WHAT: NEW!!! Huntsville, Alabama Songsalive! Showcase

Songsalive!, the 501 c)3) non profit organization supporting and promoting
songwriters and composers worldwide, kicks off a second monthly showcase -
now first and last Thursdays of the month. Join Songsalive! with a full
evening of entertainment from our premier songwriters. Featuring talented
songwriters from around the globe, the Songsalive! Showcases are the best
industry secret, a great happening all around the world. Songsalive!
Showcases are very cozy, intimate and acoustic environments where media and
music industry representatives often drop by to check out the latest talent.
Showcase your music and support our Songsalive! national and international
live events and showcases presenting songwriters and artists of original
music. Songsalive! also connects you to shows presented by other
organizations. Showcases are conducted globally.

Direct link for info: http://www.songsalive.org/alabama

WHEN: Second Thursdays

NEXT: Thursday, September 14, 2006

WHERE: House of Brews café/pub
123 Northside Square, Huntsville, AL 35801
www.houseofbrewshuntsville.com for directions

TIME:  7pm to 9pm CST

Hosted by: Patrice Bivins

With a strong background as an athlete/gymnast, Patrice has used her Olympic
mentality in the music business with high finesse. Not long after, a
matrimonial path landed her in a family unbeknownst to her of a talented, up
and coming male group, who would soon hit the top of the charts and start
the boy bands craze. As New Edition and the likes of New Kids on the Block
began their careers, being in the New Edition family, Patrice experienced an
internship like no other. She began to learn the different phases of the
music business. Patrice worked with several solo artists and groups on
(artist development) which included imaging, self-confidence, self-control,
vocal techniques, song selection, demo session, packaging and song
submission for record deal considerations. She independently managed a
member of one of the hottest R&B girl groups called Brownstone, who were
first to sign through Sony's (MJJ Records) Michael Jackson's record label.
She also worked with renowned singer Brenda Holloway, who wrote several hits
while signed to Motown Records back in the day. They included "Every Little
Bit Hurts" and "You've Made Me So Very Happy.



SEEKING SINGER/SONGWRITERS TO PERFORM UPCOMING SHOWCASES:

* YOU MUST BE ABLE TO GUARANTEE A MIN. OF 3-5 PAYING GUESTS.

* 3 song acoustic set (encore if crowd demands and time allows)

* Songsalive! members given featured slots

All venue details, directions, showcase applications, and to be reminded of
these events, go to http://www.songsalive.org/alabama

For Songsalive! information, media and membership inquiries - call our
hotline at 310-238-0359 or email usa@...

Be reminded of this event: Join Songsalive! Enotes for free, and get
Songsalive! event news and other opportunities in your email inbox
http://www.songsalive.org/enotes

Check out also the Songsalive! showcases around the globe on our calendar at
http://www.songsalive.org/events



Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support
and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide. Founded in 1997,
Songsalive! is run by songwriters for songwriters and now has over 15
chapter cities around the world. It acts as an epicentre, a heart of the
international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps,
tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time
giving them and their music the support they deserve. Through Songsalive!,
songs and songwriters can be accessed by the whole world and when the hunt
is on, Songsalive! is a one-stop song shop! Songsalive! gives life to songs,
provides opportunities for collaboration, creates awareness about original
music, promotes and educates through an amazing network of programs designed
especially for songwriters and original music: live events and showcases;
songwriter critique workshops, songleads and industry pitches; cd samplers;
education seminars and Expos; artist development; studio production;
informational source and networking.

http://www.songsalive.org

http://www.songsalive.org/alabama

Dear friends at Songsalive,

I've been receiving your great newsletters for a long time now and I always feel
I learn something of significant value.  In my opinion...this journey is all
about doing whatever we can with whatever our "gifts"...and I'd love to give
back a little from my own area of experience and expertise. You see, not only am
I a songwriter, but I'm also a full time Grants Coordinator for the City of
Columbia, TN as well as the Director of Development for FilmNashville. Last
year, my grant proposals successfully generated over $10,000,000.

To be succinct, on Sept 23, I am offering what I believe is the first and
probably the only workshop of its kind, though, from the apparent level of
interest so far, it probably will not be the last. Because I am the Director of
Development for FilmNashville and have written the business plan for the
Nashville Composers Association (among other non-profits), the workshop will be
tailored to the needs and interests of documentary filmmakers as well as folks
in music and other areas of the arts.

The objectives of this workshop include helping participants understand:
* current trends in philanthropy (who gives money for what)
* how to research who has funding available
* how to develop a successful grant proposal

All participants will receive a resource workbook of reference material and
exercises to help them prepare their grant proposals. At the FilmNashville Board
Meeting yesterday, Tom Neff of the Documentary Channel and Anastasia Brown of
821 Entertainment, agreed to film the workshop and put it on DVD. It will, of
course, be aired on tv at a later date.

Also...all workshop participants...plus anyone who is interested in signing up
for the list can register to receive a free weekly e-newsletter which will
contain information regarding new funding programs, upcoming grant deadlines,
conferences, trainings, and other information relevant to grantseekers. This
newsletter is a co-branding program between FilmNashville; the TN Governor's
Office of Film, Music and Entertainment; the Nashville Mayor's Film Office and
Grant Station...the grant locator service which provides the weekly information.

I'd love to give back a little of the knowledge gleaned through 30 years of
working in the field of philanthropy..but helping others with their music
objectives. Please feel free to pass this information along to individuals on
your mailing list if you feel it would be of value and of interest to them.
Remember...there IS money out there!  Please see the attached promo information
for additional details on the workshop.

Sincerely,
Bobbie Gallup

Director of Development
FilmNashville
Dir.Development@...

Grants Coordinator
City of Columbia
931-388-1339 X 246
bgallup@...

CEO
Gallup 'n Dawg Music
1949 Boyce Road
Nunnelly, TN 37137
931-729-7008

bgallup@... (this is the best e-dress to use, as it is always running on
whatever computer I am using)

VOCAL WORKSHOP WITH ROXANNE KIELY

Australian Singing teacher to the "Stars Of Today"

(Top 10 Australian artists: Delta Goodrem, Adam Saunders, Sarah Blasko,
Natalie Bassingthwaite).
Roxanne is in Los Angeles for one week only. She will be conducting a
workshop on Monday September 18, and will also be available for private one
on one sessions. Don't miss your opportunity to learn from one of
Australia's top singing teachers.

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DATE: MONDAY SEPTEMBER 18
TIME: 7pm - 9.30pm
ADDRESS: Sherman Oaks CA 91411 - full address given on registration for
WORKSHOP
FEE: $60.

Workshop includes Double CD Vocal Exercise Pack included in Workshop fee
(normal value $35USA)
CD. 1 Range Extension & Projection & More
CD. 2 Articulation & Register Blending & More
Plus a 20 Page Booklet. See below for more details of this Double Vocal
Exercise CD.

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HOW TO REGISTER:
There is limited seating. Please reserve your space.

1. Email usa@... to register, including your full name, email,
contact phone and how you will pay (check or credit card)

2. a) Send your check (payable to 'Songsalive!') BY SEPT 10, for $60 to
Songsalive! - Roxanne's Vocal workshop 12115 Magnolia Blvd, suite 219, North
Hollywood, CA 91607

b) Or, pay via credit card here (credit card fees apply, approx $3-4)
http://www.acteva.com/go/songsalive
Questions: p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...

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WORKSHOP OUTLINE:

Can you answer yes to any of the following?

.. "I find it painful and a strain when singing."
.. "I struggle to reach high notes."
.. "I need a bigger range."
.. "My vocal projection is weak."
.. "I wish my upper register were stronger."
.. "I don't feel comfortable singing falsetto."
.. "I need greater vocal control."
.. "I need greater breath control."
.. "I lose my voice after:
o Singing a few songs
o Talking loudly
o Shouting"
.. "I have a problem with articulation."
.. "When I sing I run out of air before finishing a phrase."

If you struggle with any or all of the above, Roxanne is holding a vocal
workshop to talk about how you can learn to overcome these problems. Listen
to her unique story of how she overcame severe vocal nodules without having
to have a throat operation.


Roxanne specializes in a vocal technique that includes:

.. Pain Free Singing,
.. Extensive range extension, and projection,
.. Articulation,
.. Vocal blending,

As well as working on:
. Tone
. Pitch
. Vocal Style
. Performance
.... And much more.....

Below is an introduction to The Vocal Exercise Double CD Pack: -

Welcome to the beginning of your beautiful voice:

This CD exercise set has been developed as a result of my personal
experience as a singer, and the experiences of students I have taught.

If you develop and maintain your own routine, using these exercises, in
combination with correct placement and breath support, I guarantee you will
achieve a spectacular improvement, not only in your range, but also in your
vocal control and projection. Furthermore these exercises will greatly aid
in the healing of damaged vocal chords.

How can I be so confident of this?

Because I went through this process myself, having had to deal with damaged
vocal chords, due to incorrect placement.
After years of working gruelling schedules of nightly performances, I woke
up one morning to find I could not produce a recognisable sound when
attempting to talk. I hadn't seen it coming, as I was unaware that I was
singing incorrectly at the time, and here it was, every singer's ultimate
nightmare: no voice. Although sad and deflated by my circumstance, I decided
to find out what I could do about this as soon as possible.

Now, many vocalists have had to confront this issue at some point in their
careers: "Nodules" or calluses have formed on their vocal chords, as a
result of bad vocal habits. Sometimes these nodules are so pronounced they
are referred to as a "polyp".

Some people decide to have these nodules surgically removed. While this has
often proven to be a successful method for dealing with the immediate
problem, it does not take care of the cause, and many singers find that
their nodules, within months of having been removed, begin to reappear.

In contrast to this "quick fix" approach, I decided to heal the damage to my
chords while developing a new and much stronger long-term strategy to
protect and enhance my voice.

As a result of learning correct vocal technique, the nodules on my vocal
chords disappeared and my singing voice returned. Everything I hoped to
achieve happened, and more. My range began to expand well beyond what it had
previously been and I had developed greater projection and control.

Through these exercises you will find that, if you follow the advice I
outline in the tutorial, you will notice a definitive improvement in all
aspects of your vocal style and production and if you practise these
exercises on a daily basis, I guarantee you will achieve the best version of
your voice that you possibly can.

