Editors note: I signed up for Tribe of Noise (TN) a while back. It's an interesting place. Budding musicians from around the world share their music on TN and allow anyone, commercial or private, to use their music at no cost. Finding time to sort through all the music on TN is virtually impossible for me personally, but I can see that it would be fun for many. I liked the idea of using free, legal music on our videos.
I just popped over to MyPlick to see what it was all about. I hate to use the same descriptor twice, but... it's an interesting place also. It's YouTube meets Slide or Flickr meets business. It's worth checking out. You have the ability to upload pdf, audio, photos and more. All the "plicks" can be embedded in web pages and blogs. I liked the ability to write lengthy descriptions of individual slide photos (although long is usually a no-no these days given the wealth of info coming at us).
MyPlick is Ready to Share Music
Silicon Valley based MyPlick this week announced the implementation of a new music application for their online presentation sharing service. It’s the result of a partnership with the global music platform Tribe of Noise. The application allows MyPlick users to intensify their online slide shows with free music.
The music on Tribe of Noise is made available by the original composer for commercial and non-commercial purposes. As of now MyPlick users can benefit from this legal and ready to share music database. It’s a refreshing positive sound in this world of copyright infringements and digital rights management.
Lei Jin, Founder and CEO of MyPlick: “Enough negative energy, let's talk about great legal innovations to share your creativity online. Substantiate your slide show presentation on MyPlick with Ready to Share Music from artists around the globe! People are sharing content online, you can't stop that. So, give them something to share in an easy and legal way!”
MyPlick and Tribe of Noise simultaniously announce that this is just the first step forward in a digital world where content and creativity is shared around the globe legally and hassle free.
Hessel van Oorschot, founder of Tribe of Noise: “While the traditional music industry is still in the repressive mode by introducing digital rights management and sending out the watch dogs, we rather think in solutions for like-minded spirits. Over 5000 composers from all over the globe share their music via Tribe of Noise. In exchange they build an inner circle of valuable contacts. Like on MyPlick getting Exposure is the name of the game.”
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Tribe of Noise , the largest worldwide community connecting musicians & companies by sharing music legally & hassle free! All music on Tribe of Noise is uploaded by independent artists under a Creative Commons 3.0 by share alike license in MP3 format. Derived from the positive results in the open source community, professionals like game developers, brand managers and advertisement agencies use the content for commercial purposes. Our mission: To be on the shortlist of all professionals in need for great music. To find out more about Tribe of Noise, go to http://www.tribeofnoise.com
MyPlick , one of the largest online communities for sharing and discovering interesting presentations. By uploading your presentations to MyPlick, you can immediately share them with your friends and embed in blogs. You can make your presentation even more impressive by adding audio or music effects. Using MyPlick's award winning sync tool, you can easily synchronize the audio with your presentation slides to make an entertaining or instructional slide show. To find out more about MyPlick, go to http://www.myplick.com
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Monday, March 30, 2009
Oak Ridge Boys to Perform on "The Marty Stuart Show" April 4th
The Oak Ridge Boys will make a musical guest appearance on The Marty Stuart Show Saturday April 4th at 7pm CT / 8pm ET on RFD-TV.
The 30-minute episode, hosted and produced by Stuart at Nashville’s NorthStar Studios, features the mega-hits “Elvira” and “Y’all Come Back Saloon” from The Oak Ridge Boys and “Have A Little Talk With Jesus” as a sing-along with Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives. Radio personality Eddie Stubbs serves as the show’s announcer and Stuart’s sidekick on every episode.
“This show is about authenticity,” said Stuart, “…from the artists who visit us in the studio every week to the people watching at home in America.”
RFD-TV is a rural lifestyle network with programming that focuses on agriculture, equine, rural lifestyle and music/entertainment. Broadcasting to 40 million homes across the country, the RFD-TV line-up includes Imus In the Morning, Crook & Chase, Big Joe’s Polka Show and Ralph Emery LIVE. www.rfdtv.com
Please visit www.oakridgeboys.com for information on their upcoming album ‘The Boys Are Back’, scheduled to release May 19th.
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The 30-minute episode, hosted and produced by Stuart at Nashville’s NorthStar Studios, features the mega-hits “Elvira” and “Y’all Come Back Saloon” from The Oak Ridge Boys and “Have A Little Talk With Jesus” as a sing-along with Marty Stuart and his Fabulous Superlatives. Radio personality Eddie Stubbs serves as the show’s announcer and Stuart’s sidekick on every episode.
“This show is about authenticity,” said Stuart, “…from the artists who visit us in the studio every week to the people watching at home in America.”
RFD-TV is a rural lifestyle network with programming that focuses on agriculture, equine, rural lifestyle and music/entertainment. Broadcasting to 40 million homes across the country, the RFD-TV line-up includes Imus In the Morning, Crook & Chase, Big Joe’s Polka Show and Ralph Emery LIVE. www.rfdtv.com
Please visit www.oakridgeboys.com for information on their upcoming album ‘The Boys Are Back’, scheduled to release May 19th.
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Thursday, March 26, 2009
Academy of Ancient Music to Open Spivey Hall 2009 Spring Bach Festival
Clayton State University’s world-famous Spivey Hall will open its 2009 Spring Bach Festival on Sunday, Mar. 29, with the complete Brandenburg Concertos, BWV 1046 – 1051, performed by London's top-notch 22-member period-instrument ensemble, the Academy of Ancient Music, under the direction of harpsichordist Richard Egarr.
The 3 p.m. performance marks the Spivey Hall debut of the Academy of Ancient Music and will be preceded by a pre-concert talk at 2 p.m. One of the world's first early-music ensembles, the Academy of Ancient Music is now in its fourth decade as one of the world's finest, and "with Richard Egarr's brilliance as its music director," reports the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, "this orchestra is playing better than ever." Complimentary intermission refreshments will complete the afternoon's musical feast.
Tickets to this performance are $60 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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The 3 p.m. performance marks the Spivey Hall debut of the Academy of Ancient Music and will be preceded by a pre-concert talk at 2 p.m. One of the world's first early-music ensembles, the Academy of Ancient Music is now in its fourth decade as one of the world's finest, and "with Richard Egarr's brilliance as its music director," reports the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, "this orchestra is playing better than ever." Complimentary intermission refreshments will complete the afternoon's musical feast.
Tickets to this performance are $60 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Wednesday, March 25, 2009
University of Georgia Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia to Sponsor Composition Contest with $5,000 Prize
Composers, listen up.
The Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia in the University of Georgia Hugh Hodgson School of Music is sponsoring the Arch Composition Award, with the grand prize winner taking home $5,000.
This is a competition for new wind band compositions that have never been performed or published, and it’s open to all who meet the rules, regulations and requirements.
In addition to the cash prize, the grand prize winner will have her or his winning piece premiered by the UGA Wind Ensemble under the direction of John P. Lynch at the UGA Bands’ 60th anniversary of the High School Festival for Bands in January 2010, an event widely known as “JamFest.”
Awards for second place and third place will receive $1,000 and $500 respectively, as well as a premiere performance of the winning piece at the same concert.
Applicants must submit a typed, completed application, six copies of the full score, a self-addressed, stamped envelope so that materials may be returned to the composer, MIDI or live recording of the composition on a CD and a non-refundable application fee of $25. Submissions must be postmarked no later than Aug. 1, 2009.
All applications should be completed and mailed to: Benjamin L. Lam, Phi Mu Alpha, Hugh Hodgson School of Music, University of Georgia, 250 River Rd., Athens, GA 30602.
For more information, see the contest’s Web site at http://www.uga.edu/sinfonia/ for the rules and regulations and a downloadable application, contact bnjamin.lam@gmail.com.
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The Epsilon Lambda Chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia in the University of Georgia Hugh Hodgson School of Music is sponsoring the Arch Composition Award, with the grand prize winner taking home $5,000.
This is a competition for new wind band compositions that have never been performed or published, and it’s open to all who meet the rules, regulations and requirements.
In addition to the cash prize, the grand prize winner will have her or his winning piece premiered by the UGA Wind Ensemble under the direction of John P. Lynch at the UGA Bands’ 60th anniversary of the High School Festival for Bands in January 2010, an event widely known as “JamFest.”
Awards for second place and third place will receive $1,000 and $500 respectively, as well as a premiere performance of the winning piece at the same concert.
Applicants must submit a typed, completed application, six copies of the full score, a self-addressed, stamped envelope so that materials may be returned to the composer, MIDI or live recording of the composition on a CD and a non-refundable application fee of $25. Submissions must be postmarked no later than Aug. 1, 2009.
All applications should be completed and mailed to: Benjamin L. Lam, Phi Mu Alpha, Hugh Hodgson School of Music, University of Georgia, 250 River Rd., Athens, GA 30602.
For more information, see the contest’s Web site at http://www.uga.edu/sinfonia/ for the rules and regulations and a downloadable application, contact bnjamin.lam@gmail.com.
