I first saw this awesomeness when my friend Carrie shared it to my Facebook wall. From the YouTube description:
Here’s my tribute to my favorite songs on Star Wars! The neighbors are very supportive especially since I use the display to raise money for the poor and homeless through my church. A lot of people have been asking about how to donate to my church’s free dining program online – if that’s on your heart, please use this link and God bless!?
I find it funny that people say things like, ?what does this have to do with Christmas?? In all reality, what do any of our traditions have to really do with Christmas? There were no lights or even a tree to decorate when Jesus was born. I do this because it brings families together to enjoy something for free while raising thousands of dollars for those who are need. Jesus said, ?if you love me, obey my commands.? He told us to help those in need – and that’s why I do it and that’s what I think Christmas is really about.
Since 99% of the lights are LEDs, the electricity to run the show for the entire month is about $100. I sequenced the show using LOR, mixed the music/sound effects with Digital Performer, and filmed it using a 35′ lift 🙂 This is now my second year decorating. I built all the props using wood, metal, acrylic and corrugated plastic. I am a music/teacher director for a living (COVA Conservatory in Oakland and Centerville Presbyterian Church in Fremont), hence the massive instruments! If you look closely (especially during the Cantina song) the instruments are playing the real notes! The beams can be seen for miles but I went out of my way to avoid shining the beams on houses and flight paths. The guitar is 17′, the piano is 19′ and the drums are standard. About 12,500 channels running around 100,000 lights. Also, Come by and see it in person on the corner of Lafayette and Ruschin in Newark most nights from 6-10pm. Because of the light beams on the roof, I turn off the display in heavy rain. Fair use for educational purposes. Merry Christmas everyone!
Watch the video:
Here is the list of tracks, in order of the mix.
?Star Wars Main Title and the Arrival at Naboo? ? Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
?Duel of the Fates? ? Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
?Across the Stars (Love Theme)? ? Star Wars Episode II ? The Phantom Menace
?Battle of the Heroes? ? Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (Light Saber Fight)
?The Hologram; Binary Sunset? ? Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
?Cantina Band? ? Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
?Ben Kenobi’s Death/TIE Fighter Attack? ? Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope (TIE Fighter Crash)
?The Imperial March (Darth Vader’s Theme)? ? Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back
?Victory Celebration, End Title? ? Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi
You can give donations to his project (it’s awesome and we’ve all gotten pleasure from it) via a PayPal account. The best thing of all? The donations go to a church charity that offers free dining. I gave $10 and a couple of bucks probably feeds a person a good meal. If you’re inclined to do so, maybe match me and we’ll all have some really good Karma!
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Tiffany Willis is a fifth-generation Texan and the founder and editor-in-chief of Liberal America. An unapologetic member of the Christian Left, she has spent most of her career actively working with ?the least of these? and disadvantaged and oppressed populations. She’s passionate about their struggles. To stay on top of topics she discusses,?like her?Facebook page,?follow her on Twitter, or?connect with her via LinkedIn. She also has?a?grossly neglected personal blog?and a?literary quotes blog that is a labor of love. Find her somewhere and join the discussion.
