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Frederick Stahly: Carmel Resident Makes Hollywood Sound Great This month’s cover story introduces our readers to Fred Stahly. You might not have heard of Fred, but you probably have heard his work as a sound engineer on Hollywood movies such as “Kill Bill” and “The Bourne Ultimatum” or his work on the current television series “Chicago Fire”. As the world turned digital and working remotely became possible, Stahly decided to leave Los Angeles in order to raise his children in Carmel. Writer // Janelle Morrison • Cover photo // Laura Arick

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season of the hit television show, Survivor. Throughout his NBA career and thereafter as he pursued these other endeavors, Pollard has always maintained an active interest real estate. Even after Pollard’s time here with the Indiana Pacers ended, he has continued to spend a real deal of time in the Indy area. Recently, he and his wife moved into their new home in the Village of WestClay. According to Pollard, he interviewed with a number of the local real estate offices and felt an immediate connection with Kempler. From his time in the NBA, Pollard gained an appreciation of the value that an established veteran like Kempler has to offer. Kempler has an architectural background, experience as a home builder and has been a realtor for over 12 years. For his part, Kempler said he is excited to have someone like Pollard, with tremendous local recognition and drive to serve their clients, join his team.

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Recently, Joe Kempler proudly announced that he has teamed up with former Indiana Pacer Scot Pollard to form the Kempler-Pollard Group. The Kempler-Pollard Group will continue to maintain its Encore-Sotheby’s real estate office in the Village of West Clay.

ollard was a former first round draft pick, 11-year veteran of the NBA, and a member of the 2008 Boston Celtics that won an NBA Championship. Many of you may remember Pollard when he played for the Indiana Pacers for the 2003-2006 seasons. During his time playing at the University of Kansas and the NBA, Pollard was always known as a hardworking player

who excelled in the less glamourous areas of defense and rebounding. Pollard plans to bring that same gritty drive and work ethic to help the clients of Kempler-Pollard Group. Since his playing days ended, Pollard has worked in broadcasting doing color commentary for games across the country for NBA TV and TNT, acted in a few movies and was a contestant on the 32nd

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“We are great conveners and connectors,” Merhoff said. “This [program] is an opportunity for us to really connect the communities and people who are interested in what is going on. Our members have made it clear to us that this was something that people were interested in, and there’s nothing better than grabbing a cup of coffee and learning more about what makes Hamilton County, Carmel and Fishers such great places to work and live in.”

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The folks at OneZone are excited to announce a brand new morning program, Caffeinated Conversation, with its first scheduled program to be held at the new MJ Insurance headquarters on January 15 featuring the City of Carmel as its speaker. We sat down with Mo Merhoff, president at OneZone, and Jack Russell, COO at OneZone, to learn more about the purpose and goals of the organization’s latest program offering.

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he new morning program, Caffeinated Conversation, will run from 8-9 a.m. and will be held on the third Tuesday of each month,” Russell shared. “Our goal is to keep the attendance at or around 30 people. The program will be in a casual but informative setting. Our first one [program] is scheduled at MJ Insurance, and our February program is scheduled to be at The Palladium. The speaker for February will be the Hamilton County Community Foundation.” Russell confirmed both MJ Insurance and The Center for the Performing Arts are members of OneZone and are looking forward to hosting the program and displaying their respective venues to attendees.

“One of the things that we [OneZone] looked at going into 2019 and part of our strategic plan is our advocacy,” Russell stated. “We were looking at finding creative ways to provide a great opportunity for education about where we work and live. The City of Carmel is going to talk a little bit about TIF (Tax Increment Financing) and about projects that are going on along the Monon, and in February, the Hamilton County Community Foundation will discuss who they are and what they do.” Russell added that another goal of the program is to bring in quality speakers and talk about things that are relevant and important to OneZone members and residents of the Carmel and Fishers communities.

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OneZone’s annual business-building and networking event, Taste of the Chamber, will take place at Ritz Charles January 17 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. The annual Taste of the Chamber has been bringing hundreds of OneZone members as well as local residents and guests together for well over a decade. The main purpose of the event is to create an opportunity for 145 exhibitors and over 1,000 guests to enjoy tastings from several area restaurants, breweries, bakeries and wineries while networking with businesses from Carmel and Fishers. The Taste has become a highly anticipated reunion of sorts for many seasoned OneZone members who have come to enjoy the event as an annual meet-up with associates and friends. The event creates the perfect opportunity for young professionals to come and enjoy a welcoming environment along with their peers and meet fellow members. “We’ve been at this for 15 years, and it [the Taste] has developed its own personality,” Merhoff said. “If I were to choose one word to describe it, it’s fun. The Taste is an opportunity, in the middle of winter, for a natural gathering spot. You walk around and talk with people that you don’t get to see all the time, and there is incredible food. It’s a progressive dinner, and it’s like you’re walking your neighborhood. People always have a good time.” For ticket and additional information about the Taste of the Chamber and upcoming events/ programs such as Caffeinated Conversation, visit onezonecommerce.com.