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'Gospel Dream' Talent Search Series Returns on GMC
/PRNewswire/ -- More intense competition and passionate music performances from aspiring Gospel/Christian singers hoping to make their dreams come true will be featured as Gospel Music Channel (GMC) television network announced today that it has renewed its popular American Idol(R)-like talent search series Gospel Dream for a fourth season. Gospel Dream will be seen Saturday nights at 8:00 p.m. (ET/PT) through the summer starting June 27. The theme for the season will be "The Greatest Inspirational Songs of All Time."
Gospel Dream will once again invite performers from all Gospel/Christian styles, including traditional, rock, pop, country and soul, to compete on national television for a chance to win a record and music video deal, among other prizes. Solo artists, ages 16 to 40, are eligible to audition for Gospel Dream. 30-35 contestants will be invited to compete for the crown in Nashville. Audition registration information can be found at http://www.gospelmusicchannel.com/gospeldream -- which will include the ability for people to enter online by submitting a video performance through Christian and social networking site tangle.com. New this year will be the ability for someone who isn't competing to win a $1000 "Referral Fee" by recommending the contestant who ultimately is crowned the winner.
The cities and dates scheduled for Gospel Dream feeder auditions are:
Seattle April 1
Minneapolis April 8
Dallas April 10
Los Angeles April 14
Oakland April 15
Nashville April 25
Orlando May 1
Atlanta May 2
Detroit May 4
Specific time and locations for the auditions can be found at http://www.gospelmusicchannel.com/gospeldream
"Gospel Dream is the original music reality competition on television that celebrates aspiring artists who desire to inspire, as well as to entertain. The show connected with our viewers in the first three seasons and the season four competition promises to be even more compelling and will be seen by even more viewers thanks to our tremendous growth in distribution," commented Charles Humbard, founder and president, Gospel Music Channel.
Elvin Ross is the creator, executive producer and musical director of the Gospel Dream series. Tangible Vision will produce the series for GMC.
Gospel Music Channel is the fastest-growing network in television and can be seen in more than 43 million homes on various cable systems around the country, on DIRECTV (Channel 338) and on Verizon FiOS (Channel 224).
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Gospel Dream will once again invite performers from all Gospel/Christian styles, including traditional, rock, pop, country and soul, to compete on national television for a chance to win a record and music video deal, among other prizes. Solo artists, ages 16 to 40, are eligible to audition for Gospel Dream. 30-35 contestants will be invited to compete for the crown in Nashville. Audition registration information can be found at http://www.gospelmusicchannel.com/gospeldream -- which will include the ability for people to enter online by submitting a video performance through Christian and social networking site tangle.com. New this year will be the ability for someone who isn't competing to win a $1000 "Referral Fee" by recommending the contestant who ultimately is crowned the winner.
The cities and dates scheduled for Gospel Dream feeder auditions are:
Seattle April 1
Minneapolis April 8
Dallas April 10
Los Angeles April 14
Oakland April 15
Nashville April 25
Orlando May 1
Atlanta May 2
Detroit May 4
Specific time and locations for the auditions can be found at http://www.gospelmusicchannel.com/gospeldream
"Gospel Dream is the original music reality competition on television that celebrates aspiring artists who desire to inspire, as well as to entertain. The show connected with our viewers in the first three seasons and the season four competition promises to be even more compelling and will be seen by even more viewers thanks to our tremendous growth in distribution," commented Charles Humbard, founder and president, Gospel Music Channel.
Elvin Ross is the creator, executive producer and musical director of the Gospel Dream series. Tangible Vision will produce the series for GMC.
Gospel Music Channel is the fastest-growing network in television and can be seen in more than 43 million homes on various cable systems around the country, on DIRECTV (Channel 338) and on Verizon FiOS (Channel 224).
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Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Guitarist David Russell Playing Spivey Hall April 4
An artist of formidable technical accomplishment and wonderfully sophisticated musicianship (Atlanta Journal-Constitution), Englishman David Russell is a supremely accomplished guitarist who "possesses a talent of extraordinary dimension" (New York Times).
A Grammy Award winner, Russell is performing in Clayton State University’s world-famous Spivey Hall on Saturday evening, Apr. 4, at 8:15 p.m.
Russell has enjoyed a long and prolific relationship with the Telarc label; his latest CD, released in March 2007, is Art of the Guitar. "A phrase played by [David Russell] is a thing of such clarity and direction that it seems almost physically palpable," observes the American Record Guide. "It is an object of such polish, perfect curvature, and ineluctable sweep that one feels as though one could pick it up and examine it as if it were a sculpture."
Russell returns to Spivey Hall for both a special guitar master class on Friday, Apr. 3, and his solo recital on Saturday, Apr. 4.
His program includes: AGUADO Adagio Et Polonaise; J.S. BACH Pastorale, Air On A G String; F. COUPERIN Les Barricades Misterieuses, Les Silvains (Rondeau), Les Tours De Passe Passe; F. TÁRREGA Las Dos Hermanitas, Paquito, Sueno; VIVALDI Sonata R. 46; S. GOSS El Llanto De Los Suenos; I. ALBÉNIZ Zambra Granadina, Torre Bermeja.
Tickets to this performance are $40 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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A Grammy Award winner, Russell is performing in Clayton State University’s world-famous Spivey Hall on Saturday evening, Apr. 4, at 8:15 p.m.
Russell has enjoyed a long and prolific relationship with the Telarc label; his latest CD, released in March 2007, is Art of the Guitar. "A phrase played by [David Russell] is a thing of such clarity and direction that it seems almost physically palpable," observes the American Record Guide. "It is an object of such polish, perfect curvature, and ineluctable sweep that one feels as though one could pick it up and examine it as if it were a sculpture."
Russell returns to Spivey Hall for both a special guitar master class on Friday, Apr. 3, and his solo recital on Saturday, Apr. 4.
His program includes: AGUADO Adagio Et Polonaise; J.S. BACH Pastorale, Air On A G String; F. COUPERIN Les Barricades Misterieuses, Les Silvains (Rondeau), Les Tours De Passe Passe; F. TÁRREGA Las Dos Hermanitas, Paquito, Sueno; VIVALDI Sonata R. 46; S. GOSS El Llanto De Los Suenos; I. ALBÉNIZ Zambra Granadina, Torre Bermeja.
Tickets to this performance are $40 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Richard Morris Gives Annual Spivey Hall Recital on April 4
Spivey Hall organist-in-residence Richard Morris will give his annual recital in Clayton State University’s world-famous performance venue on Saturday, Apr. 4 at 3 p.m.
Morris commands a vast knowledge of the organ repertoire as well as a quick wit; his commentary from the stage is both informative and entertaining. A renowned concert organist who has performed extensively throughout the United States, he is one of the few organists ever to give a solo recital at Carnegie Hall. Morris presently serves as organist at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Mableton, Ga.
World Magazine described his recent MSR Classics CD, The Grand Tradition, featuring the A.E. Schlueter Pipe Organ at Savannah's First Presbyterian Church, as "an awe-inspiring program resulting from a skillful blend of virtuosity and reverence."
Tickets to this performance are $30 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Morris commands a vast knowledge of the organ repertoire as well as a quick wit; his commentary from the stage is both informative and entertaining. A renowned concert organist who has performed extensively throughout the United States, he is one of the few organists ever to give a solo recital at Carnegie Hall. Morris presently serves as organist at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Mableton, Ga.
World Magazine described his recent MSR Classics CD, The Grand Tradition, featuring the A.E. Schlueter Pipe Organ at Savannah's First Presbyterian Church, as "an awe-inspiring program resulting from a skillful blend of virtuosity and reverence."
Tickets to this performance are $30 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Saturday, March 21, 2009
Charles Wadsworth Concert Marks an 80th Birthday Celebration
This year’s Charles Wadsworth & Friends concert takes on special significance as it serves as a celebration of acclaimed pianist and musician Charles Wadsworth’s 80th birthday. This year also marks a turning point in Wadsworth’s career as he approaches an octogenarian status and looks forward to a less rigorous schedule. Wadsworth stated, “I’ve been involved in the Festival in Spoleto, Italy, for 50 years now and in the Spoleto USA Festival in Charleston for well over 30 years. I’ve enjoyed touring, but it’s involved traveling from one city to another, often without a break, and much of it has been international traveling for extended periods.” Having recently returned from an extensive and highly successful series of concerts in South America with several audiences that numbered in the thousands, Wadsworth says, “I’m giving it up!”
After his recent decision to discontinue extensive touring and drastically diminish his performance demands, many of Wadsworth’s concerts have become “Farewell” events. For Wadsworth, there are doors to be closed and doors to be opened. A few of the doors being opened involve spending more time composing music and lecturing to students. His diminished concert schedule may include single concerts requiring minimal travel. One door that will be left ajar relates to Newnan and Coweta County. “My concerts in Newnan and all the people there have always been special to me, and as long as I’m able, I’ll want to keep that door open,” said Wadsworth. He continued and said, “This year’s concert in Newnan is special to me in an additional way. Not only because it nearly coincides with my birthday, but also because my wife Susan, my two daughters, my grandchildren, and several other relatives will join me for the occasion.”