It's an exciting journey you are about to embark upon and I wish you all the
best with your new routine.
Roxanne

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ABOUT ROXANNE KIELY

Aside from working on her own career as a musician, songwriter and
performer,
Roxanne has developed a strong reputation as a vocal tutor for the past 14
years, counting many of Australia's current singing stars as pupils. Check
her website for more details (www.roxanne.kiely.com). In 2001, Roxanne and
her husband, Stephen Kiely, consolidated their individual creative efforts
under the business name ScoopFX. The original intention was for the name to
represent and manage them as solo performers, as well as the vehicle of
their original music, Prodigal Twins, and covers band, Cover ME. Since 2003
the business has expanded into vocal and musical instrument tuition. Their
annual Student Concerts have developed such a successful reputation around
Sydney, Australia that Roxanne and Stephen were recently commissioned to
produce the inaugural Search For A Star competition (www.scoopfx.com/star/).

With a weekly base of 90 students, ScoopFX Music Tuition demands a lot of
their time and attention, but they both value their song writing skills and
keep them honed by bringing on and co-writing with promising students, thus
passing on a greater wealth of musical knowledge via ScoopFX Music Tuition.

In 1997, after becoming disillusioned with the lack of support for
songwriters at ground level in Australia, Roxanne, with assistance from
co-founder gilli moon, formed Songsalive! (www.songsalive.org). Within a
couple of years the organization had grown from a handful of members in one
city, to an international member-driven group which has become a force in
every country in which it is represented. Since 1999, Roxanne has been
directing virtually all aspects of the organisation's Australian arm.

In 1997, Roxanne wrote a song called 'Binomea' and had her 25 piece
children's choir sing for Channel Seven's "World Around Us" program. The
documentary concerned the famous Australian landmark, the Jenolan Caves.
Recently, Roxanne was presented with the TSA (Tamworth Songwriters'
Association) Award for two of her songs, "Little Bit Of You" and "Many
Dreams Later", from her self-produced and self-funded album entitled "See
The Difference".

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TESTIMONIALS:-
"Since beginning singing tuition with Roxanne Kiely, I am amazed at how much
better I am singing on so many levels. Fair enough that may sound clich?d -
but I am a male vocalist who has been performing

professionally for over 10 years and have had singing lessons from well
known & established singing teachers the entire time. Only now (finally) am
I seeing results I wish I had been having 10 years ago. My family are all
musically inclined and after even the 2nd and 3rd lesson, they commented on
how enjoyable it was to hear me start singing as I was. It is honestly all
because of Roxanne and her method. I have her CD's in the car and practise
for maybe 20 minutes a day and am able to complete numbered exercises that
are over double what I could reach on my initial lesson. I have been seeing
Roxanne for a weekly lesson for approx. 2 months now and have progressed
more in that time, than I did with all my previous lessons from other vocal
teachers put together. Words can really not describe just how impressed I am
with both her and my progression."

Josh Barker - 2006 Josh.barker@...

"My 16 year old daughter Caitlin started vocal tuition with Roxanne Kiely in
Feb 2006. Caitlin?s voice had been developing nicely over a number of years
but in the last 6 months we have seen remarkable improvements in her vocal
range, quality and breathing. At recent performances many people have
commented how much more powerful her voice has become. Roxanne?s suggestions
for performance techniques have been invaluable and have given Caitlin so
much more confidence. Over the years Caitlin has tried many different vocal
exercises, but Roxanne?s method produces results. I don?t have to remind her
to do them, she wants to, because she can see real improvement. With Roxanne
it?s not just the vocal tuition, it?s the enthusiasm, the supportive,
encouraging style, not only from Roxanne, but also from her partner Stephen,
who is ready to help and give advice when needed. We feel so fortunate to be
students of ScoopFX."
Kim Harnett - 2006 - kim.harnett@...

"Alaina Bodley has been attending singing lessons under Roxanne's tuition
for the last 10 to 11 months. She started singing at 10 years of age and had
had no previous experience or lessons. Alaina first began singing struggling
to reach most notes, as her voice was very airy and husky. After an
examination from an ENT specialist it was noticed that she was close to
getting nodules on her vocal chords. Roxanne encouraged Alaina to practise
projecting her voice forward and use the correct voice placement techniques
in order to not damage her young vocal chords. In time, with lessons just
once a week, Alaina's voice has improved tremendously. Recently Alaina has
sung songs with relative ease, which in the past she struggled to get
through. I am extremely pleased with her progress and she is very pleased
with herself as well." -

Nathalie Bodley - 2006 - nattersb@...

You'll find a lot more testimonials on the
<http://www..scoopfx.com/tuition_testimonials.html> ScoopFX site and on
<http://www.roxanne.kiely.com/tuition/testimonials.html> Roxanne's Vocal
pages.

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HOW TO REGISTER:
There is limited seating. Please reserve your space.

1. Email usa@... to register, including your full name, email,
contact phone and how you will pay (check or credit card)

2. a) Send your check (payable to 'Songsalive!') BY SEPT 10, for $60 to
Songsalive! - Roxanne's Vocal workshop 12115 Magnolia Blvd, suite 219, North
Hollywood, CA 91607

b) Or, pay via credit card here (credit card fees apply, approx $3-4)
http://www.acteva.com/go/songsalive

Questions: p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...

<http://www.scoopfx.com/tuition/index.html> ScoopFX Music Tution - Teacher
to the Stars Of Today
Roxanne Kiely 0411 465 332
Roxanne@... Roxanne.Kiely.com
<http://www.roxanne.kiely.com/index.html>
sydney@... songsalive.org
<http://www.songsalive.org/index.html>
Roxanne@... CoverMe.com.au
<http://www.coverme.com.au/index.html>


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This workshop is proudly sponsored by
SONGSALIVE!
Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide
p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...

ABOUT SONGSALIVE! Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the
nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide.
Songsalive! is run by songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicentre,
a heart of the international songwriting community and music markets,
bridging the gaps, tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at
the same time giving them and their music the support they deserve.
Songsalive! gives life to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration,
create awareness about original music, promote and educate through an
amazing network of programs designed especially for songwriters and original
music. Support Songsalive! and help energize the business of songwriting and
music. Join the Songsalive! network and become a link in the chain.

*songwriters unite in the new music revolution*
<http://www.songsalive.org/> http://www.songsalive.org join our news lists,
myspace, and other discussion groups at
<outbind://23/www.songsalive.org/enotes> www.songsalive.org/enotes

WORKSHOP DETAILS CAN ALSO BE VIEWED AT
http://www.songsalive.org/pressRoxanneVocalWorkshop.html

Hope you're havin' fun!
Get connected with one of our local favorite radio shows!
If you fit the format, you may even get AIRPLAY on a REAL FM station that goes
from the north valley to San Pedro, & Pasadena to the ocean!
BE a friend!
www.myspace.com/laacoustic
And, listen Saturday mornings 6-10AM
KCSN 88.5 fm
www.kcsn.org online!
I'm often in the studio there, so please say hello!
Jimi
SongNet.org

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TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM AND MUSIC FESTIVAL (TVIFF) - Songsalive!
Showcase Sat. Sept. 16, 1pm-3pm and Gilli Moon MPWR Workshop Sun. Sept. 17,
11am-12:30pm
@Tower Plaza Hotel
27555 Ynez Road
Temecula, CA 92591
http://www.tviff.com

It's Lights Camera Music Action

September 13 to 17, 2006, marks the Temecula Valley International Film and
Music Festival's 12th anniversary, showcasing a remarkable diversity of
local, national and international films and personalities to the delight of
enthusiastic audiences. The Festival is pleased to include the fourth year
of the Music component...the best up-and-coming creative talents in film and
music from all over the world will compete for recognition, honor and
prizes.

This year the Tower Plaza will be converted into a top notch Outdoor Dinner
Concert & Movie Theatre. Each night you will be exposed to the festival's
finest in music and short films. Out of over 300 music acts we have selected
the top 10 artists and each night 5 acts will perform under the stars of
Temecula. Between each music performance will be a screening of short
independent films from animation to awesome student film shorts.

TVIFF MUSICFEST EXTRAVAGANZA!

Friday, September 15, 2006 7pm to 11pm - TVIFF Musicfest
Saturday, September 16, 2006 1pm to 3pm Songsalive! Showcase in the
Marketplace with our featured songwriters
Saturday, September 16, 2006 7pm to 11pm - TVIFF Musicfest
Sunday, September 17, 2006 11am -12:30pm - gilli moon "MPWR - Path to
Empowerment" - Workshop
Sunday, September 17, 2006 11am - closing - TVIFF events and Gala
@ Courtyard, Tower Plaza
27555 Ynez Road
Temecula, CA 92591
www.tviff.com

TWO DAY MUSICFEST: Admission: $15 Film/Music Pass

For an amazing $15.00 you will be entertained, wined, and dined. Each ticket
price gets you through the red carpet entrance to a wide variety of foods,
wine, and soft drinks.

If the night stars aren't enough for you, keep an eye out for film stars,
music moguls, and the art's best movers and shakers. It will be a red carpet
ride of the "Best In Fest".

Come and hang out with the stars under the stars!

SONGSALIVE! OPPORTUNITIES:

SATURDAY SEPT. 16 - 1pm till 3pm - Songsalive! will be hosting a special
Songsalive! Showcase at the Temecula Festival! This is an amazing
opportunity to be seen by the best film makers and music industry personal
in the country. Our Songsalive! Showcase stage will be located in the
Marketplace, a hub of activity for the festival.

About Songsalive! Showcases at http://www.songsalive.org/showcaseapp.


SUNDAY SEPT. 17 - 11am - gilli moon (Songsalive! president) will be
conducting her "MPWR - Path to Artist Empowerment" - Workshop

About - Define success on your own terms... professional artist development,
staying motivated, how to develop the right relationships, marketing and
promotional tools, and overcoming obstacles. Gilli Moon hosts an MPWR
(empower) Workshop to motivate you beyond creativity, into the business
world of the Professional Artist. This workshop will help you take the next
step with your artistry - guiding, motivating, encouraging and providing
tools, tips and solutions to take your artistry into the business world of
the entertainment industry. Plus tips on indie promotional and marketing
strategies to put philosophy into practice.

Songsalive!
Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide
U.S p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...
AUS: p: 61-2-9294-2415 e: sydney@...

Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support
and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide. Songsalive! is run by
songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicentre, a heart of the
international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps,
tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time
giving them and their music the support they deserve. Support Songsalive!
and help energize the business of songwriting and music. Join the
Songsalive! world nation at http://www.songsalive.org

L.A./Santa Monica Songsalive! West Side Showcase @ The Talking Stick, Thur.
Sept. 7,  8pm -10pm

SPECIAL EVENT - SONGSALIVE! and SONGNET PRESENT A TRIBUTE TO CJ LITTLEPAGE
AFTER THE FEATURED PERFORMERS...ALL SONGWRITERS FROM LAWIM, NSAI, JPF, GO
GIRLS, INDIEGRRLS, FEMMUSE, OR ANY OTHER GROUP WHO KNEW CJ ARE INVITED TO
COME CELEBRATE HIS LIFE.


