this for sure. Thanks so much.” JA Little Suns Montreal
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“I left a message with Phil: killing.
and, you, thank you for your usual high grade hospitality and joy,
tbw ”
T. Bruce Wittet Ottawa
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“thank you guys so much, this is perfect!
we are good to go on my end!” l e o n candle recording toronto
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“You did an amazing job and we’ll be sure to recommend you to our friends. Thanks,” Jacob A Self Toronto
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“wow. great job! i’m crying. i love it. thanks for your kind words and great work. regards,” caroly Toronto
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“A very special thank you, Janet Kirby, keeper of zen, for flawless organization, nag champra every morning, the most delicious catering and putting up with us.”
Maren Molthan and Scott Arena
Peacework
Ottawa
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“Hello Phillip
I ran across the Bova Sound website via Sage Audio via Harmony Central. I listened to a few of the sample track you’ve recorded and I was blown away.
Wow. I am a producer/engineer living in Toronto, and it’s seldom I hear something that sounds that good.”
Michael Chambers
Toronto
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“It’s perfect I’m very happy about how it sounds. The songs all sound cohesive, and they’ve been colored quite beautifully by your work. Thank you. Happy, very happy” Scott Poplar Pines Halifax
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“Jeez, I spent two days at your wonderful studio, a real pro place with a nice, warm, modest footprint….best of all worlds. And a freaking grand piano…not an upright, either, ready to go in an adjacent room. They say that one of the detriments of smaller studios (and you’ve owned big box ones so you know the deal) is that legit pianists must perform on digital units (however good they’ve become). Well, I couldn’t believe when I snuck into the other room….a real mother grand piano….” T. Bruce Wittet Ottawa
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“Hi Janet, First off, I just wanted to say to you and Phil that the mixes are sounding super sweet to our ears. I especially like what you did with Give Thanks and the vocals by A K U A.
David Switchenko saxsyndrum Montreal
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“What a pleasure and a privilege working with you Phil and experiencing the wonderful hospitality and sustenance offered by Janet. Bova Sound is an inspiring place for inspired music making. Happy birthday Tasha. Happy New Year Phil and Janet.”
Frank Smith
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“HOLY CRAP THIS IS SO EXCITING. ok I listened to the master like 76 times and I’ve been like rocking and weeping thats how good it is completely unexpected didn’t think mastering made things sound so insanely different.” Erin Saoirse Adair Ottawa
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“Great Great Work! Thanks a million guys, truly special. Amazing, c. ” Zeus Toronto
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“I absolutely loved working with Tara & you beautiful folk! Thanks again, for the wonderful opportunity!”
Jim McDowell
Ottawa
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“Thanks!
Can’t wait to hear it all!
You guys are amazing.
Thanks for everything.
jB” James Bunton, Producer
For Esme Toronto
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“Excellent work guys, thanks again!! Can’t wait for that vinyl ;”
l e o n candle recording Toronto
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“Thanks once again for making my first foray into professionally mastered music so awesome. Working with you guys has really been a wonderful experience.” Cheers, Ben Levitan Montreal
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“Hi Janet, It was great talking with you. We can’t overstate how great it is to be working with you guys on this project. This is beyond exciting! My stomach knots have been replace with glee!!!” Kevin George Wool on Wolves Edmonton
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“the cd sounds awesome & we’ll be recommending you to anyone looking to get mastering work done.” Bryan Richmond Switch Barrie
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“Thank you Janet for being so kind in our communications and thank you Phillip (Victor Bova) for doing such great work with this album, it means so much to us. best wishes” Livy (Conner) Charleston, SC
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“We are very impressed with your sound and were wondering if you had any time in the near future to master our record? We’d love to get your hands on the job.
Hope to hear from you soon.
Cheers.”
Jessica The Golden Dogs Toronto
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“Thanks again for the session. Good feelings!” Sarah Hallman Ottawa
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“Hey Janet
Thank you so much for your patience!
We are all exceptionally happy with how well these masters sound. Thank you so much. It’s very exciting!
This sounds fantastic and fits exactly within what our vision for the master was.
All the best,
Brody”
Wool on Wolves Edmonton
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“Hi Janet!
always so quick to respond =) love it!
thanks! looks like we’re golden now.
that works beautifully for me!”
Nick Bernal
Nevado Records Toronto
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“Thanks for everything you and the phils did to make this record happen.
C”
Craig Pedersen Ottawa
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“And if I haven’t said it before, It’s so lovely to work with both of you … Very “easy” and pleasant just the way I like.
I’ve really been blessed with meeting and working with such amazing people on this album. It has made the experience that much more … amazing. So happy I went with Bova! Though I’m sure it wasn’t coincidental ;)”
Adam Newman Everywhere USA
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“Well, first off, things sound great. It’s exactly what we are going for – they sound full, smooth, louder, with some extra energy and clarity that just didn’t exist before. There is an openness in the top end, and a firm and solid foundation in the low end, and we are very happy with how things are sounding! And on a number of systems and headphones to boot!!”