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Dr. Anne Clayton and Dr. Ross Clayton recently opened their new veterinary clinic, Clayton Family Veterinary Care, in Carmel. As you might have guessed from their last names, Dr. Anne and Dr. Ross are married, and both are vets. The name Clayton Family Veterinary Care not only represents the relationship of the doctors practicing there, but it also reflects their philosophy regarding the type of atmosphere and level of service you and your pets can expect to receive there.

either Dr. Anne or Dr. Ross is new to the area or the practice of veterinary medicine. Both grew up in Zionsville, and they actually started dating while in high school when they were 16 years old. Together they attended and graduated from DePauw University and the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. Ross has worked in a private clinic in Carmel for the past 17 years while Anne has practiced in the Zionsville and Hamilton County area for a similar period of time. They acknowl-

edged that finally getting the chance to work together as a family and the possibility of getting their four children involved with the new clinic is a dream come true. Having the experience of working in other veterinary practices over the years provided the Claytons with the opportunity to see things that they liked about other clinics and things that they did not. One of the things they have seen become part of many vet clinics is the loss of a personal relationship between the doctor and the pets and pet owners because

the amount of time vets spend getting to know the pet and the owners keeps shrinking. The Claytons thought this does a disservice to clients, particularly when you consider how important most pets are to families. Therefore, the Claytons are committed to offering each pet owner 30 minutes of their time for each pet visit. During that time, they want to get to know the pet and the petâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s owner, and they also want to learn more about the relationship between the pet and its owner. It is the Claytonsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; hope that by dedicating this time

to their clients and their pets that they are more likely to become part of the Clayton Family Veterinary Care family. Equally important to the Claytons is that they offer this exceptional level of service at a reasonable price. In 2016, an organization called Fear Free was created to provide online and in-person education to veterinary professionals with its mission to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety and stress in pets by inspiring and educating the people who care for them. Dr. Anne is certified by the Fear Free organization. In designing and constructing the new clinic, the Claytons relied heavily on the principles of Fear Free. For example, the floors were required to have a certain grip coefficient, so animals can maneuver easily. In addition, the cat area is not only separated from the dog area physically but also has special soundproofing. Specific areas of the clinic have special anxiety-reducing pheromones being dispensed through the air to calm the animals. You will also notice an abundance of windows in the clinic, so pet owners have a line of sight throughout the clinic and can thereby be assured that their pets are getting the best care possible. If you or your pet are looking for a veterinary clinic with the family touch, call or stop by Clayton Family Veterinary Care. Clayton Family Veterinary Care 14757 Oak Rd. Carmel, IN 46033 317-218-3142 claytonfamilyvet.com

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As a self-proclaimed “foodie,” I enjoy different types of dining venues and cuisine. I particularly enjoy a good steakhouse and appreciate dishes that I can’t replicate at home. Recently, I enjoyed one of the most incredible meals that has ever been prepared for me in the Indianapolis area at Tony’s of Indianapolis. So what is it about Tony’s that has me so enthralled? It starts with the vision of Tony Ricci, the owner.

As a young boy, Ricci’s culinary training began in his mother’s humble kitchen back in Civitanova del Sannio, Italy. A traditional Italian family, the Riccis revered supper at the table, at which they would discuss all things in life. It was a meal, not just dinner. The culture of a quality meal and time with

loved ones and friends that was instilled in Ricci by his heritage is the cornerstone upon which he has built this wonderful dining experience. The Ricci family moved from Italy to Toronto, Canada, and from Toronto to Cincinnati, Ohio. Ricci learned his exemplary work ethic from his parents who dedicated their lives to providing for Ricci and his two younger sisters. He explained that his

passion for entertaining and serving comes from what he observed and learned from his own family, especially the importance of time spent together at the table. “We always talked around the table,” Ricci recalled. “Whether they [Ricci’s parents] were working one job or two, it seems that my mom always made time to prepare a meal.” Hospitality and quality are priorities of Ricci’s, and creating

memorable culinary experiences is his passion. Ricci’s intrinsic talent for creating a genuinely hospitable atmosphere coupled with remarkable meals creates meaningful experiences for his guests who leave his restaurants feeling as though they are part of the “Tony’s” family. In May 2010, Tony’s of Cincinnati opened after a long and arduous journey for Ricci. His passion, faith and perseverance, along with

