The Church Studio

11/18/2025

Only a few seats remaining to IN SESSION with Brad Absher and The Superials this Wednesday! These unique shows let you experience a live recording up close, listening through headphones as it happens in real time. The early show is sold out, but there are a few seats open for the 8pm session. Tickets here: https://buff.ly/WO0n9kt

11/17/2025

From Leon Russell's personal collection, these masks are a reminder of his beloved song, "This Masquerade."

11/17/2025

"The Big Showoff" auditions were held at the Church.
We welcomed so many talented artists. We feel sorry for the judges!

The Big Showoff is a talent competition that raises funds for the Tulsa Day Center and will be judged by some nice folks including our very own Teresa Knox. We love the talent (and generosity) of Tulsa, Okla. ❤️

11/15/2025

Karen Carpenter (1950-1983) performs “Superstar.” The beautiful song was written by Bonnie Bramlett and Leon Russell in 1969 and was originally titled ”Groupie.” 🌹

11/15/2025

We’ve had some great times with our good friend and neighbor David Teegarden over the years. Today we celebrate him! ♥️ This was one for the books when we brought Gary Busey in. David hosted us at his studio and we were joined by Jimmy Markham and Jamie Oldaker.

Happy 80th Birthday David. We love you and cherish all the great memories we’ve made together.

📸 Phil Clarkin

11/15/2025

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Reese Wynans, legendary keyboardist for Joe Bonamassa, stopped by to tickle the keys of our vintage Hammond B3 organ. His career spans decades of rock history, playing with Carole King, the Allman Brothers, Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, Delbert McClinton, and many more.

11/13/2025

The City of Tulsa declared November 13th LEON RUSSELL DAY, honoring a creative trailblazer who impacted the music industry as we know it today. On the 9th anniversary of his passing, we celebrate Leon's life, his music, and his lasting impact on so many of us. Want to help caring for this beautiful monument? There are open dates remaining for 2025. Sign up here: https://www.thechurchstudio.com/sheet/2025-leon-russell-monument-care/ ❤️

📸 : Jeff Lisowski

11/12/2025

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Veterans Day Special at The Church Studio! 🇺🇸

This Veterans Day, we’re offering free admission to all veterans as a small gesture of our gratitude. Come enjoy the rich history of music and community at The Church Studio.

Thank you for your service. We look forward to welcoming you this week between 10am-3pm.

11/10/2025

Joe Cocker Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and we couldn't be more proud! Joe Cocker helped propel Shelter Records to the international stage in 1970 during Mad Dogs & Englishmen. Photo by Linda Wolf

11/10/2025

A very happy birthday to our friend Susan Tedeschi. Twice we’ve hosted this lovely lady in the studio. Photo by Phil Clarkin.