Dear Songsalive!
I loved the Songsalive! Picnic, May 2010 in Los Angeles. Incidentally, I had two guitarists flake on me for a show I did in Venice on Sunday, and was able to let a fellow songwriter (who I met at the picnic) accompany me with guitar and harmonica and add a lot to the show, helping to make it a great experience...even just after one day and with no rehearsal. Now I've got another friend to play music with. Just like that. Pretty cool stuff. Thanks again for all you do for music, and I'll definitely stay in touch.
-damon
"Songsalive!
is a great organization, I am in my 3rd year
with them now and I have enjoyed many fun showcases with them." - Thomas Hornig
"Songsalive! is alive and well in Las Vegas headed up by
Candace, a
delightful and inspiring artist, who is always willing to listen and to
help the
fellow members aspire to be great songwriters." - Ann Parenti
"I thought the Songsalive! Workshop was a fantastic opportunity for
songwriters to get face to face critique from an established industry
professional. (The guest speaker) was always positive in her critique,
finding at least one positive piece of info that the songwriter can
work on. I can imagine it was not easy giving feedback on varied
styles and genres. She was very professional and share insight to the
industry which we were all there for. ” - Dave G
"This workshop gave me new ideas and also new suggestions on how contact the right people that can put one of my songs into movies. ”
- Luca Spanio
“ This is a great group for serious songwriters. ”
—
Johanna
First (Songsalive! Los Angeles)
workshop I attended. It was a great experience. It was great hearing
other writers, and hearing what they had to say. The guest speaker was
very informative and interesting. I wish there was more time available.
-Al Oomens, Los Angeles
Thank
you for Songsalive! I really appreciate the leads. I made listings on
Songchat and eNotes. I have gradually been learning my way around the
site, with all it's opportunities and informational nuggets. It has
taken me a while. What you find in the nooks and crannies here at
Songsalive.org is a veritable treasure
trove.
- Susan Picking
A
Message from our Songsalive! Patron -
John Braheny
 "One of the most valuable things
you can do as a songwriter or writer/artist is to network with your
peers and industry pros.
Join organizations that actively
support your goals and your interaction with other writers, give you
exposure via showcases and education via regular workshops.
Those are the most obvious values of
belonging to Songsalive!. The rest is the magic you'll create with the
friends Songsalive! will help you to make.
I highly recommend it and I'm
pleased to be a Songsalive! Patron."
-
John Braheny, Songwriting
consultant and author of
The Craft and Business of Songwriting
www.johnbraheny.com
Of
course someone else believing in you, is very helpful. I am honored to
be involved and appreciate Gilli Moon inviting me to sing again. Thank
you...
- Charles William
I am excited to be part of the world wide community and a musical one is even better :) Blessings, Mignon
Congrats! This is awesome.....10 years! I am very proud of you!
- Steven McClintock
Congrats on 10 great years of making a difference to so many songwriters - you ROCK!
- Doak Turner
I'm
Jean Mazzei from the San Francisco chapter. Thanks to the support of
Michael and Sandy in the Chicago chapter, I landed a gig at Uncommon
Ground. Thanks so much Songsalive! www.jeanmazzei.com.
(check out how you can tour hop here)
- Jean Mazzei
I
love the spirit of Songsalive! It provides avenues to learn for me that
I might otherwise not have found. It is also amazing to me that in a
big city like LA, Songsalive! helps to build a recognizable musical
community. Almost anywhere I go now related to music I see musicians I
have met through Songsalive! Gilli is a great inspiration for pursuing
your goals and dreams, & helping others to do so as well.
- Kaye Reznick
As
a professor of Music Industry one of the things I like to try and
instill in my students is to use their art to make the world a better
place. I think Songsalive! is a great vehicle for students and
seasoned pros alike to help raise the level of this great art form we
all love so much. If we can use our songs to transform the world, so
much the better. It's all about networking and co-operation and that's
what Songsalive! is all about!
- Bob Porembski
Gilli, I met
you at the Songsalive! conference in Los Angeles back in 2002 and
participated in the Song Camp that weekend as well. Being a part of
Songsalive! was a crucial step in my development not only as a writer
but a person as well.