THE PLACE for songwriters, artists, music lovers and the music industry TO
MEET, CONVERSE, PERFORM AND HANG.

Songsalive! showcases top talent, mingling with the new music industry pros,
in an intimate, casual internet cafe atmosphere, with the beaches of the
Pacific Ocean less than a mile away. Featuring talented songwriters from
around the globe, the Songsalive! Showcases are the best industry secret, a
great happening all around the world.

Showcase your music and support our Songsalive! national and international
live events and showcases presenting songwriters and artists of original
music where media and music industry representatives often drop by to check
out the latest talent.


WHEN: 1st and Last Thursdays of the Month NEXT: 1st Thurs. Sept 7
WHERE: The Talking Stick Internet Cafe
1630 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405
www.thetalkingstick.net - Songsalive! contact info below

TIME: 8:00 - 10:00pm Songsalive! Featured Songwriters

Laura Bradley - www.laurabradley.com
Lisa Graciano - www.lisagraciano.com

followed by SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO CJ LITTLEPAGE
hosted by Jimi Yamagishi

About CJ:

Sometime ago, while CJ was at the Kerrville Folk Festival, he sat down under
a tree and at the request of attending friends, started playing some of his
compositions. The down to earth melodies and cleverly observant lyrics in a
down-home, sometimes humorous, sometimes poignant kind of way attracted the
attention of attending musicians and songwriters. It wasn't much later that
those same talented individuals who gathered around to listen, began to lend
their talents to the music that CJ was making.

CJ passed away in late August and his wonderful presence will be missed by
all of us.

Email jimi@... or usa@... for details on signing up to
sing a song or two
in honor of CJ, dear friend and great songwriter. If you have a story to
share or other tidbits, feel free to come on down - "Mrs. Rodriguez" and
"The Lone Ranger" will be there too....


COST: Free entry, donations accepted

SPECIAL GUEST HOST: Jimi Yamagishi

Arrive early for the eclectic, jazz influenced instrumental sounds of Shawn
Cunnane on guitar - performers start promptly at 8pm and the CJ Littlepage
Tribute will be at 9pm.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * **

MORE INFO on the event, upcoming events, joining Songsalive! and to
apply to showcase: http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

CONTACT: phone 310-238-0359 email: usaATsongsalive.org

Songsalive! is a non profit 501 (c)(3) public charity organization dedicated
to the nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers
worldwide, with chapters running workshops and showcases all across the
United States, Australia, now in West Canada and in London. Songsalive! is
run by songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicenter, a heart of the
international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps,
tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time
giving them and their music the support they deserve. Songsalive! gives life
to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration, create awareness about
original music, promote and educate through an amazing network of programs
designed especially for songwriters and original music. Support Songsalive!
and help energize the business of songwriting and music. Join the
Songsalive! network and become a link in the chain.

http://www.songsalive.org

new call:

Songsalive! is looking for a snazzy and awesome person to be the voice, the
go-to person, and the evening host for our showcases in Los Angeles.

First and Last Thursdays of the month - Songsalive! Showcase Los Angeles CA
@ Talking Stick, Ocean Park Blvd Santa Monica  (2 showcases a month)

Details on our showcases at http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles


Duties include:

- You need to be based in Los Angeles and willing to host twice a month
(first and last thursdays)
- Receiving inquiries to perform by Songsalive! members
- Handling the bookings of performers ( drawn from our existing songwriter
members) to perform.
- Sending out artist confirmation emails to the participating artists
- Creating the press release/flyer with artist bios for the upcoming
showcase, with help from our media coordinator
- Promoting the showcase to discussion groups, email lists, notice boards
- Printing the press release/flyer for the night
- Hosting the showcase nights/MC/spokesperson for show and for Songsalive!
- learning about our organization and promoting it's services and membership
in a professional manner
- setting up the sound (unless we have a sound person on the night). Usually
very small, easy P.A, so some knowledge of sound a plus.
- checking all artists on time
- handling the email list around the room / sign in table (collect door $ or
tips)/ merch (usually a second volunteer is there to help on this)
- using your great personality to host the show, including Songsalive!
upcoming events, introducing the artists
- liaising with the venue manager or owner and keep a positive relationship
- reporting to L.A coordinator post showcase on the event's successes and
notes.
- you don't have to be a songwriter to host, just a great orator,
communicator, and enthusiastic lover of music.

What you receive in return:
- Free Elite membership to Songsalive! while a team member. Membership
includes total access to all our programs, discounts, songshop leads,
website profile (interview, cd review), industry and networking
opportunities, resources and so much more.
http://www.songsalive.org/whatwedo says it all.
- Opportunity to network and interact within the music business, our other
national and international chapters, with your profile elevated as a
coordinator for Songsalive!
- Ability to cover expenses through the door $. (We are non-profit and this
is a voluntary position but gas, parking and snack expenses can be covered,
depending on the intake at the door. This becomes your cash bank to use as
appropriate for yourself, your artists and flyers to print)
- A great feeling that you are supporting a non-profit 501 c.3) public
charity organization with a strong mission to support and promote
songwriters.


Also, if you are not interested in being a showcase host, but want to be a
volunteer member, please also contact. We are always needing volunteers for
our events, some conferences (sometimes travel), fun programs, songcamps,
workshops and more......... and the opportunities and benefits are many!




All interested Applications should email Gilli Moon at gilli@...
(do not reply to this discussion list post).


Thanks very much!

Gilli Moon
President
Songsalive!

ABOUT SONGSALIVE! Songsalive! is a non-profit 501 c.3) organization
dedicated to the nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and
composers worldwide. Songsalive! is run by songwriters for songwriters. It
acts as an epicentre, a heart of the international songwriting community and
music markets, bridging the gaps, tapping songwriters into the pulse of the
business and at the same time giving them and their music the support they
deserve. Songsalive! gives life to songs, provide opportunities for
collaboration, create awareness about original music, promote and educate
through an amazing network of programs designed especially for songwriters
and original music. Support Songsalive! and help energize the business of
songwriting and music. Join the Songsalive! network and become a link in the
chain.


More details at
http://www.songsalive.org

L.A/Sherman Oaks: Songsalive! Songwriting Workshop Sun. Oct. 1 with Guest
Speaker, David Brownstein, "Marketing your Music", 10am - 2pm

WHAT: Songsalive! Songwriting Workshop

Come to regular Songsalive! workshops and develop collaborations, meet
industry guests, showcase and workshop your music for feedback in a
professional and supportive environment. Songsalive! holds workshops where
songwriters gather to share their songs, gain feedback and develop
relationships within the songwriting communities we have created around the
world. The first half is solely dedicated to an in-the-round workshop where
writers present one song each - either on tape, CD or live -
followed by a guest speaker/industry discussion in the second half and
plenty of time to talk and network. Our workshops often feature guest
speakers representing all facets of the industry from A&R, publishers,
successful producers, CD production and distribution execs and, of course,
writers and composer who share their ideas, tips & techniques on all aspects
of the songwriting craft. The workshops are open to all songwriters and
music composers of all levels and music genres and you don't have to be a
Songsalive! member to attend. It is usually best to register your attendance
in advance.

********************************************************

ABOUT OUR GUEST SPEAKER: NEXT: Sun. Oct. 1

David Brownstein, "Marketing Your Music"

David Brownstein is the President and Founder of Hollywood Coaching, an
Executive Coaching and Leadership Development Company in Los Angeles that
specializes exclusively in the Entertainment Industry. David's 2-day
"Extreme Leadership" workshop helps executives develop their personal
leadership style and structures for accountability while leading their
company and teams more collaboratively. David also composed and produced the
Hip-Hop soundtrack for the award winning "Bomb's Aren't Cool" educational
music video that won festival awards in New York, Chicago,
Seattle, France, Canada, and Japan and continues to air on WNET/13's
Independent Focus. Go to www.hollywoodcoaching.com for more details on David
many opportunities for artists.

L.A./Sherman Oaks Workshop, Sun. Oct. 1 - 10am-2pm at Mazzarino's

Direct link for info: http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

WHEN: First Sundays

NEXT: Sunday, Oct. 1

WHERE: MAZZARINO'S Italian Restaurant
12920 Riverside Drive, Sherman Oaks, CA
Phone 818-788-5050
Directions: On Riverside Drive, sw corner off Coldwater Canyon 101
Freeway exit.

Starting promptly at 10:00 a.m., running until 2:00 (PST)

COST: $5 for non-members, free to Songsalive! members. You can join
Songsalive! to participate in the workshops at
http://www.songsalive.org go Join.

Hosted by: Paul Lawrence Moyer

REGISTER: Email below with 'Los Angeles Chapter Songsalive! Workshop' in
subject header, or contact us by phone, 310-238-0359. You will be
automatically registered to attend unless contacted. We prefer
pre-registrations.

CONTACT: usaATsongsalive.org......or 310-238-0359 to pre-register.

RULES & WHAT TO BRING: 1 song either on tape, CD or live (bring own
guitar or keyboard) and 20 copies of your typed lyric sheet with
contact details clearly displayed.

SET UP AND CRITIQUE RULES at http://www.songsalive.org/workshoprules

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS EVERY MONTH hand picked from publishers to
record company A&R, well-known songwriters, authors, artists and music
industry reps.

