Hello Songwriter,
I saw this on Fox 4 channel just today. The song is written and sung by Gary Burr. I met Gary many years ago in Sony Tree studios in Nashville. He's written tons of hits.
Our Annual International Songwriting Contest, which offers more than $5,000 in prizes with winners in 8 categories will kick off on June 1. In 2019, we had entries and winners from Iceland, Sweden, the UK, and all over the United States. https://dsasongcontest.blogspot.com
This year we will include our new Young Songwriters Song Contest for 18 and under which will open for entries on June 1.
Our regular DSA MONTHLY EVENTS have gone virtual
* First Thursday Monthly Meeting, with guest speaker and song critiques.
https://zoom.us/j/907852000
* Songwriter Meetup, 1st Monday, at Half Price Books on NWH in Dallas
https://zoom.us/j/881960764
* 3rd Thursday Open Mic at Dunn Brothers Coffee in Addison hosted by Harry.
https://zoom.us/j/548251993
* 2nd Wednesday Showcase at Opening Bell in South Side.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
* 4th Thursday Showcase at Love and War in Texas in Plano
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
• Harry's Virtual Open Mic - every Friday 6 -9
https://zoom.us/j/93223369467
Here's a list of monthly events and the Facebook event links: https://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com
Wanna join us online for our events? It's easier than you think ! Here is a how to video:
At last month's first Thursday Meeting, on April 2, Harry Hewlett taught us all how to use Zoom. This month, on May 7, Harry will go into detail about how to get the best Zoom performance using your iPad and no other special equipment. Tune into our Zoom meeting from this link. https://zoom.us/j/907852000
There is a special event this Saturday, May 2nd, Six Zoomers On IPads, for iPad users only performing on Zoom. Tune in and see how good everyone sounds.
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/dsas-six-zoomers-on-ipads/165201388179699/
Create you own watch party and invite friends. It will inspire you to join in at our Thursday meeting to get up to speed so you can join the next iPad Zoom performance.
We will get through this together but let's have some fun too!
SPECIAL EVENTS COMING UP
DEEP ELLUM DALLAS SONGWRITERS SPOTLIGHT STAGE -has been rescheduled SEPT 11 - 12, 7-11pm
Check out the line up on the event page.
https://www.facebook.com/events/624936004966130/
DALLAS SONGWRITERS SPOTLIGHT ON THE WILDFLOWER CITY LINE STAGE -cancelled
DSA HALL OF FAME - rescheduled CALL FOR PERFORMERS - Rising Stars who would like to perform can send audition videos to DSA HOF Audition Video.
2020 Hall of Fame inductees: John Denver, England Dan Seals, John Ford Coley, Steve Wiseberg, Janie Fricke, and Gregg Smith. Last year, DSA initiated a new Rising Star program to encourage young aspiring musicians to celebrate our legends with performances of songs by our inductees. DSA is reaching out to the local music schools and asking for auditions at each school for the honor to perform. These students will be backed up by the BYO Hall of Fame band consisting of highly respected local musicians. The band members and special guests will also perform songs by our inductees.
WHAT: DSA Hall Of Fame
WHERE: Sons of Hermann Hall
WHEN: Sept 19th, Doors open 6:30PM Show Starts at 7PM
TICKETS: General Admission - 15 in advance, 18 at the door
Students: 10 in advance, 12 at the door
More Info: http://dallassongwritershalloffame.blogspot.com
We are migrating our member forum from yahoo to google groups. Here is the new google group. https://groups.google.com/d/forum/dallas-songwriters-members
We still count on you for support with your membership and donations. But most of all we want you to take advantage of the educational opportunities and participate.
There is still a chance to donate for the new year. Your generosity keeps our organization going. Just go to www.dallassongwriters.org and click on the donation link.
Thanks to Paul Zander, John Jaggers, Bobby Montgomery, David Lewis, Michael Brandenberger, Phillip Casteel, Alexis Tapp, Don Wall, Harry Hewlett, Kery Maddox, Ginger Stanoia, Kenneth Shoemaker, and Kristi Myers for their recent contributions to our fall fundraiser. Other contributors include Ireland, John Jaggers, Bill Kapac, Rio King, Mimi Balkey, Suzi Morse, and Jared LoStrato. Go to this link: https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association
Songcerely,
Barbe
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Hear the grand prize runner up, "A THOUSAND LIVES". https://www.broadjam.com/songs/comrad/a-thousand-lives
Hear second grand prize runner up "LOVE IS NOT". https://www.broadjam.com/songs/debragussin/love-is-not
Here is a link to a complete list of the winners: https://dsasongcontest.blogspot.com
The DSA Song Contest Awards Dinner that was held on Saturday, January 18, at Sons of Hermann Hall was well attended with 70+. Awards were presented for the Song Contest, Lyric Contest, Song of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. Semi-finalists Eddie Bowers, Charles Carter, Addison Havens, David Lewis, Bill Martin, Kyle Short and Stephanie Sammons will be performing, as well as, young songwriters Jade Nichol and TK Brown, who received 18 and under Rising Star Awards, plus Harry Hewlett and Barbara McMillen.
Robert Ehlert won the Fall lyric Contest.
Here is a link to the pdf of the Awards Program: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12U21eMdAYS13sS4Z5smSL3AD059xYUVt/view?usp=sharing
Category winners get cash prizes
Winners announced at our Awards Banquet.
JOHN LATINI WINS GRAND PRIZE IN THE 2018 DALLAS SONGWRITERS SONG CONTEST
http://dsapress.blogspot.com/2019/03/john-latini-wins-grand-prize-in-2018.html
Zoom Into DSA Virtual Events Performing with your IPAD with Harry Hewlett
Critiques will follow:
VIDEO OF PAST MEETINGS
Don Wall about DIY Music videos, Feb 6, 2020
https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/564837404103111/
John Jaggers about the Colorado capo, January 6, 2020. https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/615703919198867/
https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/2413755892187746/
ED BURNET: May 2, 2019 Half Price Books
https://www.facebook.com/groups/242191552781160/permalink/839986039668372/
BRUCE CHANNEL : https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/1820749174645104/
Another Whiskey - David Case
MARCH
I Can't Breathe - Allen Larson
I Could Never - Bill Martin
Humble Refugee - Kerry Maddox
Home in My Dreams - Don Wall
APRIL
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The dates for the 2020 ASCAP Musical Theatre Workshop have been rescheduled for June 16, 17 and 18. The venue is still the Wallis Theatre in Beverly Hills and the evenings begin at 7:30.
Opening Bell - 2nd Wednesday, 7-10, May 13
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
DUNN BROTHERS COFFEE HOUSE - Addison. https://zoom.us/j/548251993
see review of
11th Anniversary DSA 3rd Thursday Open Mic at Dunn Bros.