- Matt Gray
The meeting (Songsalive!
LA Workshop) was very rewarding. Hell it was more than a meeting it was
a supportive working session of writers sharing their gifts. I
presented 1 of my new songs which is maybe 3/4 done and the comments I
received were very helpful. It was also great to provide constructive
comments to other writers who were all very creative. I went home
afterwards and looked at my song in a new light and worked on it for
quite a while. I'll be back with a new song next month!
- Greg Dormani
I
had a very rewarding and validating experience last night (Songsalive!
event). I've been dormant far too long with my music and performing.
Thank you for giving me this opportunity to get back in the mix.
- Wayne Storm
"I was a member just a week and already wrote one of my best songs with two other members. Thanks Songsalive!"
- Happy Ron
Organizations
such as "Songsalive" are just such a tool to help the common
musician/artist like myself to break the chains that the 'corporation
dominated music industry' has on the 'working artist. Providing an
opportunity of networking with other musicians is why I've decided to
join with such a 'grassroots organization'. I strongly recommend
'Songsalive' to any singer/songwriter/performers. In the end people
need people. We are all in this together. It isn't about who's bigger
or better. It's about artists coming together for a higher purpose. The
idea that the music industry is a tyrannically run business with a
hierarchy of executives who call the shots will not last forever. We
are all created equal...& we all got something to say. Regardless
of how much clout u may or may not have.....
-Ralph Buckley
Songsalive!
has been a part of my career since I showcased at their first L.A.
Songsalive! Expo (2002). I support all who are trying to support
independents.
- Camille Bloom
I am excited to be a part of
Songsalive!. I love the community we have through Songsalive! with
other musicians around the world. The support and opportunities I
receive as an independent musician are amazing.
- John Tracy Wilson
From
the first time I visited the Songsalive! Website I knew I had stumbled
upon something different. I could sense a kindred spirit here. After I
joined, the first exchange of emails confirmed my initial impression.
An organization for songwriters and run by songwriters. The tone set by
the leadership is clear: it’s a safe place for songwriters at any stage
in their development to share, exchange, learn and grow. Hats off to
you Songsalive! and thanks to the founding members for their vision and
tenacity in making it happen.
- Tom Kozlowski
I have truly enjoyed the Songsalive! community. I believe it to be a great organization that cares about music and its artists
- Tom Hornig
I
joined Songsalive!, and was not sure if I would end up feeling like a
needle in a haystack of songwriters. That concern subsided very
quickly, however, and I experienced a level of professionalism and
personal attention that made me feel right at home. Songsalive! is a
fabulous support network of songwriters inspiring and empowering each
other to live their passion. It is a wonderful, talented community.
- RiddleTheSphinx
Hi
Gilli, It was really nice to meet you at the xmas party. Thanks for the
sampler - it sounds fantastic. Very exciting. Just want to say thanks
to you and Roxanne and Steven for putting so much work into Songsalive!
It has given me so many opportunities from a co-writing, performing
point of view and has made me a better and more critical songwriter.
But mostly it has given me a bunch of like minded creative friends!
Thanks again.
- Eleanor Baker
“Thanks again SO MUCH for your
great work on this delightful compilation (link to CD Sampler 9), and
for giving me and Fletcher such an honored spot in the lineup! I feel
very privileged to be included with so many talented songwriters. Love,
kudos, and humblest gratitude to all of you for this great service to
all of us.”
- Eva James
"You are doing a great service to
the community of man at large. I think about the shear efforts of
songwriters and the initial motivations, wanting to bring joy and
awareness into our world. This must be met with kindness. Have a
wonderful Thanksgiving."
-Vic Moraga
I attended the
Songcamp (IMC LA 2007) and thought it was a very good exercise.
Actually I thought the time was just about right for such an
experiment. Collaboration is, of course, difficult, and best done when
the "rules" are up front like they were. In my case, I sort of
defaulted to something relatively easy to write musically (blues - fit
the group well) and focused more on the lyrics to try to tell a story.