SPEAKERS: Most months we have guest speakers. Check out who has spoken
and who will speak at our workshops at http://www.songsalive.org/speakers

UPCOMING GUEST SPEAKERS:

Sun. Nov. 5, 2006 - Paul Lawrence Moyer - "Before the Taxi Road Rally: A
Full Session of Songwriting Exercises and Critiques"

Sun. Dec. 3, 2006: G.F. Mlely - "The Art and Craft of Writing Words and
Music"

G. F. Mlely is Director of the Pacific Songwriters Workshop. Besides having
managed to bring a songwriting workshop into the Hawaii Department of
Education as an accredited subject, making it the first nationally in a
secondary school, he is an internationally acclaimed pianist and composer,
featured in concert, festival, and club venues throughout Europe and the
United States. His original choral compositions have premiered in Hawai'i
and in Los Angeles. Threnody, a composition from his critically acclaimed
solo piano album Re-Entry was picked for Typewriter Dreams, a New York
theater production. His video series, Jazz Piano with G. F. Mlely, was in
re-runs over 2 years on Olelo Television of Hawai'i. Songs from his
catalogue have been produced and recorded by Freddie Hubbard, George
Harrison, (guitarist) John Tesh, Phil Perry, The Cunninghams, the latter on
a Grammy nominated album. Mlely, who writes both words and music, also
writes essays on the art, craft, and politics of jazz and songwriting, some
published online by JazCraft.net, as well as a full length book, New Music
And The American Christian - A Critical Look. The Dance Of Life, The Dance
Of Jazz, his recently completed project, a 2-act music-theater work -
"spanning the gap between jazz and theater"- is currently in budget
formation. For more info, type "Mlely" into any major search engine.
Pacific Songwriters Workshop. www.jazcraft.net/songwriters.html

Los Angeles Workshop: Sunday December 3, 2006 - "The Art and Craft of
Writing Words and Music"

********************************************************

MORE INFO on the event, upcoming events, joining Songsalive! and
workshop info at http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

CONTACT: phone 310-238-0359 email: usaATsongsalive.org

Songsalive! is a non profit 501 (c)(3) public charity organization dedicated
to the nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers
worldwide, with chapters running workshops and showcases all across the
United States, Australia, now in West Canada and in London. Songsalive! is
run by songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicenter, a heart of the
international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps,
tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time
giving them and their music the support they deserve. Songsalive! gives life
to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration, create awareness about
original music, promote and educate
through an amazing network of programs designed especially for songwriters
and original music. Support Songsalive! and help energize the business of
songwriting and music. Join the Songsalive! network and become a link in the
chain.

http://www.songsalive.org

***Songsalive! International Calendar of Events: Songwriter Workshops &
Showcases September 2006***

Enjoying your week so far? First up is Grass Valley, CA Songsalive! Showcase
at The Beat. Host Michael Gregory books ahead if you're travelling through
northern California this is a friendly stop along the way. Following the
norcal event, we have L.A./Santa Monica Songsalive! Showcase creating a cool
music buzz between the audience and performers. Host/Performer Jimi
Yamagishi, featuring ethereal rock artist Laura Bradley and touring from
Amsterdam, bluesy songstress w/slide guitar Lisa Graciano followed by the
infamous Chicago Red who drops in for a special tribute to longtime L.A.
songwriter and member, CJ Littlepage. Coming up on our radar it's NEW!!!
Huntsville, AL presents a Songsalive! Showcase at the friendly House of
Brews with Patrice Bivins hosting. Huntsville is near our Nashville TN
chapter so songwriters travelling are urged to contact Patrice who is
booking artists now for Thurs. Sept. 14 inaugaral event.  Would you like to
perform at an upcoming Songsalive! Sponsored Event or Songsalive!
Showcase?....To apply to showcase at any of our chapters, please go to the
Songsalive! website and go "Showcases".

Songsalive! website: www.songsalive.org

enjoy the week!
Toni K.
Los Angeles Chapter
www.songsalive.org/losangeles

*********************************************************************


Sept. 5 - First Tuesdays - Sydney, AUS Songsalive! Workshop @
Canterbury Hurlstone Club RSL Club Wattle Room

Sept. 6 - First Wednesdays - Grass Valley, CA Songsalive! Showcase @
The Beat - booking artists

Sept. 7 - First Thursdays - L.A./Santa Monica CA West Side
Songsalive! Showcase @ The Talking Stick - booking artists

Sept. 11 - Second Mondays - San Francisco, CA Songsalive! Workshop @
Snoring Dog Studios

Sept. 13 - Second Wednesdays - San Francisco, CA Songsalive! Showcase @
Cafe Infusion - booking artists

Sept. 14 - Second Thursdays - NEW! Huntsville, AL Songsalive! Showcase@
House of Brews - booking artists

Sept. 16 - Third Saturdays - Nashville, TN Songsalive! Songwriters
Showcase @ Caffeine's - booking artists

Sept. 17 - Third Sundays - Boston, MA Songsalive! Songwriting Workshop @
Chris's Place

Sept. 17 - Third Sundays - Byron Bay, AUS Songsalive! Songwriting
Workshop @ The Studio at the Buddha Bar

Sept. 26 - Last Tuesdays - Sydney AUS Songsalive! Showcase @ Mars Hill
Cafe (upstairs) - booking artists

Sept. 26 - Last Tuesdays - Boston MA Songsalive! Showcase @ All
Asia Cafe - booking artists

Sept. 28 - Last Thursdays - Seattle WA Songsalive! Songwriters of the
Northwest Showcase @ Conor Byrne's Pub - booking artists

Sept. 28 - Last Thursdays - L.A./Santa Monica CA West Side Songsalive!
Showcase @ The Talking Stick - booking artists



CHAPTERS: For events, contact info and details go
http://www.songsalive.org/chapters.html

SHOWCASES: Artists are always needed for showcases. Please apply at
http://www.songsalive.org/showcaseapp

WORKSHOPS: Workshops are your best networking event. Bring your songs
for valuable feedback and meet new songwriters, industry relations
and meaningful discussions. http://www.songsalive.org/workshoprules

All Events and Calendar listed at http://www.songsalive.org/events

**********************************************
ABOUT SONGSALIVE!

Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support
and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide. Songsalive! is run by
songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicentre,
a heart of the international songwriting community and music markets,
bridging the gaps, tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at
the same time giving them and their music the support they deserve.
Songsalive! gives life to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration,
create awareness about original music, promote and educate through an
amazing network of programs designed especially for songwriters and original
music. Support Songsalive! and help energize the business of songwriting and
music.

Join the Songsalive! network and become a link in the chain.

U.S. Songsalive!
p: 1-310-238-0359
AUS Songsalive!
p. 61-(0)2-9294-2415

Join our news lists, myspace, and other discussion groups at
http://www.songsalive.org/enotes

http://www.songsalive.org

*songwriters unite in the new music revolution*

L.A/Sherman Oaks: Songsalive! Songwriting Workshop Sun. Oct. 1 with Guest
Speaker, David Brownstein, "Marketing your Music", 10am - 2pm

DUE TO THE LABOR DAY WEEKEND, SONGSALIVE! SONGWRITER'S WORKSHOP, SCHEDULED
FOR SUN. SEPT. 4, WILL TAKE A HOLIDAY TOO AND RESUME FIRST SUNDAY OCT. 1
WITH GUEST SPEAKER, DAVID BROWNSTEIN "MARKETING YOUR MUSIC"

WHAT: Songsalive! Songwriting Workshop

Come to regular Songsalive! workshops and develop collaborations, meet
industry guests, showcase and workshop your music for feedback in a
professional and supportive environment. Songsalive! holds workshops where
songwriters gather to share their songs, gain feedback and develop
relationships within the songwriting communities we have created around the
world. The first half is solely dedicated to an in-the-round workshop where
writers present one song each - either on tape, CD or live -
followed by a guest speaker/industry discussion in the second half and
plenty of time to talk and network. Our workshops often feature guest
speakers representing all facets of the industry from A&R, publishers,
successful producers, CD production and distribution execs and, of course,
writers and composer who share their ideas, tips & techniques on all aspects
of the songwriting craft. The workshops are open to all songwriters and
music composers of all levels and music genres and you don't have to be a
Songsalive! member to attend. It is usually best to register your attendance
in advance.

********************************************************

ABOUT OUR GUEST SPEAKER: NEXT: Sun. Oct. 1

David Brownstein, "Marketing Your Music"

David Brownstein is the President and Founder of Hollywood Coaching, an
Executive Coaching and Leadership Development Company in Los Angeles that
specializes exclusively in the Entertainment Industry. David's 2-day
"Extreme Leadership" workshop helps executives develop their personal
leadership style and structures for accountability while leading their
company and teams more collaboratively. David also composed and produced the
Hip-Hop soundtrack for the award winning "Bomb's Aren't Cool" educational
music video that won festival awards in New York, Chicago,
Seattle, France, Canada, and Japan and continues to air on WNET/13's
Independent Focus. Go to www.hollywoodcoaching.com for more details on David
many opportunities for artists.

L.A./Sherman Oaks Workshop, Sun. Oct. 1 - 10am-2pm at Mazzarino's

Direct link for info: http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

WHEN: First Sundays

NEXT: Sunday, Oct. 1

WHERE: MAZZARINO'S Italian Restaurant
12920 Riverside Drive, Sherman Oaks, CA
Phone 818-788-5050
Directions: On Riverside Drive, sw corner off Coldwater Canyon 101
Freeway exit.

Starting promptly at 10:00 a.m., running until 2:00 (PST)

COST: $5 for non-members, free to Songsalive! members. You can join
Songsalive! to participate in the workshops at
http://www.songsalive.org go Join.

Hosted by: Paul Lawrence Moyer

REGISTER: Email below with 'Los Angeles Chapter Songsalive! Workshop' in
subject header, or contact us by phone, 310-238-0359. You will be
automatically registered to attend unless contacted. We prefer
pre-registrations.

CONTACT: usaATsongsalive.org......or 310-238-0359 to pre-register.

RULES & WHAT TO BRING: 1 song either on tape, CD or live (bring own
guitar or keyboard) and 20 copies of your typed lyric sheet with
contact details clearly displayed.

SET UP AND CRITIQUE RULES at http://www.songsalive.org/workshoprules

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS EVERY MONTH hand picked from publishers to
record company A&R, well-known songwriters, authors, artists and music
industry reps.

SPEAKERS: Most months we have guest speakers. Check out who has spoken
and who will speak at our workshops at http://www.songsalive.org/speakers

UPCOMING GUEST SPEAKERS:

Sun. Nov. 5, 2006 - Paul Lawrence Moyer - "Before the Taxi Road Rally: A
Full Session of Songwriting Exercises and Critiques"

Sun. Dec. 3, 2006: G.F. Mlely - "The Art and Craft of Writing Words and
Music"

G. F. Mlely is Director of the Pacific Songwriters Workshop. Besides having
managed to bring a songwriting workshop into the Hawaii Department of
Education as an accredited subject, making it the first nationally in a
secondary school, he is an internationally acclaimed pianist and composer,
featured in concert, festival, and club venues throughout Europe and the
United States. His original choral compositions have premiered in Hawai'i
and in Los Angeles. Threnody, a composition from his critically acclaimed
solo piano album Re-Entry was picked for Typewriter Dreams, a New York
theater production. His video series, Jazz Piano with G. F. Mlely, was in
re-runs over 2 years on Olelo Television of Hawai'i. Songs from his
catalogue have been produced and recorded by Freddie Hubbard, George
Harrison, (guitarist) John Tesh, Phil Perry, The Cunninghams, the latter on
a Grammy nominated album. Mlely, who writes both words and music, also
writes essays on the art, craft, and politics of jazz and songwriting, some
published online by JazCraft.net, as well as a full length book, New Music
And The American Christian - A Critical Look. The Dance Of Life, The Dance
Of Jazz, his recently completed project, a 2-act music-theater work -
"spanning the gap between jazz and theater"- is currently in budget
formation. For more info, type "Mlely" into any major search engine.
Pacific Songwriters Workshop. www.jazcraft.net/songwriters.html

Los Angeles Workshop: Sunday December 3, 2006 -  "The Art and Craft of
Writing Words and Music"

********************************************************

MORE INFO on the event, upcoming events, joining Songsalive! and
workshop info at http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

CONTACT: phone 310-238-0359 email: usaATsongsalive.org

Songsalive! is a non profit 501 (c)(3) public charity organization dedicated
to the nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers
worldwide, with chapters running workshops and showcases all across the
United States, Australia, now in West Canada and in London. Songsalive! is
run by songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicenter, a heart of the
international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps,
tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time
giving them and their music the support they deserve. Songsalive! gives life
to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration, create awareness about
original music, promote and educate
through an amazing network of programs designed especially for songwriters
and original music. Support Songsalive! and help energize the business of
songwriting and music. Join the Songsalive! network and become a link in the
chain.

http://www.songsalive.org

3RD ANNUAL IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) KICKS OFF

The 3rd Annual IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) is currently accepting
entries. IAMA (International Acoustic Music Awards) promotes excellence in
acoustic music performance and artistry. Acoustic artists in various genres can
gain exciting radio and web exposure through this competition. Participating
sponsors include Acoustic Cafe and XM Satellite Radio.