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the support of his wife, family and friends who believed in his vision, have led him to own and operate three locations: Tony’s of Cincinnati, Tony’s of Lexington and Tony’s of Indianapolis, which opened in 2018. “Our motto is ‘Come and taste the difference,’” Ricci said. “We start with a good product. I’ve used the same meat company when I was with previous companies as well as my own

with the paprikas, and it gives the steak a different flavor on your palate.” In addition to its succulent steaks, Tony’s offers the best cuts of New Zealand lamb and high-quality seafood. The crab cake is the real deal – no flavor disguises. It is comprised of pure sweet crab meat and enough of it to easily feed a table of four. The shrimp cocktail left me speechless. The prawns are the largest that I’ve seen in the continental U.S., and the presentation of the dish was nothing short of impressive. The diverse and expansive wine and handcrafted cocktail list is not to be underrated as well. The selection of cocktails and wines for all price points are served by highly knowledgeable and superbly trained staff. “We don’t stop training here,” Ricci emphasized. “We put our servers to the test. We know that behind the scenes, mistakes can happen. We just can’t show it to our guests.” Michael Morgan, general manager at Tony’s of Indianapolis, shared that they don’t necessarily hire individuals who have extensive culinary training or fine dining resumes. “We go outside of the scope of hiring and hire people

since 1989. They know what I want, they know what I look for and they consistently deliver. Our steak seasoning has five different salts, five different peppers and then we use a couple different paprikas. Our heat from the broiler comes from the top, and we sear in the juices. You can go to all the other steakhouses, and you will taste salt or you will taste pepper. What you will taste with us is a combination of each, along

that we feel actually care and want to make a difference,” Morgan said. “We will spend all the time in the world training someone to do the technical things, but we can’t train somebody to have a personality.” The restaurant offers a sophisticated and alluring ambiance without pretension. It can accommodate private parties with two private rooms that are temperature-, lighting- and sound-controlled with A.V. capabilities. “I personally feel that eating dinner here is unique to having dinner anyplace else,” Ricci said assuredly. “We actually want to entertain you, and we want you to have a good time. When you dine with us, you will see what we do. We are just as much of the experience as the food is that arrives at your table. We are privileged to be here. Honored to serve you. Let’s become friends.” Rest assured, our dining experience was unique, and we had a great time. We can’t wait to return to see our new friends at Tony’s of Indianapolis. To make a reservation, visit tonysofindianapolis.com 110 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 317-638-TONY (8669)

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The most romantic day of the year is right around the corner. Are you still looking for the perfect gift or planning on “popping” the question this Valentine’s Day? Why not simplify your life and take the guesswork out of gift-giving? Visit Indy Facets Jeweler and enjoy a comfortable and meaningful experience.

ndy Facets Private Jeweler is dedicated to being everyone’s private jeweler. Owner Shaun Goodyear and his highly trained and knowledgeable staff strive to be everything that a traditional jewelry store offers and so much more. Their one-on-one service, no-pressure sales and custom design experience separate them from any other traditional jewelry store. Goodyear, a Carmel resident, realized his passion for gemstones and making jewelry in high school. After graduating, a former teacher encouraged Goodyear to try his hand at making jewelry as an occupation. After researching the Gem-

ological Institute of America (GIA), Goodyear flew out to visit GIA’s campus and global headquarters in Carlsbad, California, where he quickly realized his purpose and destination. Goodyear graduated in the top of his class in 2001 as a Graduate Jeweler Gemologist with Design and Wax. “I took every course they [GIA] offered,” Goodyear said. “I got a well-rounded education there. Every job that I took afterward was to better round out my resume and experience level in different fields of the jewelry industry. Those who have been in our office understand what Indy Facets Private Jeweler does. What we are doing is so far removed from a traditional

jewelry store. We don’t have showcases and pushy salespeople. It’s a very calm and casual place for our clients.” Similar to the car buying experience, people have been programmed to an industry standard of what a jewelry store looks and feels like – a standard that has been accepted by consumers because there was no other standard … until now. “When I started Indy Facets Private Jeweler, the goal was and continues to be that we break every jewelry store stereotype,” Goodyear emphasized. “We want the client’s experience to be a fun, interactive and meaningful. Personally, I love being a part of people’s special moments.”

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what he or she wants is not only fun; it is meaningful.” The process is simple. No matter the occasion, Goodyear and his team make the most out of it and take the fear completely out of the situation. “We work in any denomination,” he added. “When a gift buyer comes in and pre-pays for a custom design session, we set the budget and schedule an appointment a week or two later for the recipient to come in and begin the design process. We give the buyer a wooden box with a random 3D model in it, so when the recipient opens

it, they are surprised and a little confused. This prompts the buyer to explain that he or she has the opportunity to come see us and design the piece that he or she has always dreamed of making.” For the last-minute shoppers, Indy Facets Private Jeweler also keeps a selection of unique in-stock pieces, created or curated by Goodyear with a variety of price options. “We have a little bit of something for everybody,” Goodyear stated. “We also keep up on the latest trends, and it has been suggested that this year’s Pantone color

is going to be coral-colored stones. We love color and have mountains of colored stones to choose from.” When it comes to engagement rings, Goodyear emphasized that buyers should look at more classic and timeless designs as trends come and go. “It’s a ring that you’re going to have forever,” he said. “Keep it simple, classic and timeless.” If you are considering a custom design experience with Indy Facets Private Jeweler and giving the one that you love a truly unique and memorable gift on Valentine’s Day, Goodyear recommends making your appointment as soon as possible. The standard timeframe for a custom piece is approximately four to five weeks. For all other jewelry services, appointments are recommended to ensure the impeccable personal service that clients of Indy Facets Private Jeweler are accustomed to. Indy Facets is located at 755 W. Carmel Dr. Suite 116 in Carmel. You can schedule an appointment or get more info by calling 317-810-1665 or visit indyfacets.com

