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About Hal Winer

Hal is a Grammy-nominated music producer, audio engineer and mixer. He’s developed an uncommonly diverse skill set as a studio industry veteran and accomplished lifelong musician; a blending of musical, technical and acoustical knowledge accumulated over decades. He lends an acute musical sensibility and a unique creative approach to every project.

In the early 2000’s, after nearly a decade working in various commercial studios, Hal envisioned and built BiCoastal Music, an intimate, world-class recording and mix facility located in Westchester County, NY. As owner-proprietor and house engineer – he provided services to major labels and private clients. The studio was known for its aesthetics, acoustics, privacy, comfort and cutting edge technology. BiCoastal hosted many top artists, producers and engineers in what was arguably one of the finest private recording facilities in the world. Have a look see .. BiCoastal Music

In 2014, Hal closed the studio and moved to Los Angeles where he continues to produce, mix, and provide studio consulting for a wide variety of clients and artists.

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BiCoastal Music, Ossining NY, 2002-2014

Audio Portfolio

Featured Tracks.

After collaborating on countless songs for so many artists in vastly different genres, it’s tough to pick out tracks that necessarily represent one’s sensibilities. But here’s a purposefully diverse sampling of some of my favorite projects in no particular order or claim to fame. 

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Audio Portfolio

Featured Tracks.

After working on countless songs for so many artists in vastly different genres, it’s tough to pick out tracks that necessarily represent one’s sensibilities. But here’s a sampling of some of my favorite projects in no particular order or claim to fame.
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Love Comes Tumbling Down

by KJ Denhert | KJ Denhert (vocals & guitar), Ray Levier (drums), Mamadou Ba (bass), Etienne Stadwijk (keys)

Ocala

by Jonah Smith | Produced by Jonah Smith. From The Album "Stay Close"

Something to Be (Downtown Version)

by Rob Thomas | Produced by Matt Serletic. Rob Thomas (vocals), Matt Serletic (keys), Matt Beck (guitar), Omar Hakim (drums), Al Carty (bass)

Dame Una Sonrisa

by Henry Santos | Along with his brothers, Henry is a founding member of the band Aventura, one of the most influential Latin groups of all time. Here's a track from his first solo release.

Feathers from an Angel's Wings

by Michael Franks | Michael Franks (vocals), Clifford Carter (keys), Joe Bonadio (drums), Mark Egan (bass), Chuck Loeb (guitar)

Piece

by Dave Cavalier | Produced by Hal Winer. Dave Cavalier (vocals & guitars), Chris Infusino (drums), Whynot Jansveld (bass), Ren Patrick & Cori Elliott (bvx), Hal Winer (keys)

Future vs History

by Garfield Mayor | Produced by Rob Thomas

The Shot Heard Round The World

by Tim Piper | Produced by Hal Winer. Tim Piper (guitars & vocal), Greg Piper (bass & bvx), Morley Bartnoff (piano & bvx), Gregg Bissonette (drums), Clifford Carter (b3 & strings), Kat Raio (bvx)

Mean To Me

by Fred E. Ahlert and Roy Turk | Produced by Francois Moutin & Hal Winer. Francois Moutin (bass), Anne Sila (vocals), Lew Soloff (trumpet)

The Shadow of Your Smile

by Johnny Mandel | Produced by KJ Denhert & Hal Winer. KJ Denhert (vocals & guitar), Francois Moutin (bass), Etienne Stadwijk (piano)

Little White Bow

by Dave Cavalier | Produced by Hal Winer. Dave Cavalier (vocals & guitars), Chris Infusino (drums), Whynot Jansveld (bass), Ren Patrick & Cori Elliott (backing vocals), Marshall McDaniel (cello)

Weight of the World

by Live Society | Produced by Jeff Miller & Hal Winer.

Falling in Low Tide

by Jonah Smith | Tim Lefebvre (bass), Jonah Smith (everything else)

It's Gotta Come From You

by Live Society | Produced by Jeff Miller & Hal Winer.

The Blowoff

by The Phibes | Produced by Charles Compo & Hal Winer.