IAMA is open to all independent artists and labels. Unlike other music industry
competitions, IAMA focuses on developing new markets for Acoustic artists,
labels and CD releases.

Win prizes in 8 different categories: Folk/Americana/Roots, AAA/Alternative,
Instrumental, Open, Bluegrass/Country, Best Male Artist, Best Female Artist,
Best Group/Duo. There will also be an Overall Grand Prize winner awarded to the
top winner worth US$10,000, which includes radio promotion to over 250 radio
stations in US and Canada!

Winning songs will be heard on radio! Winners and runner-ups will be featured on
our CD compilation. Also, we feature up to 10 different artists get featured and
promoted on IAMA website every month, which provides a review, ratings, CD
information, touring information and more! These are not neccessary the winners
or future winners but artists we feel are good.

Judging is based on excellence in music performance, songwriting/composition and
originality. All entries submitted will receive judging sheets containing
comments and ratings by e-mail.  This is open to any artist who has a CD
independently released on a record label, distributed by a major or self
released. Winners are selected by a panel of established artists and industry
professionals.

Winners and finalists of the Awards will be featured in the IAMA website and
e-newsletters, read by music press, talent buyers, promoters and other industry
insiders. All songs submitted must be submitted must be original and submitted
on CD, the artist may perform original material not yet released and written by
other songwriters or composers. DEADLINE: All entries must be postmarked by
November 9 '06 or earlier. Check out:
http://www.inacoustic.com

Songsalive! International Calendar of Events: Songwriter Workshops &
Showcases Aug & Sept 2006


***Songsalive! International Calendar of Events: Songwriter Workshops &
Showcases Aug/Sept 2006***

Hello everyone in our worldwide community. This is our current Songsalive!
international calendar of events where hopefully, you'll find an event near
you. First event, Tues. Aug. 29 in Sydney, Aus for their monthly Songsalive!
Showcase at Mars Hill. Second, we have our Boston, MA Songsalive! Showcase,
Tues. Aug. 29 All Asia Cafe with Chris Marston as guest host....THE IMC 2006
in PHILADELPHIA, PA IS UPON US STARTING WEDNESDAY AUG. 30 - SEPT. 4....Have
you registered? gilli moon says, "The IMC is relatively inexpensive to
attend and a worthwhile conference. TRULY spectacular in my opinion. Philly
has been running for 3 years and always a success. I and Songsalive! have
very much been a part of the conference and we have had a booth, run
workshops, hold showcases and more at it." Australia Chapter Coordinators
Roxanne and Stephen Kiely are travelling to the U.S. for Philadelphia's IMC
2006, Aug. 30-Sept. 4, meeting gilli moon and other Songsalive! members for
this sponsored event. There is still time to register for the IMC - go to
the Songsalive! website and click on Sponsored Events for more details.

....To apply to showcase at any of our chapters, please go to the
Songsalive! website and go
"Showcases".

Songsalive! website: www.songsalive.org

till next week!
Toni K.
Los Angeles Chapter
www.songsalive.org/losangeles

*********************************************************************


Aug. 29 - Last Tuesdays - Sydney AUS Songsalive! Showcase @ Mars Hill
Cafe (upstairs) - booking artists

Aug. 29 - Last Tuesdays - Boston MA Songsalive! Showcase @ All
Asia Cafe - booking artists

Aug. 31 - Last Thursdays - Seattle WA Songsalive! Songwriters of the
Northwest Showcase @ Conor Byrne's Pub - booking artists

Aug. 31 - Last Thursdays - L.A./Santa Monica CA West Side Songsalive!
Showcase @ The Talking Stick - booking artists

Sept. 3 - First Sundays - L.A./Sherman Oaks, CA Songsalive!
Songwriting Workshop @ Mazzarino's

Sept. 5 - First Tuesdays - Sydney, AUS Songsalive! Workshop @
Canterbury Hurlstone Club RSL Club Wattle Room with Steven Kiely

Sept. 6 - First Wednesdays - Grass Valley, CA Songsalive! Showcase @
The Beat - booking artists

Sept. 7 - NEW!!! First Thursdays - L.A./Santa Monica CA West Side
Songsalive! Showcase @ The Talking Stick - booking artists

Sept. 11 - Second Mondays - San Francisco, CA Songsalive! Workshop @
Snoring Dog Studios

Sept. 13 - Second Wednesdays - San Francisco, CA Songsalive! Showcase @
Cafe Infusion - booking artists

Sept. 16 - Third Saturdays - Nashville, TN Songsalive! Songwriters
Showcase @ Caffeine's - booking artists

Sept. 17 - Third Sundays - Boston, MA Songsalive! Songwriting Workshop @
Chris's Place

Sept. 17 - Third Sundays - Byron Bay, AUS Songsalive! Songwriting
Workshop @ The Studio at the Buddha Bar


CHAPTERS: For events, contact info and details go
http://www.songsalive.org/chapters.html

SHOWCASES: Artists are always needed for showcases. Please apply at
http://www.songsalive.org/showcaseapp

WORKSHOPS: Workshops are your best networking event. Bring your songs
for valuable feedback and meet new songwriters, industry relations
and meaningful discussions. http://www.songsalive.org/workshoprules

All Events and Calendar listed at http://www.songsalive.org/events

**********************************************
ABOUT SONGSALIVE!

Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support
and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide. Songsalive! is run by
songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicentre,
a heart of the international songwriting community and music markets,
bridging the gaps, tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at
the same time giving them and their music the support they deserve.
Songsalive! gives life to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration,
create awareness about original music, promote and educate through an
amazing network of programs designed especially for songwriters and original
music. Support Songsalive! and help energize the business of songwriting and
music.

Join the Songsalive! network and become a link in the chain.

U.S. Songsalive!
p: 1-310-238-0359
AUS Songsalive!
p. 61-(0)2-9294-2415

Join our news lists, myspace, and other discussion groups at
http://www.songsalive.org/enotes

http://www.songsalive.org

*songwriters unite in the new music revolution*

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Richard Bassett - Hit Songs - Renascent Music <songs@...>
Date: Aug 22, 2006 1:04 PM
Subject: Bermuda Songwriting & Artist Retreat - updated 22nd Aug 2006
To: Songsalive@yahoogroups.com





We are moving full steam ahead in organizing the first ever Bermuda
Songwriting & Artist Retreat 2006 being held from 5th – 8th October
2006 at the fabulous 9 Beaches Resort in Sandys, Bermuda. Information
about the retreat can be found at www.songs-and-music.com.

Here is some updated information for those planning to attend:

A)      FAQ's – we have added a 'Frequently Asked Questions' page to
the retreat website at www.songs-and-music.com. This page includes
valuable information about booking your place at the retreat, travel
to Bermuda, accommodation etc.

B)      What To Bring – For those of you who have booked your place at
the retreat and who wish to participate fully in the Workshops, please
make a note of the following items which you should bring:

·       If you are a Songwriter, you should bring copies of your songs
on CD or cassette tape plus extra copies of your lyric sheets for the
Lyric Writing & Melody Writing Workshops.

·       If you plan to participate in the Performance Workshops you
should bring your instrument (if possible) or a backing track on CD or
cassette tape.

·       If you are a Recording Artists who plans to participate in the
Career Development Workshops, please bring any promotional materials
which you are currently using to promote yourself.

C)      Downloads – we have included a page on the retreat website
where you can download documents relating to the retreat. See
www.songs-and-music.com for more info.

D)      Accommodation @ 9 Beaches Resort (www.9beaches.com) – The
block of rooms which were being held in the reservation system at 9
Beaches for the retreat have been released into the general
reservation system. However, you still have the opportunity to book
your accommodation at the promotional rates included on our website
provided that there are Cabana rooms still available at the time of
booking. Contact 9 Beaches at info@... or (441) 239-2501 for
more information.

E)      Registration Deadline – The deadline for on-line registrations
for the Bermuda Songwriting & Artist Retreat is Friday 15th September
2006. Registration for this event after the 15th Sept will need to be
made on-site at 9 Beaches on Thursday 5th Oct; the first day of the
retreat.

F)      Heather Nova – Bermudian International Recording Artist
Heather Nova (www.heathernova.com) will be participating in the
retreat on Sunday 8th Oct. We will have an informal chat and Q&A
session with Heather when she will discuss her own journey in becoming
a successful Recording Artist.

For more information about the Bermuda Songwriting & Artist Retreat
2006 please see our website at www.songs-and-music.com or contact us
at SongRetreat@...

Richard Bassett – Renascent Music Publishing – Bermuda Songwriters Association


=========================================

Richard T. Bassett

Renascent Music Publishing

P.O. Box HM791

Hamilton HMCX

BERMUDA

Tel/Fax: (213) 947-1034 (Los Angeles)

Tel: (441) 234-2312 (Bermuda)

songs@...

www.renascent.org

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Songsalive! http://www.songsalive.org
Females On Fire http://www.femalesonfire.com
Artistlivingroom discussion group http://www.artistlivingroom.com

CJ was a Songsalive! coordinator here in Los Angeles. I am deeply
affected by his sudden departure from this world and I will remember
him as being a loyal, dedicated, enthusiastic, humorous and talented
person, artist, songwriter and friend.

