<http://www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents.html>

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



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

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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MILKCRATE WANTS YOUR TRASH
Yes it's true. Milkcrate wants your unused objects for music making.
But what do you get in return?

By attaching a postal address, you get a free audio CD of this
session. Please give generously!

Send objects to:
3/35 Sussex Street, Glenelg, 5045.

You can phone 8376 4081 or email stomczak@... if you want
more information before donating an object.

There is a limit of one object per person. Ensure that objects are in
fact unwanted, unmusical and hygienic. Also, they must be able to fit
inside a milkcrate.

There will be a 24 hour non-stop session, where music will be made
using only your rubbish as source material. This will be held at the
Gallery de la Catessen, 9 Anster Street, Adelaide from:

9 am Thursday 20th July - 9 am Friday 21st July, 2006.

You are welcome to drop in any time and say hello! Come by and see how
we are going with your trash.

More information about the milkcrate project can be found on the website:
http://www.milkcrate.com.au

Thanks for your time and have a nice day.

- Sebastian Tomczak


--------------------------
sebastian tomczak

t: 08 8376 4081
m: 0407 721 351
e: stomczak@...
icq: 253062374

http://www.milkcrate.com.au
http://little-scale.blogspot.com

Sydney Songsalive! Monthly Songwriting Workshop, NEXT: Wed. Feb. 1 with
guest speaker, gilli moon (Songsalive! president and artist), sharing
her experiences in releasing CDs and touring overseas.

ABOUT: Come to regular Songsalive! workshops and develop collaborations,
meet industry guests, showcase and workshop your songs/music for
feedback in a professional and supportive environment. 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. The
first half is solely dedicated to an in-the-round CRITIQUE SONG WORKSHOP
where writers present one song each -either on tape, CD or live -
followed by an INDUSTRY DISCUSSION with a guest speaker in the second
half and plenty of time to talk and network. Moderated by Stephen Kiely.


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

Taking place on the First Wednesday of every month.
Next Workshop: Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2006
Starting promptly at 7.30pm

Where: CANTERBURY HURLSTONE PARK RSL CLUB
20-26 Canterbury Road
Hurlstone Park
www.chprsl.com.au

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS MOST MONTHS
Hand picked from publishers to record company A&R, well-known
songwriters, authors, artists and music industry reps. Check out who has
spoken and who will speak at our workshops at
http://www.songsalive.org/speakers

This month, Guest Speaker is Gilli Moon, President of Songsalive! and
artist based in Los Angeles. Biography at
http://www.songsalive.org/speakers

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. All attendees discuss the song and offer
critiques. If you don't have a song ready, come along anyway and join
in. SET UP AND CRITIQUE RULES at
http://www.songsalive.org/workshoprules.html

Go Calendar for all upcoming dates http://www.songsalive.org/events

COST: Free for members
$5 for non-members,
$2 for members of other musician/songwriting groups.
You can join Songsalive! to participate in the workshops at
http://www.songsalive.org go Join.

REGISTER: Contact below with 'Sydney Songsalive! Workshop' in subject
header, or contact us by phone. You will be automatically registered to
attend unless contacted. We prefer pre-registrations.

CONTACT: Roxanne Kiely
Email: sydney@... or 02 9294-2415 to pre-register.

MORE VENUE NOTES: No outside food is to be brought into the Argyle Room,
but food and drink may be purchased at the club on the night and taken
into the room. If you are coming by public transport the club is only a
10 minute walk from the Hurlstone Park train station and buses run to
the Club from the City and Balmain. For those who live outside the 5
Kilometre radius, will only need to sign in.  For those who live within
the 5 K radius will need to become members on the night and membership
is only $5.50 annually.  When you enter and sign in ask to be directed
to the Argyle Room which is down the stairs.

OUT OF TOWN CRITIQUES: Can't get to one of our workshops? Why not mail
in your song for a Songsalive! Song Critique ...
http://www.songsalive.org/critiqueonline.html for details.

ABOUT SONGSALIVE!  Songsalive! is a non-profit organization dedicated to
the nurturing, support and promotion of songwriters and composers
worldwide. Co-founded in 1997 by Gilli Moon and Roxanne Kiely,
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. 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.

More about us at http://www.songsalive.org
Membership here! http://www.songsalive.org/join.html
More about Songsalive! Los Angeles chapter at
http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

TO BE REMINDED OF THIS EVENT AND TO JOIN THE AUSTRALIAN SONGSALIVE!
ENOTES DISCUSSION NEWS LIST, http://www.songsalive.org/enotes and scroll
down to the Regional Enotes for Sydney. Also subscribed at the main info
page http://www.songsalive.org.sydney

<http://www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents.html#Bermuda>  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.

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!



Workshops will be conducted by:

* Gilli Moon - Singer/Songwriter & Recording Artist (
<http://www.gillimoon.com> http://www.gillimoon.com ,
http://www.warriorgirlmusic.com/coaching),
* 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)
* David Estes - Producer & Studio Engineer

When: 1st - 4th June 2006 (arrivals on Wed 31st May and departures on
Monday 5th June)

Where: 9 Beaches Resort, Sandys BERMUDA -  <http://www.9beaches.com>
http://www.9beaches.com - (441) 239-2999 or  <mailto:info@...>
info@...

Accommodation Cost: $155 per day (double occupancy rate) which includes
Coco Coral or Sea Forever Cabana room, breakfast and dinner daily, all
taxes and gratuities and a Sunset Cruise on the 3rd day of the retreat.
Room rate with just breakfast is $115 per day. Accommodation is paid
separately to the Workshop cost.

Workshop Cost: $225 for 4 days of workshops
Songsalive! member early bird discount paid by 28th feb: $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!

All in U.S dollars

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

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.

David Estes - Working with Protools & Reason software. Recording &
programming to lift your demo's and recordings to new heights.