Wadsworth’s achievement of attaining octogenarian status represents a notable accomplishment. Marking that date, accompanied by such a massive list of credits, makes it a far more impressive birthday. Touring throughout the U.S. and the world, performing for heads-of-state and for audiences that now total in the millions, receiving such an abundance of accolades and awards … the sum of it all is much more than substantial. Only a few such native sons have gained such fame.
Over the years, Charles Wadsworth has devoted more and more of his time to fostering musical talent and spotlighting the most accomplished musicians of today and tomorrow. On March 28 the “Wadsworth & Friends” concert continues that goal when Wadsworth accompanies five of classical music’s finest performers in the newly refurbished Art Deco Newnan auditorium named in his honor. The audience will be treated to an evening of world-class entertainment … just a few hundred feet from where the young Charles Wadsworth lived as a boy and began the journey of his career.
Tickets for the 7:30 pm event will be available at Scott’s Bookstore in Newnan, Morgan’s Jewelry in Ashley Park, and the Bank of Coweta at Thomas Crossroads. General seating adult tickets are $20 and Senior/Student tickets are $15.
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After his recent decision to discontinue extensive touring and drastically diminish his performance demands, many of Wadsworth’s concerts have become “Farewell” events. For Wadsworth, there are doors to be closed and doors to be opened. A few of the doors being opened involve spending more time composing music and lecturing to students. His diminished concert schedule may include single concerts requiring minimal travel. One door that will be left ajar relates to Newnan and Coweta County. “My concerts in Newnan and all the people there have always been special to me, and as long as I’m able, I’ll want to keep that door open,” said Wadsworth. He continued and said, “This year’s concert in Newnan is special to me in an additional way. Not only because it nearly coincides with my birthday, but also because my wife Susan, my two daughters, my grandchildren, and several other relatives will join me for the occasion.”
Wadsworth’s achievement of attaining octogenarian status represents a notable accomplishment. Marking that date, accompanied by such a massive list of credits, makes it a far more impressive birthday. Touring throughout the U.S. and the world, performing for heads-of-state and for audiences that now total in the millions, receiving such an abundance of accolades and awards … the sum of it all is much more than substantial. Only a few such native sons have gained such fame.
Over the years, Charles Wadsworth has devoted more and more of his time to fostering musical talent and spotlighting the most accomplished musicians of today and tomorrow. On March 28 the “Wadsworth & Friends” concert continues that goal when Wadsworth accompanies five of classical music’s finest performers in the newly refurbished Art Deco Newnan auditorium named in his honor. The audience will be treated to an evening of world-class entertainment … just a few hundred feet from where the young Charles Wadsworth lived as a boy and began the journey of his career.
Tickets for the 7:30 pm event will be available at Scott’s Bookstore in Newnan, Morgan’s Jewelry in Ashley Park, and the Bank of Coweta at Thomas Crossroads. General seating adult tickets are $20 and Senior/Student tickets are $15.
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
King of Classical Guitar to Play Spivey Hall, March 21
Australian native John Williams, the undisputed king of the classical guitar (according to The Times of London), returns to Clayton State University’s Spivey Hall for an eagerly anticipated solo recital on Saturday, Mar. 21, at 8:15 p.m.
Last heard at Spivey Hall in duo recital with John Etheridge in April 2006, Williams is an inspiring interpreter, prolific recording artist, and celebrated master of his instrument.
Tickets to this performance are $30 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Last heard at Spivey Hall in duo recital with John Etheridge in April 2006, Williams is an inspiring interpreter, prolific recording artist, and celebrated master of his instrument.
Tickets to this performance are $30 (50 percent off for Clayton State faculty and staff); Clayton State students pay just $10. For tickets and more information, call the Spivey Hall Box Office at (678) 466-4200. Full-price tickets only are available online at www.spiveyhall.org (a per-ticket service fee applies).
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Open Mic Night at The Fred
If your dream is to perform in front of a live audience, or if your garage band is convinced they’re ready to go on the road- The Fred has an opportunity for you! Open Mic Night at the Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheater in Peachtree City is scheduled for Saturday, May 9. “We are looking for bands, vocalists, even comedians” says Nancy Price, Manager of The Fred. “This is basically a showcase of talent and all of the participants will get the chance to perform in front of a live audience that night with professional sound and lighting.”
Open Mic will take place Saturday, May 9 beginning at 7 pm. Spectators attending the event will be charged a $5.00 fee if purchased in advance and $10.00 at the door to see an evening of diverse and great entertainment. There are a limited number of slots available so applicants are encouraged to register early. The participants will be rated that evening by a panel of judges and the winner will have the opportunity to open for one of the events scheduled this summer at The Fred.
Applications are currently available for Open Mic Night and may be picked up at The Fred Box Office or the Recreation Administration Building. Applications are also available online at www.amphitheater.org There is an application fee of $20 for groups of 2 or more and $10 for solo artists. The deadline for the Open Mic competition is April 20. For further information call 770-631-0630 or email nprice@amphitheater.org. or sdavenport@amphitheater.org.
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Open Mic will take place Saturday, May 9 beginning at 7 pm. Spectators attending the event will be charged a $5.00 fee if purchased in advance and $10.00 at the door to see an evening of diverse and great entertainment. There are a limited number of slots available so applicants are encouraged to register early. The participants will be rated that evening by a panel of judges and the winner will have the opportunity to open for one of the events scheduled this summer at The Fred.
Applications are currently available for Open Mic Night and may be picked up at The Fred Box Office or the Recreation Administration Building. Applications are also available online at www.amphitheater.org There is an application fee of $20 for groups of 2 or more and $10 for solo artists. The deadline for the Open Mic competition is April 20. For further information call 770-631-0630 or email nprice@amphitheater.org. or sdavenport@amphitheater.org.
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The Oak Ridge Boys Set to Perform on SXSW Live March 20th
The Oak Ridge boys are making a special appearance this week at Austin, Texas’ trendsetting South by Southwest (SXSW) Music Festival. They will perform on SXSW Live, a live television broadcast airing exclusively on DIRECTV’s original entertainment channel, The 101® Network. Broadcasting live in HD and 5.1 surround sound, their performance will air Friday March 20th at 7pm CST / 8pm ET.
“For the third year in a row, DIRECTV customers will be able to experience SXSW Live with a front-row seat and an exclusive look into one of the premier music festivals in the world,” said Eric Shanks, executive vice president of Entertainment for DIRECTV.
The broadcast will originate from updated state-of-the-art venue – the Lonestar Lounge - constructed from the ground up in the Austin Convention Center to host the exclusive SXSW Live performances on DIRECTV.
SXSW Live is produced through a partnership with the SXSW Music and Media Conference, Blaze TV (www.blaze.tv ) and DIRECTV
For more information on the SXSW Music Conference, please visit: http://2009.sxsw.com/music
For more information on SXSW Live, please visit: www.sxswlive.com
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“For the third year in a row, DIRECTV customers will be able to experience SXSW Live with a front-row seat and an exclusive look into one of the premier music festivals in the world,” said Eric Shanks, executive vice president of Entertainment for DIRECTV.
The broadcast will originate from updated state-of-the-art venue – the Lonestar Lounge - constructed from the ground up in the Austin Convention Center to host the exclusive SXSW Live performances on DIRECTV.
SXSW Live is produced through a partnership with the SXSW Music and Media Conference, Blaze TV (www.blaze.tv ) and DIRECTV
For more information on the SXSW Music Conference, please visit: http://2009.sxsw.com/music
For more information on SXSW Live, please visit: www.sxswlive.com
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Chattanooga Boys Choir in Concert with Southern Nights Chorale
The Cantabile Choir of the Chattanooga Boys Choir will join the Southern Nights Chorale in a free, 90-minute choral concert at Peachtree Christian Church on Sunday, May 17th at 3:00. The church is located at 1580 Peachtree Street.
The Cantabile Choir is the changed-voice component of the Chattanooga Boys Choir under the direction of Vincent Oakes. The CBC was founded in 1954 as a music education and performance organization, and presently has over 140 boys from ages 8-18 in five different choirs. The Cantabile ensemble was added in 2002 from graduates of the organization's treble (unchanged voices) choirs, and many of its members have been singing together since the third grade. This choir traditionally sings male choir repertoire representing college glee club, men's chorus, and barbershop styles. Please visit their website at: www.chattanoogaboyschoir.org.
The Southern Nights Chorale is an auditioned, acappella men’s select chorus with an eclectic repertoire consisting of light classical, pop favorites, patriotic and sacred selections. It was formed in 2004 by J.D. Holmes, Director. In its brief history, the Southern Nights Chorale has performed at the Georgia Governor’s Mansion; at the Atlanta Braves’ stadium; at Clayton County Performing Arts Center; and at local church and civic events. For information on the Southern Nights Chorale, please visit their website at: www.southernnightschorale.org.
Be sure to mark your calendar for May 17th to enjoy a delightful afternoon of exceptional, harmoniously blended choral music.