Blossom

by James Taylor | Produced by Jack Wilkins & Jeff Barone. Jack Wilkins (guitar), Jon Cowherd (keys), Steve LaSpina (bass), Mark Ferber (drums), Samuel Torres (percusion), Jeff Barone (guitar)

Fine'

Produced by Phil Markowitz. Phil Markowitz (keys), Adam Nussbaum (drums), Jay Anderson (bass)

All In One

by Shunzo Ohno | Produced by Shunzo & Clifford Carter. Shunzo Ohno (trumpet), Clifford Carter (keys), Vic Juris (guitar), Dave Anderson (bass), Thiery Arpino (drums)

Lazy Afternoon

by Jerome Moross | Arrangement and vocal by Steve Miller, John Colliani (piano), Gordy Knudtsen (drums), Gary Mazzaroppi (bass), Howard Alden (guitar).

Dangerous World

Produced by Hal Winer. Clifford Carter (keys), Joe Bonadio (drums), Jack Daley (bass), Russ DeSalvo (guitar) Kat Raio (bvx), Hal Winer (vocal arrangement & percussion)

Deep River

by Tyrone Birkett | Produced by Tyrone Birkett.

Blues For My Shoes

by Adam Rafferty | Produced by Adam Rafferty

Open The Door Ruby

by Malcolm Gold | Produced by Hal Winer. Malcolm Gold (bass & vocals), Matt Beck (guitars), Joe Bonadio (drums)

Crazy

by Patsy Cline | Produced by Roger Cohen, Carter Calvert (vocal), Jim West (piano), Brian Glassman (bass), Roger Cohen (drums)

Beautiful

by KJ Denhert | Produced by KJ Denhert. KJ Denhert (vocals & guitar), Nicky Denner (piano), Jennifer Vincent (bass)

Emagenery Music

Featured Tracks.

John Durrill is a prolific American songwriter. He is perhaps best known as an original member of the band “The Five Americans” and a joining member of “The Ventures,” who were inducted to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2008. Besides writing #1 songs and touring with these legendary bands, JD has written many hits over the years for artists such as Cher, Frank Sinatra, Chicago, Bette Midler, Reba, Merle Haggard, Fats Domino, Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee, Ray Charles, Ali Woodson (of the Temptations), The Everly Brothers, and others. His songwriting skills are legendary, and he’s turning out new material regularly, writing for new artists and film.

 

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All songs produced by Hal Winer & John Durrill. Recorded, arranged and mixed by Hal Winer.

I Fall In Love Again

by John Durrill | Featuring: JD - Vocals and Keyboards, Hal - Bass, Drums, Percussion, Guitars, Additional Keys.

Nothing Like Falling In Love

by John Durrill | Featuring: JD - Vocals and Piano, Hal - Bass, Drums, Percussion.

Heartbeat

by John Durrill | Featuring: JD - Vocals and Keyboards, Hal - Bass, Drums, Percussion, Guitars, Additional Keys.

Something About You

by John Durrill | Featuring: JD - Vocals and Keyboards, Hal - Bass, Drums, Percussion, Guitars, Additional Keys.

Million Miles to Go

by John Durrill | Featuring: JD - Vocals and Keyboards, Hal - Bass, Drums, Percussion, Guitars, Additional Keys.

Love is a Dream

by John Durrill | Featuring: Lou Pardini - Lead Vocals & Piano Leads, JD - Backing Vocals and Keyboards, Hal - Bass, Drums, Percussion, Guitars, Additional Keys.

Annabel Lee

by John Durrill | Featuring: JD - Vocals and Keyboards, Hal - Bass, Drums, Percussion, Additional Keys.

Octavia

by John Durrill | Featuring: JD - Vocals and Keyboards, Hal - Bass, Percussion, Guitars, Additional Keys.