Open Mic Events:
Saturday June 3rd @ Bermuda Folk Club (Hamilton)
Sunday June 4th @ 9 Beaches Resort
Sunday June 4th @ Chewstick (Hamilton)


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

For more information on the Retreat please contact Richard Bassett at
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



________________________________________

A Songsalive! Sponsored Event
  <http://www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents.html#Bermuda>
http://www.songsalive.org/sponsoredevents.html#Bermuda

Songsalive!
Supporting and promoting songwriters and composers worldwide
  <http://www.songsalive.org> http://www.songsalive.org



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My name is Paddy Lynch. I play guitar and fiddle and sing Irish and
folk. I live in Hudersfield in the U.K at the moment, but we will be
moving to melbourne within the next couple of months, so I thought it
would be a good idea to get talking to some of the local musicians to
try and get an idea of what the melbourne music scene is like,
particularly as regards folk and Irish. I've read there's a genre of
music called bushmusic, does this music have it's roots in
Irish/scottish?. It would be great to hear from anybody.
Paddy.

<http://www.songsalive.org/images/Songsalive_LOGO_w.gif>

Songsalive! is coming to the North Coast!



Songsalive! in Los Angeles, New York, London and now
<http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay.html> Byron Bay (Australia).
Songsalive! is the worldwide, non-profit organization dedicated to
nurturing, supporting and promoting songwriters and composers.  It is
run by songwriters for songwriters, with members receiving an abundance
of opportunities to perform, be heard, be supported, and be promoted
through a network of programs.



   <http://www.songsalive.org/images/members/joyoung.jpg> Jo Young,
co-ordinator of the new  <http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay.html> Byron
Bay chapter, discovered Songsalive! in February this year, after finding
out about the Sydney chapter's songwriting critique workshops while
surfing the net.



"When I first attended a Songsalive! workshop I had a few notebooks full
of songs I had written over the past 15 years, many of which no one had
ever heard. I wasn't doing anything with my music except singing nursery
rhymes to my son. Only a few months later I have recorded my first CD
"Angels in the Mud" which is receiving radio airplay across Australia,
had offers from two different publishers for one of my songs and reached
the semi finals of the UK songwriting competition.  The opportunities
for collaboration and networking through Songsalive! have really
accelerated my music career."



Jo has just moved back to the local area from Sydney and is bringing the
Songsalive! experience to  <http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay.html>
Byron Bay on Sunday 20th November at 7pm with the first song critique
workshop at The Studio @ The Buddha Bar, Byron Bay. Co-founder of
Songsalive!, Director of Operations (and Delta Goodrem's singing
teacher) Roxanne Kiely is coming to Byron Bay for the Songsalive! launch
and will also run a vocal workshop on the Sunday afternoon. Stephen
Kiely who hosts the Sydney song critique workshops, will be at the Byron
launch to get things started.



Song critique workshops are a monthly event where members can develop
collaborations, meet industry guests, showcase and workshop their music
for feedback in a professional and supportive environment. 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.



"At first I was really nervous about bringing my songs out of my
bedroom," says Jo Young "but the workshops were so friendly and
constructive that I could hardly wait until the next one to happen so I
could get feedback on another song.  They are for everyone who writes
songs, not just for performers, so dust off that notebook and get
yourself along."



For more information about Songsalive! check out
www.songsalive.org/byronbay or you can call Jo on 0418 789 967 email:
byronbay@...





(pictued above:Jo Young - co-ordinator of the new Byron Bay chapter of
Songsalive!)





* * * * * *

BYRON BAY SONGSALIVE! SONGWRITING CRITIQUE WORKSHOPS

Third Sundays of the month

Direct link for info: http://www.songsalive.org/
<http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay> byronbay

Next:   Sunday 20th November

Time: 7pm EST

Where: The Studio @ The Buddha Bar, Gordon St, Byron Bay

directions:  <http://www.buddhabarbyronbay.com/map>
http://www.buddhabarbyronbay.com/map

Hosted by: Jo Young



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

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

Contact: Jo Young......Workshop Coordinator
Email:   <mailto:byronbay@...> byronbay@...
Phone: 0418789967

ABOUT: Come to regular Songsalive! workshops and develop collaborations,
meet industry guests, showcase and workshop your music for feedback in a
professional and supportive environment. 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. 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 an INDUSTRY
DISCUSSION with a guest speaker in the second half and plenty of time to
talk and network. SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS EVERY MONTH hand picked from
publishers to record company A&R, well-known songwriters, authors,
artists and music industry reps.

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>
http://www.songsalive.org/workshoprules

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

OUT OF TOWN CRITIQUES: Can't get to one of our workshops? Why not mail
in your song for a Songsalive! Song Critique...
<http://www.songsalive.org/programs> http://www.songsalive.org/programs
for details.

TO BE REMINDED OF THIS EVENT AND TO JOIN THE BYRON BAY SONGSALIVE! FREE
SONGWRITERS COMMUNITY, SUBSCRIBE TO SONGSALIVE! AUS ENOTES
home page:  <http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SongsaliveAus>
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SongsaliveAus
Group subscribe:  <mailto:SongsaliveAus-subscribe@yahoogroups.com>
SongsaliveAus-subscribe@yahoogroups.com
Group post email address:  <mailto:SongsaliveAus@yahoogroups.com>
SongsaliveAus@yahoogroups.com

Or subscribe at h <http://www.songsalive.org/enotes>
ttp://www.songsalive.org/enotes > Regional/Australia

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
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.