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The Cantabile Choir is the changed-voice component of the Chattanooga Boys Choir under the direction of Vincent Oakes. The CBC was founded in 1954 as a music education and performance organization, and presently has over 140 boys from ages 8-18 in five different choirs. The Cantabile ensemble was added in 2002 from graduates of the organization's treble (unchanged voices) choirs, and many of its members have been singing together since the third grade. This choir traditionally sings male choir repertoire representing college glee club, men's chorus, and barbershop styles. Please visit their website at: www.chattanoogaboyschoir.org.
The Southern Nights Chorale is an auditioned, acappella men’s select chorus with an eclectic repertoire consisting of light classical, pop favorites, patriotic and sacred selections. It was formed in 2004 by J.D. Holmes, Director. In its brief history, the Southern Nights Chorale has performed at the Georgia Governor’s Mansion; at the Atlanta Braves’ stadium; at Clayton County Performing Arts Center; and at local church and civic events. For information on the Southern Nights Chorale, please visit their website at: www.southernnightschorale.org.
Be sure to mark your calendar for May 17th to enjoy a delightful afternoon of exceptional, harmoniously blended choral music.
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Get Your Band Canned
Vietti Vinyl, an innovative program created by the makers of Vietti Chili, a popular product that has been enjoyed in American households for years, has launched its 2009 campaign to promote emerging and established musical talent through collectible product labels and other grassroots marketing initiatives. Vietti produces 150,000 to 200,000 cans of chili per label run and with distribution in more than 30 states, the power of your music and branding has unique potential to reach new audiences!
In 2007/2008, the Vietti brand featured musical entertainers such as The Grascals, the Warren Brothers, Heartland, Restless Heart, John Corbett, Riders in the Sky, Cherryholmes, Nashville Star winner Chris Young, Aly Sutton, Tom Hambridge, Lucy Angel, the Isaacs, the Povertyneck Hillbillies, Alecia Nugent, and Pat Flynn.
In addition to the can branding music fans are able to download the artist’s music right from the Vietti Vinyl website and actually track the traffic and downloads. This is a new way to build a fan base, gain recognition, brand an artists career in new markets and introduce the band to a whole new demographic!
All artists and bands wishing to be considered for this campaign should submit a press kit and music sample to:
Vietti Vinyl Music Program
P.O. Box 23015
Nashville, TN 37202
(615) 777-6995 x30
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In 2007/2008, the Vietti brand featured musical entertainers such as The Grascals, the Warren Brothers, Heartland, Restless Heart, John Corbett, Riders in the Sky, Cherryholmes, Nashville Star winner Chris Young, Aly Sutton, Tom Hambridge, Lucy Angel, the Isaacs, the Povertyneck Hillbillies, Alecia Nugent, and Pat Flynn.
In addition to the can branding music fans are able to download the artist’s music right from the Vietti Vinyl website and actually track the traffic and downloads. This is a new way to build a fan base, gain recognition, brand an artists career in new markets and introduce the band to a whole new demographic!
All artists and bands wishing to be considered for this campaign should submit a press kit and music sample to:
Vietti Vinyl Music Program
P.O. Box 23015
Nashville, TN 37202
(615) 777-6995 x30
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Bluegrass Around Georgia
Every Tuesday
Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Thursday, March 19
For excellence in traditional bluegrass, you can rely on Barbwire Bluegrass as they perform at the Redlight Cafe, 553 Amsterdam Ave, Atlanta, GA 30306, Jams start at 7pm, Show starts at 9pm. For more info, go to www.RedlightCafe.com or www.myspace.com/barbwirebluegrass
Friday, Mar 20
Curtis Blackwell & The Dixie Bluegrass Boys will perform at Sawnee Mountain Music Store, 1540 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040. Show time: 8pm - 10:30pm, jams from 6 - 8pm. For more info; www.sawneemountainmusic.com.
Saturday, March 21
Mountain Faith Bluegrass Gospel from North Carolina, Jerry Bennett Kirkland & Friends and Klassic Kuntry will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday, Mar 21
7pm The Hitching Post Music Barn of Woodland, AL will host the bluegrass comedy act Goldwing Express. For more info: Suzanne Vines, 770-315-6450 or www.hitchingpostmusicbarn.com
Saturday, Mar 21
The Annual Fund-raiser for The Williamson Music Barn will feature performances from Jim and Friends, Rythum Masters, and Borderline Blue with the stage shows starting at 6pm.
Donations are accepted but there is no admission charge. The Barn is located at 2233 Highway 362 West Williamson, GA 30292 For more information, contact Dan Kilgore at 706-975-9045.
MARCH 21 at 4 p.m
In Memory of the late Richard Kent Streeter, who passed away on March 8, an open Jam session will be held at the Prater’s Mill stage and Pavilion on the grounds of Prater’s Mill Historic site just out from Tunnel Hill Ga. Please bring your instruments, songs and some food to share. For more information, email pdl721@bellsouth.net or call 770/645-4508.
Sunday, Mar 22
The Mars Hill Porch Pickers will be featured at the SEBA Hiram Chapter, which takes place each 4th Sunday at the Loving Shepherd Lutheran Church, 4211 Hiram Sudie Road, Hiram, GA 30141. Show starts at 3pm with jamming ‘til 6pm. For more info: http://members.soundclick.com/sebahiram
Saturday, Mar 28 – 4:30pm
The Annual Stocking Full of Love Bluegrass Benefit will take place at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring, GA. There will be a cake walk, door prizes and plenty of food. For more info: John Roberts 423-892-3622, Sharon Lands 706-861-9898, or Skeet Pinion 706-820-0822.
From Now through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
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Bluegrass Jam, 6 – 10pm (on the Antibelum trail between Athens and Macon) in Eatonton Georgia. Keith Rowell, Red Wing Old Time Music Show. For more info E-mail Rowell@mindspring.com or call 706-923-0031
Thursday, March 19
For excellence in traditional bluegrass, you can rely on Barbwire Bluegrass as they perform at the Redlight Cafe, 553 Amsterdam Ave, Atlanta, GA 30306, Jams start at 7pm, Show starts at 9pm. For more info, go to www.RedlightCafe.com or www.myspace.com/barbwirebluegrass
Friday, Mar 20
Curtis Blackwell & The Dixie Bluegrass Boys will perform at Sawnee Mountain Music Store, 1540 Dahlonega Hwy, Cumming, GA 30040. Show time: 8pm - 10:30pm, jams from 6 - 8pm. For more info; www.sawneemountainmusic.com.
Saturday, March 21
Mountain Faith Bluegrass Gospel from North Carolina, Jerry Bennett Kirkland & Friends and Klassic Kuntry will appear at the Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, A full evening of good bluegrass & country music. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Saturday, Mar 21
7pm The Hitching Post Music Barn of Woodland, AL will host the bluegrass comedy act Goldwing Express. For more info: Suzanne Vines, 770-315-6450 or www.hitchingpostmusicbarn.com
Saturday, Mar 21
The Annual Fund-raiser for The Williamson Music Barn will feature performances from Jim and Friends, Rythum Masters, and Borderline Blue with the stage shows starting at 6pm.
Donations are accepted but there is no admission charge. The Barn is located at 2233 Highway 362 West Williamson, GA 30292 For more information, contact Dan Kilgore at 706-975-9045.
MARCH 21 at 4 p.m
In Memory of the late Richard Kent Streeter, who passed away on March 8, an open Jam session will be held at the Prater’s Mill stage and Pavilion on the grounds of Prater’s Mill Historic site just out from Tunnel Hill Ga. Please bring your instruments, songs and some food to share. For more information, email pdl721@bellsouth.net or call 770/645-4508.
Sunday, Mar 22
The Mars Hill Porch Pickers will be featured at the SEBA Hiram Chapter, which takes place each 4th Sunday at the Loving Shepherd Lutheran Church, 4211 Hiram Sudie Road, Hiram, GA 30141. Show starts at 3pm with jamming ‘til 6pm. For more info: http://members.soundclick.com/sebahiram
Saturday, Mar 28 – 4:30pm
The Annual Stocking Full of Love Bluegrass Benefit will take place at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring, GA. There will be a cake walk, door prizes and plenty of food. For more info: John Roberts 423-892-3622, Sharon Lands 706-861-9898, or Skeet Pinion 706-820-0822.
From Now through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
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Monday, March 16, 2009
PTC First Presbyterian Sponsors Southern Crescent Chorale Concert March 28
First Presbyterian Church of Peachtree City will be hosting the Southern Crescent Chorale in concert on Saturday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. This is the fifth concert as part of the church’s 2008-2009 Concert Series season.
The Southern Crescent Chorale has established a reputation for excellence and achievement in the arts community of south Atlanta. Now in its seventh season under the direction of Janice Folsom, this 65-voice auditioned community chorus’s mission is to enrich the communities of the southern crescent with a variety of choral literature with high performance standards. The Chorale continues to develop a faithful following of excited patrons.
This concert is free to the community. A love offering will be taken. Childcare will be available for children ages 4 and younger.