2020
MAY
1 - 3 Dallas International Guitar Show - DSA booth - moved to July
4 - DSA 1st Monday Meetup at Half Price Books
7 - DSA Monthly Meeting and Song Critiques at Half Price Books
13 - DSA Showcase at Opening Bell
15-17 Wildflower Festival DSA Spotlight on City Line Stage
21 - DSA Open Mic at Dunn Brothers
21 - 31 Kerrville Folk Festival
28 - DSA Showcase at Love N War
JUNE
1 - DSA Song Contest Opens
1 - 7 Kerrville Folk Festival
1 - DSA 1st Monday Meetup at Half Price Books
4 - DSA Monthly Meeting and Song Critiques at Half Price Books
6 - DSA @ Cityline - 6 - 9pm
10 - DSA Showcase at Opening Bell
18 - DSA Open Mic at Dunn Brothers
25 - DSA Showcase at Love N War
JULY
30- Aug 2 - Dallas International Guitar Show - DSA booth
AUG
20 - 22 Cutting Edge Seminar - NOLA
28-30 DIY Musician Conference, Austin, TX
See Texas Music Office events calendar https://gov.texas.gov/music/events
Moses Avalon's List of Top Ranked Music Conferences.
See house concerts and coffee houses here: http://unclecalvins.org/
Local Blues events: Bluelisablues.blogspot.com
Local Jazz events: https://www.kntu.com/live-wire/
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DSA LYRIC CONTEST
- Next deadline WINTER CONTEST postmarked June 30
https://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com/p/lyric-contest.html
Enter online https://dallassongwriters.org/dsa-lyric-contest/
or https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association
or by mail
Dallas Songwriters Lyric Contest,
Sammons Center For The Arts
3630 Harry Hines Blvd #20 Dallas, Tx 75219
FALL 2019 - WINNERS ANNOUNCED at the Awards Banquet on Jan 18
LYRICISTS GAIN RECOGNITION THROUGH COMPETITION
Next Lyric Contest Deadline is June 30th for Spring Lyric Contest
Entry fee is $10
Please see lyric contest webpage for details.
http://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com/p/lyric-contest.html
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Wanna get involved? Become a committee member. It's fun! Be apart of the inner workings of the DSA. We have committee positions open. Let us know if you'd like to be on the board. Just show up a our membership meeting.
2020 Directors elected at our Nov 4 2019 Annual Membership Meeting were:
Michael Brandenberger, Bobby Montgomery, Phillip Casteel, Barbe McMillen, Ben Halim, Joe Milton, Rene Sullivan, Ken Duren, Jessica Ewy, Alexis Tapp, Harry Hewlett, Buck Morgan, Jack Allday, Don Wall and Ricky Gene Wright. New 2020 officers were elected at the planning meeting on Jan 4th.
Officers 2020
Michael Brandenberger - Prez
Bobby Montgomery - VP Programs
Phil Casteel - Treasurer
Jessica Ewy - Secretary
Alexis Tapp - Lyric Contest Director
Renee Sullivan, VP Membership
Barbe McMillen - Administration, Newsletter
Harry Hewlett - VP of A/R, showcases
Ben Halim - VP of Technology
Rickey Gene Wright - Showcase Co-Director,
Don Wall - PR Communications
James Pappas, Joe Milton, Ken Duren, Buck Morgan, Jack Allday - At Large
If you are not a DSA Member, you missed these tips sent out through our yahoo group:
* Publisher looking for songs
* Artists/Producers looking for original material for recording artists
* Major Brand X (To be disclosed at a later time) Seeks Independent artist for music campaign.
* Where to get your cd reviewed
* Music related job listing
* Film Licensing Co. seeking instrumental music
* Cheap and free tickets - Free tickets to selected Workshops
Lyricists are invited to co-write with music writers by submitting your lyric through the member forum group. We are currently migrating the yahoo group to a google group.
Members have a chance to play in local venues and festival stages.
MEMBER NEWS
Member Brook Malouf wanted to share that Texas artist Hayden Haddock just released his new album, and he cut my song “America” that I co-wrote with Evan Thompson for this new album.
Trent Willmon produced it.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tzjVsG0bxOY
NEW MEMBERS: Have you joined our member only google group where you can talk with the group and get special offers and last minute updates on events? subscribe: https://groups.google.com/d/forum/dallas-songwriters-members
PATRON SAINTS: PAUL ZANDER, BOBBY MONTGOMERY, JOHN JAGGERS, BEN HALIM
Patron Sponsor L3: Michael Brandenberger, Bill Honker, John Stone, David Lewis
Patron Sponsor L1: Cliff Monroe, Suzi Morse, Rio King, Ginger Stanoio
Patron Sponsor: Mimi Balkey, Kristi Myers
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Prudence Huskey, Sam Moore, Stephen Tran, Kevin Brennan, Allison Becker, Morgan Bennett, Denny Mackey, Kyle Short, Trisha James, Carl Roberts, Greg Hinds, Richard Kirby, William Lee, Adam Rekerdres, William Wheeler, TK Brown,
THANK YOU FOR RENEWING YOUR MEMBERSHIP: Cat McGee, Ken Duren. John Mason Raquel Linderman, Gene Schillaci, Stephen Houpt, Beau McDermott, Minnie Murray, Don Wall, Gene Schillaci, Julie and Jeff Cater, Johnny Cromer, Kerry Maddox, Cara Thornton, Ron Young, Ben Halim, Keith Dodson, Stephanie Sammons, David Lewis,
TIME TO RENEW: The following members owe dues:
YOU HAVE A TWO MONTH GRACE PERIOD TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP OR YOU WILL BE DROPPED FROM THE MEMBER GROUP
EXPIRED IN MARCH: Melissa Standifird
EXPIRED IN APRIL: None, Thanks for renewing
EXPIRED IN MAY: Alejandro Dominguez, Steve Brown
EXPIRED IN JUNE: Donette Murphy, Jack Simmons, Robert Long
EXPIRED IN JULY: Mary Guthrie, Haley McDaniel
EXPIRED IN AUG:Michael Richards, Trevor Dahlen
EXPIRED IN SEPT: Katie Dundas, Teresa Ann Turner, Jane Fallon, Scott Mendenhall
EXPIRED IN OCT: Nitanie Paris
EXPIRED IN NOV: Ryan Galloway, Anna Xiong
EXPIRED IN DEC: none
EXPIRED IN JAN:Ginger Stanoiu, Bobby McCormick, Ted Vahovious, Steve Lowden, Randy Bell, Andre Kerek, Stephen Valenzuela, Terry Bloss, Denise Roster, David Claerr, Renee Saffier, Scott Thorn, Clark Ford, Stephanie Johnson, Mark Patterson
EXPIRED IN FEB: Josh Goode, Mathew Carroll, Ashley Sounds
EXPIRED IN MARCH: James Foster, Lance French, Jessica Ewy, Chris Kuhn
EXPIRED IN APRIL: Suzi Morse, Nichol Daniels, Amanda Banks, Pam Musgrove, Phillip Casteel,
TIME TO RENEW:John Nelson, Randy Overton, Robert Ehlert, Rob Case, Anthony Groom
https://weheartmusic.typepad.com/blog/musicians-who-died-in-2020.html
By Andrew Limbong (NPR)
Ellis Louis Marsalis Jr. was born on Nov. 14, 1934. He graduated from Dillard University in New Orleans with a B.A. in music education, and that was the field to which he devoted himself. Despite playing with such notable jazz musicians as Cannonball and Nat Adderley, he was most proud of his work as an educator. His music students included Terence Blanchard, Donald Harrison, Harry Connick Jr. and four of his sons: Wynton, Branford, Delfeayo and Jason Marsalis.
