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ATTEND THE BERMUDA SONGWRITING AND ARTIST RETREAT 2006

Bermuda Songwriters Association in cooperation with Renascent Music
Publishing, and sponsored by Songsalive!, are hosting Bermuda's first ever
Songwriting & Artist Retreat. See <http://www.songs-and-music.com>
www.songs-and-music.com for more information.

The Bermuda Songwriting & Artist Retreat 2006 is being held at the Amazing 9
Beaches Bermuda Resort ( <http://www.9beaches.com> http://www.9beaches.com)
and combines intensive songwriting and artist workshops, performance and
artist development, song critique sessions, and live performances in
paradise! It is truly an affordable and a once in a lifetime opportunity,
you won't believe it!

<< This event is being sponsored by Songsalive!, Bermuda Arts Council,
BELCO, Suzanne & Shawn Murphy, Dr. Alexander Romeo and 9 Beaches Resort>>

Workshops will be conducted by:

* Gilli Moon - Singer/Songwriter & Recording Artist (
<http://www.gillimoon.com> http://www.gillimoon.com),
* Steven Memel - Voice, Speech & Vocal Performance Coach (
<http://www.stevenmemel.com> http://www.stevenmemel.com)
* Jason Blume - Songwriter whose songs have been featured on albums and
videos selling more than 50 million copies ( <http://www.jasonblume.com>
http://www.jasonblume.com)


When: 5th - 8th October 2006 (arrivals on Wed 4th Oct and departures on
Monday 9th Oct)

Where: 9 Beaches Resort, Sandys BERMUDA - <http://www.9beaches.com>
http://www.9beaches.com - (441) 239-2999 or
<http://mymail.bermuda.com/scripts/mail/compose.mail?compose=1&.ob=3d0aad3eb
ce9c182117bd17b91e8e7276c88fc44&composeto=info@...&composecc=&subje
ct=&body=> info@...

Accommodation Cost:

Double Occupancy: $110 per person per night (including breakfast) or $150
per person night (including breakfast and dinner)

Single Occupancy: $165 per person per night (including breakfast) or $205
per night (including breakfast and dinner)

Note: These rates include all taxes, gratuities & fees. Accommodation is
paid separately to the Workshop cost. Accommodation rates in effect until
July 31st 2006 and based on availability at time of booking.



Workshop Cost: $225 for 4 days of workshops
Songsalive! members pay a discounted $195 for the 4-day event. To access
this discount click on the link below and choose Songsalive! discount. You
must write your 4 digit member number. If you don't know that, email
usa@... first to get your number from Songsalive!

LIMITED SPACE SO RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW. BOOK ONLINE HERE:
<http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=103302>
http://www.acteva.com/go/retreat

Workshop Topics:

Gilli Moon - Define success on your own terms - Professional artist
development, staying motivated, how to develop the right relationships,
marketing and promotional tools, overcoming obstacles and touring - artist
empowerment, defining creative strengths and image - creating success and
goals - the three O's - realities of the music business - Hit songwriting
and structure, song critiques - intensive career strategies from creating,
promotion, marketing, touring and distribution Gilli 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 - Tips on indie promotional and
marketing strategies to put philosophy into practice.

Steven Memel - Understanding the Unique Challenges facing the
Singer/Songwriter - The Magic of Elements - Presence, Charisma and TRUTH -
Analyzing the Story of your Song - Getting the most Emotional Impact out of
your song - on Stage or in the Studio, Breaking Patterns - How to make room
for Spontaneity - Rehearsal Techniques - How to Connect and Communicate with
your Audience - Connecting with the Band - Developing your Unique Style -
Freedom with or without your Instrument - Rehearsal Techniques for the
Studio - The Mindset of Contemporary Vocal and Instrumental Recording -
Gestures and physicality that enhance your performance - How to Work the
Stage - The Power of Focus and how to use it - Movement Dynamics - Tempo,
Legato, Staccato and Surprise.

Jason Blume - Writing Lyrics that Effectively Communicate What's in Your
Heart - What Music Business Executives Really Want - Crafting Melodies
Listeners Can't Forget - Why & How to Use Successful Song Structures -
Taking Care of Business: Producing Successful Demos; Understanding
Royalties; Publishing; Pitching; Music Publishing Contracts - Constructive &
Supportive critiques - Creative exercises, Collaborations, and/or the actual
writing of a song.


Open Mic Events:
Friday October 6 @ Bermuda Folk Club (Hamilton)
Saturday October 7 @ 9 Beaches Resort
Sunday October 8 @ Chewstick (Dockyard)


LIMITED SPACE SO RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW. BOOK ONLINE HERE:
<http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=103302>
http://www.acteva.com/go/retreat


For more information on the Retreat please contact Richard Bassett at
<http://mymail.bermuda.com/scripts/mail/compose.mail?compose=1&.ob=3d0aad3eb
ce9c182117bd17b91e8e7276c88fc44&composeto=SongRetreat@...&composecc=
&subject=&body=> SongRetreat@... or call (213) 947-1034 (Los
Angeles), (615) 296-4335 (Nashville), (441) 518-1699 (Bermuda) or +44 (0)207
617 7443 (London)

PRODUCED BY Renascent Music Publishing (SOCAN) - <http://www.renascent.org>
http://www.renascent.org



Sponsored by Songsalive!, supporting and promoting songwriters worldwide
<http://www.songsalive.org/> http://www.songsalive.org



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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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