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new people attending these fun evenings of entertainment with an important mission. That support allowed us to donate almost $75,000 in 2018 to four local organizations helping kids and families in need. We expect the 2019 season to be our best to date, and we will continue to do all the good we can, in all the ways we can, for as many people as we can, for as long as we can,” said Bruce Kidd, cofounder of CFAC. Visit indyconcertsforacause.org for more information on the event.

Date: January 26 Location: Lucas Estate, 1143 W. 116th St. Reception with food and drinks: 6-7 p.m. Concerts: 7-9:30 p.m.

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“If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” – Benjamin Franklin While these words of wisdom by Benjamin Franklin are nearly 300 years old, they are as true to today as they were when spoken by Franklin. However, many of us think we are simply too busy with our lives to do any planning until it’s simply too late. One of the most common reasons people fail to plan is because they either don’t know where to start or how to begin. If you fall into either of these categories, you should simply contact Katie Charleston, a local attorney with experience in helping people plan for the needs of their family or business.

harleston was born and raised in Orange County, California. She and her family recently moved to Carmel after falling in love with the area while she accompanied her husband

on a business trip to the area. Charleston is licensed to practice law in Nevada, California, Texas and Indiana. Professionally, Charleston excelled in law school and received a law degree from the University of Pacific, Mc-

George School of Law. After a short stint in the Ventura County District Attorney’s office, Charleston went in-house to be General Counsel for a construction-related business for eight years. As General Counsel, she stepped into a

position where much of her time was spent managing the many lawsuits in which the company was unfortunately involved. In that position, Charleston saw firsthand what can happen if a business fails to plan properly.

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While Charleston enjoyed working with the executives in the role of General Counsel, she always wanted to be the kind of lawyer that helped people. With that in mind, Charleston began concentrating her practice within the Wealth Management area that includes both business and estate planning. As Charleston began doing more work in the area of estate planning, she discovered a book written by Alexis Martin Neely, “Wear Clean Underwear!” Neely’s book is described as an essential guide to legal planning for busy parents, and it has catapulted Neely into becoming one of the nation’s top advisors in the area of family financial planning. Neely’s book had a significant impact on Charleston, and as a result, she reached out to Neely. The two have become friends, and Neely has even become a mentor to help Charleston to develop her practice to a more relationship-based model as opposed to the traditional transactional model. Charleston feels so strongly in the importance of the message on family financial planning in Neely’s book that she offers a free copy to prospective clients through her website. Most typical estate planners use a transactional-based relationship where the client contacts and then consults with the attorney who prepares the documents for a plan and charges an hourly rate for the services. In this scenario, chances are the client may never actually fund the plan or ever make any changes to the plan as laws change and life circum-

stances change. In Charleston’s relationship-based practice, the contact between her and the client is not just a one-time experience. Charleston works hard to make it an ongoing relationship where the client is receiving regular communications from Charleston in the form of a regular newsletter and is also offered a complimentary review of their plan every three years. Charleston offers three different packages that each have a single flat fee rate from which a client can choose, depending on the level of planning that fits the needs of the client. In addition to the various legal documents, Charleston provides her clients an easy-to-understand color-coded chart to help them understand the structure behind the planning. Charleston offers plans that allow the client to reach out to her as many times as they like with questions at no additional charge. In addition to family financial planning, Charleston also utilizes her knowledge and experience gained as former General Counsel to offer business planning services. While business planning and family financial planning might seem quite different, in most instances where the bulk of the family income and assets are derived from a family-owned business, the two are inextricably intertwined. Proper business planning helps assure that there are ample assets and sufficient cash to fund the family financial plan. Charleston is uniquely qualified to provide both the family and business plan advice.

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Actress and singer Megan Hilty first gained fame on Broadway as Glinda the Good Witch in “Wicked,” Doralee Rhodes in “9 to 5: The Musical” and Brooke Ashton in “Noises Off,” which earned her Tony Award and Drama Desk Award nominations. She went on to light up TV screens as triplethreat Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama “Smash” and Liz in NBC’s “Sean Saves the World,” along with recurring roles on “The Good Wife,” “Louie” and “Girlfriends’ Guide to Divorce.” Her acclaimed solo concerts feature songs from “Smash,” her own recordings, the world of musical theater and The Great American Songbook. Don’t miss Megan Hilty at the Palladium on Friday, February 15, 2019, at 8 p.m. To purchase tickets, visit thecenterpresents.org.