More about us at  <http://www.songsalive.org/> http://www.songsalive.org
Membership here!   <http://www.songsalive.org/join>
http://www.songsalive.org/join
More about Songsalive! Byron Bay  <http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay>
http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay



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--- In newcastlemusoforum@yahoogroups.com, Lydia Wardley <tinlid26@y...> wrote:


If you can get along to NEWCASTLE MUSIC WEEK, it is very worth while…



Take a look at some of the seminars below…

Or go to www.newcastlemusicweek.com


Newcastle Music Week 2005 Program
The program for the Newcastle Music Week 2005 has been all but finalised. The
event will be run from Saturday the 22nd of October to Friday the 28th of
October 2005.

Saturday October 22: Newcastle Music Week Launch Party
Sunday October 23: Songwriters Live at Harbour Square
Monday October 24: Monday Metal Madness
Tuesday October 25: Classical Night at CBD Hotel
Wednesday October 26: Music on the Menu On Darby and Beaumont
Wednesday October 26: Punk 'n' Grind
Wednesday October 26: Full Strength Rock
Thursday October 27: A Major Music Expo
Thursday October 27:The Great Salsa Circus
Thursday October 27: Music on the Menu On Darby and Beaumont
Friday October 28: Expose Yourself Grand Final


(can see a great summary of events at http://www.newcastlemusic.net/)

NEWCASTLE MUSIC WEEK WORKSHOPS – THURSDAY OCTOBER 27

9:30am – 11:15am

---------------------------------
Guitar –  Making Music

Adam Miller (national artist) and Grant Walmsley (Screaming Jets)

Whether you're a guitar pro or play in front of the mirror, don't miss this
opportunity to sharpen your skills.

Learn cutting edge guitar techniques, how to choose the right, equipment and
learn about new technologies

and current issues. BYO guitar if you can!

---------------------------------
DJ – Brake the Beat and Turn the Tables

George Patsan (Patsan Dance Music) and Stu (Ionic)

Wanna play with turntables, or wanna be a DJ? Here's a chance to master the
decks and even learn how

to produce your own music. DJ Patsan will show you how to mix and scratch your
way to the top.

---------------------------------
African Percussionion

Afro Moses – International Artist
Afro Moses is a master of the Kora (21 stringed African Harp) and talking drum.
He is a singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist and teacher of music. Afro Moses
has received many International awards from best song, to best album and best
live act.

---------------------------------
11:30am –1:15pm

Vocals – Voice Over

Renιe Geyer – International Artist
Want to express yourself through song but need some techniques to get you on
your way… well here's the place to

start. Learn the do's and don'ts from one of Australia's finest divas.

---------------------------------
Songwriting – It's All In The Song

Tyrone Noonan – National Artist & Songwriter, George/Palimpsest

Come and learn how to construct your own songs. Learn about composition,
structure, arrangement,

lyrics and inspiration.

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Drums – Drum and DrummerBen Gillies (Silverchair/Tambalane) and Nick Cecire
(On/Fish Fry/Session Muso)

Whether you're just starting out or you've toured the world, find out how to get
the right sound, warm up correctly and perfect your practise and performance
techniques. Miss this and you will beat yourself. BYO sticks.

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Just for Teachers –Techno Mania (11.40 – 12.40)
Brian McVernon – Music Teacher and Musician (Retro Rockets)

This workshop will give teachers an opportunity to keep up to date with
ever-changing music technology.

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1:30pm– 3:15pm

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Bass Guitar – How Low Can You Go

Mitch Cairns (Fumi Boca) and Tim McArtney (Cornstalk/Ultra Swing Lounge)
This workshop will cover a vast array of modern styles and will involve tips on
techniques for performance and practise. If you're into Bass guitar – don't miss
this one.

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DIY Music Video Jim Lounsbury (Independent Film Maker) and Paul Curtis (Manager
Regurgitator)
Tricks of the trade – Budget advice – The terminology. Learn how to put it
together from initial idea to finished clip.

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World Music - Percussion In The Park (Civic Park – opposite Newcastle City Hall)
Geoff McLennan (Djembe bien)

Big! Loud! Colourful! BYO instrument or borrow one of ours (limited supply).
Even if you've never played an instrument before, you can experience the primal
beat!! Supported by The Drum Shop.

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Image – Eye 4 Rock Stars
Tony Mott – International Photographer

Tony Mott, Australia's premiere rock `n' roll photographer, has captured the
likes of The Rolling Stones, Madonna, U2 and Nick Cave. A regular fixture at
live acts and music festivals, Tony has achieved legendary status within the
Australian Music Industry. He presents more than 100 fascinating pictures and
shares amusing anecdotes from behind the lens.

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3:30pm – 5:15pm

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DIY Publicity & Promo – Big Impact, Little Expense

Paul Curtis (Manager Regurgitator)
The man behind the band in the bubble reveals his secrets, including how to make
a BIG IMPACT at LITTLE EXPENSE on your audience.

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Guitar - For The Pros, By The Master

Bob Spencer (Skyhooks/Angels)

The guitarist's guitar player. This workshop filled up quickly in 2004 so book
early!

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SEMINARS
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Seminar One (10:00am – 11:30am)

Where is music heading?

Influence versus Plagiarism

Retro Rehash     Sampling

Idol phenomenon

What is original?

Copyright infringement – who cares?

Technology versus Tradition

Ringtones

The Internet & downloading

Portable music mediums (Ipods, laptops, MP3 players, etc.)

Home recording equipment

Is the Compact Disc already obsolete?

Has the artist more power in 2005?

Independent releases

Using the Internet to your advantage

Raw deals and the lack of deals

Career longevity

Regaining the power base

Facilitator – Keith Welsh (General Manager Rough Cut Music and Music Network
Magazine)


Panellists: Marshall Cullen, (Managing Director Foghorn Records), Samantha Clode
(Australian Music Online & Music Editor Jmag), Jacqui Crouch (Moneypenny),
Tyrone Noonan (National Artist & Songwriter, george/Palimpsest), Eloise Nolan
(Head Music Publishing ABC), Clive Hodson (Head of Music ABC)

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Seminar Two (11:45am – 1:15pm)

How to create you own work in the Music Industry

This seminar is about demonstrating how musicians, engineers, photographers,
managers and producers can self-start their career in the music industry. Our
panellists will share anecdotes of their career history. Be encouraged – with
perseverance and determination you could get there too!