By Peter Keepnews (The New York Times)
A master of the subtle art of rhythm guitar as well as a gifted soloist, Mr. Pizzarelli was sought after for recording sessions in the 1950s and ’60s and can be heard on hundreds of records in various genres, although he was often uncredited. He also toured with Benny Goodman and was a longtime member of the “Tonight Show” orchestra. But he was little known to all but the most knowledgeable jazz fans until he was in his 40s. He became a mainstay of the New York jazz scene, often performing with his celebrated son John.
Barbe McMillen's blog, The Craft of Songwriting
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BW STEVENSON SONG CONTEST - poordavidspub.com
DEADLINE EXTENDED
TO ENTER, SEND MP3 OR CD OF TWO ORIGINAL SONGS
ALONG WITH A $25 ENTRY FEE TO:
POOR DAVID'S PUB
1313 S. LAMAR ST.
DALLAS, TX 75215
BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION AND SONG TITLES
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FARM | Folk Alliance Region Midwest
Official Showcase applications due June 10
October 22 - 26, 2020
Grand Rapids, Michigan
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
NERFA | Northeast Regional Folk Alliance
Semi-Formal Showcase applications due July 9
November 12-15, 2020
Stamford, Connecticut
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
SWRFA | Southwest Regional Folk Alliance
Official Showcase application due July 15
September 23 - 27, 2020
Austin, Texas
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
FAR-West | Folk Alliance Region West
Summer Registration Rate ends August 31
October 8 - 11, 2020
Woodland Hills, California
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
SERFA | Southeast Regional Folk Alliance
More Info Here
cancelled
Chattanooga, Tennessee
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
https://www.folk.org/page/Regions
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Thought about writing a song titled, Stay at Home", but just couldn't bring myself to do it. I've already heard that phrase too much. I'm so grateful to Harry Hewlett for conducting our virtual meetings, workshops and showcases via Zoom. Thanks to Harry my sanity is still in tack. Yes, DSA has gone global and virtual in order to continue to provide programing for our members. No matter where you are in the world, you can join ours meetings, open mics and showcases. So jump into the Texas music scene, and take advantage of these new opportunities anywhere in the world and join us for some virtual fun and learning opportunities. https://dallassongwriters.org/join-dsa/
I saw this on Fox 4 channel just today. The song is written and sung by Gary Burr. I met Gary many years ago in Sony Tree studios in Nashville. He's written tons of hits.
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WHEN THE SUN COMES OUT DALLAS 60 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxQfxYSVtv0 |
Our Annual International Songwriting Contest, which offers more than $5,000 in prizes with winners in 8 categories will kick off on June 1. In 2019, we had entries and winners from Iceland, Sweden, the UK, and all over the United States. https://dsasongcontest.blogspot.com
This year we will include our new Young Songwriters Song Contest for 18 and under which will open for entries on June 1.
In addition to our International Songwriting Contest, members can enter the Quarterly Lyric Contest https://www.facebook.com/DSALyricContest/, and monthly song critiques. The DSA currently offers members 2 virtual workshops each month, 2 virtual showcases, a virtual open mic, as well as special events. https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/
This year, our annual DSA Hall of Fame Event, which honors outstanding songwriters with North Texas ties, has been postponed until Sep 19, 2020. Honorees will include John Denver, England Dan and John Ford Coley, Janie Fricke, and Gregg A. Smith. Live performances by DSA Rising Star Students, DSA Members, and the BYO Musicians Network will be broadcast LIVE to a global audience.
Live performances and camaraderie with fellow songwriters make up the soul of DSA. Last months events have shown us that reaching out to the global community is hugely important to our mission to promote the craft of songwriting, provide realistic, educational opportunities to better navigate the music industry, and to provide exclusive performance opportunities, both LIVE and VIRTUAL. For a quick look at our virtual events this month we have provided an events list at
https://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com or you can tune into our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/pg/dallassongwriters/events/
To fulfill our mission, the Dallas Songwriters Association invites guest speakers to address our virtual audience for now, and to join our monthly workshops in the future. These workshops offer educational information from accomplished songwriters and industry professionals, everything from jingle writing, to do it yourself videos, to the new economics of the music industry. If you would like to conduct a workshop, please contact: info@dallassongwriters.org.
Our regular DSA MONTHLY EVENTS have gone virtual
* First Thursday Monthly Meeting, with guest speaker and song critiques.
https://zoom.us/j/907852000
* Songwriter Meetup, 1st Monday, at Half Price Books on NWH in Dallas
https://zoom.us/j/881960764
* 3rd Thursday Open Mic at Dunn Brothers Coffee in Addison hosted by Harry.
https://zoom.us/j/548251993
* 2nd Wednesday Showcase at Opening Bell in South Side.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
* 4th Thursday Showcase at Love and War in Texas in Plano
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
• Harry's Virtual Open Mic - every Friday 6 -9
https://zoom.us/j/93223369467
Here's a list of monthly events and the Facebook event links: https://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com
Wanna join us online for our events? It's easier than you think ! Here is a how to video:
ZOOM’S JOIN A MEETING VIDEO (Watch this video first!)
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-How-Do-I-Join-A-Meeting-?zcid=1588
At last month's first Thursday Meeting, on April 2, Harry Hewlett taught us all how to use Zoom. This month, on May 7, Harry will go into detail about how to get the best Zoom performance using your iPad and no other special equipment. Tune into our Zoom meeting from this link. https://zoom.us/j/907852000
There is a special event this Saturday, May 2nd, Six Zoomers On IPads, for iPad users only performing on Zoom. Tune in and see how good everyone sounds.
https://www.facebook.com/events/s/dsas-six-zoomers-on-ipads/165201388179699/
Create you own watch party and invite friends. It will inspire you to join in at our Thursday meeting to get up to speed so you can join the next iPad Zoom performance.
The Blues Foundation Blues Music Awards - Sunday, May 3 at 5:00 PM EST
The Blues Foundation will celebrate its 40th Anniversary and annual Blues Music Awards on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at 5pm ET / 4pm CT/ 2pm PT. Because of the coronavirus pandemic, this event has shifted from a live event to an online virtual celebration of the blues. Music lovers from around the world can tune in for free on the organization’s Facebook page or YouTube channel, and viewers can find direct links to watch on May 3rd at blues.org.
We will get through this together but let's have some fun too!
SPECIAL EVENTS COMING UP
DEEP ELLUM DALLAS SONGWRITERS SPOTLIGHT STAGE -has been rescheduled SEPT 11 - 12, 7-11pm
Check out the line up on the event page.
https://www.facebook.com/events/624936004966130/
DSA HALL OF FAME - rescheduled CALL FOR PERFORMERS - Rising Stars who would like to perform can send audition videos to DSA HOF Audition Video.