First Presbyterian Church is located in Peachtree City at 206 Willowbend Rd. across from the library and city hall. For more information, please call (770) 487-7757 or email concerts@firstpresptc.com.
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Sunday, March 15, 2009
Wadsworth & Friends Concert to Include 2 New Master Classes
Based on the outstanding success of last year’s two Master Classes that were held in conjunction with the 2008 Wadsworth & Friends Concert, two new Master Classes will new be offered as an integral part of this year’s event.
“A Master Classis a class given to students of a particular discipline – usually music, but also painting, drama, or any of the arts. In a Master Class, a teacher’s general
comments are replaced by the far more personal, intimate, informed, and individualized instructions and comments of a practiced professional in that talent or skill.”
Referring to last year’s Master Class for strings students, Dr. Lyn Schenbeck of Smokey Road Middle School and Director of the Arts at the Central Educational Center stated, “My Smokey Road orchestral string students were very excited about last year’s Master Class with violinist Chee-Yun. As a result, they all began to practice more seriously and are playing much better this year. It was exciting to watch a seasoned professional be so inspiring to young people. We thank everyone involved for bringing in such amazing talent!”
Invitations have been sent by the City of Newnan’s Cultural Arts Commission to the heads of musical departments in county schools, inviting students to attend the two Master Classes that will be conducted on Friday, March 28th, at The Centre for Performing & Visual Arts. Don Nixon, Director at The Centre, has played a pivotal role in implementing the classes that were initially conceived by Newnan’s Mayor Keith Brady and Charles Wadsworth.
Since providing the Master Classes represents a significant added expense, the Newnan Cultural Arts Commission solicited sponsorships from the community. Based on the enthusiastic response to the 2008 classes, Cargill and Newnan’s Rotary Club each agreed to again sponsor one of the Master Classes. Cargill’s Vice President and General Manager Bradley Down said, “At Cargill, we believe in our youth, and the arts represent a very important part of their education. We feel a corporate responsibility to help in this area and support this special program.” Newnan Rotary’s President Marvin McKoy commented, “Rotary gets involved in many charities, but there’s nothing more important than education and this is a quality endeavor. Our Rotary members gave an immediate and unanimous endorsement to sponsoring this project.”
Tickets for the 7:30 pm event will be available at Scott’s Bookstore in Newnan, Morgan’s Jewelry in Ashley Park, and the Bank of Coweta at Thomas Crossroads. General seating adult tickets are $20 and Senior/Student tickets are $15.
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“A Master Classis a class given to students of a particular discipline – usually music, but also painting, drama, or any of the arts. In a Master Class, a teacher’s general
comments are replaced by the far more personal, intimate, informed, and individualized instructions and comments of a practiced professional in that talent or skill.”
Referring to last year’s Master Class for strings students, Dr. Lyn Schenbeck of Smokey Road Middle School and Director of the Arts at the Central Educational Center stated, “My Smokey Road orchestral string students were very excited about last year’s Master Class with violinist Chee-Yun. As a result, they all began to practice more seriously and are playing much better this year. It was exciting to watch a seasoned professional be so inspiring to young people. We thank everyone involved for bringing in such amazing talent!”
Invitations have been sent by the City of Newnan’s Cultural Arts Commission to the heads of musical departments in county schools, inviting students to attend the two Master Classes that will be conducted on Friday, March 28th, at The Centre for Performing & Visual Arts. Don Nixon, Director at The Centre, has played a pivotal role in implementing the classes that were initially conceived by Newnan’s Mayor Keith Brady and Charles Wadsworth.
Since providing the Master Classes represents a significant added expense, the Newnan Cultural Arts Commission solicited sponsorships from the community. Based on the enthusiastic response to the 2008 classes, Cargill and Newnan’s Rotary Club each agreed to again sponsor one of the Master Classes. Cargill’s Vice President and General Manager Bradley Down said, “At Cargill, we believe in our youth, and the arts represent a very important part of their education. We feel a corporate responsibility to help in this area and support this special program.” Newnan Rotary’s President Marvin McKoy commented, “Rotary gets involved in many charities, but there’s nothing more important than education and this is a quality endeavor. Our Rotary members gave an immediate and unanimous endorsement to sponsoring this project.”
Tickets for the 7:30 pm event will be available at Scott’s Bookstore in Newnan, Morgan’s Jewelry in Ashley Park, and the Bank of Coweta at Thomas Crossroads. General seating adult tickets are $20 and Senior/Student tickets are $15.
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Friday, March 13, 2009
Whitewater High School Chorale Receives Standing Ovation in Savannah
Whitewater High School's Chorale was honored to perform at GMEA's (Georgia Music Educator's Association) In-Service Conference and Convention on January 30th, 2009. This conference and convention took place at Wesley Monumental Church in Savannah, GA.
Kelly Butler, Director; Hannah Beth Potter, Assistant Director and Amy Meyer, Accompanist led Whitewater High School's Chorale in songs including "O Quam Gloriosum" by Tomas Luis e Victoria; "Hear Me, I Will Live" from Crying For A Dream by Rene Clausen; "Sing A Mighty Song" by Daniel E. Gawthrop; "O nata lux" by David Dickau; "The Conversion of Saul" by Z. Randall Stroope; "God Is Seen" by Robert Shaw / Alice Parker and "Job, Job" by Stephen Hatfield. They received a standing ovation by a standing room only audience.
Whitewater High School opened in 2003 with a single freshman class. Over the past 6 school years, the choral program has grown from 80 students in 2003 to over 275 students in 2009. Six choirs meet on a daily basis while an elite a cappella ensemble rehearses after school. The Whitewater Chorale is a premier choir that was formed in 2006 with 45 upper classmen.
By 2009, the choir has grown to include over 50 auditioned 11th & 12th grade singers. Members participate in GMEA events such as District Honor Chorus and All-State Chorus, have been selected for Governor's Honors Program, and have been asked to perform at many venues in the Southern Crescent Region.
WHS Chorale continues to receive superior ratings (Class A) at performance evaluation in performance and sight-reading. The mission of the choir is to perform challenging musical literature that both the students and the conductor are passionate about, to excel in sight-reading and music theory, and to grow as musicians and individuals throughout the school year whiel participating in the choir.
Fayette County is fortunate to have such an incredible group of talented students.
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Clayton State Opera Presents… “Noye’s Fludde”
“This is participatory drama!”
So says Dr. Kurt-Alexander Zeller, Clayton State University’s director of Opera and Vocal Studies. This year’s Clayton State Opera performance is “Noye’s Fludde,” a late 16th century mystery play from the Chester Mystery Cycle that was set to music by Benjamin Britten in 1957.
Taking part in the Biblical story of Noah’s Ark, in addition to eight Clayton State undergraduate students, will be 45 students from Jonesboro’s J.W. Arnold Elementary School, Clayton State Music Preparatory student Brad Raymond (Newnan), who plays Noye (aka Noah), and the audience who will be present in Clayton State’s world-famous Spivey Hall on Friday, Mar. 27 and Saturday, Mar. 28. Both performances will start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 general admission (available from the Spivey Hall Box Office). Clayton State students, faculty and staff are admitted free with their Laker ID.
“Warm up before you come — the audience gets to sing along three times,” suggests Director Zeller.
In addition to the audience taking part, Zeller is very enthusiastic about the Soaring Eagle Singers from Arnold Elementary, who are conducted by Joanne Maples, and who play the animals in the opera. It’s an opportunity that Zeller says will benefit both the younger and older singers.
“Bringing elementary school children here and having them work collaboratively with Clayton State students gives them the idea about going to college. It’s a chance for them to say, `I could be a college student,’” he says. “Part of our job is opening people’s eyes that there’s more out there. And that’s true for students on all levels, from elementary school to Clayton State students.”
In addition to Raymond, the following students will be taking part in “Noye’s Fludde…”
Mrs. Noye: Lianna Wimberly (Jonesboro, junior B.M. in Voice Performance major)
Sem: José Caballero (McDonough, sophomore B.M. in Voice Performance major)
Ham: Afolabi Giwa (Fairburn, junior B.A. in Music major)
Jaffet: Stephen Odom (Stockbridge, junior B.A. in Music major)
Mrs. Sem: Lindsey Martin (Lilburn, junior B.M. in Voice Performance major)
Mrs. Ham: Amanda Pillatzki (Hampton, high-school Department of Music Preparatory Department student)
Mrs. Jaffet: Melissa Reece (Stockbridge, sophomore B.M. in Music Education major)
God Clayton Beatty (Jonesboro, B.A. in Theater major)
The orchestra for the performance also includes Clayton State adjunct Music professor Daniel Pyle, “shaking the walls with the organ,” says Zeller.
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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So says Dr. Kurt-Alexander Zeller, Clayton State University’s director of Opera and Vocal Studies. This year’s Clayton State Opera performance is “Noye’s Fludde,” a late 16th century mystery play from the Chester Mystery Cycle that was set to music by Benjamin Britten in 1957.