Facilitator - Grant Walmsley (Screaming Jets)

Panellists: Kristy Wilson (ex Indent, Publicist), Jake Denny (Product Manager,
EMI - Virgin), Damien Wealands (Chugg Entertainment), Chit Chat (MGF Manager) ,
Craig Lambie (What Was That), Brian Boys (Head of Entertainment

Yahoo! Australia & NZ), Paul Osbourne (Entertainment Producer)

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Seminar Three (1:30pm – 3:30pm)

Listening Forum – What Do A & R Reps, Agents, Managers Look For In A Demo?

This seminar provides an opportunity for local artists to submit demo
recordings. Five will be randomly selected and the demos will be played and
assessed according to each panellist's requirements. Find out what they're
looking for. (Demos must be submitted by 12 noon, October 27 at the Newcastle
City Hall. Demo's must be on CD.) The object of this seminar is to give the
audience an insight into what takes place when the demos reach the A&R Rep,
Publisher, Manager, Agent etc. This seminar will be followed by a networking
session until 4.30pm.

Facilitator – Keith Walsh (General Manager Rough Cut Music and Music Network
Magazine)

Panellists: Clive Hodson (Head of Music ABC), Eloise Nolan (Head Music
Publishing ABC), Marshall Cullen (Managing Director Foghorn Records), Craig
Spencer (Australian Artist & Label Manager - Shock Records), Jake Denny (Product
Manager, EMI – Virgin), Heath Johns (Universal Music)

COCA-COLA EXPOSE YOURSELF GRAND FINALE REELS IN THE NATIONAL EXPERTS

Newcastle Music Week will culminate in a grand finale at the iconic Civic
Theatre Newcastle on Friday October 28. The Coca-Cola Expose Yourself Grand
Finale was designed to showcase the city's talent to the National Music Industry
reps. And what a night we're all in for.

Starting at 7:30pm, the night will open with four of the best Let There Be
School Rock Band performers, followed by four of the hottest, local original
bands. The event will be headlined by Ben Gillies band Tambalane and there's a
special performance by Tyrone Noonan from George and Palimpsest. A

fashion extravaganza and heaps of lucky door prizes - autographed stuff, cds etc
– will make sure the night is fast and fun filled. The comperes for the night
will be New FMs Blind Melon and Brien McVernon from the Retro Rockets. Tickets
can be purchased at the door on the night or before the event at Ticketek for
$16 or $10 for concession/children.

The national music industry reps will be there – make sure you're there too. Who
knows, you could say your were at the Civic Theatre Newcastle when they
discovered the NEXT big thing to come out of NEWIE.

great music opportunities at:

HipOpportunity

www.hipopportunity.com

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CERES 2005 Up The Creek Festival

On Sunday the 23rd October there's a place on the Merri Creek where
a person can go and not be laughed at or ridiculed just because they
look different, talk funny or dance in a way that might otherwise
seem emotionally unstable.  This place is CERES; a nine acre
environmental sanctuary for the oddbod, the loosehead, the dreamer
in everybody, and this day is CERES' 2005 Up The Creek Festival; a
conflargence of live music, stalls and food.
The purpose being to raise funds for an organisation that accepts
you for who you are and not the type of pants you come through the
gate in.

The fiercely local line up, more styling than a summer window
display at Savers, includes Love Outside Andromeda, Deloris, City
City City, Sally Dastey, Nick Barker, Emily Ulman, Jess McAvoy and
more.   So get yourself on the 96 tram, the 508 Bus or glide on down
the Merri bike path to CERES 2005 Up The Creek Festival, 11am-10pm
Sunday 23rd October, tickets (available CERES, Greville Records,
Missing Link, Polyester) $35/$30 CERES Members + booking fee, kids
under twelve free, 8 Lee St, Brunswick East

Upcoming speakers in Sydney, Byron Bay (Australia) and Los Angeles (USA)
for our Songsalive! songwriting critique workshops:

Come to regular Songsalive! workshops and develop collaborations, meet
industry guests, showcase and workshop your music for feedback in a
professional and supportive environment. 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. 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 an INDUSTRY
DISCUSSION with a guest speaker in the second half and plenty of time to
talk and network. SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKERS EVERY MONTH hand picked from
publishers to record company A&R, well-known songwriters, authors,
artists and music industry reps.

About, what to bring, and location and website links below.

DAYLLE DEANNA SCHWARTZ
This Special GUEST SPEAKER for our Hollywood Showcase mixer, has
appeared on OPRAH and is on a major book tour for her latest: "I Don't
Need a Record Deal! (Your Survival Guide for the Indie Music
Revolution)". She'll autograph copies for you to purchase. Learn more
about her fabulous book here. Dubbed the "Indie Music Guru," Schwartz is
one of the few women to reach her respected level in the music business.
She's often the only female speaker at a music conference and receives
many letters from women who consider her a role model. Schwartz, who
also writes personal growth books, is in the media regularly, including
appearances on Oprah, Inside Edition and Howard Stern and top
publications. She was recently quoted in the Sunday NY Times and has
done dozens of interviews since June.
Los Angeles CA USA Pre-Showcase Mixer: Tues. Oct. 18
<http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles>
http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