Name dropping – Some notorious cats who have worked with Hal

(and a few groovy session pix from Hal’s former NY lair)
artists bands vocals

Artists / Bands / Vocals

Bjork, Carter Calvert, Chicago, KJ Denhert, John Durrill, Eden Espinosa, Ethel, Michael Franks, Kaya, Nigel Kennedy, Alan Menken, Steve Miller, NY Phil Woodwind Quintet, Robert Randolf, Henry Santos, Kate Taylor, Joy Rose, Thalia, Rob Thomas, Allen Toussaint, Joe Lynn Turner, LeeHom Wang, The Yellowjackets, Z02

Bass

Jeffrey Allen, Dave Anderson, Jay Anderson, Mamadou Ba, Tom Barney, Jerry Brooks, Al “Boogie” Carty, Pat Carroll, Luques Curtis, Jack Daley, Mark Egan, Christian Fabian, Brian Glassman, Malcolm Gold, Eddie Gomez, Jimmy Haslip, Whynot Jansveld, Neil Jason, Tim Lefabvre, Steve LaSpina, Tony Levin, Per Mathisen, Gary Mazzaroppi, Francois Mouton, John Patitucci, Mark Peterson, Dave Patrick, Rufus Reid, Ben Rubin, Lincoln Schleifer, John Siegler, Gene Torres, Mike Visceglia, Reggie Young

Drums

Thierry Arpino, Rosa Avila, Marcus Baylor, Gregg Bisonette, Joe Bonadio, Keith Carlock, Michael Cartellone, Roger Cohen, Clint DeGanon, Jack Dejohnette, Jay Dittamo, Marko Djordjevic, Vincent Ector, Abe Fogle, Camille Gaynor, Omar Hakim, Rodney Holmes, Chris Infusino, Billy Kilson, Gordy Knudtsen, Ray Levier, Darren Lyons, Tony Moreno, Adam Nussbaum, Jason Patterson, John Reilly, Joel Rosenblatt, Michael Sciotto, Terry Silverlight, Gregg Sulzer, Hyorki Valderrama, Frank Vilardi, Doug Yowell, Nir Z

Guitar

Howard Alden, Jeff Barone, Matt Beck, Thad DeBrock, Warren Haynes, Mark Hitt, Mitch Holder, Vic Juris, Duke Levine, Chuck Loeb, Nick Moroch, Oz Noy, Adam Rafferty, Arlen Roth, Frank Romano, Larry Saltzman, Marc Shulman, Ira Siegel, David Spinozza, Andy Stack, Mitch Stein, Mike Stern, Jack Wilkins

Horns

Tyrone Birkett, Randy & Michael Brecker, Ted Daniels, Bill Evans, Aaron Heick, Ole Mathisen, Mike Migliore, Bob Mintzer, Shunzo Ohno, Jim Pugh, Gary Smulyan, Lew Soloff, Chris Washburne

Keys

Clifford Carter, John Colianni, John Cowherd, Zaccai Curtis, Jonathan Feldman, Russell Ferrante, Benny Harrison, Bill Walker, Manu Koch, Phil Markowitz, Barry Miles, Jeff Miller, Soren Moller, Bill O’Connell, Tyson Rogers, Greg Royals, David Sancious, Dave Shank (Vibes), Jonah Smith, Etienne Stadwijk, Billy Stein, Jim West, Harriet Wingreen, Zen Zadravec

percussion

Percussion

Richie Barshay, Bashiri, Mino Cinelu, Richie Florez, Renato Thoms, Samuel Torres

Producers & Engineers

Marlan Barry, Daryl Bornstein, Rich Breen, Silas Brown, Russ DeSalvo, Mark Dobson, Neil Dorfsman, Tom Durack, Mick Guzauski, Scott Hull, Rick Jacobsohn, Phil Magnotti, Lawrence Manchester, Tommy Mottola, Jay Newland, Roger Nichols, Phil Ramone, Matt Serletic, Dave Thoener, Gary Tole, Tim Weston

Strings & Woodwinds

Cornelius Dufallo, Ralph Farriss, Robert Langevin, Dorothy Lawson, Judy LeClair, Martha Mooke, Mark Nuccio, Erik Ralske, Mary Rowell, Patricia Santos, Sherry Sylar, Dave Valentin, Mary Wooten