Others, of course, used other approaches. I think you almost have to
focus on only one thing as the time is too short to do otherwise...but
sometimes it's easy to "think too much" and you just run with what's
there. Sometimes it works!
- Stephen GC
I think Songsalive
is a fantastic support group for the songwriter community. They provide
performance opportunities, promotional opportunities, exposure, and
regular song critique sessions to help beginning songwriters really
learn their craft. That's what it's all about.
- Garret Swayne
Songsalive!
is a great organization because it offers so many tools to songwriters
and artists for networking and getting their music out there. I was
excited to discover this organization and I'm really happy to be a part
of it!
- Katie Garibaldi
Thanks for existing! Hi - this is
the artist bodi profit (not my assistant), I wanted to write u
personally just to thank you for supporting original music! it's hard
on us in this industry as you well know I’m sure - and it is so
inspiring that someone is taking the time to help artists that might
not be as far into their "career" or in "tune" with their art as some
of us and it's still not easy even with all of the above in place.
Thanks again just thought you should know it is appreciated on all
levels!!!
- Bodi Profit
Having been around the songwriting
and group scene a long time I find that Songsalive! has been one of the
best Indie promoters and just as importantly, accepting of diverse
music. There is an overall regard for great communication of all kinds
and a support of helping individuals to become the best that they can
be. I also love the international nature of Songsalive!. Back to
MySpace, we all stay better connected if we all connect up on MySpace.
(See Songsalive! on MySpace here)
- Penelope Torribio
A
great model and a positive inspiration for other songwriters and
artists out there. We are not alone. We should help each other, lift
each other up; in collaboration we are stronger. Namaste.
– Amy Clarke
It
is great to see songwriters working together and supporting each other.
The best thing musicians can do is to really revel in each other's
success.
- Skinful
It is such a positive experience to be
involved with Songsalive! It has a great balance of creativity and
business. I'm very happy to be a member.
- Debbie Hennessey
I
think Songsalive! is a great organization which helps breed a sense of
community among songwriters. It's important to keep the perspective
that we aren't in competition with each other. I know it sounds very
cool and cosmic, but it's really true. Each songwriter has a specific
voice that can't be duplicated. Who "makes it" is ultimately out of our
control.
- Jean Mazzei
It's a great thing that a community
like Songsalive! exists and helps musicians to spread their ideas and
share their views with other artists from many different countries. It
is an ambitious project but with a common goal we all want to reach. I
am grateful to Gilli and Roxanne for the great work they've done and
for their daily commitment in this project.
- Alex Giordani
Hi
Gilli and Toni, I just wanted to tell you both what a positive
experience I had at the latest Songsalive! showcase in L.A. at the Bel
Age Ten20 Club (on Tuesday the 13th). The atmosphere was welcoming and
artist-friendly, the sound was great, and Toni - I love how passionate
you were in your encouragement and support of the showcasing
songwriters. It set the tone for the entire evening. This was a
listening room with artists supporting other artists (people staying to
see everyone and not just leaving after their set? Unheard of!). Thank
you for fostering that kind of environment - it is rare in this city
and very much appreciated! I'm a fairly new member, but I already have
loads of respect for what you and the entire Songsalive! team is doing.
Kudos to all of you!
- Cheers, Katrina Parker
Songsalive!
has been the most helpful songwriter organization I've belonged to.
It's given me important performing opportunities, while its daily
electronic information is invaluable. I've profited from a few key
opportunities that Songsalive! has informed me about. I also performed
at the Songsalive! Expo where I made some good songwriting and
performing contacts that I continue to benefit from today. Simply put,
I'm a grateful Songsalive! member.
- Mario Martin Zelaya
Songsalive!
is one of those great organizations that's a true community of
like-minded artists who all support one another. It's nurturing and
very comforting in so many ways, and still it allows you to spread your
wings and go beyond your comfort zone. Plus, with chapters all over the
place, it serves as an excellent venue to get your music heard by a
broader audience, which is huge for indie artists! The staff is
knowledgeable, helpful, supportive and just good peeps overall. Plus
the resources are practically unlimited. You can choose how much or how
little you get involved, and there is no pressure to be the Super
Songsalive! patron, but at the same time, you WANT to be involved in
everything, because everything Songsalive is part of is stuff that is
pertinent and important to your career as an artist. Really just a
fantastic resource and a good group of people. Now we all just need to
take over the world.