ROGER CORBETT
Roger Corbett has been a member of the legendary Bushwackers Band since
1980. Now in their 35th year and with 17 albums behind them, The
Bushwackers have an enviable reputation as the premier Australiana band
in the world. Roger Corbett was a senior tutor and the Director of The
CMAA College of Country Music for eight years. During that time he ran
the songwriting course teaching such stars as Sara Storer, Brooke
McClymont and Brendon Walmesly. Roger conducts many workshops and
seminars, including the Tamworth Camerata, around the country mainly in
the craft of songwriting and studio production but encompassing
performance, musicianship and music business. Roger Corbett owns The
Valley Studio in the Blue Mountains and has worked with many new
performer/songwriters helping them to achieve success in the Country
Music Industry and has been nominated three times at the CMAA Achiever
Awards in the Producer of The Year category. Roger Corbett continues to
write songs, perform, teach and produce, has been a board member of the
CMAA and continues to serve on the CMAA Talent Development
Sub-committee.
Sydney Australia Workshop: Nov 2 2005 - Inaugural Workshop
http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay

Pamela PHILLIPS OLAND
Songwriter (FRANK SINATRA, SELENA, REBA MCINTYRE, ARETHA FRANKLIN)
With numerous awards, nominations and honors from a stellar career, we
are honored to have Pam Oland Smith be our Los Angeles Songsalive!
Workshop Speaker for November 4, 2005. While active in the music
industry with many projects on tap at once, Pam also hosts the SRO
Songwriter's Salon at The Writer's Store in Santa Monica on the first
Wednesday of every month. Pam Phillips Oland is a career lyricist, who,
with the beloved children's entertainer, Red Grammer, just released a
ground-breaking album of 14 songs on the virtues, entitled, "Be-Bop Your
Best", that will inspire kid's of all ages. Oland's recent songwriting
work includes the words & music for ten "Commandment" songs for TLC
Productions' new 2003; animated "Kids Ten Commandments," featuring the
voices of Lou Diamond Phillips, Tim Curry, John Schneider, Tom Bosley,
and Jodi Benson ; 8 Christmas songs co-written with Richard Carpenter
for his forthcoming holiday album; "Blessed" a new record with Dan
Seals, co-written with K.C. Porter; "Daddy's Dream" co-written with jazz
star Janny Choi for her newly released album; "All Those Years Ago",
finally for Petula Clark, also co-written with Richard; and also the end
title song for the popular cartoon series, "Dexter's Laboratory". Pam,
whose first love is musical theater, currently has more than one stage
musical in development. One, "Shimmy", with J*A*G* composer Steven
Bramnson and renowned Director and Choreographer Donald McKayle, is
based on McKayle's revered ballet created for the Alvin Alley Company,
"District Storyville." Oland's original show "The Ark Hasn't Left Yet,"
with composer Peter Rodgers Melnick, enjoyed a 6-week intensive workshop
production in 1999 by the Santa Barbara Civic Light Opera. For more
information on this wonderful speaker, writer and lyricist, go to
<outbind://702-00000000571DA51754215B43A0C388584295B102041F3D00/www.pamo
land.com> www.pamoland.com
Los Angeles CA USA Workshop: November 6, 2005.
<http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles>
http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles

ROXANNE KIELY AND STEPHEN KIELY
About Roxanne: Songwriter and dynamic performer, Roxanne is co-founder
and runs the Australian office of Songsalive! Her experience in the
industry is extensive, via her own talent, and her ability to foster the
talent of others. As vocal coach, who's former students now count among
Australia's well known TV and recording artists, Roxanne continues to
write, develop, perform and inspire others to do their best. She also
performs with the guy pictured below in CoverMe. Roxanne is also a
well-respected vocal coach.   About Stephen: Although Stephen has made a
career in the Australian music industry as a writer, performer, producer
and arranger, and his mp3.com site recently broke through 100,000
downloads, he was bitten by the website design bug and founded Corner 41
in 1996. Stephen hosts the Songsalive! Sydney Workshops on a monthly
basis. Recently, he married Songsalive! co-founder and girl of his
dreams, Roxanne. They write for themselves and other artists, and
perform together under the name CoverMe. http://www.cheek2cheek.com.au.
Roxanne and Kiely will kick off the first Byron Bay Songsalive! Workshop
with coordinator Jo Young.
Byron Bay Australia Workshop: Sun Nov 20 2005 - Inaugural Workshop
including Vocal workshop then song critiquing.
http://www.songsalive.org/byronbay

G. F. MLELY
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.
<outbind://702-00000000571DA51754215B43A0C388584295B102041F3D00/www.jazc
raft.net/songwriters.html> www.jazcraft.net/songwriters.html
Los Angeles CA USA Workshop: Sunday December 4 - "The Art and Craft of
Writing Words and Music"  <http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles>
http://www.songsalive.org/losangeles



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
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.

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

About workshops http://www.songsalive.org/workshoprules

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

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FREE SONGWRITERS COMMUNITY, SUBSCRIBE TO SONGSALIVE! ENOTES:
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Nature

Hello Everyone

As of Friday, the 14th of October, my E-mail address will change to
akhter3@...

Thanks.

Akhter Jahan Rahman (Ms)

Vocalist: Bangladeshi/North Indian World Music
Artistic Director/Leader/Manager: "Shoor Jahan", Leading Bangladeshi/North
Indian World Music Group.
Psychologist
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PO Box, 112
Burnside, S.A. 5066
Ph: 61 8 8431 3925
        0403 967 531
www.akhterjahan.net


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A FEAST OF EXOTIC MUSIC: Oct 15th

Experience the delights of World Music in the intimate setting of Nexus Cabaret

Savour the exquisite blend of soulful Bangladeshi ballads and funky jazz
instrumentals by the leading Bangladeshi World Music Group, "Shoor Jahan" led by
"Songbird" Akhter Jahan; and be entranced by the mesmeric and mystical music of
India with Adelaide's Sitar Guru, Alan Posselt.

Doors open at 7.30pm for an 8pm start

Multicultural mezιs will be available at $9 a serve...