Gilli

---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Joan Enguita <joanenguita@...>
Date: Aug 21, 2006 8:50 PM
Subject: CJ Littlepage passed away
To:





Dear friends,

I was deeply saddened to hear get the call this morning.  CJ
Littlepage passed away alone in his home in Riverside last Thursday,
August 17th.   His family in Missouri has been notified.   There are
currently no known plans for a memorial service or funeral.    I hope
to hear something though.

He was scheduled to perform this Saturday at our house concert and we
were devastated to hear the news of his passing.   I was especially
looking forward to our audience getting the chance to hear his
charming, homegrown songs and to get to know the kind and gentle man.

He has friends in the music community both in California and in
Nashville.   I hope you will pass this information on to your email
lists as I'm not sure if people who know him will get the news.

Jimi Yamagishi and I have talked of having a special show to honor
this talented singer songwriter.   Please let us know if you would be
interested.

If you want to send a condolence to the family, the address is

Family of CJ Littlepage

3859 Finley Court

Riverside, 92501-1807

The musician's friend, KCSN radio host Larry Wines, will be playing
some of CJs track on his show this Saturday morning some time between
9:00 and 10:00 a.m.   You can tune in on 88.5 FM in the L.A. area and
you can listen live on the internet at www.KCSN.org     Larry may have
some special guests performing a few of CJs songs as well.

May you rest in peace, CJ   We will miss your sweet smile and
delightful songs.   You brought sunshine into our lives.

Joan







Our




Joan Enguita

Lancaster, California  661-618-0964
www.sonicbids.com/joanenguita   Electronic Press Kit: Bio, Reviews,
Calendar, Songs, Photos

www.joanenguita.com

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Songsalive! http://www.songsalive.org
Females On Fire http://www.femalesonfire.com
Artistlivingroom discussion group http://www.artistlivingroom.com

Stick your tongue out and taste the talent! Catch a rising star!

Join Songsalive! hosts Steven Andrew Kacsmar and Deborah Crooks for a full
evening of entertainment with some of our premier songwriters.  The
Songsalive! San Francisco Showcase takes place every second Wednesday.

About the venue - located a half block from the Metreon Theatre Complex,
Café Infusion features tasty, healthy food, a wide selection of drinks,
yummy desserts, a nice rotation of art from local artists, and a growing
lineup of live music.

Date:  Wednesday Sept. 13, 2006
Time:  7:30PM - 9:30 PM

Café Infusion
http://cafeinfusion.com/
829 Mission St. (between 4th St. and 5th St.)
San Francisco, CA
(415) 808-0808

Cover: Free 

5 Great Songwriters, 1 Great Night of Songs!
Featuring:

Brian Gore                      http://www.guitarpoet.com

Trevor Justice                  http://trevorjustice.com

Michael Gregory                 http://lodelinemusic.com

Jean Mazzei                     http://jeanmazzei.com

Jared Young                     http://jaredyoung.com

Co-Host Deborah Crooks          http://deborahcrooks.com

Co-Host: Steven Andrew Kacsmar  http://www.stevenandrewkacsmar.com

The Songsalive! Showcases are the best industry secret, a great happening
all around the world. Songsalive! Showcases are a very cozy, intimate and
acoustic environment where media and music industry representatives often
drop by to check out the latest talent.

Showcase your music and support our Songsalive! national and international
live events and showcases presenting songwriters and artists of original
music. Songsalive! also connects you to shows presented by other
organizations. Showcases are conducted globally. 

Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support
and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide. Founded in 1997,
Songsalive! is run by songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicenter,
a heart of the international songwriting community and music markets,
bridging the gaps, tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at
the same time giving them and their music the support they deserve. Through
Songsalive!, songs and songwriters can be accessed by the whole world and
when the hunt is on, Songsalive! is a one-stop song shop! Songsalive! gives
life to songs, provides opportunities for collaboration, creates awareness
about original music, promotes and educates through an amazing network of
programs designed especially for songwriters and original music: live events
and showcases; songwriter critique workshops, songleads and industry
pitches; cd samplers; education seminars and Expos; artist development;
studio production; informational source and networking.

Contact: Direct Songsalive! SF Showcase inquiries to Steven Andrew Kacsmar
at 415 333-4172 or email Songsalive! at norcal@...

More about us at http://www.songsalive.org

Membership here!  http://www.songsalive.org/join.html

More about Songsalive! San Francisco Chapter 
http://www.songsalive.org/Norcal.html

TO BE REMINDED OF THIS EVENT AND TO JOIN THE SAN FRANCISCO SONGSALIVE! FREE
SONGWRITERS COMMUNITY, SUBSCRIBE TO SONGSALIVE! ENOTES 
http://www.songsalive.org/enotes and scroll down to Regional Enotes for your
Chapter city.

Mark your calendar!  The Songsalive! San Francisco Songwriting Workshop is
happening again every 2nd Tuesday from 7-8:30 at

Snoring Dog Studio
21 Homewood Ct.
San Francisco, CA

415 333-4172

Bring a song and a friend!  Or bring a song and make a new friend!

Please RSVP if you plan to attend so we can provide the right amount of
finger food and tasty beverage.

Steven Andrew

VOCAL WORKSHOP WITH ROXANNE KIELY

Australian Singing teacher to the "Stars Of Today"

(Top 10 Australian artists: Delta Goodrem, Adam Saunders, Sarah Blasko,
Natalie Bassingthwaite).
Roxanne is in Los Angeles for one week only. She will be conducting a
workshop on Monday September 18, and will also be available for private one
on one sessions. Don't miss your opportunity to learn from one of
Australia's top singing teachers.

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DATE: MONDAY SEPTEMBER 18
TIME: 7pm - 9.30pm
ADDRESS: Sherman Oaks CA 91411 - full address given on registration for
WORKSHOP
FEE: $60.

Workshop includes Double CD Vocal Exercise Pack included in Workshop fee
(normal value $35USA)
CD. 1 Range Extension & Projection & More
CD. 2 Articulation & Register Blending & More
Plus a 20 Page Booklet. See below for more details of this Double Vocal
Exercise CD.

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HOW TO REGISTER:
There is limited seating. Please reserve your space.

1. Email usa@... to register, including your full name, email,
contact phone and how you will pay (check or credit card)

2. a) Send your check (payable to 'Songsalive!') BY SEPT 10, for $60 to
Songsalive! - Roxanne's Vocal workshop 12115 Magnolia Blvd, suite 219, North
Hollywood, CA 91607

b) Or, pay via credit card here (credit card fees apply, approx $3-4)
http://www.acteva.com/go/songsalive
Questions: p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...

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WORKSHOP OUTLINE:

Can you answer yes to any of the following?

.. "I find it painful and a strain when singing."
.. "I struggle to reach high notes."
.. "I need a bigger range."
.. "My vocal projection is weak."
.. "I wish my upper register were stronger."
.. "I don't feel comfortable singing falsetto."
.. "I need greater vocal control."
.. "I need greater breath control."
.. "I lose my voice after:
o Singing a few songs
o Talking loudly
o Shouting"
.. "I have a problem with articulation."
.. "When I sing I run out of air before finishing a phrase."

If you struggle with any or all of the above, Roxanne is holding a vocal
workshop to talk about how you can learn to overcome these problems. Listen
to her unique story of how she overcame severe vocal nodules without having
to have a throat operation.


Roxanne specializes in a vocal technique that includes:

.. Pain Free Singing,
.. Extensive range extension, and projection,
.. Articulation,
.. Vocal blending,

As well as working on:
. Tone
. Pitch
. Vocal Style
. Performance
.... And much more.....

Below is an introduction to The Vocal Exercise Double CD Pack: -

Welcome to the beginning of your beautiful voice:

This CD exercise set has been developed as a result of my personal
experience as a singer, and the experiences of students I have taught.

If you develop and maintain your own routine, using these exercises, in
combination with correct placement and breath support, I guarantee you will
achieve a spectacular improvement, not only in your range, but also in your
vocal control and projection. Furthermore these exercises will greatly aid
in the healing of damaged vocal chords.

How can I be so confident of this?

Because I went through this process myself, having had to deal with damaged
vocal chords, due to incorrect placement.
After years of working gruelling schedules of nightly performances, I woke
up one morning to find I could not produce a recognisable sound when
attempting to talk. I hadn't seen it coming, as I was unaware that I was
singing incorrectly at the time, and here it was, every singer's ultimate
nightmare: no voice. Although sad and deflated by my circumstance, I decided
to find out what I could do about this as soon as possible.

Now, many vocalists have had to confront this issue at some point in their
careers: "Nodules" or calluses have formed on their vocal chords, as a
result of bad vocal habits. Sometimes these nodules are so pronounced they
are referred to as a "polyp".

Some people decide to have these nodules surgically removed. While this has
often proven to be a successful method for dealing with the immediate
problem, it does not take care of the cause, and many singers find that
their nodules, within months of having been removed, begin to reappear.

In contrast to this "quick fix" approach, I decided to heal the damage to my
chords while developing a new and much stronger long-term strategy to
protect and enhance my voice.

As a result of learning correct vocal technique, the nodules on my vocal
chords disappeared and my singing voice returned. Everything I hoped to
achieve happened, and more. My range began to expand well beyond what it had
previously been and I had developed greater projection and control.

Through these exercises you will find that, if you follow the advice I
outline in the tutorial, you will notice a definitive improvement in all
aspects of your vocal style and production and if you practise these
exercises on a daily basis, I guarantee you will achieve the best version of
your voice that you possibly can.

It's an exciting journey you are about to embark upon and I wish you all the
best with your new routine.
Roxanne

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ABOUT ROXANNE KIELY

Aside from working on her own career as a musician, songwriter and
performer,
Roxanne has developed a strong reputation as a vocal tutor for the past 14
years, counting many of Australia's current singing stars as pupils. Check
her website for more details (www.roxanne.kiely.com). In 2001, Roxanne and
her husband, Stephen Kiely, consolidated their individual creative efforts
under the business name ScoopFX. The original intention was for the name to
represent and manage them as solo performers, as well as the vehicle of
their original music, Prodigal Twins, and covers band, Cover ME. Since 2003
the business has expanded into vocal and musical instrument tuition. Their
annual Student Concerts have developed such a successful reputation around
Sydney, Australia that Roxanne and Stephen were recently commissioned to
produce the inaugural Search For A Star competition (www.scoopfx.com/star/).

With a weekly base of 90 students, ScoopFX Music Tuition demands a lot of
their time and attention, but they both value their song writing skills and
keep them honed by bringing on and co-writing with promising students, thus
passing on a greater wealth of musical knowledge via ScoopFX Music Tuition.