- Genevieve
I joined Songsalive because
I saw Gilli Moon speak at the DIY Convention in 2005 and then went to
see her perform with several other members at a Songsalive Showcase in
LA. I was totally impressed not only with her amazing talent but her
ability to organize such a fantastic organization for songwriters.
Since then I have attended and performed at several other Songsalive
Showcases and found that most of the songwriters I have seen at these
events are very good to excellent. It is inspiring to see other people
growing in this organization.
- Michael Gregory
May 06:
"Wow! It seems like a real long time since last we scooped! And there
have been several hundred, maybe even thousands of miles that I have
traveled since then. From Austin to Baton Rouge April has been spent
on the road! I Started the month of April in Austin, where I got the
opportunity to play in a Songsalive! Showcase at Ruta Maya
Coffeehouse. The show went off without a hitch. The sound was great,
the crowd was appreciative and we all got to listen to some awesome
talent while waiting for me to play. Allison Thrashundefinedwhat an
amazing blues singer, G-Fireundefinedthe high notes that this little
lady can hit, Manisha Shehane-Pop music with and Indian twist, cool
stuff, and all the other folks made for an interesting evening! Thanks
to Melissa Mullins (host) and the great crowd. And for all of my SADD
National peeps who braved the long evening to cheer me on! What an
awesome night!"
- DC Sills - Songsalive! Elite Member
I feel
like Songsalive! is an amazing company who are helping artists for all
the RIGHT reasons. For the art, for the love of music and I am glad
that they have taken an interest in my words and messages. -
-J.Walker
Your
Songsalive! workshops are great. We added good comments on the songs
and we all had fun. Heard some good songs and potentially good songs.
Thanks for the opportunity. It was enjoyable.
-Warm regards, John and JoAnn Braheny
I'm
very happy to be a member and hope to make good use of my membership in
the coming year. I also appreciate all the hard work that Songsalive
does for singer/songwriters.
- James Higgins
Songsalive! has
meant a lot to me since my sister, Gina, disappeared 5 years ago after
an open mike night in Lincoln, NE. Gilli's support in word and deed
& the support of many of you active members has really helped us to
get the word out about missing people. We just found out last Thursday
that "GINA for Missing Persons" had the opportunity to have an entire
page in the Grammy Program Book. We chose to thank those who have
supported our efforts on this page and Songsalive! is one of the
organizations we thanked. Thank you for your support. It means more
than you know to have an avenue that connects all over the world when
looking for a missing loved one. A great big THANKS TO Songsalive!
from GINA and the families of the missing you have given hope to.
- Jannel Rap, Founder for Missing Persons: http://www.411gina.org
A BIG THANK YOU TO SONGSALIVE PEOPLE !!!!! Thank you so much for airing my one song "Ghostdance." (Podcast)
- Jim Barile
I'm
very happy to be a member and hope to make good use of my membership in
the coming year. I also appreciate all the hard work that Songsalive
does for singer/songwriters.
- James Higgins
I've heard good
things about Songsalive! and look forward to taking part in many
showcases as I tour across the country in the upcoming months.
- Carrie Taylor
I
had fun at the showcase (San Francisco) last night! Thanks for
including me! The venue was cool. Kind of divey with a homey feel.
People were nice and helpful, acoustics decent. I think it's a fine
place for showcases! Rock on in the new year!
- Jean Mazzei, AzzMazz Music
I
joined Songsalive! after going to one of Gilli Moon's workshops in CT.
The things that most impressed me about Gilli was her positive
attitude. She says YES to life and doesn't back down from new
challenges. She sees opportunities where others might see dead ends.
Her heart is open and her face is full of light!! I want to be around
someone like that!!