(don't forget to order when you purchase your ticket)

Nexus Cabaret, Lion Arts Centre,

cnr Morphett Street and North Terrace, Adelaide

$15/$12 concession

Tickets from Nexus Multicultural Arts Centre

08 8212 4276, Email nexus@...


Akhter Jahan Rahman (Ms)

Vocalist: Bangladeshi/North Indian World Music
Artistic Director/Leader/Manager: "Shoor Jahan", Leading Bangladeshi/North
Indian World Music Group.
Psychologist
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PO Box, 112
Burnside, S.A. 5066
Ph: 61 8 8431 3925
        0403 967 531
www.akhterjahan.net

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Dappled Cities Fly head into Melbourne this Saturday the 15th to play
a show at the Evelyn on Brunswick Street.

Support comes in the form of Starky and Melbourne's own city City CITY.

Doors open at 9, tickets are 10 bucks.

Deloris return to the stage this friday 30th after a winter spent
recording, poaching, teaching and sleeping. that is to say, this
friday marks the introduction of a swag of brand new songs to the
Deloris quiver, and thus the attractive new silhouettes of those
needed to perform them. goddamn.

we play at The Tote in Melbourne as the main support to wonderful
locals/berliners 'the devastations' for their cd launch. we're on at
the 'can't drive now' hour of 10.45. preceeding us are HTRK and penny
ikinger.

Two Melbourne acts exploring the tonal possibilities of the humble
guitar, Winterville and North Atlantic, make their way to Sydney this
weekend.


NORTH ATLANTIC's music traverses the open spaces of land & sea using
organic solo instrumentation, dream-like drones & computer generated
noise.

Motifs of clanging baritone guitar and shimmering double bass take
forfront in this avant-rock group WINTERVILLE, heading into openly
haunting melodic themes reminiscent of a minimal Morricone while
falling
into field recordings and feedback.


Both bands are playing at Yvonne Ruve on Friday 23 September @ Yvonne
Ruve (104a Hibernian House,342 Elizabeth St. Surry Hills) with
Castings & Seaworthy.  {thanks to cameron for the words}


Yvonne Ruve {104a / 342 Elizabeth Street, Surry Hills}

North Atlantic
Winterville
Seaworthy
Castings

Entry: $6 donation
Starts: 8pm

October 6-8th @ Bar Open 9pm Tickets $12/$10 concession

City City City presents The Perimeter Motor Show.

Taken from the upcoming album of the same name, this will be an
orchestrated extravaganza of music, sound and fury inspired by the
films of LeLouch, Antonioni and more.

Presented by one of the most uncompromising musical outfits in the
country, The Perimeter Motor Show will feature performances by the
whole band, as well as solo spots from Ned Collette and Joe Talia,
words by Joseph Pearson, and sundry filmic, animated and theatrical
contributions from Michael Fairlie, Karla Pringle, Albert Mishriki,
Tim McNeilage, Jono Edmonds and a whole lot more.

HELLO AND HI EVERYONE..
IM A NEW MEMBER IN THIS GROUP AND THIS IS MY FIRST MESSAGE
IM A MUSICIAN FROM KUALA LUMPUR MALAYSIA (MY).
WANTED TO MIGRATE TO AUSTRALIA /SWIZZ SOON...PROBABLY ON DEC OR AFTER NEW
YEAR...AND THIS IS ONE OF THE REASON IM HERE. AT THE SAME TIME IM LOOKING FOR A
NEW FRIEND/MUSICIAN/CONTACTS AND JOBS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT ABOVE.
HOPEFULLY I CAN BE ONE OF YOUR FRIEND AND ESPECIALLY IN OUR MUSIC INDUSTRY.
WELL...I THINK THIS IS GOOD ENOUGH FOR THE MOMENT.
SEE YA...BYE







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Hello everyone, I hope all is well in your worlds.

The Spanish Magic website now has a catalogue page. Check it out at
http://www.spanishmagic.org/

thanks for your small amount of time.

Shaun / Spanish Magic

Good morning,

I've been considering for a while joining Taxi (www.taxi.com) and am unsure of
its relevance to the Australian music industry, and whether it would be
worthwhile.

I would be pleased if those of you who've dealt with / heard of / know anything
about this company would please let me know what you think?

Please email me on peblz55@... (so we don't clog up the forum with
this) and let me know what you think.

Regards,
Peblz


Peblz!  New adult contemporary rock album "Facets" out now at www.sanity.com.au!

Website: www.peblz.com
Listen to/buy on: www.cdbaby.com/peblz
Or on www.automaticdistribution.com





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Hello Fellow Forum Members

I am new to the industry, although I have been singing for many many years,
at professional level standards. I took out my first EMI Single in East
Pakistan {now Bangladesh} in 1970, but in Adelaide, where I have been living
since 1972, I have had another full time career for a living, until
December, last year, so I have not done or learnt much about establishing a
Career in music. I was featured at WOMADelaide this year, where I released
my contemporary double-CD album, "Mystical Melodies", which has been getting
airtime on different ABC/RN programmes. I have been applying to different
Festivals since WOMADelaide, and waiting for their decisions (I have been
successful in one so far), and am slowly contacting Music Centres and others
who advertise some Events.  However, all this is very time consuming, and I
have very little time left to practise and expand my Art. I also lack
knowledge of other Organizations which must put on Events in Adelaide, and
interstate. So, I would like to enlist the help of some Agents (for a fee,
of course), with an interest in and contacts World Music and contacts for
Events Organizers. Please visit my website (www.akhterjahan.net) to find out
about me and my music. My Cultural Business Plan includes more than you will
find information about on my website, but I can send a copy of the plan to
anyone who is interested.

Thank you for your time.