At what age did you and/or your family realize that you had a musical gift? How was that gift nurtured throughout your childhood? My mother said I was just always singing for as long as she can remember. My parents were never stereotypical “stage parents,” so they never pushed me to do anything theatrical. But they were always incredibly supportive whenever I expressed interest in studying music or getting involved in theatrical productions. Do you recall your first on-stage performance? What play/musical was it, and what role did you play? I don’t remember how old I was exactly, but I was very young when I did a youth theater performance of “Oliver” – I played Bet. I had one speaking line, one solo-singing line and I had to kiss Oliver on the cheek ... it was a VERY big deal! We all have role models and people who have inspired us throughout our lives and careers. Who is one of your role models that continues to influence you the most today? Definitely Bernadette Peters. I’ve always been in love with her as a performer, but when I had the chance to work with her on

“Smash,” I got to see for myself what an incredible person she is

What do you enjoy about performing for live audiences the most? I love that very primal exchange of energy and feeling like I’m sharing a real moment with the audience. And when it’s live, anything can happen! No two shows will ever be exactly the PALLADIUM PERFORMER same, and I love that.

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offstage/screen, and now I love her even more.

You got your first big break after college in your Broadway debut as Glinda in “Wicked.” What was that experience like for you as you look back? It was huge. That show changed my life in so many ways. It brought incredible people into my life and catapulted my career out of college. What advice would you give up-andcoming talent like our Great American Songbook Academy kids, specifically when it comes to professional auditions and landing their first big role? I have two pieces of advice: 1. Do everything you can in the theater – build sets, costumes, be in the backstage crew, take tickets, clean the theater, work in the box office ... This way, you can understand that you are a small piece in a very big puzzle. It takes a LOT of people to put on a show, and just because you’re the one in the spotlight, it doesn’t mean your job is more important than anyone else’s – and the best way to really learn that is to do those other jobs. 2. Just be nice. Period.

You are balancing a career in TV, movies, singing/recording and live performances as a wife, mother and talented human being. How do you balance the work/life routine? My husband and I are constantly trying to navigate our work and life because it’s constantly changing. The great thing is that I have an incredible partner (in my husband), and we figure it out together! What will the concert be like for attendees? Will you perform songs from The Great American Songbook? It’ll be a mix of songs from Broadway, “Smash” and definitely a few from The Great American Songbook! What production and role would you like to be in that you haven’t yet? [Bucket list role] Mrs. Lovett in “Sweeney Todd.” When you are not recording, acting, performing and being a wife and mother, what do you like to do to unwind and relax? Ummm ... when I get some time to unwind, I’ll let you know! Ha!

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Frederick Stahly:

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The next time that you sit down and watch NBC’s “Chicago Fire” or when you watch the box office hit “A Star is Born” with Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, stop for a moment and listen to the audio and background sound effects. You’ll be listening to some of the work of Carmel’s own Frederick (Fred) Stahly.

tahly is a dialogue editor whose resume consists of well over 100 films – many award-winning films and TV shows – that include the aforementioned award-winning NBC series and Oscar-nominated film. A Purdue graduate and native of South Bend, Stahly originally studied engineering before changing his major, which led him to work with Purdue’s Theater department. “As a teenager in high school, I was always interested in audio and music,” Stahly shared. “I probably spend 90 percent of my time [at Purdue] in my professor’s basement studio. I learned most of my education from him. He had the first digital workstation in the local area, and he recorded Indy bands and commercials. This was in the early ‘90s when digital

was just becoming affordable.” After graduating from Purdue in 1993, Stahly followed his dream to Orlando, Florida, where he enrolled at Full Sail University and successfully completed the university’s Recording Arts bachelor’s degree. “It wasn’t until I was at Full Sail that I realized that I wanted to do post-sound [production],” Stahly said. “I remember I had a post-production project that I loved doing and spent more time on than I should have. I was also working in one of the technical offices fixing equipment because I can solder and all that stuff. There was a graduate of Full Sail who had graduated before me who worked in the same office and got an internship for a company called Soundeluxe in Orlando. He was like, ‘You’ve got to check this out,’ so late one night, he let me in and I got to CARMEL MONTHLY

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see all the stuff they were doing, all the digital equipment. I was like, ‘I’ve got to be here.’” Stahly wasted no time turning in his resume to Soundeluxe where he was granted access and permission to “hang out,” but they did not hire him until he had completed his program at Full Sail. “I developed my hacky sack skills with the other editors,” Stahly quipped. “And as soon as I graduated, I did an internship with them [Soundeluxe]. They would get spillover work from LA if LA got too busy. I got to work on movies like ‘True Lies,’ ‘Braveheart,’ ‘Pocahontas,’ ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ and stuff like that right out of school.” He added, “We worked on a lot of low budget stuff like student films and independent films, and that’s where you