- Linda Bonadies
Just to say a huge thank
you for your detailed critiques. I really appreciate the time and
trouble you've taken, and your encouragement. It means a lot to be
taken seriously! With very best wishes
- Todd McNeal (Australia)
Hi
Gilli, I just want to say thanks for your "food for thought- freedom"
in the latest songnotes. It really came at a good time for me, with an
album recently completed and a bunch of fear rising in the face of my
ambitions for the next steps. It's good to be reminded that it is a
journey. I'm reminded of a Joseph Campbell quote, "sometimes we have to
give up the life we've planned in order to have the one that awaits
us". So, thanks.
- Brett Robin Wood
I just love the first
impression of friendliness and warmth I felt the first time I met Toni
and Gilli at the DIY Convention in LA And how it has continued as Hemet
good people over other chapters like Dave and Steve (Norcal Songsalive!
chapters). My life wouldn't be the same without ever joining up with
Songsalive! I’m a brand new member, so I’m just learning, but I do know
that organizations like Songsalive are so vital to the indie music
movement – the collective support, wisdom, information sharing, and
resources are amazing!
- Patti Derosa
Gilli was great and an
inspiration (at the Connecticut Songwriters Meeting Oct 05). I love
seeing positive people that go for it in life! I enjoyed hearing her
CD and reading her book this morning. Just went on the Songsalive!
website and got an elite membership. I'd also be interested in starting
a chapter in the New Haven area. Hope things go well for you both
while you're in our neck of the woods! talk to you soon
- Linda Bonadies
I
can't thank you enough for your kindness and generosity in Philly.
Again I must say I'm honored by your help and wanting me to help. I'm
thrilled to be a part of a new family of great musicians and people.
Gilli was amazing and has given me new hope and inspiration. Please
pass on my complements. Her beauty in her heart and writing matches her
outward beauty! Simply gorgeous! It's 6:30PM on Monday, back at home
feeling very well but tired. Great to be tired from great energy. I'm
going to rest tonight and tomorrow i'm ready to start a new phase. Be
well and blessings
- Steve Syx
Dear Gilli, Congratulations on what you and Songsalive are doing with original music. And for all your activism. Best Wishes.
-Pete Scully, Prez Songwriting Society Australia
Hello
everyone, I recently joined Songsalive and participated in the
Songsalive! Sydney showcase last Tuesday night at the Cat & Fiddle
Hotel in Balmain! It was my first showcase and it was really
nerve-racking especially because there were some amazing
artists/songwriters who performed that night! When I first got on
stage, my knees were shaking so bad I felt like I was going to just
fall in a heap on the floor. But the atmosphere was great and the
audience was just amazing, you would just love to take them all home
with you! They were all so supportive and responsive and made it all
really easy. It's just so FANTASTIC to have an avenue like that where
you can open your heart and feel warmth and acceptance for your craft!
It's a great feeling! I encourage you all to check out
www.songsalive.org and see what you can do! Make your songs come alive!
Feel Empowered! Through Songsalive! I got connected with other
songwriting associations in Sydney and as a result I am booked for two
more gigs! Thank you Songsalive! I'm learning a lot about the business
side of music, getting to know some really amazing people and I'm
loving every minute of it! More power!
"Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Willing is not enough; we must do."
- Johann Goethe (1749-1832)
I'm
happy to be a part of Songsalive. It seems that their passion is truly
the music as opposed to the corporate side of things. Looking forward
to a chapter being formed in Melbourne.
- Thomas Vecera
Songsalive!
is a great find! It's a treasure trove of opportunities and any artist
who really love their craft should explore this site and discover what
Songsalive! can do for you. It's a gateway to a big wide world. I'm
very much into self-empowerment and that's why Songsalive! really
resonated well with me. They certainly make things a lot easier for
artists to learn and understand the business side of being an artist.
Getting one of my songs selected for the CD7 sampler was a huge step
forward for me! More power to Songsalive!
- Teddi
I'm so
impressed by what Gilli Moon does for the songwriting community. And
Songsalive! looks like a great networking opportunity.