Taking part in the Biblical story of Noah’s Ark, in addition to eight Clayton State undergraduate students, will be 45 students from Jonesboro’s J.W. Arnold Elementary School, Clayton State Music Preparatory student Brad Raymond (Newnan), who plays Noye (aka Noah), and the audience who will be present in Clayton State’s world-famous Spivey Hall on Friday, Mar. 27 and Saturday, Mar. 28. Both performances will start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 general admission (available from the Spivey Hall Box Office). Clayton State students, faculty and staff are admitted free with their Laker ID.
“Warm up before you come — the audience gets to sing along three times,” suggests Director Zeller.
In addition to the audience taking part, Zeller is very enthusiastic about the Soaring Eagle Singers from Arnold Elementary, who are conducted by Joanne Maples, and who play the animals in the opera. It’s an opportunity that Zeller says will benefit both the younger and older singers.
“Bringing elementary school children here and having them work collaboratively with Clayton State students gives them the idea about going to college. It’s a chance for them to say, `I could be a college student,’” he says. “Part of our job is opening people’s eyes that there’s more out there. And that’s true for students on all levels, from elementary school to Clayton State students.”
In addition to Raymond, the following students will be taking part in “Noye’s Fludde…”
Mrs. Noye: Lianna Wimberly (Jonesboro, junior B.M. in Voice Performance major)
Sem: José Caballero (McDonough, sophomore B.M. in Voice Performance major)
Ham: Afolabi Giwa (Fairburn, junior B.A. in Music major)
Jaffet: Stephen Odom (Stockbridge, junior B.A. in Music major)
Mrs. Sem: Lindsey Martin (Lilburn, junior B.M. in Voice Performance major)
Mrs. Ham: Amanda Pillatzki (Hampton, high-school Department of Music Preparatory Department student)
Mrs. Jaffet: Melissa Reece (Stockbridge, sophomore B.M. in Music Education major)
God Clayton Beatty (Jonesboro, B.A. in Theater major)
The orchestra for the performance also includes Clayton State adjunct Music professor Daniel Pyle, “shaking the walls with the organ,” says Zeller.
A unit of the University System of Georgia, Clayton State University is an outstanding comprehensive metropolitan university located 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Thursday, March 12, 2009
Tommie Sunshine Hits HALO for Free Performance Monday, March 23
Renowned Producer, Songwriter, DJ Brings Legendary Live Performance & DJ Sets to Atlanta For One Night Only Before Heading to Miami’s Winter Music Conference
Tommie Sunshine, renowned producer, songwriter, DJ and former Atlanta, Ga. resident is performing at HALO on Monday, March 23 beginning at 10 p.m. The sophisticated upscale bar located underneath the historic Biltmore Hotel in heart of Midtown is home to the city’s best and longest running industry night, HALO Monday Nights, and has earned a reputation as a haven for electronic music aficionados. Free admission for Tommie Sunshine for ages 21+ with a valid ID.
Influenced by equal parts New Wave, Rock & Roll, and House music, American rave legend and Brooklyn, NY resident Tommie Sunshine is raising the bar and bringing his legendry hybrid of live performance and DJ sets to HALO. An artist, remixer, producer, label owner, DJ and songwriter, Sunshine has been travelling the globe and has played everywhere from the dirtiest dive bars to the Guggenheim Museum. Studio collaborations include Felix da Housecat, James Murphy, Arthur Baker, Mylo and DJ Hell. An established remixer, Tommie (alongside collaborator Mark Verbos) has been requested to retouch work from a diverse list that includes Louis XVI, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Good Charlotte, Kid Alex, Princess Superstar, Elvis Presley, Fallout Boy, Gang of Four, My Robot Friend, The Killers, ‘Da Brat, P.O.D., Fischerspooner, The Faint, Kill Hannah, IMA Robot, Ladytron, and Avril Lavigne. Major fashion houses have also sourced out Sunshine for his deck time such as Versace, Raf Simons, Chanel, Xavier Delcour and Jeremey Scott – Beverly Hills. While in Atlanta, Sunshine ran Satellite Records and played at clubs throughout the city. Tommie's latest endeavour, a hard hitting, bass heavy, house music mix album titled Relax, This Won't Hurt, was released on Ultra Records on October 21 2008.
HALO is open Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. and Saturday from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. There is no cover charge before 10 p.m. Convenient and affordable covered parking for only $5 is located at the Biltmore Parking Garage, which can be accessed from both Cypress and 6th Streets. Door-front valet parking will be available in coming weeks.
Located at 817 W. Peachtree St NW in Midtown Atlanta, Georgia, the entrance to HALO is on 6th Street between W. Peachtree and Cypress Streets. Contact HALO at 404.962.7333, info@halolounge.com, or visit www.halolounge.com.
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Tommie Sunshine, renowned producer, songwriter, DJ and former Atlanta, Ga. resident is performing at HALO on Monday, March 23 beginning at 10 p.m. The sophisticated upscale bar located underneath the historic Biltmore Hotel in heart of Midtown is home to the city’s best and longest running industry night, HALO Monday Nights, and has earned a reputation as a haven for electronic music aficionados. Free admission for Tommie Sunshine for ages 21+ with a valid ID.
Influenced by equal parts New Wave, Rock & Roll, and House music, American rave legend and Brooklyn, NY resident Tommie Sunshine is raising the bar and bringing his legendry hybrid of live performance and DJ sets to HALO. An artist, remixer, producer, label owner, DJ and songwriter, Sunshine has been travelling the globe and has played everywhere from the dirtiest dive bars to the Guggenheim Museum. Studio collaborations include Felix da Housecat, James Murphy, Arthur Baker, Mylo and DJ Hell. An established remixer, Tommie (alongside collaborator Mark Verbos) has been requested to retouch work from a diverse list that includes Louis XVI, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Good Charlotte, Kid Alex, Princess Superstar, Elvis Presley, Fallout Boy, Gang of Four, My Robot Friend, The Killers, ‘Da Brat, P.O.D., Fischerspooner, The Faint, Kill Hannah, IMA Robot, Ladytron, and Avril Lavigne. Major fashion houses have also sourced out Sunshine for his deck time such as Versace, Raf Simons, Chanel, Xavier Delcour and Jeremey Scott – Beverly Hills. While in Atlanta, Sunshine ran Satellite Records and played at clubs throughout the city. Tommie's latest endeavour, a hard hitting, bass heavy, house music mix album titled Relax, This Won't Hurt, was released on Ultra Records on October 21 2008.
HALO is open Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. and Saturday from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. There is no cover charge before 10 p.m. Convenient and affordable covered parking for only $5 is located at the Biltmore Parking Garage, which can be accessed from both Cypress and 6th Streets. Door-front valet parking will be available in coming weeks.
Located at 817 W. Peachtree St NW in Midtown Atlanta, Georgia, the entrance to HALO is on 6th Street between W. Peachtree and Cypress Streets. Contact HALO at 404.962.7333, info@halolounge.com, or visit www.halolounge.com.
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American Idol David Cook to Perform at The Grand in Macon
2008 American Idol winner and platinum-selling recording artist David Cook will make his Macon debut Wednesday, April 8, when the record-breaking, chart-topping rocker performs at The Grand Opera House, a performing arts center of Mercer University, during his first headline tour “The Declaration Tour – 2009.” It is his first scheduled tour date in Georgia.
The concert begins at 8 p.m., and the $25 tickets go on sale to the public Wednesday, March 18, at 10 a.m. Tickets are available through Mercer Ticket Sales at (478) 301-5470 or online at TheGrandMacon.com. Tickets may also be purchased at one of two Mercer Ticket Sales locations in downtown Macon: The Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St., or The Grand’s Administrative Offices, 400 Poplar St.
Just one week after being named the winner of the seventh season of “American Idol,” 25-year-old Cook rewrote chart history, with a record-breaking 14 debuts on Billboard’s Hot Digital Songs survey. He also had 11 songs jump onto the Hot 100, the highest number of new entries ever, and the second-highest amount of simultaneous hits since the Beatles in 1964. All that, and his single, “The Time of My Life,” instantly became the highest debuting title of 2008, entering the Hot 100 at No. 3.
When this most recent season of “American Idol” began, Cook wasn’t on anyone’s radar to win the whole thing – including his own. “I like that I ‘snuck up’ on people,” he says. “During those early shows, when there were 24 people, I knew I didn’t have to be one of the best, but I didn’t want to be one of the worst. So it was fun for me because there wasn’t a lot of pressure and I could find my own footing.”
Cook won fans with his unique renditions of songs like Lionel Richie’s “Hello,” Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” and the Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby.” He explains, “When I began, I told vocal coach Debra Byrd I wanted the season to be like a set list, so people would feel like they were at one of my concerts.”
Cook’s musical journey began early. He grew up watching his father play guitar. But David’s first instrument of choice was the violin. “I tried that first because there was a girl in the school orchestra I thought was pretty.” When he was in seventh grade, his dad bought him a Fender Stratocaster. “I was bad at it because I never took a lesson. Gradually I got better.”
