The Church Studio

01/06/2026

Music History Minute

Paul McCartney strongly objected to Phil Spector’s orchestral treatment of “The Long and Winding Road.” He even sent a letter demanding changes but the version still appeared on Let It Be. The dispute later became one of the reasons Paul cited in his lawsuit against the other Beatles and manager Allen Klein.

01/06/2026

Guess who won “Best Overall” float for the Tulsa Christmas Parade? You guessed right! Thank you to Santa, Derald, Bob, Judy, Lyndell, Dave, Sharon, Larry, John, Becky and the rest of our amazing float-building team!

01/04/2026

Teresa Knox recently had the honor of sitting down with May Pang for the Church Studio Legends series.

May is an important part of music history and was with John Lennon during what’s often referred to as his "Lost Weekend;" 1973-1975.

You'll enjoy first hand stories and perspective that only someone who lived it can offer. If you love music history, this conversation is worth watching.

Watch the full interview below.

May Pang is a former American music executive who was a personal assistant and production coordinator for John Lennon and Yoko Ono.Pang and Lennon began an 1...

01/02/2026

Bekka Bramlett, the daughter of Bonnie and Delaney Bramlett of the group "Delaney and Bonnie" enjoying the acoustics of the Live Room, giving a shoutout to our very own Ronnie.

Leon was a key collaborator with Delaney & Bonnie, playing guitar and piano, arranging music, and helping them form their famous "Friends" band, which attracted stars like Eric Clapton and George Harrison so it's been very special for Bekka spending time with us, leaning into her heritage.

01/02/2026

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In Session is an exclusive and immersive listening experience in the iconic Live Room. Limited to just 50 attendees per show, these events offer a rare opportunity to become part of the recording and tracking process. Each show is unique, intimate, and captured live in the moment.

01/01/2026

Steve Ripley would have been 76 today.
Seven years without him, and we still feel his impact

A New Year’s baby who never stopped being creative and innovative

From Charlene Ripley’s collection ; here he is with his friend and client Clarence “Gatemouth”Brown…a moment that says so much about who Steve was and the relationships he built.

We miss him. His influence is still very much part of this place.

Happy heavenly birthday, Steve.

01/01/2026

The Church Studio is closed today in observance of New Year’s Day. We’ll be back tomorrow and can’t wait to welcome you in the year ahead.

Here’s to a great year of music, history, and community. Happy New Year! 🥂🎶

01/01/2026

In 2025, to mark Shure Microphones’ 100th anniversary, The Church Studio partnered with Shure to present Century of Sound, a special exhibition celebrating 100 years of audio innovation. The exhibit features historic microphones that helped shape music, broadcasting, and live performance.

Special thanks to Michael Echart and Highway Marketing for helping bring this exhibition to life.

12/31/2025

Happy New Year's Eve! We have had such a great year thanks to all of you!

12/31/2025

“In Session” is an immersive experience where the audience listens through headphones to a LIVE recording session, in the same room as the artist. Three albums have been released so far through this program. Have you purchased your copy? ❤️

Chris Combs
Johnny Mullenax Band
King Cabbage Brass Band
Greyhounds

12/31/2025

Join Ronnie and Annabel as they ring in the new year with a summary of what The Church Studio accomplished!