- Justin Winokur
I
really like Songsalive! It’s a great avenue for communicating with
other songwriters, keeping in touch with the community, and getting
your songs heard.
- Dan Schteingart
What a fabulous show
occurred last night (Jan 14. 05) at the Los Angeles Showcase. The house
was wall to wall, Lisa Johnson opened with two songs and knocked us all
out. Harriet Schock followed on keyboard with bass along, background
vocals and Herb Katz on harmonica - Great. Joan Enguita left the
audience a quivering mass of jelly and Michael from San Diego (also
with bass accompaniment) completely captured us with a combination of
serious and funny stuff non-stop. Toni called him a young me. I sang
songs I had co-written with Songsalive! members. Toni had the crowd
sing Happy Birthday and I stressed that my move was not an abandonment
but an expansion, I was starting LA East (as opposed to East LA). It
was a stellar night - all were had by a good time.
Love ya, Jon
Songsalive
is totally awesome I showcased at one of your shows that Kama hosted
RCA records was supposed to come but they canceled on me, but I ended
up playing for a room of really great warm caring people!! Songsalive
you Rock Baby!!
- Bob Dee
I am very pleased with Songsalive's
self-less philosophy. I am pleased to be part of an organization that
brings people together instead of competing ruthlessly with one another.
- Gary Richards
I
see Songsalive! and organizations like it at the forefront of "Do it
Yourself" independent music. I feel that Songsalive! is helping to
empower indie musicians, provide access to tools and contacts that can
help move a career forward in various ways. Here in the Bay Area we're
not as organized or plugged in as the Los Angeles chapter, but there's
still a nascent community of musicians helping one another in various
ways as a result of the Songsalive! connection.
- Loren Davidson
Thanks Roxanne. Well done to you for carrying the torch of Songsalive! showcase etc - not an easy job I imagine.
Cheers, Brett
Just
to let you know that James Hurley and I had a blast at the Songsalive!
Showcase last night in San Francisco. Your ears might have been burning
as we were talking highly of you, Gilli and the Songsalive! crew.
Really great what you're doing for James. He'll be stopping back here
in SF in mid November. I'm going to try to set up a gig for the two of
us, and we'll be sure to make it known that we're Songsalive members!
- Mario Zelaya
Just
one more thanks for the chance to play the other night. I really
enjoyed the Sacramento Showcase. It's so refreshing to hear (and
especially to be a part of a group of talented folks doing their art.
You (Craig) and Dave did a great job.
- Drew
Thank you for
the open invitation last night at the Sacramento Showcase. I am looking
forward to joining soon. The inspiration was a breath of fresh air for
the entire environment. Songalive! is a wondrous venue for artist to
explore and develop the craft of giving through music. (WAY COOL AND
SOLID)
- Jahari
I really enjoyed IMC2004 (Songsalive!
Sponsored Event) and thought this conference was really unique... These
classes were so different than the classes at some of the other
conferences I've attended and I loved that. I also signed up for
Songsalive because of Toni Koch and Marianne Kessler talking to me all
about the organization. And the CD discussion panel was great... I was
so surprised that the panelists all listened to the CD beforehand and
had lots of suggestions and comments. Several of those folks came out
to my performance because they heard the CD first.
- Leslie
I
first met Gilli Moon in 1998. Brett Perkins, formerly the West Coast
director of the National Academy of Songwriters had asked me to
substitute as host of his Songwriter night at Highland Grounds in
Hollywood, CA while he was on a European tour. He arrived unannounced
on one of those nights with Gilli Moon and Roxanne Kiely in tow and
asked if it would be okay if they each did a couple of songs. The
scheduled performers all agreed it would be okay with them so of
course, it was okay with me. I knew right then, there was something
extraordinary about these two ladies, and today, Songsalive! has taken
the songwriter's world by storm, creating a nurturing environment and
safe haven where all songwriters and performers can enjoy a new
renaissance, thanks to their dedication, hard work and love for the
music they create themselves and encourage in others.
- Hal Cohen
Just
want you all to know that I had the best time gigging with Gilli and
all the other wonderful performers last night in Cambridge, MA.
