SONGWRITER EVENTS - A Department of Songwriters Notes

Events from Dallas Songwriters Association about the craft and business of songwriting worldwide for all levels of songwriters whether as a tradesman or hobbyist.

Sunday, June 3, 2012


Songwriting

Retreat July 15-20

REO Resort 13th  

Take advantage of our Super Early Bird Rates

Space is limited book today!


Above rate includes 14 songwriting classes, 5 nights camping in own tent, 14 delicious meals, daily social hour with wine & appies. Lodging upgrades available from $150 pp.
Canadian songwriters: FACTOR funding available. Discount for SAC & SOCAN members.

Unique setting on the edge of the river, internationally-qualified instructors, amazing hospitality, talented songwriters from all over the world..........what better songwriting experience can you ask for?


Latin Music Conference and Awards, LA - June 6


New York, New York – May 24, 2012 – The Latin Mixx Conference & Awards, Presented by Hennessy, announced that it is expanding its annual Latin Mixx Conference & Awards to add new events in Miami and Los Angeles as the event’s influence grows beyond its original New York City event offerings.
The growth of the Conference & Awards further reflects the ever-growing influence of Hispanic culture, and specifically Latin music. This year’s Latin Mixx Conference and Awards will first kickoff in Los Angeles on June 6th with a brand new event for 2012 – “The Latin Mixx Social Series Presented by Hennessy.”
The event features a panel discussion featuring industry influentials, as well as an opportunity to attend intimate events with a Hennessy flair.
The Latin Mixx Conference & Awards, Presented by Hennessy, will visit Miami, Florida on June 14th at The Albion Hotel in Miami Beach to bring together Miami influential industry representatives and dive into Miami’s the rich and dynamic Latin music. Miami’s Latin Mixx event will be another chance to experience Hennessy’s newest campaign championing personal drive and success –www.neverstopneversettle.com
Additional details regarding The Latin Mixx Conference & Awards, Presented by Hennessy can be found at www.latinmixx.com

Cutting Edge Music Conference showcase deadline approaching June 15


20th Annual Cutting Edge CE Conference
Announces its
2012 Keynote Speakers
September 26 – 30, 2012
Gallier Hall and Lafayette Square
New Orleans, LA

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Cutting Edge’s keynotes and featured speakers represent the reality that despite the continual changes within the entertainment industry, the basics (booking, touring, marketing, and distribution) remain even more important and critical to an artist’s success then ever.

Also, in the issue…
- Artists Showcase request opens
- Panel and speaker suggestions welcomed
- 2012 “new” location
- NOLA downtown music and arts festival

Artist Showcase: ReverbNation Supports the Cutting Edge

ReverbNation’s 2.25 million members now receive information about showcase opportunities. Application fees are waived through ReverbNation’s social shout system. Bands seeking to submit via ReverbNation go can do so here:https://www.reverbnation.com/c/submission/create_cpo_submission?campaign_id=776

Artists can also apply directly here:http://www.cuttingedgenola.com/register (select NewWorks Artist showcase).

Deadline: June 15, 2012