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really learn your chops and technique.” Fast forward, Stahly married and is raising a family in Carmel while he continues to work on film and television projects – a balance that he admits can be challenging. But with the support of his family and the advancement of technology, he can work a lot of the time in his own studio basement. He went on to explain in more detail just exactly what it is he does and how it goes from his laptop to the final product with seamless dialogue audio and sound effects that audiences enjoy without thinking about the painstaking processes that go on behind-the-scenes. “We [dialogue editors] are on the backside of production,” Stahly explained. “At the point that we get it, the picture editor is editing the film, and he or she cuts together the scenes that he or she wants. During or after that process, they give us those scenes of the movie.” Perhaps you are familiar with Foley Art? Foley (named after sound effects artist Jack Foley) is the reproduction of everyday sound effects that are added to film or video in post-production to enhance audio quality. Before the digital age, these effects were created by hand with various props. Today, modern technology has vastly improved capabilities but has also set production standards at an all-time high throughout the film and television industries. “Our tools have gotten a lot better, but the expectation has gotten higher. The work must be done better and faster,” Stahly expressed. “Even with better tools, there’s only so much you can fix sometimes. If your noise level is higher than your speaking level, it’s not going to work.” Stahly shared that there are a lot of little details that go into his editing in terms of sound effects and background ambiance. Every detail from wind and birds to jets flying overhead, there are a lot of sounds that either need to be projected or, in some cases, completely eliminated from the scene. “There might be a production scene that is really noisy, and the production team wants to save it, so we have to ‘denoise’ it,” he explained. “I worked on the film ‘The Hateful Eight’ directed by Quentin Tarantino, and it was shot in

modern day but was supposed to take place in the 1850s. They shot some of the scenes in a commercial freezer because they wanted the actors’ faces to be cold and numb and wanted that natural breath that comes from being in frigid air instead of using CGI (computer-generated imagery) breath.” According to Stahly, the freezers were kept at 25 degrees and were creating a buzz or hum in the background. He added, “That was one of the most challenging films because of having to remove that.” While Stahly can enjoy the luxury of working from his laptop and headphones pretty much anywhere there is a solid Wi-Fi connection, there are projects that, for security purposes, require him to fly out to LA and work at whatever studio has hired him. “Technically, I can do everything from my house in Carmel,” he said. “But security-wise, with the bigger budget films, the studios want more control of the content that goes in and comes out. I probably do three to four major projects a year and go back to LA for two to three weeks at a time.” Currently, Stahly is working on the award-winning NBC series “Chicago Fire” and is able to work remotely from his home in Carmel. “It’s a big show with viewership of something like seven million viewers a week,” he said. “The timeline and the scale of this show is huge, and sometimes the production value isn’t there, so a lot of things need to be fixed in post-production. The production team has seven days to shoot it, 10-14 days to edit the picture and we’ve [sound department] has seven days to edit that and three days to mix it. Each scene is challenging, and there are several scenes that are noisy.” He explained that many of the scenes are shot on location throughout Chicago, so you’ve got jets flying overhead, boats in Lake Michigan, sirens in the background and other on-site audio challenges that involve the actor’s microphone or lack-thereof that call for the actor’s voice to be “revoiced.” Stahly added, “All of the fire scenes are revoiced because the actors have on masks and breathing apparatuses.” Over the decades, Stahly has worked CARMEL MONTHLY

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on films ranging in every genre, like comedy (“The Proposal”), action/adventure (“Divergent”), action/thriller (“Fast and Furious”), action/sci-fi (“Green Lantern”), horror (“Halloween II”), drama/romance (“The Lake House”) and so many more. He received a 2003 Primetime Emmy Awards nomination for Outstanding Sound Editing for a Miniseries, Movie or a Special for “Live from Baghdad” and has received a Golden Reel in 2002 for Best Sound Editing for “A Texas Funeral,” another in 2008 for Best Sound Editing for “The Bourne Ultimatum” and received another Golden Reel in 2012 for Best Sound Editing for his work on “Need for Speed: The Run.” Perhaps we will see another nomination or award presented to Stahly and his colleagues for their recent work on last year’s releases: “Instant Family” starring Mark Wahlberg and “A Star is Born” directed by and starring Bradley Cooper and co-starring Lady Gaga. “I came into the tail of that film [A Star is Born],” Stahl humbly stated. “Kira Roessler was the main ADR/dialogue supervisor. She called me by the time they had completed most of the sound and editorial.” Nonetheless, Stahly’s keen ear contributed to the final product, and he got to see the chemistry created by Cooper and Gaga in scenes that never made the final cut. Lucky him! “Bradley [Cooper] was very specific about how he wanted his vocal quality as the director as well as an actor,” Stahly shared. “I can tell you that all the performances were unbelievable and outstanding.” When asked if he thinks his choice of occupation is any more or less challenging, he replied, “I am technically a freelancer, but I am in a union in California and have worked with the same group of people for the last 15-20 years through different incarnations of companies. The Formosa Group came out of Soundeluxe, so I’ve been working with a lot of people from that same group. I bounce from Formosa, Universal Studios, Technicolor VFX, Sony, etc. In my line of work, it’s who you know and what you know that keeps you there. It’s not really any different from any other line of work.”