Songsalive rawks (rawks=rocks in my Boston accent) and I'll be joining
ASAP (next paycheck) and highly recommend everyone join up who isn't a
member already. Seriously, Gilli's got a great organization going on
here.
- Sarah www.sarahwoolf.com
What a concept! In fact,
I was there talking with people until 4:15... These artists are really
hungry for information, and I got the feeling that they may indeed
apply some of the things they learned from the presentation. I know
everyone also appreciated G-Man's comic relief - it lightened things up
considerably... And, as always - it was great seeing you again... Hope
we can do an encore sometime soon.
Take Care, Bernard Baur
WOW,
I've never gotten so many thank yous for a show before, but I must
admit it was a GREAT show!!! EVERYBODY was awesome Friday night, and
that's not necessarily always the case, so I feel privileged to have
been on the bill with you all. My friends from my day job have been
telling everyone here who didn't make it out that they really missed an
impressive show, and that could mean that next time the audience will
be a lot bigger! They also loved the way Songsalive! supports its
artists; it was an obvious message of love that got passed around the
room to artists and audience alike. Much success to all of you!!
- Loretta
The
workshop exceeded my expectations and the constructive critique was
both invaluable and inspiring. Listening to all the songs and the
suggested improvements provided a number of thought starters. Also I
am interested in participating in the next CD
sampler.
Cheers, Michael Kerr
Hey
Roxanne and Steve. We just wanted to say a ‘BIG thanks’ for the
showcase and supporting us so much last night! It's the second time
we've performed live together and you know how it is, if you haven't
performed live for a while and with new material, it’s a little scary!
But, we had a great time and really look forward to the Christmas one.
I’ve really enjoyed attending the Songsalive! workshops and not being
from Sydney, I've now made some good friends through Songsalive! As
well as your mates who come to see you at the showcases, I feel it’s
really important that your material is endorsed / enjoyed by your
fellow songwriters/peers - almost like you sort of 'prove' yourself?
Don't know if that makes sense, but anyway, thanks again for your
support and feedback, I'm still on a high!
Cheers Again, Sharon
Hi,
Roxanne, Alan Caswell was great. And well done for presenting him...
Thanks for all your consistent and persistent efforts with Songsalive!
It's very interesting to hear each songwriter's perceptions about the
artistry and the craft. Inspirational. It makes me long to get back
into the studio every time. Songwriting can be a lonely pursuit
especially for those who don't get the lucky break. The Songsalive!
meetings and association with other writers is priceless.
Best regards, Bill
Hi
Rox, just thought I'd let you know Wed was one of the best nights yet,
even though my song wasn't what I thought it was, (back to the drawing
board Ha!) Alan Caswell was really good and such a nice man, such a
talent. Good show.
Regards, Happy member Ray
To Roxanne, Many
thanks for accepting me to perform at the Cat and Fiddle on Tuesday -
It really was a great night. Everything went really smoothly and I was
so impressed with the sound quality. I am so grateful for the support,
which is offered by Songsalive! SSA and ASA. Since becoming apart of
Songsalive! one month ago, my life has changed dramatically!! I am keen
to take up any opportunities that may come my way and am willing to
assist in all areas of future events where possible. I have previous
experience as Musical Director and composer for Marion St Theatre
following my completion of certificates I and II in contemporary Music.
Currently I am employed full time as a junior legal secretary. I look
forward to participation and involvement in upcoming events.
Kind regards, Erin Orion
So
pleased we had the opportunity to meet you and the excellent women from
Songsalive at IMC 2003. It was such a pleasure to chat with you all and
learn more about your philosophy. I am really glad I purchased your
book I have begun reading it and can relate to so much. I admire all
you have done good luck with your future plans. Wishing you continued
success!!! Looking forward to building a lasting friendship with you
and Songsalive. Can wait to hear the sampler. Thanks so much for your
support and kindness.
Warm Wishes, Patti
I think you guys are doing a good job... keep music commercial free!!