Sincerely

Akhter


Akhter Jahan Rahman (Ms)
Vocalist: Bangladeshi/North Indian Music
Artistic Director: "Shoor Jahan", World Music Group
Psychologist/Psychotherapist (P/T)
------------------------------------------------
PO Box, 112
Burnside, S.A. 5066
Ph: 61 8 8431 3925
        0403 967 531
www.akhterjahan.net

would appreciate some feedback to the issue concerning the future of music.
Please visit my web page AT:

http://www.geocities.com/alfredozotti






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The Sydney Coves are looking for a new bass player, must have lead
and harmony vocals.

Check the website  www.sydneycoves.com.au

Call Steve

'allo hickory!

After a busy couple of months, Castings have finally completed their
debut long-player ('Allo Hickory...complete with artwork just in
time) and are heading off to Melbourne and Canberra to promote it and
get drunk in a different place....with a Sydney launch for the album
due mid-June.

Also, look out for a Castings interview in the Canberra-based zine
5th Column, and a live set and interview on PBS' "Makeshift Swahili"
program coming soon.

As for the gig details.....they are as follows:


Thursday May 19th @ The Tote Hotel  (Melbourne)

True Radical Miracle
Castings
Chris Smith


Friday May 20th @ Old Bar  (Marney's Birthday Party)

Panel Of Judges
Castings
On


Saturday May 21st @ Pete's Bar & Tavern  (Canberra)

Dining At The White
Castings
tbc.


..............The Spanish Magic compilation "It's Over, We Don't
Care" is finished also - to be pressed this week and released and
launched Saturday June 25th @ the Mandarin Club.
The featured artists on the CD are: Hi God People, Pimmon, ii,
Brothers Of The Occult Sisterhood, Keith Mason, HTRK, Hiss, The
Garbage & The Flowers, North Atlantic, Castings, Peter Blamey &
Anthony Guerra and Rand And Holland. Just quietly, it's fuckin' great
- so get out and support these artists by going to their shows and
buying this compilation.
Many more releases and shows are in the pipeline too.....so wish us
luck, and we'll see ya when we do.

'allo hickory.

Castings is now six members strong (that's right - a sextet) and
before we head off to Melbourne and Canberra late May, we have a
couple of shows in Sydney to warm ourselves up.
We have also finally finished our debut album entitled 'Allo Hickory -
   within a couple of weeks it will be out via our label Spanish
Magic.....with a compilation of 10 Australian artists and a launch to
follow @ the Mandarin Club, Saturday June 25th.

The details for our next show are as follows:

Saturday April 30th @ Frequency Lab (107/342 Elizabeth St. Surry
Hills)

Golden Mean   (awesome aussie rock'n'pop featuring ex-members of
Midget and Sneaker)
Castings    (yep, us weirdos)
Anthony Guerra   (a solo set from a legendary musician)

8pm start......BYO......ends at 12pm.
$6 entry.


Thanks for reading......we hope to see some of you there.
Merry Christmas! John Fahey.

Nick/Shaun/Dale/Kane/Sam/Mark...................Castings..

--- In newcastlemusoforum@yahoogroups.com, "lydia" <tinlid26@y...>
wrote:


1) True-L songwriting contest, a variety of styles, closes 31st
august 2005 go check out: http://hipopportunity.com/index.html


2)"BANDWIDTH is coming up once again (7th May 2005 @ THE BANDROOM)

We are currently looking for bands to play, with some great
incentives for those who may be interested in scoring a free live
recording for thier effort.....that is right FREE multitrack
recording just for playing....

We are also looking for people to help out on the night. Checkout
http://newcastlebands.org/viewtopic.php?t=638 for full details and
how to apply for a spot on what is going to be one of the best gigs
of the year."


3)EMERGENCY 05
The palais royale youth venue is looking for emerging local bands,
DJ's
artists and performers of all sorts to take part in 3 upcoming events.

From june to october the palais will feature these artists in all
ages
events.

Those who are selected to appear will gain exposure and experience
plus
a live demo recording  courtesy of ARTS Mobile Recording Studio.

Those wishing to enter  must fill out an application form, provide a
demo & one page bio.

The deadline for applications is 15th April 2005.

Application packs  are available from Palais Royale Youth Venue .

Call- Dale 02 49 742 092
or
Email- dgarbutt@n...
Or
Drop in to the Palais @ 692 Hunter st Newcastle West between 11-7pm.

Please forward this message to anyone who might be interested
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Hello all.
CASTINGS-that improvisational quintet fueled by Carlton Draught,and
a large
portion of hate and contempt for what passes as a supportive music
scene(?)
in Sydney at present, have organised two shows over the Easter
weekend to
promote the release of their new CD 'Allo Hickory and their upcoming
split
7" (on Steady Cam) with Melbourne geniuses ii. With the hope that we
can tip
the scales and inspire punters to do SOMETHING.....like starting an
ORIGINAL
band for example, or simply to showcase independent thought.
We've dragged some like-minded artists along for the ride too.....so
here's
the lowdown:

Saturday March 26th@Yvonne Ruve 104a/342 Elizabeth St. Surry Hills

Hiss (AKA Damian J. Sawyers, master manipulator of
guitars,electronics and toys)
Castings

all ages!!........doors open at 8pm

Sunday March 27th@Lansdowne Hotel

Castings
Cloudy Mountain (Eli from Stockholm Syndrome's brilliant solo
project)
Seaworthy

free entry!!.........5pm 'til late.

We hope to see you all there-if not,you'll be missing out.
Thanks for reading.
Nick/Shaun/Dale/Kane/Sam.....................CASTINGS

Hi all,

I have presented a folk and acoustic music program Weds 7 - 9pm, on
Mountain District radio (97.1fm) for the past decade. We broadcast
across most of central Victoria (including Melbourne metro and other
major Vic cities) with listeners as far as Northern Tasmania and the
eastern Vic/NSW border.
Musos with Cds in the Folk, Acoustic, Singer/songwriter,Australiana,
Americana, Celtic and Acoustic Blues genres wishing to get airplay
can send a copy and promo material to:
Folk On The Fringe
3 Edwin St
Narre Warren sth
VIC 3805
Interviews and live to air performances for touring artists available.
I'd love to have to the chance to support you.