2020 Hall of Fame inductees: John Denver, England Dan Seals, John Ford Coley, Steve Wiseberg, Janie Fricke, and Gregg Smith. Last year, DSA initiated a new Rising Star program to encourage young aspiring musicians to celebrate our legends with performances of songs by our inductees. DSA is reaching out to the local music schools and asking for auditions at each school for the honor to perform. These students will be backed up by the BYO Hall of Fame band consisting of highly respected local musicians. The band members and special guests will also perform songs by our inductees.
WHAT: DSA Hall Of Fame
WHERE: Sons of Hermann Hall
WHEN: Sept 19th, Doors open 6:30PM Show Starts at 7PM
TICKETS: General Admission - 15 in advance, 18 at the door
Students: 10 in advance, 12 at the door
More Info: http://dallassongwritershalloffame.blogspot.com
Ticket link
We are migrating our member forum from yahoo to google groups. Here is the new google group. https://groups.google.com/d/forum/dallas-songwriters-members
We still count on you for support with your membership and donations. But most of all we want you to take advantage of the educational opportunities and participate.
There is still a chance to donate for the new year. Your generosity keeps our organization going. Just go to www.dallassongwriters.org and click on the donation link.
Thanks to Harry Hewlett you can view some of our open mics and guest speakers in a live stream on Facebook? See guest our guest speakers, and past Angela's showcases. Can't make it? Then tune into Facebook/dallassongwriters. Want to be on our facebook streams? Show up and perform.
WOW! What a exciting spring full of great events. Happy Valentines and Mardi Gras.
WOW! What a exciting spring full of great events. Happy Valentines and Mardi Gras.
Songcerely,
Barbe
DSA SONG CONTEST - Opens June 1
Dam Stasi and Kickbend with Mesus is Grand Prize Winner with song "UNLESS". Runner up Comrad (Arthur Revechkis) wins with "A THOUSAND LIVES" and Debra Gussin is second runner up with 'LOVE IS NOT". Read about these winners and the interviews with these artists here on our press page. MORE: https://dsapress.blogspot.com/2020/04/dsa-2019-song-contest-grand-prize.html
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| Mesus and Dam Stasi with grand. prize Casio Privia PX-S1000 keyboard |
Hear the grand prize runner up, "A THOUSAND LIVES". https://www.broadjam.com/songs/comrad/a-thousand-lives
Hear second grand prize runner up "LOVE IS NOT". https://www.broadjam.com/songs/debragussin/love-is-not
Here is a link to a complete list of the winners: https://dsasongcontest.blogspot.com
The DSA Song Contest Awards Dinner that was held on Saturday, January 18, at Sons of Hermann Hall was well attended with 70+. Awards were presented for the Song Contest, Lyric Contest, Song of the Year and Songwriter of the Year. Semi-finalists Eddie Bowers, Charles Carter, Addison Havens, David Lewis, Bill Martin, Kyle Short and Stephanie Sammons will be performing, as well as, young songwriters Jade Nichol and TK Brown, who received 18 and under Rising Star Awards, plus Harry Hewlett and Barbara McMillen.
Robert Ehlert won the Fall lyric Contest.
Sorry you were not able to appear in person. Here is a link to a video of the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69Ov2xo-Acs
And there are oodles of photos on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/dallassongwriters/photos/?tab=album&album_id=2883673535018186Here is a link to the pdf of the Awards Program: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12U21eMdAYS13sS4Z5smSL3AD059xYUVt/view?usp=sharing
http://dsasongcontest.blogspot.com Cash Prizes +
DSA is proud to announce that this years Grand Prize Casio Privia Keyboard is the new PX-S1000. This new electronic keyboard sounds and feels like a real piano and it is lighter weight than other keyboards with the same features. This “world’s slimmest digital piano” weighs in at just 24.7 pounds. The back panel includes a USB port, an audio (stereo mini-jack) port, and two 1/4 inch outputs, (stereo and mono). The Privia PX-S1000 contains 18 different "bread and butter" sounds, including numerous acoustic pianos, Rhodes and Wurlitzer-type electric pianos, vibes, string patches, organs, harpsichord, and acoustic bass. You can also layer and split these sounds.
Every working pianist in a metropolitan area where space and portability are paramount should try Casio's Privia PX-S1000 for themselves. From its realistic piano sound and touch, to its extreme portability and modern connectivity it’s truly a marvel.
Read full review at Keyboard Magazine.
THANKS TO OUR SONG CONTEST SPONSORS
GRAND PRIZE - A Casio Privia Piano
https://www.casio.com/products/electronic-musical-instruments/stage-pianos/px-360
1st, 2nd and 3rd place
wins recording time at
Grand Prize winners receive:
($199.95 Value)
Includes Artist Website, 1 Yr. Hosting
Category winners get cash prizes
JOHN LATINI WINS GRAND PRIZE IN THE 2018 DALLAS SONGWRITERS SONG CONTEST
http://dsapress.blogspot.com/2019/03/john-latini-wins-grand-prize-in-2018.html
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Zoom Into DSA Virtual Events Performing with your IPAD with Harry Hewlett
So you wanna perform virtually but you don't have the proper equipment to perform from your computer. Yes, you can get a good sound from your IPAD. Learn how to use zoom on your IPAD to connect with and perform on our virtual Open Mics and Showcases. This is easier than you think. So join us because we are missing you. You will get an invite to join the meeting from our member group email or you can look on the event page on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/events/2654181978137285/
ZOOM’S JOIN A MEETING VIDEO (Watch this video first if you haven't already!)
https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362193-How-Do-I-Join-A-Meeting-?zcid=1588
Critiques will follow:
As usual, for members we will also have song critiques by industry pros Barbe McMillen and Joe Milton. Play your song live, from your computer, or your phone or email an MP3 to Harry Hewlett at hhhewlett@gmail.com, and also you can display your lyrics from your computer so the members can give comments as well. You will also be entered into the DSA Song of the Year and Songwriter of the Year contest. The cost is $10 per song.
Location: Your home
6:00 pm: Doors Open/Networking and visiting
7:00 pm: Program followed by song critiques for members only
Pay online for critique. https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association or
6:00 pm: Doors Open/Networking and visiting
7:00 pm: Program followed by song critiques for members only
Pay online for critique. https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association or
https://dallassongwriters.org/shop/dsa-meeting-song-critique-entry/
Each song is entered into the Song of The Year and Songwriter of the Year Competition which is awarded at our December Awards Banquet.
Each song is entered into the Song of The Year and Songwriter of the Year Competition which is awarded at our December Awards Banquet.