Testimonials

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I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with producer/engineer/studio owner Hal Winer for over a decade.  Many of my clients, past and present, have also had the pleasure of working at his studio including Phil Ramone, Mick Guzauski, Kevin Killen and Jay Newland.   Mr. Winer is well-known and, better yet, well respected for being conscientious, reliable and brilliant in his unique ability to create an enviable environment for recording.  His former upstate New York facility, BiCoastal Music, was a perfect example of a studio that was both a great recording space as well as a warm and inviting room to create and record sensational music.  The diverse array of professionals I've spoken to have all felt it was one of the finer rooms they had ever worked in !   As to Mr. Winer's character, it is simply impeccable.  In addition to knowing and working with him as a professional, I have had the absolute joy of knowing Hal and his late dad on a social basis.  Out time together ranks as some of the most warm and memorable moments in my life.  In closing, you couldn't ask for a finer person to do business with.  New York's loss is California's massive gain.

Joe D’Ambrosio

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-18T12:45:49-07:00

Joe D’Ambrosio

I have had the pleasure of knowing and working with producer/engineer/studio owner Hal Winer for over a decade.  Many of my clients, past and present, have also had the pleasure of working at his studio including Phil Ramone, Mick Guzauski, Kevin Killen and Jay Newland.   Mr. Winer is well-known and, better yet, well respected for being conscientious, reliable and brilliant in his unique ability to create an enviable environment for recording.  His former upstate New York facility, BiCoastal Music, was a perfect example of a studio that was both a great recording space as well as a warm and inviting room to create and record sensational music.  The diverse array of professionals I've spoken to have all felt it was one of the finer rooms they had ever worked in !   As to Mr. Winer's character, it is simply impeccable.  In addition to knowing and working with him as a professional, I have had the absolute joy of knowing Hal and his late dad on a social basis.  Out time together ranks as some of the most warm and memorable moments in my life.  In closing, you couldn't ask for a finer person to do business with.  New York's loss is California's massive gain.
My idea of amazing: the gear works, the engineer has great ears, skills, and can work quickly. I like the recording process to be as invisible as possible so everyone can concentrate on their job without delays or extraneous conversation. Hal Winer has engineered many of our sessions -- he has huge ears, and a high degree of integrity. He seems to only want one thing which is to make everyone involved happy, comfortable, and leave with the knowledge that the work sounds as good as it can, and he works endlessly to get it great. Consider me a very happy customer.

Joe Bonadio

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-18T12:10:05-07:00

Joe Bonadio

My idea of amazing: the gear works, the engineer has great ears, skills, and can work quickly. I like the recording process to be as invisible as possible so everyone can concentrate on their job without delays or extraneous conversation. Hal Winer has engineered many of our sessions -- he has huge ears, and a high degree of integrity. He seems to only want one thing which is to make everyone involved happy, comfortable, and leave with the knowledge that the work sounds as good as it can, and he works endlessly to get it great. Consider me a very happy customer.
Hal Winer has got something so special going on. I wish I had discovered him three or four CD's ago. There is efficiency built into every aspect of his work, artistically it all came together for me. A great experience from the moment we met!

KJ Denhert

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-18T12:47:17-07:00

KJ Denhert

Hal Winer has got something so special going on. I wish I had discovered him three or four CD's ago. There is efficiency built into every aspect of his work, artistically it all came together for me. A great experience from the moment we met!
In addition to his impressive 25+ year career as an engineer, producer and studio owner, Hal Winer has tremendous credibility for staying true to his vision and persevering at times when the odds were against him.  In the late 90's, when practically every major recording studio from coast to coast was collapsing in the wake of relentless technological advances and increasing overhead, Hal decided it was the perfect time to build one of the finest recording facilities in the world.  This venture required overcoming challenges that sometimes defied common sense, however, that is what Hal does.  Hal has earned the respect of musicians, colleagues and nay-sayers galore for his tangible accomplishments, not empty posturing or misguided notions – the truest measure of a person’s integrity, trustworthiness and expertise.  I have no doubt that Hal’s next venture will push the envelope yet again and set a new standard for the music business.