He was exposed to many different genres of music. “My parents had eclectic record collections. My mom liked Kenny Rogers and my dad was more into Boston, Kansas and Dire Straits. The first cassette tape I ever bought was by Kris Kross. I was into Boyz II Men for a while. When I was 13, someone played me the song ‘Closer’ by Nine Inch Nails and once I got past the audacity of the lyrics, I really enjoyed the song. So I backtracked through rock, which got me to where I am now.”
Cook formed a band in high school with a friend and appeared in three musicals: “West Side Story,” “Singin’ in the Rain” and “The Music Man.” He also loved sports and played baseball throughout high school. Ultimately his love for music brought his attention back to his band. Cook enrolled at Central Missouri State, changed the name of the band from Redeye to Axiom to Axium and had some local success.
As he was completing his studies, Cook had to choose between working as a graphic designer in Kansas City or moving to Tulsa to play rhythm guitar and sing backing vocals for a band called the Midwest Kings. “Of course, I moved to Tulsa,” he says. That’s where he lives today, although home is officially Blue Springs, Missouri. The Cook family relocated there after he was born in Houston on Dec. 20, 1982.
With his friends chipping in financially, Cook recorded “Analog Heart.” The album sold well regionally and won an URBY award from Urban Tulsa Weekly for Best Independent Album. He was in the early stages of recording a second album when his younger brother Andrew asked him to accompany him to Omaha and lend moral support while he tried out for “American Idol.” Cook was reluctant, but his brother and mother did their best to persuade him.
Next, Simon, Randy and Paula sent Cook to Hollywood, where he made it into the top 24. Then he was in the top 12, the top 10, the top five and the top two, all without ever being in the dreaded “bottom three.” Then, on May 21 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, Ryan Seacrest pronounced David Cook the winner of this season of “American Idol.”
It’s all come with lessons learned, according to Cook. “The whole process has given me a brand-new lease on life in that I am more sure of who I am now that ever before. I’ve learned that when I’m singing live on stage to embrace that moment and if doesn’t work, it’s OK, move on.”
Cook’s self-titled debut for 19 Recordings/RCA Records was released on Nov. 18, 2008, and entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an American Idol winner since 2006.
Anyone interested in tickets or information about the April 8 concert, should contact Mercer Ticket Sales at (478) 301-5470 or visit TheGrandMacon.com.
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The concert begins at 8 p.m., and the $25 tickets go on sale to the public Wednesday, March 18, at 10 a.m. Tickets are available through Mercer Ticket Sales at (478) 301-5470 or online at TheGrandMacon.com. Tickets may also be purchased at one of two Mercer Ticket Sales locations in downtown Macon: The Grand Opera House, 651 Mulberry St., or The Grand’s Administrative Offices, 400 Poplar St.
Just one week after being named the winner of the seventh season of “American Idol,” 25-year-old Cook rewrote chart history, with a record-breaking 14 debuts on Billboard’s Hot Digital Songs survey. He also had 11 songs jump onto the Hot 100, the highest number of new entries ever, and the second-highest amount of simultaneous hits since the Beatles in 1964. All that, and his single, “The Time of My Life,” instantly became the highest debuting title of 2008, entering the Hot 100 at No. 3.
When this most recent season of “American Idol” began, Cook wasn’t on anyone’s radar to win the whole thing – including his own. “I like that I ‘snuck up’ on people,” he says. “During those early shows, when there were 24 people, I knew I didn’t have to be one of the best, but I didn’t want to be one of the worst. So it was fun for me because there wasn’t a lot of pressure and I could find my own footing.”
Cook won fans with his unique renditions of songs like Lionel Richie’s “Hello,” Michael Jackson’s “Billie Jean” and the Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby.” He explains, “When I began, I told vocal coach Debra Byrd I wanted the season to be like a set list, so people would feel like they were at one of my concerts.”
Cook’s musical journey began early. He grew up watching his father play guitar. But David’s first instrument of choice was the violin. “I tried that first because there was a girl in the school orchestra I thought was pretty.” When he was in seventh grade, his dad bought him a Fender Stratocaster. “I was bad at it because I never took a lesson. Gradually I got better.”
He was exposed to many different genres of music. “My parents had eclectic record collections. My mom liked Kenny Rogers and my dad was more into Boston, Kansas and Dire Straits. The first cassette tape I ever bought was by Kris Kross. I was into Boyz II Men for a while. When I was 13, someone played me the song ‘Closer’ by Nine Inch Nails and once I got past the audacity of the lyrics, I really enjoyed the song. So I backtracked through rock, which got me to where I am now.”
Cook formed a band in high school with a friend and appeared in three musicals: “West Side Story,” “Singin’ in the Rain” and “The Music Man.” He also loved sports and played baseball throughout high school. Ultimately his love for music brought his attention back to his band. Cook enrolled at Central Missouri State, changed the name of the band from Redeye to Axiom to Axium and had some local success.
As he was completing his studies, Cook had to choose between working as a graphic designer in Kansas City or moving to Tulsa to play rhythm guitar and sing backing vocals for a band called the Midwest Kings. “Of course, I moved to Tulsa,” he says. That’s where he lives today, although home is officially Blue Springs, Missouri. The Cook family relocated there after he was born in Houston on Dec. 20, 1982.
With his friends chipping in financially, Cook recorded “Analog Heart.” The album sold well regionally and won an URBY award from Urban Tulsa Weekly for Best Independent Album. He was in the early stages of recording a second album when his younger brother Andrew asked him to accompany him to Omaha and lend moral support while he tried out for “American Idol.” Cook was reluctant, but his brother and mother did their best to persuade him.
Next, Simon, Randy and Paula sent Cook to Hollywood, where he made it into the top 24. Then he was in the top 12, the top 10, the top five and the top two, all without ever being in the dreaded “bottom three.” Then, on May 21 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, Ryan Seacrest pronounced David Cook the winner of this season of “American Idol.”
It’s all come with lessons learned, according to Cook. “The whole process has given me a brand-new lease on life in that I am more sure of who I am now that ever before. I’ve learned that when I’m singing live on stage to embrace that moment and if doesn’t work, it’s OK, move on.”
Cook’s self-titled debut for 19 Recordings/RCA Records was released on Nov. 18, 2008, and entered the Billboard charts at No. 3 and the digital album charts at No. 1, marking the best debut from an American Idol winner since 2006.
Anyone interested in tickets or information about the April 8 concert, should contact Mercer Ticket Sales at (478) 301-5470 or visit TheGrandMacon.com.
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Tuesday, March 10, 2009
March Bluegrass Around Georgia
Thursday, March 12 – The dynamic group of acoustic multi-instrumentalists from the Ocoee River region of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Steel String Session, is returning to Atlanta and will be featured at the Redlight Cafe, 553 Amsterdam Ave, Atlanta, GA 30306, Jams start at 7pm, Show starts at 9pm. For more info, go to www.RedlightCafe.com or www.steelstringsession.com.
Friday, Mar 13-7:20 pm - Just-Us Bluegrass Band - featuring the top 3rd Banjo player in the nation, Brett Martin, Banjo player for The Just-Us Bluegrass Band. Hear some of the best hard driving and harmony vocals this side of the Chattahoochee, at the Lake Pines Camp Grounds in Columbus, GA. Go to www.Justusbluegrassband.com for more information.
Saturday, Mar 14 – The Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, will feature a full evening of good bluegrass, country and gospel music, as Spirit Song, Rhythm Masters, Gospel Gazette and Blue Jam are scheduled to appear. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Bluegrass/Folk Music singer, songwriter, Poet and historian writer Mr. Rich Streeter is in hospice in Hamilton Medical Center of Dalton Ga. and asked the Doctors not to sustain him anymore. For CD’s, Books, or DVD’s, please go to www.jimmydriftwoodlegacyproject.com, or contact Norma Jean Streeter, 145 Brittney Dr. SE, Suite 100, Calhoun, GA 30701-4456
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Friday, Mar 13-7:20 pm - Just-Us Bluegrass Band - featuring the top 3rd Banjo player in the nation, Brett Martin, Banjo player for The Just-Us Bluegrass Band. Hear some of the best hard driving and harmony vocals this side of the Chattahoochee, at the Lake Pines Camp Grounds in Columbus, GA. Go to www.Justusbluegrassband.com for more information.
Saturday, Mar 14 – The Hollonville Opry in Hollonville, GA, will feature a full evening of good bluegrass, country and gospel music, as Spirit Song, Rhythm Masters, Gospel Gazette and Blue Jam are scheduled to appear. First show starts at 6:30pm www.HollonvilleOpry.com or 770-228-4832.