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VIDEO OF PAST MEETINGS
Don Wall about DIY Music videos, Feb 6, 2020
https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/564837404103111/
John Jaggers about the Colorado capo, January 6, 2020. https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/615703919198867/
https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/2413755892187746/
ED BURNET: May 2, 2019 Half Price Books
https://www.facebook.com/groups/242191552781160/permalink/839986039668372/
BRUCE CHANNEL : https://www.facebook.com/dallassongwriters/videos/1820749174645104/
Thanks to Harry Hewlett we have a video of the Sept 6th 2018 meeting with Bruce Channel. Bruce received an award from BMI for two million radio performances of Hey! Baby. His original record of Hey! Baby is featured in the hit movie, Dirty Dancing, and on the international sound track album, listed in BILLBOARD’s Pop Album for over three months with sales of over twelve + million units.
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BEST SONGS of the Meeting - 2020
https://bestsongsofthemeeting.blogspot.com
There is a comprehensive list on this website of all submitted. Also, past winners can be located at the above url.
2020
JAN
Take Another Chance - David Lewis
Must Be Present to Win - John Jaggers
Take Another Chance - David Lewis
Must Be Present to Win - John Jaggers
Light On The Sand - Beau McDermott
FEB
Full Moon - Barbe McMillen
Red White and Blue - Don Wall
The Forgotten Vet - Don WallAnother Whiskey - David Case
MARCH
I Can't Breathe - Allen Larson
I Could Never - Bill Martin
Humble Refugee - Kerry Maddox
Home in My Dreams - Don Wall
APRIL
2019
Winners were announced at the Awards Dinner on Jan. 18, 6Pm Sons of Hermann Hall.
2019 SONG OF THE YEAR SEMIFINALIST
THE STORY OF BONNIE & CLYDE - Barbe McMillen
WATERING HOLE - Harry Hewlett
MONAHANS by Randy Overton
I FOUND LOVE by David Lewis
RED YELLOW BLACK AND WHITE - Harry Hewlett
SANTA ALWAYS HIT EAST TEXAS LAST - Don Wall
GONNA LOVE ON YOU - Harry Hewlett
HE LOOKED LIKE WAYLON BUT SOUNDED LIKE CASH - Rickey Gene Wright
I NEVER CRIED - Rio King
MADISON ELIZABETH'S DAY - David Lewis
THE MUSIC WAS A MIRACLE - Alexis Tapp
THOUGHTS OF YOU - Barbe McMillen
WINNER OF BEST SONGS OF THE MEETING
SONG OF THE YEAR
SONG OF THE YEAR
THE STORY OF BONNIE AND CLYDE - Barbe McMillen
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR - Harry Hewlett
SONGWRITER OF THE YEAR - Harry Hewlett
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| Jack Allday, Judge, Barbe McMillen, Harry hewlett |
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WORKSHOPS and CONFERENCES
DSA MEETUP - 1st Monday - Zoom - Monday, May 4th, 7PM, hosted by Harry Hewlett
https://zoom.us/j/881960764DSA MONTHLY GUEST SPEAKER AND SONG CRITIQUES - on Thursday, May 7 at 6:30pm - Zooming into DSA Events
The dates for the 2020 ASCAP Musical Theatre Workshop have been rescheduled for June 16, 17 and 18. The venue is still the Wallis Theatre in Beverly Hills and the evenings begin at 7:30.
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Financial Planning For Creatives!
Music Meets The Boardroom Present:
Financial Planning For Creatives
Financial Planning For Creatives
A conversation with and for recording artists and musicians navigating financial literacy in this new climate.
Featuring Latoya Cooper, Regina Diann and Candaice Clark
Date: Saturday, June 20th
Time: 9:30 am CST (10:30 pm EST)
*Early Bird Rates Available*
*Early Bird Rates Available*
Conversation will be broadcast via Zoom
DSA MEMBERS WERE GIVEN A CODE to attend the workshop for free
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28TH CUTTING EDGE ENTERTAINMENT LAW SEMINAR - AUGUST 20 - 22, 2020 |
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SHOWCASES AND OPEN MICS
SHOWCASES: DSA SPOTLIGHT
Harry will be hosting these events as an open mic on Zoom for the month of May. We will perform in the round in the order that you come into the meeting.Opening Bell - 2nd Wednesday, 7-10, May 13
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
Love and War - 4th Thursday, 7-10, May 28
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
City Line - Saturday June 6, 6-9.
DSA FESTIVAL SPOTLIGHT STAGES
Deep Ellum Arts Festival dual stages moved to Sept 11-12 at Sons of Hermann Hall and DSA Street Stage on Main. https://www.facebook.com/events/1501080823389755/
DSA STREET STAGE lineupFRIDAY, SEPT 11
7:00 Jade Nickol
7:30 Rickey Gene Wright & Denise Owen
8:00 T K Brown
8:30 Lance French with Mandy & Jonathan Banks
9:00 Raquel Nguyen-Lindemann
9:30-10:00 Rio King
SATURDAY, SEPT 12:
7:00 Stephen Valenzuela
7:30 Ireland
8:00 Joe Milton
8:30 Jessica & Tim Ewy
9:00 Craig Langford
9:30-10:00 Allen Larson
https://facebook.com/events/s/deep-ellums-dallas-songwriters/1501080823389755/?ti=icl
FRIDAY - SEPT 11 2020
12:00 Michael Brandenberger
12:30 Jeff Groce
1:00 Ashley Andrade
1:30 Phil Ward
2:00 Natasha Blanton
2:30 David Case
3:00 Trisha James
3:30 Buck Morgan
4:00 Don Wall
4:30 John Jaggers
5:00 Rickey Gene Wright & Denise Owens
5:30 David Lewis
6:00 Rickey Gene Wright
6:30 Johnny Cromer
7:00 Jeff & Julie Cater (Justus)
7:30 Allen Larson
8:00 Rio King
8:30 Bill Martin
9:00 Beau McDermott
9:30-10:00 Harry Hewlett
SATURDAY - SEPT 12, 2020
12:00 Bobby Dallas
12:30 Jeff Groce
1:00 Caera Thornton
1:30 Craig St Clair
2:00 Buck Morgan
2:30 Stephen Houpt
3:00 Cat McGee
3:30 John Mason
4:00 Jade Nickol
4:30 Stephen Valenzuela
5:00 Jell & Julie Cater (Justus)
5:30 Ireland Casteel
6:00 Barbe McMillen
6:30 Kyle Short
7:00 TK Brown
7:30 Craig Langford
8:00 Dorinda Weaver
8:30 Bill Sibley
9:00 Don Wall
9:30-10:00 Harry Hewlett
Deep Ellum Best Parking Guide
https://cravedfw.com/2014/08/08/deep-ellum-best-parking-guide-ever/
City Line Wildflower Stage in May 15 - 17 - cancelled
State Fair Stage in Oct 2020
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/626978661
City Line - Saturday June 6, 6-9.