Ivan Messenger, New York
Hi
Roxanne & Stephen, I'd like to thank you both very much for the
workshop last night - I found it extremely interesting and very
educational. I've attached an application below for consideration into
the next showcase, or the one after that if this one is full.
Thanks & Best Regards, Abrie
Dear
Roxanne, Wow! What a fabulous experience to attend the Songsalive!
workshop (Sydney) on 6 August. Your team is providing an extraordinary
service to the local music industry. Wild horses won't drag me away
from the next workshop and I'll of course see you next at the Cat &
Fiddle for the August showcase.
- Stephen
Thanks for the
opportunity to perform at the July Songsalive! Showcase; I had a great
time and enjoyed meeting and seeing the other songwriters. Good luck on
your upcoming tour.
- David Serby
I’m very excited by the
opportunity to perform at the July 29 Songsalive! Showcase. In the
last eleven months, I’ve attended your Sunday workshops religiously and
have benefited greatly from the critiques.
David Serby (about our L.A Showcase)
Hello
Roxanne - Just wanted to thank you again for allowing me to be part of
the showcase on Tuesday night. I had a really good time and my friends
enjoyed it too. I am a strong believer that the music industry needn't
be all about competitiveness. One of my favourite things about being a
musician is supporting others. Doing gigs such as songsalive allows me
to meet other singer/ songwriters who I can network with to share
information on gigs, general industry stuff and most importantly it
allows me to get feedback on my work. So for giving me that
opportunity, I thank you sincerely.
- Amy Vee
Hi! I have
just become a member of Songsalive and even though it’s too late for me
to showcase this year at the EXPO in Los Angeles, I would just like to
say that this is a great organization and I hope everything runs well
this year. I will certainly be in it next year. Is it always in LA? I
live in Australia and it would be a privilege to one day do a showcase
over there.
- Best regards, Paulo Almeida (yes Paul….we started in Australia!)
I
want to say a sincere thanks for helping me become a better writer in a
positive and nurturing environment. The value I have received at
Songsalive events cannot ever be measured in any tangible way. All I
can say is THANK YOU (from my heart) and that I'm glad I chose this
wonderful but challenging road... because you and so many other
beautiful people share it. Thanks again.
I can't tell you
enough how much I admire what you've built here - LA is a tough town to
do anything collective in and you've built this beautiful network, with
good looking logos and a fantastic name. And managed to make it work on
several continents.
Trevan Wong
Hi Gilli, a great pleasure to
meet you and Paul today and find that you’re both nicely balanced,
positive people. And also the interesting variety of songwriters who
were there. I particularly found your comments about people’s songs to
be right on target, and frequently inspired (your lyric idea for mine
alone may save the song from being ordinary to being memorable). Very
tough to come up with song solutions so quickly! it makes me want to
hear your music. Gotta see if I can find some on good ol’ MP3.com or on
the Songsalive site. I did so many workshops in years past that I must
admit I let myself get burned out and have avoided songwriter events
for some time, but I felt very comfortable with the workshop you did
today. Which is my long-winded way of saying, yeah, where do I sign,
here’s my $30. We all need more alliances in this game! Looking forward
to more events and more music! I can’t tell you enough how much I
admire what you’ve built here. LA is a tough town to do anything
collective in and you’ve built this beautiful network, with good
looking logos and a fantastic name. And managed to make it work on
several continents. Anyway, (can you tell it’s past my bedtime? I’m
rambling on....) I’d like to join and like to see how I might help out
with the Expo too. Cheers and thanks again.
- Scott Turchin
Gilli,
Thanks again for the opportunity to perform at the showcase. I was
really impressed with the talent that you brought together - especially
that temperamental angel. Looking forward to Sunday’s workshop.
Thanks, Chett Gunhus.
Marie
Preston: Thank you for sending the CD Sampler 5, all the songs are
great. Keep up the good work; hope all the artists and songwriters on
the CDs find success with their songs.
Kind regards, Marie Preston, UK
I think organizations like Songsalive are the future. It brings music back to a community level, where people help each other. I'd love to see more people get involved and band together.
- CJ Borden
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