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Have you ever considered being a volunteer advocate for children involved in court proceedings in Hamilton County, Indiana? The Hamilton County Guardian Ad Litem (GAL)/Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) Program was established to advocate for the best interests of the children involved in court proceedings in the county. The Hamilton County GAL/CASA is in need of volunteers, with and without legal training, to assist with the growing need of advocates.

hen children are involved in court cases, the judge may choose a GAL or CASA to look out for the child’s interests and welfare. GAL/CASA volunteers are the “eyes and ears of the court.” A GAL/CASA volunteer’s purpose is to act for the child in the courtroom, deal with social services and be the voice for the child in cases of family crisis. The GAL/CASA protects the child’s safety and interests throughout the entirety of the case, whether it is a divorce, paternity, guardianship, abuse, neglect or juvenile

delinquency-related case. Funding for the Hamilton County GAL/CASA Program is generated primarily by Hamilton County with some expenses covered by the State of Indiana and through grants. Parties may be required to reimburse the GAL Program for services rendered. Hamilton County GAL/CASA Program Director Shelley Haymaker explained the process and training involved to become a GAL or CASA. Haymaker oversees the GAL/CASA Programs for both Hamilton and neighboring Tipton counties.

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“The biggest commitment that we ask of the volunteers and our goal is that we have one case [with] one CASA and one case [with] one GAL,” Haymaker said. “We try to keep the same advocate on that case, and people need to understand that a case could go on for a year or two years, but we don’t want our person to change from start to finish on a case for the benefit of the child. The GAL or CASA will meet with the child a minimum of once a month, though some will meet more frequently, depending on the GAL or CASA and the case.”

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The biggest commitment that we ask of the volunteers and our goal is that we have one case [with] one CASA and one case [with] one GAL” Haymaker explained that the training takes place on the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department campus in Noblesville. Potential GAL/CASA volunteers must complete a 32-hour training course during evenings and weekends. Individuals will go through criminal record checks and need to be able to complete the required reporting on time. A prospective volunteer must be able to dedicate the time to contact the child and travel to homes and facilities related to the child. It is important to note that GAL/CASA volunteers must be able to attend court hearings if required during the case but will never have to enter the

courtroom without representation. “The unique thing about our county is that we have an attorney matched up with every advocate,” Haymaker stated. “Our laypeople and even our attorney advocates will have an attorney representing them in a hearing.” Haymaker trains laypeople to work on abuse and neglect cases and trains licensed lawyers for the divorce, paternity and guardianship cases. “For their training, attorneys who volunteer receive a free CLE credit, but they have to commit to taking a case or two as part of the program,” she explained. “The program has grown a lot since I came on as director in 2000.” Haymaker attributes the growing number of cases and children in need of advocates to the growing population but specifically to the growing number of cases directly related to the drug addiction crisis throughout Hamilton and Tipton counties. Her team consists of her colleagues, Adele (Addie) Wood, Casandra (Casi) Nelson and Cathy Brownson. Together, they

divide and conquer the caseload and train incoming volunteers. “Addie and Casi represent the advocates who work the abuse and neglect cases,” Haymaker said. “Kathy and I work with the GALs. We will be posting our new training program for 2019 soon. If people are seriously interested in learning more about our GAL/CASA program and in becoming a volunteer, I would encourage them to check out our Facebook pages for Hamilton County GAL/CASA and Tipton County CASA. They can also watch our videos on YouTube – just search ‘Shelley Haymaker.’” For more information on how to become a GAL or CASA volunteer, visit hamcogalprogram.com or email Shelley Haymaker at attyshell@att.net.