DSA FESTIVAL SPOTLIGHT STAGES
Deep Ellum Arts Festival dual stages moved to Sept 11-12 at Sons of Hermann Hall and DSA Street Stage on Main. https://www.facebook.com/events/1501080823389755/
DSA STREET STAGE lineupFRIDAY, SEPT 11
7:00 Jade Nickol
7:30 Rickey Gene Wright & Denise Owen
8:00 T K Brown
8:30 Lance French with Mandy & Jonathan Banks
9:00 Raquel Nguyen-Lindemann
9:30-10:00 Rio King
SATURDAY, SEPT 12:
7:00 Stephen Valenzuela
7:30 Ireland
8:00 Joe Milton
8:30 Jessica & Tim Ewy
9:00 Craig Langford
9:30-10:00 Allen Larson
Dallas Songwriters Association list of players for Deep Ellum Arts Festival @ Sons of Hermann Hall - Bowling Alley Room, Sept 11-12, 2020: https://facebook.com/events/s/dsa-deep-ellum-songwriters-sho/624936004966130/?ti=icl
12:00 Michael Brandenberger
12:30 Jeff Groce
1:00 Ashley Andrade
1:30 Phil Ward
2:00 Natasha Blanton
2:30 David Case
3:00 Trisha James
3:30 Buck Morgan
4:00 Don Wall
4:30 John Jaggers
5:00 Rickey Gene Wright & Denise Owens
5:30 David Lewis
6:00 Rickey Gene Wright
6:30 Johnny Cromer
7:00 Jeff & Julie Cater (Justus)
7:30 Allen Larson
8:00 Rio King
8:30 Bill Martin
9:00 Beau McDermott
9:30-10:00 Harry Hewlett
SATURDAY - SEPT 12, 2020
12:00 Bobby Dallas
12:30 Jeff Groce
1:00 Caera Thornton
1:30 Craig St Clair
2:00 Buck Morgan
2:30 Stephen Houpt
3:00 Cat McGee
3:30 John Mason
4:00 Jade Nickol
4:30 Stephen Valenzuela
5:00 Jell & Julie Cater (Justus)
5:30 Ireland Casteel
6:00 Barbe McMillen
6:30 Kyle Short
7:00 TK Brown
7:30 Craig Langford
8:00 Dorinda Weaver
8:30 Bill Sibley
9:00 Don Wall
9:30-10:00 Harry Hewlett
Deep Ellum Best Parking Guide
https://cravedfw.com/2014/08/08/deep-ellum-best-parking-guide-ever/
City Line Wildflower Stage in May 15 - 17 - cancelled
State Fair Stage in Oct 2020
OPEN MICS - these events will be on Zoom.
HALF PRICE BOOKS OPEN MIC and co-writes - NORTHWEST HIGHWAY - VIRTUAL
EVERY 1ST MONDAY - 7:00pm to 9:00pm hosted by Harry Hewlett. May 4
https://zoom.us/j/881960764
Open mic has changed to an old fashion guitar pull and group discussion about creation to biz. Bring your guitar or pull one from Harry. Play your recorded songs from your phone.
https://zoom.us/j/881960764
Open mic has changed to an old fashion guitar pull and group discussion about creation to biz. Bring your guitar or pull one from Harry. Play your recorded songs from your phone.
If you want peer feedback on a song bring a few lyric sheets
DUNN BROTHERS COFFEE HOUSE - Addison. https://zoom.us/j/548251993
EVERY 3RD THURSDAY - 6:30pm to 8:30pm - May 20
Hosted by Harry Hewlett
In November 2018, DSA celebrated 14 years at Dunn Brothers. Check out our facebook page for performance videos
HARRY'S VIRTUAL OPEN MIC - every Friday 6 -9
11th Anniversary DSA 3rd Thursday Open Mic at Dunn Bros.
Renew your membership online.
You'll find the link to the store on the panel to the right
Or paste this link in your browser: https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association
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EVENTS - Featuring local and worldwide events of the songwriting community including, seminars, conferences, and showcases. A List of DSA events only can be found at https://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com
MAY
4 - DSA 1st Monday Meetup at Half Price Books
7 - DSA Monthly Meeting and Song Critiques at Half Price Books
13 - DSA Showcase at Opening Bell
21 - DSA Open Mic at Dunn Brothers
28 - DSA Showcase at Love N War
JUNE
1 - DSA Song Contest Opens
1 - DSA 1st Monday Meetup at Half Price Books
4 - DSA Monthly Meeting and Song Critiques at Half Price Books
6 - DSA @ Cityline - 6 - 9pm
10 - DSA Showcase at Opening Bell
18 - DSA Open Mic at Dunn Brothers
25 - DSA Showcase at Love N War
JULY
30- Aug 2 - Dallas International Guitar Show - DSA booth
AUG
20 - 22 Cutting Edge Seminar - NOLA
28-30 DIY Musician Conference, Austin, TX
See Texas Music Office events calendar https://gov.texas.gov/music/events
Moses Avalon's List of Top Ranked Music Conferences.
See house concerts and coffee houses here: http://unclecalvins.org/
Local Blues events: Bluelisablues.blogspot.com
Local Jazz events: https://www.kntu.com/live-wire/
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DSA LYRIC CONTEST
- Next deadline WINTER CONTEST postmarked June 30
https://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com/p/lyric-contest.html
Enter online https://dallassongwriters.org/dsa-lyric-contest/
or https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association
or by mail
Dallas Songwriters Lyric Contest,
Sammons Center For The Arts
3630 Harry Hines Blvd #20 Dallas, Tx 75219
FALL 2019 - WINNERS ANNOUNCED at the Awards Banquet on Jan 18
There were 25 entries
Thanks to Lyric Contest Director, Alexis for these comments.
WINNERS
1. Bow River by Robert Ehlert, Carrollton, TX
2. Tethered To The Wind by Robert Bowen, Bishopville, SC
3. Decrepitude by Harold Cronson, Dallas, Tx
Finalists:
Tethered to the Wind by Robert Bowen, Bishopville, SC
Decrepitude by Harold Cronson, Dallas, Tx
I’ll Be There by Susan Odella, Virginia, MN
Bow River by Robert Ehlert, Carrollton, TX
The Days ’til Christmas by David Case, Rockwall, Tx
LYRICISTS GAIN RECOGNITION THROUGH COMPETITION
Next Lyric Contest Deadline is June 30th for Spring Lyric Contest
Entry fee is $10
Please see lyric contest webpage for details.
http://dallassongwriters.blogspot.com/p/lyric-contest.html
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MEMBER NEWS -
Wanna get involved? Become a committee member. It's fun! Be apart of the inner workings of the DSA. We have committee positions open. Let us know if you'd like to be on the board. Just show up a our membership meeting.
2020 Directors elected at our Nov 4 2019 Annual Membership Meeting were:
Michael Brandenberger, Bobby Montgomery, Phillip Casteel, Barbe McMillen, Ben Halim, Joe Milton, Rene Sullivan, Ken Duren, Jessica Ewy, Alexis Tapp, Harry Hewlett, Buck Morgan, Jack Allday, Don Wall and Ricky Gene Wright. New 2020 officers were elected at the planning meeting on Jan 4th.