The Rhythm Hunters
Contemporary Drumming Ensemble
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The Rhythm Hunters
Contemporary Drumming Ensemble

CD Launch: 'Soundscapes of a Multicultural Asian Australia'

Featuring Rendra Freestone & The Sumatralia Project

The Rhythm Hunters are an Australian world music ensemble based on the
Central Coast of NSW. Utilising the thunder of taiko (Japanese
festival drums) and traditional music from West Sumatra, Indonesia,
The Rhythm Hunters bring to the stage an inspired brand of physical
drumming. Dramatic beats are pounded out with striking visual
intensity on large Australian made wine barrel Taiko. Pacific island
wood blocks and bronze kettle gongs add a lively and colourful
dimension to the zen of taiko.

Rendra Freestone weaves Asian flute music delicately into the
thundering sound fabric to create a music of heaven and earth.

Special Guests
Acehnese Body Percussion with The Suara Indonesia Dancers led by
Alfira O=B9Sullivan and songs Canadian born folk singer Geoff
Belanger.

Proudly supported by: Asialink, Australia Council for the Arts,
Australia Indonesian Institute, Central Coast Brackets and Jam, Earth
Central Productions, Worldwide Printing Gosford, Indonesian Cultural
Communications and Rode Microphones.

The Rhythm Hunters performing at the Byron Bay Community Arts Centre
in Febuary 2005.
(Images by Racheal Stone)





The Rhythm Hunters
Contemporary Drumming Ensemble

CD Launch - Saturday 2nd April 7.30pm
Matcham Hall, Matcham. The Central Coast of NSW.
Matcham Hall is on Matcham Rd. 5 mins from Erina. Turn right at the
NBN roundabout on the Entrance Rd coming from Erina. Follow Matcham Rd
round to the right some 4 kilometres. The Hall is on the RHS on the
high side of the road before you get to a T junction which takes you
back to the entrance rd if you go right. ie. The T-Junction is too
far. There will be signs of the event!!!!

Tickets: $20 (pre sale) $25 (door price) Family cap applies.
Refreshments
available.

Call Monique for bookings  (0414 434165). Press or media enquiries pls
contact Rendra ( 0410 470 474).
www.therhythmhunters.com

Please note my new email address:

antgill@...

effective immediately.
Thanks!

Tony

An inquiry into the state of live popular music opportunities in New
South Wales

This new report released on 13 May 2003 outlines the findings of
research undertaken into the the state of live popular music
opportunities in NSW and addresses long-held industry concerns of the
future viability of live music environments in the State.

The report was written by Professor Bruce Johnson of the University of
NSW and Dr Shane Homan of the University of Newcastle and jointly
funded by the Music Board of the Australia Council and the NSW
Ministry for the Arts.

LINK:
http://www.arts.nsw.gov.au/WhatsNew/vanishingacts.htm

For your information:

TAXATION RULING PERTINENT TO MUSICIANS:

The full ruling is available in PDF format from the Australian
Taxation office website http://www.ato.gov.au
To access this ruling quickly, perform a search in the "LEGAL
DATABASE" for TR 2004/D12

What this Ruling is about

1. Having regard to the distinctive nature of the arts profession,
this Ruling provides guidance on the principles to be applied in
determining whether an artist is carrying on *businessF1 as a
'professional artist' (refer to the definition of this term in
paragraph 3). This question is relevant to a number of tax law issues,
such as:

     (a)
         when an amount is income according to ordinary concepts under
section 6-5 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 (ITAA 1997), because
it has been earnt in the ordinary course of carrying on such a
business;

     (b)
         whether a loss or outgoing has been necessarily incurred under
section 8-1 of the ITAA 1997 in carrying on a business of this type;

     (c)
         whether Division 35 of the ITAA 1997 applies,F2 where losses
from a business activity are deferred and allowed as deductions in a
future year against income from the same business activity; and

     (d)
         more specifically, whether the second arm of the exception
contained in subsection 35-10(4) of the ITAA 1997, concerning a
'*professional arts business', applies.

2. However, this Ruling deals only with the threshold question of when
a person carries on business as a professional artist and does not
cover in any detail these related issues. Other related issues also
not dealt with in this Ruling are:

     ·
         the application of Division 70 of the ITAA 1997 to art works
(see paragraph 5), which are *trading stock within that Division; and

     ·
         the application of Division 40 of the ITAA 1997 to capital
expenditure on the cost of *intellectual property, which is a
*depreciating asset within that Division.

Class of person/arrangement

3. This Ruling applies to professional artists. For the purposes of
this Ruling, professional artists are persons who carry on activities
of the type referred to in the definition of '*professional arts
business', in subsection 35-10(5), that is activities as either:

     (a)
         an 'author of a literary, dramatic, musical or artistic work';

     (b)
         a '*performing artist'; or

     (c)
         a '*production associate'.

4. This Ruling does not set out to consider the meaning of these
terms, other than to observe that the terms, '*performing artist' and
'*production associate' are defined in section 405-25, which are set
out in the Definitions section (see paragraph 98). The 'Note' to
subsection 35-10(5) states:

     The expression 'author' is a technical term from copyright law. In
general, the 'author' of a musical work is its composer and the
'author' of an artistic work is the artist, sculptor or photographer
who created it.

5. In this ruling, the term 'art work(s)' is used to describe the
product or services produced as a result of activities undertaken
during the course of a '*professional arts business', as defined in
paragraph 3.


Good bedtime novel... nevertheless important!
Cheers
RW