James Bunton
Toronto
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“You guys are so tight, I’m going to start calling you the Bova constrictors.
John Lavery” disappeared en route to Betelgeuse …
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“i hope you’re all very well.
it’s always so nice when I see a note from you, i can feel the warmth and goodness, and it’s much appreciated.
my very best – as always –
eoin”
land of talk / stars / memphis Montreal Canada / New York, NY USA
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“Thank you very much for welcoming me and for your good service, for sure you will see me again and again. Thanks.”
Elage Mbaye Ottawa
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“Hi Janet
The boys and i are all very happy with the cd. Great job and was
perfect for our sound and budget demands. hopefully i will be through your
doors again in the near future with another little something that needs
mixing. take it easy,”
michael hanlon Ottawa
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“Everything sounds amazing as usual, all is sonically grand on the reference!
This is the one.
Standing by!
Thanks and best,
Danielle” Duval Toronto
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“Thank you Bova family for all of your incredible hospitality and hard work and support. I couldn’t have done it without you”
Craig Pedersen (Quartet)
Days Like Today
Ottawa / Montreal
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“Thanks you guys for just being who you are …
Craig” Simon
Purple Val des Monts
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“Merry Christmas Bovas!!!
Thanks for all your hard work on our album as well as your warm hospitality!
mike” o’brien
zeus Toronto
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“We’ve received the new mix and i got to admit that it is excellent !!! At last, i saw the movie thanks to the sound !
Thanks you very much for your beautiful work.
Cordialement,”
David Unger Paris France
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“Got it.
Please pass along my extra special thanks to Phil here … and to you as well.
All the best,
robbie lackritz Toronto
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“I believe you guys mastered this record and i don’t know what the mixes sounded like, but i have to say WELL DONE … What a stunning album both musically and sonically!
Respect from a peer in the business…
Sincerely,
Eric Hillebrecht” New York, NY
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“My God! These sound incredible!! Amazing job!!
Thanks for doing this so quickly on short notice.
Beware the deadly bovaconstrictor!!
mike” o’brien zeus Toronto
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“Agreed…Phillip Victor Bova rules the sound waves :)”
Britta Nielsen
Deja Vu
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“You have been great to work with , I sense your passion for music and people !
Hopefully someday our paths will cross.”
Mike Petroff
Canmore, AB
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“We have really enjoyed recording at your studio and are really so happy with the results so far!”
Alexis MacIsaac and Calum MacKenzie
Ottawa, ON
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“Looking so forward to hanging with the Master of the ” Master ” Phillip Victor Bova to make ready for air , record & video the Alanna Sterling – Singer/Songwriter Express”
Craig Simon
Producer
Ottawa
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“It is always a blast working alongside you Phil !!”
Don Prince
Spyral Jones
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“that is so you man!! mister EARS! thanks for the musical training in my youth Phil”
John Fraser Findlay
Toronto, ON
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“Lovely wonderful instrument . A joy to play
on our sweet Gerhard Heintzman”
Calum Alasdair MacKenzie
MacIsaac and MacKenzie
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“Isn’t it nice to nail something on the first try? We’re all very happy with the masters!”
Stefan Jurewicz
Onionface
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“Thank you so much, been wonderful working with you.
Hope our paths cross some day, thinking we have lots in common.
Truly appreciated,”
Mike Petroff
Canmore, AB
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“So i just listened and this is perfect,
Thanks again guys! Huge life saver.
You guys rock super hard! Thanks for going above and beyond, you didn’t have to and it means a lot to us.”
Joel Dixon
The Waking Night
Fredericton, NB
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“Great job! It sounds terrific.”
Kelly Sloan
Toronto, ON
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“Thanks Janet and Phillip for your work and patience!”
Eric Scheuneman
Ottawa, ON
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“And last, but not least, Phillip Victor Bova! You produced, mastered, mixed, and played bass on the tracks and corralled the troops; but beyond the technical aspects of putting the EP together, you and Janet – your incredible partner in crime – took the time to listen to me, to get to know me and to understand my music. The making of “Come Hear My Voice” was one of the best experiences of my life and – as I’ve said to others – a dream come true. Thank you gentlemen….and Janet too!”
Yaa-Hemaa
Ottawa / Vancouver
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“Hey!
Thank-you so much! You two have been really great to work with, you’ll definitely be hearing from me in the future. I’m really excited to hear the Motherhood stuff. Hope all is well until next time (and after that also).
Thanks again,”
Brydon
Maiden Names
Fredericton, NB
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“Elvis has entered the building! Successful download and matching!
It’s so nice working with proferssionals ….
cheers”
David Martin, Ph.D. Ottawa
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“Thanks for the info. I appreciate all over your help over the last few years. ”
Caleb Abbott Ottawa
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“Hi Janet, it was great to meet you guys! Your studio is very dreamy. Thanks for all the info, it’s really kind of you to care.
… Anyway … great to meet you two, you’re a lovely couple.
ttyl!