Officers 2020
Michael Brandenberger - Prez
Bobby Montgomery - VP Programs
Phil Casteel - Treasurer
Jessica Ewy - Secretary
Alexis Tapp - Lyric Contest Director
Renee Sullivan, VP Membership
Barbe McMillen - Administration, Newsletter
Harry Hewlett - VP of A/R, showcases
Ben Halim - VP of Technology
Rickey Gene Wright - Showcase Co-Director,
Don Wall - PR Communications
James Pappas, Joe Milton, Ken Duren, Buck Morgan, Jack Allday - At Large
If you are not a DSA Member, you missed these tips sent out through our yahoo group:
* Publisher looking for songs
* Artists/Producers looking for original material for recording artists
* Major Brand X (To be disclosed at a later time) Seeks Independent artist for music campaign.
* Where to get your cd reviewed
* Music related job listing
* Film Licensing Co. seeking instrumental music
* Cheap and free tickets - Free tickets to selected Workshops
Lyricists are invited to co-write with music writers by submitting your lyric through the member forum group. We are currently migrating the yahoo group to a google group.
Members have a chance to play in local venues and festival stages.
MEMBER NEWS
Member Brook Malouf wanted to share that Texas artist Hayden Haddock just released his new album, and he cut my song “America” that I co-wrote with Evan Thompson for this new album.
Trent Willmon produced it.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tzjVsG0bxOY
NEW MEMBERS: Have you joined our member only google group where you can talk with the group and get special offers and last minute updates on events? subscribe: https://groups.google.com/d/forum/dallas-songwriters-members
PATRON SAINTS: PAUL ZANDER, BOBBY MONTGOMERY, JOHN JAGGERS, BEN HALIM
Patron Sponsor L3: Michael Brandenberger, Bill Honker, John Stone, David Lewis
Patron Sponsor L1: Cliff Monroe, Suzi Morse, Rio King, Ginger Stanoio
Patron Sponsor: Mimi Balkey, Kristi Myers
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Prudence Huskey, Sam Moore, Stephen Tran, Kevin Brennan, Allison Becker, Morgan Bennett, Denny Mackey, Kyle Short, Trisha James, Carl Roberts, Greg Hinds, Richard Kirby, William Lee, Adam Rekerdres, William Wheeler, TK Brown,
THANK YOU FOR RENEWING YOUR MEMBERSHIP: Cat McGee, Ken Duren. John Mason Raquel Linderman, Gene Schillaci, Stephen Houpt, Beau McDermott, Minnie Murray, Don Wall, Gene Schillaci, Julie and Jeff Cater, Johnny Cromer, Kerry Maddox, Cara Thornton, Ron Young, Ben Halim, Keith Dodson, Stephanie Sammons, David Lewis,
TIME TO RENEW: The following members owe dues:
YOU HAVE A TWO MONTH GRACE PERIOD TO RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP OR YOU WILL BE DROPPED FROM THE MEMBER GROUP
EXPIRED IN MARCH: Melissa Standifird
EXPIRED IN APRIL: None, Thanks for renewing
EXPIRED IN MAY: Alejandro Dominguez, Steve Brown
EXPIRED IN JUNE: Donette Murphy, Jack Simmons, Robert Long
EXPIRED IN JULY: Mary Guthrie, Haley McDaniel
EXPIRED IN AUG:Michael Richards, Trevor Dahlen
EXPIRED IN SEPT: Katie Dundas, Teresa Ann Turner, Jane Fallon, Scott Mendenhall
EXPIRED IN OCT: Nitanie Paris
EXPIRED IN NOV: Ryan Galloway, Anna Xiong
EXPIRED IN DEC: none
EXPIRED IN JAN:Ginger Stanoiu, Bobby McCormick, Ted Vahovious, Steve Lowden, Randy Bell, Andre Kerek, Stephen Valenzuela, Terry Bloss, Denise Roster, David Claerr, Renee Saffier, Scott Thorn, Clark Ford, Stephanie Johnson, Mark Patterson
EXPIRED IN FEB: Josh Goode, Mathew Carroll, Ashley Sounds
EXPIRED IN MARCH: James Foster, Lance French, Jessica Ewy, Chris Kuhn
EXPIRED IN APRIL: Suzi Morse, Nichol Daniels, Amanda Banks, Pam Musgrove, Phillip Casteel,
TIME TO RENEW:John Nelson, Randy Overton, Robert Ehlert, Rob Case, Anthony Groom
Renew your membership online.
Or https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association
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Featured Articles:
By Yongtaek Oh, doctoral student; Brian Erickson, post-doctoral researcher; Fengqing (Zoe) Zhang, PhD; and Youngmoo Kim, PhD (Drexel University)
A new brain-imaging study has studied the brain activity of jazz guitarists during improvisation to show that creativity is, in fact, driven primarily by the right hemisphere in musicians who are comparatively inexperienced at improvisation. However, musicians who are highly experienced at improvisation rely primarily on their left hemisphere.
(KABC)
"While we're practicing social distancing, nothing can bring us together like the power of music," Michael Sticka, President of the Grammy Museum, said. "Our doors may be closed, our mission is not," Sticka said. "So the Grammy Museum was able to, almost within a 48-hour period, pivot and create a digital museum. The new Grammy Museum at Home portal features new artist public programs, education and virtual exhibits. The museum will also be surfacing content which has never been released before… And it's entirely free."
MUSIC BUSINESS
By Ethan Millman (Rolling Stone)
With the live music business sidelined, “virtual” concerts like Live from Out There are growing increasingly popular and successful — even without superstars.
By Taylor Mims (Billboard)
Companies like Side Door, StageIt and Looped are stepping up to help artists monetize online performances.
By Ezra Greene (Synchtank)
Ezra takes us through the modern economics of a song and looks at the tools and technologies that are democratizing the song creation process.
By Jessica Nicholson (Music Row)
There is no segment of the music industry that hasn’t been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic on some way over the past several weeks. Music tours have ground to a halt as venues large and small have shuttered in response to state ordinances, touring agencies have furloughed workers, and artist managers have scrambled to revamp promotional plans for their artists’ album releases. For Nashville’s close-knit songwriting and music publishing community, the stay-at-home ordinances have meant songwriters and music publishers alike have been sheltering in place at their homes. The sudden shift has led music publishers and songwriters to turn to digital platforms to keep their businesses moving forward.
By Matt Bacon (Dotted Music)
Promoting your band in the middle of a worldwide quarantine seems really hard – but there are ways forward, more than you might think. So what I want to break down for you is three core things you need to be focusing on to promote your band.
PERFORMANCE
By Melanie Kealey (Bandzoogle)
As the days go on, more and more musicians are turning to live streaming as an easy and affordable way to reach their fans. Just grab your phone, log into Facebook and press the button to go live.
By Lucas Shaw (Bloomberg)
Covid-19 has left an estimated multibillion-dollar hole in the ticket sales that account for most of performers’ income.
RECORDING
By Joel Handley (Reverb)
If you work at an after-school music program, maybe this dilemma will sound familiar: Your students want to learn how to make music, but maybe not the kind they find in their school's classical, marching band, or choral curricula.The Music & Youth Initiative came up with a cost-effective way to get powerful, contemporary music-making tools into the hands of students. The battery-powered workstation the group devised has everything students need to create modern pop, hip-hop, R&B, or other current music, and it will cost just about $1,000 total.