John Bates

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-23T14:04:37-07:00

John Bates

In addition to his impressive 25+ year career as an engineer, producer and studio owner, Hal Winer has tremendous credibility for staying true to his vision and persevering at times when the odds were against him.  In the late 90's, when practically every major recording studio from coast to coast was collapsing in the wake of relentless technological advances and increasing overhead, Hal decided it was the perfect time to build one of the finest recording facilities in the world.  This venture required overcoming challenges that sometimes defied common sense, however, that is what Hal does.  Hal has earned the respect of musicians, colleagues and nay-sayers galore for his tangible accomplishments, not empty posturing or misguided notions – the truest measure of a person’s integrity, trustworthiness and expertise.  I have no doubt that Hal’s next venture will push the envelope yet again and set a new standard for the music business.
I've known Hal for several years, and have been closely associated with his former recording studio in New York.  Hal is an enterprising and creative entrepreneur and recording engineer.   I worked on multiple projects at BiCoastal Music and I would have to say that this was one of the best sounding and feeling rooms in the NY area for recording live music.  Hal engineered many of these projects.  I always came away feeling like it was a wonderful experience.   Hal and company are a total groove to work with !  I can't say enough good things about Hal Winer.  He is a stand-up guy who stands by his word.  I will always be a client.

Bob Mintzer

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-18T12:53:19-07:00

Bob Mintzer

I've known Hal for several years, and have been closely associated with his former recording studio in New York.  Hal is an enterprising and creative entrepreneur and recording engineer.   I worked on multiple projects at BiCoastal Music and I would have to say that this was one of the best sounding and feeling rooms in the NY area for recording live music.  Hal engineered many of these projects.  I always came away feeling like it was a wonderful experience.   Hal and company are a total groove to work with !  I can't say enough good things about Hal Winer.  He is a stand-up guy who stands by his word.  I will always be a client.
Two years ago we recorded our debut CD at BiCoastal Music.  We cannot say enough about Hal Winer.  Rarely in this business do you fine someone who has the combination of expertise AND personality that Hal Winer possesses.  Hal has the awareness to know what is at stake when making a record, and immediately creates a warm and comfortable vibe.  That is something that cannot be overestimated.  His facility was 1st rate in every way, but it was Hal himself that really made it comfortable.  When it came time to get down to business at hand, not only was he quickly able to get beautiful sounds, but he also has outstanding ears and musical instincts.  Always diplomatic in his suggestions, but always right on the mark.  Our only complaint is that he moved to the west coast !

As for the CD, "Carter Calvert & the Roger Cohen Trio," it spent over 4 weeks on the CMJ National Jazz radio chart peaking at #13.  In addition, the CD enjoyed the #2 slot on the Top Jazz Adds Chart, including Top 10 Station charts in over 26 markets across the US and Canada.  It also garnered rave reviews from sources as prestigious as Jazz Times.  Considering that this was a self produced and independently release CD, that also speaks for Hal Winer's work.

Carter Calvert & Roger Cohen

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-21T16:40:33-07:00

Carter Calvert & Roger Cohen

Two years ago we recorded our debut CD at BiCoastal Music.  We cannot say enough about Hal Winer.  Rarely in this business do you fine someone who has the combination of expertise AND personality that Hal Winer possesses.  Hal has the awareness to know what is at stake when making a record, and immediately creates a warm and comfortable vibe.  That is something that cannot be overestimated.  His facility was 1st rate in every way, but it was Hal himself that really made it comfortable.  When it came time to get down to business at hand, not only was he quickly able to get beautiful sounds, but he also has outstanding ears and musical instincts.  Always diplomatic in his suggestions, but always right on the mark.  Our only complaint is that he moved to the west coast ! As for the CD, "Carter Calvert & the Roger Cohen Trio," it spent over 4 weeks on the CMJ National Jazz radio chart peaking at #13.  In addition, the CD enjoyed the #2 slot on the Top Jazz Adds Chart, including Top 10 Station charts in over 26 markets across the US and Canada.  It also garnered rave reviews from sources as prestigious as Jazz Times.  Considering that this was a self produced and independently release CD, that also speaks for Hal Winer's work.
To my good fortune, I met Hal Winer several months before his relocation to southern California. Hal Winer inhabits his proud corner of the music recording industry not as a fixture, but as a surprising variable. Hal’s keen musical ear, his ability to read and follow the written score make him initially a friend of any recording musician, but it’s his affection for bended notes and dissonant harmonies, odd cadence, and the unpredictable ride with those of us who dare to make a lasting, joyful noise that win for him complete trust.