In 1997, after becoming disillusioned with the lack of support for
songwriters at ground level in Australia, Roxanne, with assistance from
co-founder gilli moon, formed Songsalive! (www.songsalive.org). Within a
couple of years the organization had grown from a handful of members in one
city, to an international member-driven group which has become a force in
every country in which it is represented. Since 1999, Roxanne has been
directing virtually all aspects of the organisation's Australian arm.

In 1997, Roxanne wrote a song called 'Binomea' and had her 25 piece
children's choir sing for Channel Seven's "World Around Us" program. The
documentary concerned the famous Australian landmark, the Jenolan Caves.
Recently, Roxanne was presented with the TSA (Tamworth Songwriters'
Association) Award for two of her songs, "Little Bit Of You" and "Many
Dreams Later", from her self-produced and self-funded album entitled "See
The Difference".

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TESTIMONIALS:-
"Since beginning singing tuition with Roxanne Kiely, I am amazed at how much
better I am singing on so many levels. Fair enough that may sound clich?d -
but I am a male vocalist who has been performing

professionally for over 10 years and have had singing lessons from well
known & established singing teachers the entire time. Only now (finally) am
I seeing results I wish I had been having 10 years ago. My family are all
musically inclined and after even the 2nd and 3rd lesson, they commented on
how enjoyable it was to hear me start singing as I was. It is honestly all
because of Roxanne and her method. I have her CD's in the car and practise
for maybe 20 minutes a day and am able to complete numbered exercises that
are over double what I could reach on my initial lesson. I have been seeing
Roxanne for a weekly lesson for approx. 2 months now and have progressed
more in that time, than I did with all my previous lessons from other vocal
teachers put together. Words can really not describe just how impressed I am
with both her and my progression."

Josh Barker - 2006 Josh.barker@...

"My 16 year old daughter Caitlin started vocal tuition with Roxanne Kiely in
Feb 2006. Caitlin?s voice had been developing nicely over a number of years
but in the last 6 months we have seen remarkable improvements in her vocal
range, quality and breathing. At recent performances many people have
commented how much more powerful her voice has become. Roxanne?s suggestions
for performance techniques have been invaluable and have given Caitlin so
much more confidence. Over the years Caitlin has tried many different vocal
exercises, but Roxanne?s method produces results. I don?t have to remind her
to do them, she wants to, because she can see real improvement. With Roxanne
it?s not just the vocal tuition, it?s the enthusiasm, the supportive,
encouraging style, not only from Roxanne, but also from her partner Stephen,
who is ready to help and give advice when needed. We feel so fortunate to be
students of ScoopFX."
Kim Harnett - 2006 - kim.harnett@...

"Alaina Bodley has been attending singing lessons under Roxanne's tuition
for the last 10 to 11 months. She started singing at 10 years of age and had
had no previous experience or lessons. Alaina first began singing struggling
to reach most notes, as her voice was very airy and husky. After an
examination from an ENT specialist it was noticed that she was close to
getting nodules on her vocal chords. Roxanne encouraged Alaina to practise
projecting her voice forward and use the correct voice placement techniques
in order to not damage her young vocal chords. In time, with lessons just
once a week, Alaina's voice has improved tremendously. Recently Alaina has
sung songs with relative ease, which in the past she struggled to get
through. I am extremely pleased with her progress and she is very pleased
with herself as well." -

Nathalie Bodley - 2006 - nattersb@...

You'll find a lot more testimonials on the
<http://www..scoopfx.com/tuition_testimonials.html> ScoopFX site and on
<http://www.roxanne.kiely.com/tuition/testimonials.html> Roxanne's Vocal
pages.

*********************************************************************
HOW TO REGISTER:
There is limited seating. Please reserve your space.

1. Email usa@... to register, including your full name, email,
contact phone and how you will pay (check or credit card)

2. a) Send your check (payable to 'Songsalive!') BY SEPT 10, for $60 to
Songsalive! - Roxanne's Vocal workshop 12115 Magnolia Blvd, suite 219, North
Hollywood, CA 91607

b) Or, pay via credit card here (credit card fees apply, approx $3-4)
http://www.acteva.com/go/songsalive

Questions: p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...

<http://www.scoopfx.com/tuition/index.html> ScoopFX Music Tution - Teacher
to the Stars Of Today
Roxanne Kiely 0411 465 332
Roxanne@... Roxanne.Kiely.com
<http://www.roxanne.kiely.com/index.html>
sydney@... songsalive.org
<http://www.songsalive.org/index.html>
Roxanne@... CoverMe.com.au
<http://www.coverme.com.au/index.html>


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This workshop is proudly sponsored by
SONGSALIVE!
Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide
p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...

ABOUT SONGSALIVE! Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the
nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide.
Songsalive! is run by songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicentre,
a heart of the international songwriting community and music markets,
bridging the gaps, tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at
the same time giving them and their music the support they deserve.
Songsalive! gives life to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration,
create awareness about original music, promote and educate through an
amazing network of programs designed especially for songwriters and original
music. Support Songsalive! and help energize the business of songwriting and
music. Join the Songsalive! network and become a link in the chain.

*songwriters unite in the new music revolution*
<http://www.songsalive.org/> http://www.songsalive.org join our news lists,
myspace, and other discussion groups at
<outbind://23/www.songsalive.org/enotes> www.songsalive.org/enotes

WORKSHOP DETAILS CAN ALSO BE VIEWED AT
http://www.songsalive.org/pressRoxanneVocalWorkshop.html

(Hi Songsalive folks! This is being cross-posted to several lists to make sure
that everyone
who needs to see it, does.)

The Riverbluff Music Festival's Performing Songwriter Competition has extended
its entry
postmark deadline to Wednesday, August 30 - plenty of time to enter your great
songs!
The festival takes place in Ashland City, TN (just north of Nashville) on
Saturday,
September 23rd.

Contest is open to performing songwriters in any genre.

The Grand Prize winner of this contest will perform a set on the mainstage of
the festival
in 2007 - last year's contest winner, Leigh Skillington, will share the 2006
bill with Jim
Lauderdale, Shawn Camp, Kevin Welch/Kieran Kane/Fats Kaplin, David Olney,
Elizabeth
Cook, Michael O'Neill and others.  It's a great opportunity to be heard...more
information
and entry form available at the festival website:
http://www.riverbluffmusicfestival.com

Or enter online at our Sonicbids page:
http://www.sonicbids.com/riverbluffcompetition

Kathy Hussey
Coordinator-Performing Songwriter Contest
River Bluff Music Festival
Ashland City, TN
September 23, 2006
http://www.riverbluffmusicfestival.com

TEMECULA VALLEY INTERNATIONAL FILM AND MUSIC FESTIVAL (TVIFF) - ARTISTS
WANTED SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 16 FOR SONGSALIVE! SHOWCASE IN THE MARKETPLACE
@Tower Plaza Hotel
27555 Ynez Road
Temecula, CA 92591
http://www.tviff.com

It's Lights Camera Music Action

September 13 to 17, 2006, marks the Temecula Valley International Film and
Music Festival's 12th anniversary, showcasing a remarkable diversity of
local, national and international films and personalities to the delight of
enthusiastic audiences. The Festival is pleased to include the fourth year
of the Music component...the best up-and-coming creative talents in film and
music from all over the world will compete for recognition, honor and
prizes.

This year the Tower Plaza will be converted into a top notch Outdoor Dinner
Concert & Movie Theatre. Each night you will be exposed to the festival's
finest in music and short films. Out of over 300 music acts we have selected
the top 10 artists and each night 5 acts will perform under the stars of
Temecula. Between each music performance will be a screening of short
independent films from animation to awesome student film shorts.

TVIFF MUSICFEST EXTRAVAGANZA!

Friday, September 15, 2006 7pm to 11pm - TVIFF Musicfest
Saturday, September 16, 2006 1pm to 3pm Songsalive! Showcase in the
Marketplace with our featured songwriters
Saturday, September 16, 2006 7pm to 11pm - TVIFF Musicfest
Sunday, September 17, 2006 11am -12:30pm - gilli moon "MPWR - Path to
Empowerment" - Workshop
Sunday, September 17, 2006 11am - closing - TVIFF events and Gala
@ Courtyard, Tower Plaza
27555 Ynez Road
Temecula, CA 92591
www.tviff.com

TWO DAY MUSICFEST: Admission: $15 Film/Music Pass

For an amazing $15.00 you will be entertained, wined, and dined. Each ticket
price gets you through the red carpet entrance to a wide variety of foods,
wine, and soft drinks.

If the night stars aren't enough for you, keep an eye out for film stars,
music moguls, and the art's best movers and shakers. It will be a red carpet
ride of the "Best In Fest".

Come and hang out with the stars under the stars!

SONGSALIVE! OPPORTUNITIES:

SATURDAY SEPT. 16 - 1pm till 3pm - Songsalive! will be hosting a special
Songsalive! Showcase at the Temecula Festival! This is an amazing
opportunity to be seen by the best film makers and music industry personal
in the country. Our Songsalive! Showcase stage will be located in the
Marketplace, a hub of activity for the festival.

About Songsalive! Showcases at http://www.songsalive.org/showcaseapp.

Interested performers please go to this page and apply VIA EMAIL to
usa@.... You must fill in an application. Elite members get first
preference but all Songsalive! members are encouraged to apply. We will only
take a select few artists so HURRY!!!!!

SUNDAY SEPT. 17 - 11am - gilli moon (Songsalive! president) will be
conducting her "MPWR - Path to Artist Empowerment" - Workshop

About - Define success on your own terms... professional artist development,
staying motivated, how to develop the right relationships, marketing and
promotional tools, and overcoming obstacles. Gilli Moon hosts an MPWR
(empower) Workshop to motivate you beyond creativity, into the business
world of the Professional Artist. This workshop will help you take the next
step with your artistry - guiding, motivating, encouraging and providing
tools, tips and solutions to take your artistry into the business world of
the entertainment industry. Plus tips on indie promotional and marketing
strategies to put philosophy into practice.

Songsalive!
Supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide
U.S p: 1-310-238-0359 e: usa@...
AUS: p: 61-2-9294-2415 e: sydney@...

Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to the nurturing, support
and promotion of songwriters and composers worldwide. Songsalive! is run by
songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicentre, a heart of the
international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps,
tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time
giving them and their music the support they deserve. Support Songsalive!
and help energize the business of songwriting and music. Join the
Songsalive! world nation at http://www.songsalive.org

Hi Everyone, I wanted to let you know about a Vocal Workshop that I'll be
presenting on
Sunday, September 17th, in Boston. The workshop is titled "Sing Powerfully
Without Strain
or Vocal Blowout" and is by far my most popular workshop.