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The Carmel High School (CHS) Marching Greyhounds’ legacy is a nationally renowned and highly respected one. The Marching Greyhounds earned their third straight Bands of America National Championship title last fall under the direction of its Director of Bands Michael (Mike) Pote and Associate Directors Chris Kreke, Andy Cook and Kyle Young.

e sat down with Pote and Young to discuss how the program began under the vision and leadership of Pote’s predecessor, Richard Saucedo, and how it has managed to continue to grow and succeed under the current directorship. A visionary and internationally renowned freelance arranger and composer, Saucedo has released numerous marching band and choral arrangements as well as concert band and orchestral works that have been performed by middle and high school bands and college and university groups all over the world. He began teach-

ing at CHS in 1983, bringing the Carmel Band program to new heights of success and growth before his retirement in 2013. The foundation on which he built the program is meticulously cared for by his mentees who worked alongside him, Pote, Kreke and Cook. Young, who is going on his sixth year with CHS, was brought in as an associate director when Pote stepped into the role of Director of Bands but was raised on stories about Saucedo and the Marching Greyhounds in the band world. “I grew up a fan of the Carmel Band program,” Young said. “It was a wellknown organization even then in the

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late ‘90s/early 2000s. It was a program that I looked up to and tried to emulate with the program that I was previously with in Mason, Ohio. I feel very lucky to be here [Carmel] and enjoy very much working with the team.” Pote credits Young’s contributions and “young energy” for many of the program’s improvements over the last few years. “While we [the program] were certainly at a level of quality before Kyle came to the program, there are a lot of things that improved in the program as a direct result of Kyle’s energy and skills,” Pote said. “I was hired by Mr. Saucedo in 1993 but knew him long before I came here to work with him. Mr. Saucedo’s first teaching job was in Mt. Vernon, Indiana. I was a freshman, and he was my first high school band director. He brought me on as a college student, teaching in the summers and at band camps. When a position opened up at CHS in ‘93, he called me up and asked me to consider taking it.” Pote, Kreke and Cook all taught under Saucedo, and each has been with the CHS Band program for more than 20 years. “When Mr. Saucedo retired, he certainly left us with a vehicle that was already well on its way,” Pote emphasized. “It was a solid program in terms of what we do with marching and concert band, jazz ensembles, our chamber groups and solo performance opportunities. The program has expanded in the last five to six years, but it was already a well-oiled machine prior to that.” Pote and Young expressed that Saucedo left the next generation of directors with a well-ingrained philosophy that the concept of excellence is the goal for the program, not material gains like trophies and awards.

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“The goal is for every kid in the band program to have a great experience,” Pote said. “We are constantly looking to see if every kid feels like a part of the ‘family.’ Are they being encouraged to be as great as they can be in terms of everything they do? For instance, how they play their instrument is important, but we also look at how they interact with each other and how they interact with the parents who are involved and important to our program. Additionally, we look at how they interact with the school administration, which is also important to our program.” Both Pote and Young emphasized that the CHS administration and staff, along with the parents and community members, are key to the program’s continued success. “One of the reasons why we’re able to do what we do here is because everything is supported by the administration, the parents and the community,” Young said. “Everything at CHS operates at a high level, but everything is well-supported.” Pote attributes the directors’, staff and students’ strong work ethic and endless pursuit of achievement and improvement to Saucedo’s legacy. “It is our [the directors’] responsibility now,” Pote said. “Mr. Saucedo built it, and three of us were there along the way helping to support it, but now, we are responsible for keeping the program moving forward and looking at what we can be doing better and what more we can be offering the kids.” Pote stressed that the program’s success takes a mas-

sive team effort. The marching band has four directors and up to 30 individuals who are involved in the instructional aspect of the marching band alone. The CHS Band program has close to 600 students involved today compared to the 190 in 1993 when Pote came to CHS. In 1993, the program had 180 students in the marching band – today, there are 310. The program has also grown its jazz bands from one-and-a-half to five jazz ensembles, from two concert bands to seven and from having no winter guard to three winter guards. “I always say that size is our strength, not our weakness,” Pote said. “The size of the school allows us to offer things to students that a smaller school can’t. We have three of the best middle school band programs in the country feeding one high school, and I think that’s why we have such a high level of interest in our program.” Young added, “We don’t audition or cut students in the marching band, and we don’t have alternates.” Regardless of the size of the program, Pote stressed that between the four directors, hopefully the students know that they have someone that they can talk to and ask for help, whether its band-related or just for general guidance and/or assistance. “There are 600 kids in band here, and it’s a 600-piece puzzle,” Pote analogized. “If one of them isn’t there, we never get to see the whole picture together. The four of us work to have a connection with the kids. One of our goals is to make sure that not only are the kids playing well but that

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we are creating those interpersonal relationships and taking care of the kids.” When asked where they would like to see the program in another 20-30 years, they each emphasized that they hope the program continues to strive to be the best that it can be. “Excellence was one of the things that Mr. Saucedo brought to the program,” Pote said. “He taught us to always do everything as well as we can. I’d like to think that’s what we will continue to do 20-30 years from now and still be looking for

what comes next.” Young added, “Saucedo is a once in a generation teacher with a unique skill set. I think we are all trying to emulate him, and we want to make him proud of what we are doing. He’s still involved and writes the marching band music and comes back to work with the groups.” When asked why he thought it was still important for his predecessor to visit and assist his former program, Pote simply replied, “This is still his baby.”

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