Porter Smith

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-18T10:12:57-07:00

Porter Smith

To my good fortune, I met Hal Winer several months before his relocation to southern California. Hal Winer inhabits his proud corner of the music recording industry not as a fixture, but as a surprising variable. Hal’s keen musical ear, his ability to read and follow the written score make him initially a friend of any recording musician, but it’s his affection for bended notes and dissonant harmonies, odd cadence, and the unpredictable ride with those of us who dare to make a lasting, joyful noise that win for him complete trust.
I have been a studio and touring bassist as well as music producer and composer for the past 40 years and as such, I've had the opportunity to work with countless engineers worldwide.  A few years ago I was hired to play on a project that was being recorded at a gem of a studio in Ossining, NY called BiCoastal Music, owned and operated by my good friend Hal Winer.  To say I was impressed with Hal and his studio is a serious understatement.  Every detail of the studio was lovingly designed and maintained, from the equipment  to the sound treatments and instruments.  The sound in the studio was outstanding and the whole recording process was enhanced by Hal's legendary engineering and Pro Tools skills.  I was greatly disappointed when he decided to move to LA, because not only did I loose a good friend, but my favorite studio as well.   I look forward to getting out to LA at some point and cutting some tracks !!!

John Siegler

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-21T16:24:17-07:00

John Siegler

I have been a studio and touring bassist as well as music producer and composer for the past 40 years and as such, I've had the opportunity to work with countless engineers worldwide.  A few years ago I was hired to play on a project that was being recorded at a gem of a studio in Ossining, NY called BiCoastal Music, owned and operated by my good friend Hal Winer.  To say I was impressed with Hal and his studio is a serious understatement.  Every detail of the studio was lovingly designed and maintained, from the equipment  to the sound treatments and instruments.  The sound in the studio was outstanding and the whole recording process was enhanced by Hal's legendary engineering and Pro Tools skills.  I was greatly disappointed when he decided to move to LA, because not only did I loose a good friend, but my favorite studio as well.   I look forward to getting out to LA at some point and cutting some tracks !!!
Dear Hal, Thank you for helping us to be able to work with you in your gorgeous space. The work you have done to create it - the love, the sweat and the passion and expertise - is infused into the vibe. It's an ideal place to create and capture sound. You think that ETHEL lights up your studio and I say you and your studio light us up!! The more we played in the room the more relaxed and inspired we became. Having that kind of support is a bit new to us and quite an adjustment. It allows the group to explore a lighter and more subtle way of playing which has been a pet peeve of mine. You've created a monster- a little like seeing what it's like to play on a Strad, having made do with what you have and saying "it's ok!, I can make this work!" Now that you've introduced us to the Strad we sure do appreciate you working with us !!!!

Mary Rowell - Ethel

BiCoastal Music
2014-09-18T12:54:02-07:00

Mary Rowell - Ethel

Dear Hal, Thank you for helping us to be able to work with you in your gorgeous space. The work you have done to create it - the love, the sweat and the passion and expertise - is infused into the vibe. It's an ideal place to create and capture sound. You think that ETHEL lights up your studio and I say you and your studio light us up!! The more we played in the room the more relaxed and inspired we became. Having that kind of support is a bit new to us and quite an adjustment. It allows the group to explore a lighter and more subtle way of playing which has been a pet peeve of mine. You've created a monster- a little like seeing what it's like to play on a Strad, having made do with what you have and saying "it's ok!, I can make this work!" Now that you've introduced us to the Strad we sure do appreciate you working with us !!!!

Get in touch now to learn more.

(note: Don’t be alarmed by the strange address. The contact email is an alias in order to prevent spam. It’ll get to me)

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