Mitchell Fillion | Southern Souls ” Toronto
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“we officially love you
this can’t sound any better!
we know it was a “cheap” recording hajahja just 4 guys playing in chile
and you guys did an explendid job!
i’m over-exited! amazing work…
tons of hugs of each and everyone who worked in this!”
Nelson We Have The Place Surrounded Viña del Mar, Chile
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“Hi Janet/Phil,
Just wanted you both to know how much I enjoyed recording there last
weekend. Great sounds, I love the room, the house smelled wonderful, and
you folks are swell indeed. And thank you so much for the best coffee
ever and a bowl of soup I shan’t soon forget. I’m looking forward to
another session in March (when, with luck, I finish tracking).
Thanks again”
Dave Merritt Ottawa
“Yep, I think we have it.
Thanks!
Deaner” Gallery Studio Ottawa
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“Thanks so much Janet and Phil!
We are thrilled!
Ryhna” Envision Management Montreal\
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“First off I would like to say that we are as ever very excited about the Zeus/Bova Sound entanglement. It is a great breath of fresh air for us to have a house that gets what were up to.
Thanks You Guys. Talk soon.
c.” zeus Toronto
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“Hey Janet,
After plenty of listens on multiple systems, it’s safe to say that I love it! All sounds great so let’s go ahead with making the final disc.
Thanks and congrats to Phil on the amazing work.
– Jeff”
Kolapore Toronto
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“thanks so much for your warm hospitality and professionalism. Still the best cup of tea I ever had.
xo j”
jason collett Toronto
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“Thanks for the hard work folks, Really excited here.”
c.”
zeus Toronto
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“Words really can’t express how much I appreciate every thing both of you have done!
When I chose Bova Sound, there were a few reasons. The previous experience I had in Oxford Mills. The Grand Piano but most important was the fact that both Caroline and Lyne were rookies (they are not now!) and I felt that working with Phil would be best for them. My intuition certainly proved correct!
And while I have had some experience in playing in the studio, I have never acted as a producer. And Phil, thank you so much for jumping in on this role when you feel it necessary! And thanks to both of you for your kind understanding. Annie is a Gods send to Lyne!
Thanks
Steve Doggett
Edge of Khaos
PS The rough mixes sound great!”
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“Thanks again so much, you two really are a pleasure to work with and we appreciate that.”
Brydon Crain
Motherhood
Fredericton, NB
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“Ottawa born boys, New Swears have been playing music together since 2012 and have created a bit of a reputation for putting on exciting live performances. Exclaim! describes them to have “..some of the wildest stage moves one could imagine”. This 4 piece Rock n Roll band prides themselves on a strong work ethic and always pushing the limits of what live performances are meant to be. New Swears is currently working on their 3rd full length album at the coveted Bova Sound Studio in Ottawa with Phillip Victor Bova at the production wheel.”
Megaphono
Ottawa, ON
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“Y’all are so awesome! I’m so flattered that you’re still listening to the record. We are in the studio Tuesday to mix it and will be finished so I can either send you the file Tuesday evening or Wednesday. Thanks so much! You did a fantastic job on the last one.”
Jordan Igoe
Charleston, SC
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“YYYYYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHH and WWWWOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWWW !!!!
It sounds so good on my system.
Thank you to you both for everything and for being such beautiful people !!”
Don Prince
Spyral Jones
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“Had a great experience at Bova Sound today in Ottawa, thanks Philip Victor Bova for doing such an awesome job!”
Laurie Anne Fuhr
birdheat
Calgary, AB
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“You made this album sound so great, played bass brilliantly, provided musical arrangements and somehow managed to coordinate masterfully 11 people who contributed vocals/ and/or instrumentals to Echoes In Time. That takes real genius!”
Frank Smith
Sills & Smith
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“Again my compliments to you and Phil for the great experience on Friday, take care!”
Bryne Carruthers
Brockville, ON
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“Phillip is the man! Great space too”
Bernard Frazer
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“Thanks so much to you and Phil for your hospitality.
We have really enjoyed recording at your studio and are really so happy with the results so far!”
Alexis MacIsaac and Calum Alasdair
The Bay Street Sessions
Ottawa, ON
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“Thank you so much for your dedicated work on our little project and for all your good nature and positive vibes!
Here’s to many more collaborations!
Sincerest thanks,”
David Pierce
Ornaments
Ottawa, ON
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“Janet,
Thanks for your kind hospitality last night. Stephanie and I much enjoyed discussing the Hank project with Phil and Philip. She was impressed by their good natures, intelligence, and articulateness.
We’ll send you the video clip for approval once Stephanie has assembled it.
All the best,”
Graham Young Ottawa
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He is a wonderful guy to work with. We have recorded two full-length albums with Phil now. It was great fun. Phil and Janet are like family to us.
Frank Smith
Sills & Smith
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My thanks to the talented musicians who played so well, and to Phil Bova, whose creativity greatly enhanced the album.
Dick Maloney
Production of Beautiful Beginning