Starting March 10 through April, MMFS will offer a tune-learning class from 7 - 8:30 PM. These are for the advanced beginner to intermediate student who would like to build there repertoire for playing in traditional music sessions. All instruments and ages are welcome. The classes will be taught by Matt Evans and Christie Burns. Cost is $10.00 per person per class. No weekly commitment required. Call 423-827-8906 for info. No RSVP required. Steve Daugherty 423-875-5250
Bluegrass/Folk Music singer, songwriter, Poet and historian writer Mr. Rich Streeter is in hospice in Hamilton Medical Center of Dalton Ga. and asked the Doctors not to sustain him anymore. For CD’s, Books, or DVD’s, please go to www.jimmydriftwoodlegacyproject.com, or contact Norma Jean Streeter, 145 Brittney Dr. SE, Suite 100, Calhoun, GA 30701-4456
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Monday, March 09, 2009
Georgia Tech Announces Winners of First Guthman Musical Instrument Competition
/PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Georgia Tech's Center for Music Technology announced Jaime Oliver's Silent Drum won first place in the first Guthman Musical Instrument Competition. The competition - supported by the philanthropic family of Tech alum Richard Guthman - showcased new uses of technology to enhance participation in music performance and music creation.
Nearly 30 inventors from seven countries performed on Georgia Tech's campus in the competition for more than $15,000 in prizes. Guest judges Eran Egozy, of video game development company Harmonix Music Systems, and digital music writer Eliot Van Buskirk joined the Georgia Tech Center for Music Technology to score the instruments for their musicality, design and engineering. Eric Singer from the League of Electronic Musical Urban Robots (LEMUR) won second place for his robotic guitar, and SLABS Touch Pads by David Wessel of the Center of New Music and Audio Technologies at the University of California, Berkeley, took third place.
"We were blown away by the diversity and quality of the competitors - it was great to see ideas from commercial firms, academicians and just creative young musicians," said Tech music director Frank Clark. "Thanks to the Guthmans, we think the Musical Instrument Competition will expose new paradigms of expression year after year."
"It was a very open and competitive group of people with some very high quality instruments," said Oliver, a doctoral student at University of California, San Diego. "Judging was good and diverse, and technical support was great."
Oliver's instrument is a drum shell with an elastic spandex head, illuminated from the inside, that uses shapes and shadows to compute and control sound. Other entries included Sorisu, which responded and accompanies a player's movements in the game Soduko; the Tongue Music System; and a whimsical star-and-circle-shaped contraption with exposed wires that uttered slow, mysterious sounds.
"Since this was the first competition of its kind, it brought together people that had been working on the subject for decades," said Oliver. "Good competitions have a feedback effect and I wouldn't be surprised to see this one having an effect in the number and quality of instruments that are developed in the following years."
"Anyone that has an idea should come, get some feedback and perhaps win," said Oliver. "Many of us do this trying to find ways of realizing sound morphologies that contain the nuance of human performance, unsatisfied with complex automations, in need of performing, of feeling that materiality that sometimes electronic sounds lack."
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Nearly 30 inventors from seven countries performed on Georgia Tech's campus in the competition for more than $15,000 in prizes. Guest judges Eran Egozy, of video game development company Harmonix Music Systems, and digital music writer Eliot Van Buskirk joined the Georgia Tech Center for Music Technology to score the instruments for their musicality, design and engineering. Eric Singer from the League of Electronic Musical Urban Robots (LEMUR) won second place for his robotic guitar, and SLABS Touch Pads by David Wessel of the Center of New Music and Audio Technologies at the University of California, Berkeley, took third place.
"We were blown away by the diversity and quality of the competitors - it was great to see ideas from commercial firms, academicians and just creative young musicians," said Tech music director Frank Clark. "Thanks to the Guthmans, we think the Musical Instrument Competition will expose new paradigms of expression year after year."
"It was a very open and competitive group of people with some very high quality instruments," said Oliver, a doctoral student at University of California, San Diego. "Judging was good and diverse, and technical support was great."
Oliver's instrument is a drum shell with an elastic spandex head, illuminated from the inside, that uses shapes and shadows to compute and control sound. Other entries included Sorisu, which responded and accompanies a player's movements in the game Soduko; the Tongue Music System; and a whimsical star-and-circle-shaped contraption with exposed wires that uttered slow, mysterious sounds.
"Since this was the first competition of its kind, it brought together people that had been working on the subject for decades," said Oliver. "Good competitions have a feedback effect and I wouldn't be surprised to see this one having an effect in the number and quality of instruments that are developed in the following years."
"Anyone that has an idea should come, get some feedback and perhaps win," said Oliver. "Many of us do this trying to find ways of realizing sound morphologies that contain the nuance of human performance, unsatisfied with complex automations, in need of performing, of feeling that materiality that sometimes electronic sounds lack."
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Saturday, March 07, 2009
Musicology and the Ugarte Studio Join to Offer Lessons in Newnan
Musicology and The Ugarte Studio are joining to offer lessons in Newnan, starting in March. Group voices lessons will be offered at Musicology as an Introduction to Voice, starting on March 12 for four weeks.
“I kept receiving requests for voice lessons in Newnan,” explained Maria Pia Ugarte, founder of The Ugarte Studio, currently based in Fayetteville and servicing students in that area and in Peachtree City. “I have known of Doug Kees for quite some time and everybody spoke very highly of him, so I decided to get in touch and see if we could work something out.” After a successful meeting, Musicology and The Ugarte Studio agreed on a joint effort to start offering more services in music education in Newnan. “We will start with voice group lessons and go from there,” said Ugarte.
Musicology was founded by Doug Kees through Doug Kees Music Services in January of 2007 and currently provides music education to hundreds of students in Coweta County. Doug Kees began professional performances while still in high school in Atlanta. He continued studying music at Georgia State University where he earned a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance. Since that time, with thousands of performances to his credit, he has performed in concert halls, nightclubs, churches, fraternity houses, recording studios, restaurants, and schools from Seattle to Detroit, from Memphis to Key West and across the Southeast.
The Ugarte Studio was founded in Peachtree City in 1998 by Maria Pia Ugarte, Artistic Director of Voices and founder of the female solo ensemble Zaphyra. After a two-year sabbatical, The Ugarte Studio reopened last year in Fayetteville. Ms. Ugarte holds degrees with honors from Peru and New York University, having attended The Juilliard School. It is there where she met world renown conductor, Maestro Vincent La Selva, Founder and Artistic Director of New York Grand Opera. Since then, she has coached opera under his tutelage. Ms. Ugarte has performed in South America and The United States, in New York with New York Grand Opera, and in Atlanta with renown American composer Pauline Oliveros. She can currently be heard with Voices and Zaphyra in The Southern Arc.
Group lessons will be offered as an “Introduction to Voice” starting on March 12 at Musicology. Classes will meet on Thursdays until April 16, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, ages 7 -12 years old. Instruction will be provided by Ms. Ugarte in the fundamentals of singing: basics of breath management, posture, vocal and muscle coordination, ear training and pitch recognition. Sessions are one hour long, once weekly, for four weeks. At the end of the last lesson, a song will be performed jointly by the students for family and friends. The course fee is $60.00 plus a $5.00 material fee. No music background is necessary. Please call Musicology at 770-252-7900 to register or for more information or visit www.MusicologyNewnan.com for contact information.
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“I kept receiving requests for voice lessons in Newnan,” explained Maria Pia Ugarte, founder of The Ugarte Studio, currently based in Fayetteville and servicing students in that area and in Peachtree City. “I have known of Doug Kees for quite some time and everybody spoke very highly of him, so I decided to get in touch and see if we could work something out.” After a successful meeting, Musicology and The Ugarte Studio agreed on a joint effort to start offering more services in music education in Newnan. “We will start with voice group lessons and go from there,” said Ugarte.
Musicology was founded by Doug Kees through Doug Kees Music Services in January of 2007 and currently provides music education to hundreds of students in Coweta County. Doug Kees began professional performances while still in high school in Atlanta. He continued studying music at Georgia State University where he earned a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance. Since that time, with thousands of performances to his credit, he has performed in concert halls, nightclubs, churches, fraternity houses, recording studios, restaurants, and schools from Seattle to Detroit, from Memphis to Key West and across the Southeast.
The Ugarte Studio was founded in Peachtree City in 1998 by Maria Pia Ugarte, Artistic Director of Voices and founder of the female solo ensemble Zaphyra. After a two-year sabbatical, The Ugarte Studio reopened last year in Fayetteville. Ms. Ugarte holds degrees with honors from Peru and New York University, having attended The Juilliard School. It is there where she met world renown conductor, Maestro Vincent La Selva, Founder and Artistic Director of New York Grand Opera. Since then, she has coached opera under his tutelage. Ms. Ugarte has performed in South America and The United States, in New York with New York Grand Opera, and in Atlanta with renown American composer Pauline Oliveros. She can currently be heard with Voices and Zaphyra in The Southern Arc.
Group lessons will be offered as an “Introduction to Voice” starting on March 12 at Musicology. Classes will meet on Thursdays until April 16, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm, ages 7 -12 years old. Instruction will be provided by Ms. Ugarte in the fundamentals of singing: basics of breath management, posture, vocal and muscle coordination, ear training and pitch recognition. Sessions are one hour long, once weekly, for four weeks. At the end of the last lesson, a song will be performed jointly by the students for family and friends. The course fee is $60.00 plus a $5.00 material fee. No music background is necessary. Please call Musicology at 770-252-7900 to register or for more information or visit www.MusicologyNewnan.com for contact information.
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