In the workshop we'll look at the primary causes of vocal strain and fatigue and
how to
handle them; how to increase vocal range and power without strain; effective
vocal warm-
up and cool-down techniques; and nutritional do's and don'ts for singers. I will
also show
you how you can remedy any current vocal fatigue or damage.

If you ever lose your voice after gigs or rehearsals, find that your range
decreases the
longer you sing, OR get a stiff, tired or sore throat during or after singing, I
CAN HELP!

Join us for this very important workshop on Sunday, September 17, 2006 2:00pm -
4:00pm

For more information on the workshop please give me a call at 617-536-4553. You
can
also go to our website at www.DevaStudiosBoston.com. Click on Workshops.

I hope to see you then!


Jennifer Truesdale
Director
Jeannie Deva Voice Studios, Boston
295 Huntington Ave, Suite 209
Boston, MA 02115
Jennifer@...
www.DevaStudiosBoston.com
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THE INDEPENDENT MUSIC CONFERENCE, 2006

The IMC is coming up THIS weekend in Philadelphia, PA.
Are you registered yet? It's not too late.

For the past 4 years, Songsalive! has been a major force in the IMC
and we want you to be part of it for 2006.

DETAILS:
IMC Philadelphia PA
Aug 30 - Sept 4, 2006
Sheraton Society Hill,
One Dock Street, Philadelphia, PA
VISIT www.imc06.com TO REGISTER NOW!

Register for the IMC and maximize your attendance with special
Songsalive! programs at the conference! The IMC focuses on what's
really important at a music conference: education and
internetworking. Topics: legal issues, digital rights, digital
distro, hearing and voice protection, performance and rehearsal
education, business planning, alternative revenue streams, marketing
and promotion, technical issues, gear, booking, management,
publishing, contracts, copyright, and much more. We encourage your
or your band to attend, and only one of each band chosen to perform
needs to be a registrant. Your conference registration also entitles
you to one free set-up with IndieGate.com - sell your indie CDs and
merchandise online.

You can learn from great panels about indie music, songwriting and
more, attend the Songsalive! Songcamp, perform at the Songsalive!
Acoustic Roundabout, and come hang at the Songsalive! booth. Visit
the Sponsored Events page at
http://www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents-IMC.html for details about
how Songsalive! will be participating.

Gilli says: "The IMC is relatively inexpensive to
attend and a worthwhile conference. TRULY spectacular in my opinion.
Philly has been running for 3 years and always a success. I and
Songsalive! have very much been a part of the conference and we have
had a booth, run workshops, hold showcases and more at it."

Plus, Australia Chapter Coordinators Roxanne and Stephen Kiely are
travelling to the U.S. for Philadelphia's IMC 2006, Aug. 30-Sept. 4,
meeting gilli moon and other Songsalive! members for this sponsored
event.

Don't miss it!

L.A./Santa Monica Songsalive! West Side Showcase @ The Talking Stick, Thur.
Aug. 31, 8pm -10pm


L.A./Santa Monica Songsalive! West Side Showcase @ The Talking Stick, Thur.
Aug. 31, 8pm -10pm

THE PLACE for songwriters, artists, music lovers and the music industry TO
MEET, CONVERSE, PERFORM AND HANG.

Songsalive! showcases top talent, mingling with the new music industry pros,
in an intimate, casual internet cafe atmosphere, with the beaches of the
Pacific Ocean less than a mile away. Featuring talented songwriters from
around the globe, the Songsalive! Showcases are the best industry secret, a
great happening all around the world.

Showcase your music and support our Songsalive! national and international
live events and showcases presenting songwriters and artists of original
music where media and music industry representatives often drop by to check
out the latest talent.


WHEN: Last Thursdays of the Month NEXT: Thurs. Aug. 31
WHERE: The Talking Stick Internet Cafe
1630 Ocean Park Boulevard, Santa Monica, CA 90405
www.thetalkingstick.net - Songsalive! contact info below

TIME: 8:00 - 10:00pm Songsalive! Featured Songwriters

COST: Free entry, donations accepted

YOUR HOST: Maureen Doherty

Featured performers:
Gregory John Group
Lisa Graciano, www.lisagraciano.com
Jimi Yamagishi, www.jimiyamagishi.com

Arrive early for the eclectic, jazz influenced instrumental sounds of Shawn
Cunnane on guitar - performers start promptly at 8pm

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * **

MORE INFO on the event, upcoming events, joining Songsalive! and to
apply to showcase: http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

CONTACT: phone 310-238-0359 email: usaATsongsalive.org

Songsalive! is a non profit 501 (c)(3) public charity organization dedicated
to the nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers
worldwide, with chapters running workshops and showcases all across the
United States, Australia, now in West Canada and in London. Songsalive! is
run by songwriters for songwriters. It acts as an epicenter, a heart of the
international songwriting community and music markets, bridging the gaps,
tapping songwriters into the pulse of the business and at the same time
giving them and their music the support they deserve. Songsalive! gives life
to songs, provide opportunities for collaboration, create awareness about
original music, promote and educate through an amazing network of programs
designed especially for songwriters and original music. Support Songsalive!
and help energize the business of songwriting and music. Join the
Songsalive! network and become a link in the chain.

http://www.songsalive.org

We are moving full steam ahead in organizing the first ever Bermuda
Songwriting & Artist Retreat 2006 being held from 5th - 8th October 2006
at the fabulous 9 Beaches Resort in Sandys, Bermuda. Information about
the retreat can be found at www.songs-and-music.com.

Here is some updated information for those planning to attend:

A) FAQ's - we have added a 'Frequently Asked Questions' page to the
retreat website at www.songs-and-music.com. This page includes valuable
information about booking your place at the retreat, travel to Bermuda,
accommodation etc.

B) What To Bring - For those of you who have booked your place at
the retreat and who wish to participate fully in the Workshops, please
make a note of the following items which you should bring:

* If you are a Songwriter, you should bring copies of your songs
on CD or cassette tape plus extra copies of your lyric sheets for the
Lyric Writing & Melody Writing Workshops.
* If you plan to participate in the Performance Workshops you
should bring your instrument (if possible) or a backing track on CD or
cassette tape.
* If you are a Recording Artists who plans to participate in the
Career Development Workshops, please bring any promotional materials
which you are currently using to promote yourself.

C) Downloads - we have included a page on the retreat website where
you can download documents relating to the retreat. See
www.songs-and-music.com for more info.

D) Accommodation @ 9 Beaches Resort (www.9beaches.com) - The block
of rooms which were being held in the reservation system at 9 Beaches
for the retreat have been released into the general reservation system.
However, you still have the opportunity to book your accommodation at
the promotional rates included on our website provided that there are
Cabana rooms still available at the time of booking. Contact 9 Beaches
at info@... or (441) 239-2501 for more information.

E) Registration Deadline - The deadline for on-line registrations
for the Bermuda Songwriting & Artist Retreat is Friday 15th September
2006. Registration for this event after the 15th Sept will need to be
made on-site at 9 Beaches on Thursday 5th Oct; the first day of the
retreat.

F) Heather Nova - Bermudian International Recording Artist Heather
Nova (www.heathernova.com) will be participating in the retreat on
Sunday 8th Oct. We will have an informal chat and Q&A session with
Heather when she will discuss her own journey in becoming a successful
Recording Artist.

For more information about the Bermuda Songwriting & Artist Retreat 2006
please see our website at www.songs-and-music.com or contact us at
SongRetreat@...

Richard Bassett - Renascent Music Publishing - Bermuda Songwriters
Association


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Richard T. Bassett
Renascent Music Publishing
P.O. Box HM791
Hamilton HMCX
BERMUDA
Tel/Fax: (213) 947-1034 (Los Angeles)
Tel: (441) 234-2312 (Bermuda)
songs@...
www.renascent.org
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Hello, All.  It's been awhile since I've posted with the group.  I'd like to
renew my
introduction to you and network a little.

I'm an Akron-Cleveland area composer/vocalist in need of immediate work.  My
fortes are:
piano composition (contemporary dark rhythm-oriented or sparse, beautiful,
haunting,
mood/vibe)j; piano/vocal music:  genres pop, jazzie, classically-oriented and
incorporated
styles into above piano music description).  Looking to write especially for
film and t.v.  I
have been involved in original music projects for over 20 years and have not
ventured into
writing professionally for piano solely, however, I've been writing piano
compositions since
I was 15.  I studied Music Composition with a minor in vocal performance at The
University
of Akron.  I'm a semester or two away from a Bachelor Degree in Music
Composition. I
wrote 3 CDs and also the Cleveland theme song to The Race For The Cure event,
all on
piano.  For my band, I then translated my piano compositions to rock
arrangements with a
full electric band.

I'm also looking for connections to music supervisors for placement of my last 3
CDs
(original modern rock).  I would be happy to email you a snippet of my latest
vocal work in
the studio and please see my site for further information, as well:  http://
www.jetdogrecords.com

As for my photography, if any musician in my area needs artistic portraiture
(including
stage shots), please let me know.  Please see my site for examples of my work: 
http://
www.sunchaserphotography.com

If any composers are seeking a great vocalist for vibey music or pop/rock,
please email
me.

Thanks, Robin Graham

Ireland Listening Room International Songwriters' Retreat, Sept. 24 - Oct.
1, 2006 Space Available

A maximum of twenty songwriters from Denmark, Ireland, Sweden, Norway and
the US will gather again for an intensive week of co-writing, networking and
development of craft on the island of Inisheer, Ireland for the Third Annual
Brett Perkins' Listening Room International Songwriters' Retreat.

On the retreat, participants are involved in daily vocal warm - up sessions,
song circles, workshops, and assigned co-writing partnerships, with
additional song sharing circles each evening.  In addition, three Listening
Room Concert Series presentations take place during the week - one at the
theatre on the island, and one in the river city of Galway.

The cost for the week is 1000€, based on seven nights shared housing,
tranport to the island to and from Galway, as well as breakfast, lunch and
dinner included each day. Private rooms are available on a limited basis.

Confirmed participants include American hit songwriter Alan Roy Scott
(Stevie Wonder, Celine Dion, Notorious B.I.G.), Unisong International Song
Contest Grand Prize winner Judith de los Santos (US), Henning Kvitness (N),
Amalie Riis (DK),  Irish Hot Press award winning writer Una Healy and many
more.

Registration is open now to writers at all levels of development who possess
a sincere desire to grow, upon review of their work. Submissions can be made
via email to brett@... or by post to Brett Perkins, c/o
Barkhuus, Malmøgade 4, 4 t.v., 2100 København Ø, DK. Further information at
http://www.listeningroomretreats.com

Limited to a total of 20 participants on a first come, first serve basis,
with spots confirmed upon receipt of a non-refundable 50% deposit.