By Frank Verderosa. Working from home because of the pandemic, audio post engineer Frank Verderosa had to record a voice-over artist but didn't want to use his personal studio because of social distancing. Then he found a solution....
LISTEN
John Denver- Greatest Hits
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vrEljMfXYo&list=PLfDF7WcaaE8-6fo_0X7vnGN7OvNMIB7b3
England Dan - John Ford Coley
John Ford Coley - You Almost Loved Me
Danny Seals - It's Gonna Be Easy Now
Steve Wiseberg - John Denver singing Christmas For Cowboys
Gregg Smith - Don't Cry No More
Janie Fricke - Greatest Hits
(ASCAP)
In this special episode of VERSED, we talk to Nainita Desai, Bear McCreary, Alex Somers and Jay Wadley - four ASCAP composers whose music graced winning films at this year's Sundance Film Festival. PLUS: ASCAP's Amanda Shoffner gives some #SoundAdvice about every composer's best friend, the cue sheet. Continue Reading 
IN MEMORIAM
https://weheartmusic.typepad.com/blog/musicians-who-died-in-2020.html
By Andy Greene (Rolling Stone)
Grammy-winning mellifluous vocalist behind “Lean on Me,” “Lovely Day,” and “Ain’t No Sunshine” succumbs to heart complications. The three-time Grammy winner released just eight albums before walking away from the spotlight in 1985, but he left an incredible mark on the music community and the world at large.Ellis Louis Marsalis Jr. was born on Nov. 14, 1934. He graduated from Dillard University in New Orleans with a B.A. in music education, and that was the field to which he devoted himself. Despite playing with such notable jazz musicians as Cannonball and Nat Adderley, he was most proud of his work as an educator. His music students included Terence Blanchard, Donald Harrison, Harry Connick Jr. and four of his sons: Wynton, Branford, Delfeayo and Jason Marsalis.
A master of the subtle art of rhythm guitar as well as a gifted soloist, Mr. Pizzarelli was sought after for recording sessions in the 1950s and ’60s and can be heard on hundreds of records in various genres, although he was often uncredited. He also toured with Benny Goodman and was a longtime member of the “Tonight Show” orchestra. But he was little known to all but the most knowledgeable jazz fans until he was in his 40s. He became a mainstay of the New York jazz scene, often performing with his celebrated son John.
VIDEO
BOOK REVIEW - looking for book reviews
We have a book review by Allan Larson of the Terry Jennings book about his father Waylon Jennings. Read it here: https://dsabookstore.blogspot.com
CRAFT OF SONGWRITING
By Christine Occhino (Bandzoogle)
Lucky for us musicians, there are more options than ever for using technology to create and collaborate. Here are my ten favorite platforms and applications...
By Patrick McGuire (Reverbnation)
Even under the best of conditions, musical collaboration can be hard to pull off. During times when musicians can’t meet in person, it’s even tougher. Aspects like body language and in-room chemistry are difficult to translate during remote collaboration sessions, not to mention the hurdles of technology. But despite its challenges, remote music collaboration has resulted in creative work that’s gone on to change the world. With patience and planning, you’ll be able to make your long-distance musical collaborations productive and exciting. Here are five tips to help...
Lucky for us musicians, there are more options than ever for using technology to create and collaborate. Here are my ten favorite platforms and applications...
By Patrick McGuire (Reverbnation)
Even under the best of conditions, musical collaboration can be hard to pull off. During times when musicians can’t meet in person, it’s even tougher. Aspects like body language and in-room chemistry are difficult to translate during remote collaboration sessions, not to mention the hurdles of technology. But despite its challenges, remote music collaboration has resulted in creative work that’s gone on to change the world. With patience and planning, you’ll be able to make your long-distance musical collaborations productive and exciting. Here are five tips to help...
Online Thesaurus and Rhyming Dictionary
Great web tool for lyric writing
Music Theory Resource
Song and Talent Contests
DSA Song Contest OPENS JUNE 1
http://dsasongcontest.blogspot.com
http://dsasongcontest.blogspot.com
DSA Quarterly Lyric Contest https://dallassongwriters.org/dsa-lyric-contest/
Next deadline - Mar 31st
Best Songs of the Meeting - for DSA Members only - submit your song for critique on the 1st Thursday, at the Monthly Meeting at Half Price Books.
Location: Half Price Books/Northwest Highway in Dallas
6:00 pm: Doors Open/Networking and visiting
7:00 pm: Program followed by song critiques for members only
Pay online for critique. https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association or https://dallassongwriters.org/song-critique/
Best Songs of the Meeting - for DSA Members only - submit your song for critique on the 1st Thursday, at the Monthly Meeting at Half Price Books.
Location: Half Price Books/Northwest Highway in Dallas
6:00 pm: Doors Open/Networking and visiting
7:00 pm: Program followed by song critiques for members only
Pay online for critique. https://squareup.com/store/dallas-songwriters-association or https://dallassongwriters.org/song-critique/
DSA Young Songwriters Contest - for youth 18 and under. Opens June 1
BW STEVENSON SONG CONTEST - poordavidspub.com
DEADLINE EXTENDED
TO ENTER, SEND MP3 OR CD OF TWO ORIGINAL SONGS
ALONG WITH A $25 ENTRY FEE TO:
POOR DAVID'S PUB
1313 S. LAMAR ST.
DALLAS, TX 75215
BE SURE TO INCLUDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION AND SONG TITLES
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FAI's Regional and International Events and Deadlines
Official Showcase applications due June 10
October 22 - 26, 2020
Grand Rapids, Michigan
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
NERFA | Northeast Regional Folk Alliance
Semi-Formal Showcase applications due July 9
November 12-15, 2020
Stamford, Connecticut
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
SWRFA | Southwest Regional Folk Alliance
Official Showcase application due July 15
September 23 - 27, 2020
Austin, Texas
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
FAR-West | Folk Alliance Region West
Summer Registration Rate ends August 31
October 8 - 11, 2020
Woodland Hills, California
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
SERFA | Southeast Regional Folk Alliance
More Info Here
cancelled
Chattanooga, Tennessee
*Look for FAI staff at this event!
https://www.folk.org/page/Regions
A comprehensive list of Song Contests
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DSA depends on your support.
Giving Rocks! While it never hurts to remind you that DSA is a non-profit organization (and so your contributions are tax-deductible) - this year it means so much more. We're proud to be celebrating our 25th Anniversary as a non-profit. DSA has been an organized songwriter group since 1985 and became a non-profit in 1990.
Your gift enables us to meet our mission.
Our programs created to meet our mission goals are: a monthly newsletter, workshops, critique sessions, showcases, contests, networking opportunities and community service.
If you like what we do, and want to help us keep doing it, please make a contribution today. Gifts of all sizes are meaningful and appreciated.
Donations are welcome year round.
Donations are welcome year round.
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Barbara McMillen, Editor
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