SXSW March 13-22, Austin

The South by Southwest® (SXSW®) Conferences & Festivals offer the unique convergence of original music, independent films, and emerging technologies. Fostering creative and professional growth alike, SXSW® is the premier destination for discovery.

SXSWeek 2010: March 12-21
Interactive: March 12-16
Film: March 12-20
Music: March 17-21

http://www.sxsw.com

Year after year, the event is a launching pad for new creative content. New media presentations, music showcases and film screenings provide buzz-generating exposure for creators and compelling entertainment for audiences. Conference panel discussions present a forum for learning, business activity thrives at the Trade Shows and global networking opportunities abound. Austin serves as the perfect backdrop for SXSW®, where career development flourishes amid the relaxed atmosphere. Intellectual and creative intermingling among industry leaders continues to spark new ideas and carve the path for the future of each ever-evolving field, long after the events' conclusion.

18th Annual Songwriters Festival, Sponsored by Regions Bank

Nashville, Tennessee (December 16, 2009) – The Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) has announced the dates for the 18th Annual Tin Pan South Songwriters Festival from March 30 – April 3, 2010. The popular event features two shows nightly presenting hit songwriters in all genres of music. For the fourth continuous year, Regions Bank will be the presenting sponsor of the event.

Produced by NSAI, Tin Pan South is the world’s largest all-songwriter festival. Last year more than 350 talented songwriters performed 80+ shows at nine exceptional Nashville venues. Over 9,000 music fans attend the event annually.

The Tin Pan South Press Preview Party is set for March 9, 2010 from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. at The Rutledge (410 4th Avenue South) in Nashville. There, several featured writers will perform and announcements will be made regarding schedules, venues, participating writers and more.

Visit nashvillesongwriters.com or tinpansouth.com to purchase Fast Access passes and check out Festival updates. Fast Access passes will go on sale March 10, 2010.

ASCAP 'I Create Music' EXPO, April 22-24, Los Angeles, CA

More great panelists have been added to the ASCAP "I Create Music" EXPO lineup!
Over 20 new panelists including hit songwriter Linda Perry, the creators of Yo Gabba Gabba! and a wide range of music creators and music industry veterans have just been added to the already stellar lineup of ASCAP EXPO speakers led by Quincy Jones, John Mayer and Bill Withers.

Get heard at the EXPO: Collaborate with Grammy-nominated producer Chris "Deep" Henderson and songwriter Nate Walka (Jamie Foxx's "Blame It")! Another great reason to register, this unique opportunity allows you to download your choice of two musical tracks, write your own lyrics to it and then submit your completed song for possible discussion in front of the EXPO audience. Don't miss this great event. Register now and save!

Vocal Workshop in Vegas

LAS VEGAS SONGSALIVE! SONG WRITERS WORKSHOP
Sunday, Feb 21st 2010

Special Guest

Elisabeth Howard, founder of Vocal Power Academy LA and author

Vocal Workshop

http://www.songsalive.org

Music Series in Historic Downtown Mesquite

Our 2010 Music Series is set to begin in February. Save the Dates for the first five Hall of Fame Live Stage Shows with Grammy Winner Art Greenhaw, Grammy Nominee Larry "TByrd" Gordon and the Music People Luv Band. Shows will be held on Saturdays at the historic McWhorter-Greenhaw Music & Hertiage Center in the Historic Mesquite Town Square, 105 S. Broad Street, Mesquite, Texas 75149.

Join us on February 20th, March 20th, April 17th, May 8th & June 12th.

Season Tickets are just $75 per person. Or individual shows $15 per person. To reserve your tickets now call 972.285.5441.

Doors open at 6 p.m. for optional dinner and the Show starts at 7:15 p.m. with plenty of Free Parking on the Square and in nearby lots. Hear the best of R&B, Rock, Country, Jazz, Pop, Gospel and more in an intimate, family-friendly environment.

See you on the Square,
Art, Pat, Frank & Liz