It has taken Songwriters in Seattle a number of years to put together a collection of music that represents the group in any significant way. We are now very proud to present this new compilation CD we’ve entitled “2012: Contest Winners and Highlights” - This album is compiled from Songwriters in Seattle member contest winners and other highlights from top 2012 members. The songs were all graciously donated by the artists to Songwriters in Seattle for inclusion. All proceeds from the purchase of the album go to SiS to fund ongoing events and projects. Please check it out on CDBaby!
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Titles included in this compilation: 1. “L.A. (Is Totally Awesome)” by Charlie Heinemann 2. “I Am the Water” by Zoe Wick 3. “Sleeveless Season” by Jean Mann 4. “Take Me Away” by Scott Burkhalter 5. “That’s When Life Began” by Bruce Hunt 6. “Desert Highway” by Derek Medina 7. “Heroes” by Randy Edwards 8. “Ride the Wind” by Chris Klimecky 9. “Tale of a Missouri Girl” by Erin Jordan 10. “A Buddha State of Mind (Live)” by Paula Boggs 11. “The Wedding Song” by Andy “Roo” Forrest 12. “It’s Time” by Cat Henderson 13. “Morning Aire” by Leo Brodie 14. “Fallen Angels Don’t Fly” by Jessica Lynne 15. “(My Meeting With) Mr. Vegas” by Jim Marcotte 16. “Feeling’s Gone” by Lou Gopal 17. “The World Don’t Belong to a Dreamer (Live)” by Todd Christoffel 18. “A Black Market for Mooncakes” by Songwriters in Seattle
The growing Advisory Board of NW Music Experience is a diverse group of music professionals from varied backgrounds in the Northwest including:
Carol Handley – A broadcaster with 30 years in Seattle including past stations, KZAM, KEZX, KMTT, KWJZ and current Program Director of KRWM and owner/operator of the streaming station Smooth In Seattle and concert promotion company Carol Handley Presents.
Ed Beeson – With a long history in the NW as a venue owner and concert promoter, Beeson owned The Silver Spoon in Duvall & The Backstage in Ballard. As a booker and promoter with One Reel was involved with Summer Nights at the Pier, WOMAD, Bumbershoot and Teatro Zinzanni. Currently Beeson is the Music Director of Live at Benaroya.
Eric Tingstad – Grammy winning guitarist Eric Tingstad is a classically trained NW artist and has received acclaim as a solo artist as well as his work with Nancy Rumbel. His credits include over 20 album projects, two grammy nominations and one grammy win.
Roger Fisher – Most known for his role as founding member and guitarist in the bands Heart and Alias, Fisher is also known for his work as a composer and member of the organization Synergia Northwest, a live music event mixing professionals and students for Washington state youth musical education fusing classical and contemporary music.
Michael McMorrow – Composer, recording artist and keyboardist Michael McMorrow was a founding member of the band Stolenogre. As executive producer and musical director, Michael produces Synergia Northwest Presents, an annual concert event to raise funds and awareness for youth music in the Pacific Northwest. The series is now in its fourth year and artists performing with the 50 piece Synergia Northwest Orchestra have included members of Heart, Pearl Jam, Alice In Chains, Blues Traveler, Tracy Bonham, Queensryche, YES and others.
John N. Wilson – A Northwest sound engineer and audio tech with record producing credits as well as a touring band manager. Wilson also currently oversees production at the Admiral Theater in Bremerton.
Chris Knab – Owner of FourFront Media and Music, Knab is a veteran of the music business wars, and since the late 80’s has turned his attention to educating and consulting musicians about the realities of an industry that is constantly in flux. He teaches, consults and writes about issues important to recording artists and bands.
Songwriters in Seattle, Seattle WAVE Radio, and Music Aid Northwest are happy to announce a partnership to boost the educational component of the 2013 Northwest Music Experience (NWME) convention and expo. The three day NWME event will bring together our multi-genre music community for educational programs, music industry networking, and creative inspiration. Musicians and those involved with the music industry at all levels stand to gain from the educational tracks available at NWME, from students to veteran professionals.
“Music Aid Northwest’s involvement in music education throughout the region will strengthen the educational component of NWME and extend the benefits of the event beyond just our three days in August,” says Songwriters in Seattle Organizer and NWME Chairperson Chris Klimecky. Music Aid Northwest will be helping coordinate student programs on Friday, August 16th (the first day of NWME) and 10% of net proceeds from NWME will go directly to the charity.
Music Aid Northwest has been involved in advancing music education since 2006, most recently starting the “Music Matters” program to help fund music education through the Washington State Dept. of Licensing. Music Aid Northwest’s president, Bob Tomberg, states: “We are proud to be named as a beneficiary of NWME, and look forward to providing student programs for the event.”
Songwriters in Seattle and Seattle WAVE Radio have also supported the educational growth of musicians in the Pacific NW through a number of industry panels, seminars, and peer review groups over the last few years. NWME will provide a single, focused forum for learning and inspiration unlike any other in the area. The event will take place August 16-18, 2013 at Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle.
For more information about NWME and the current campaign to raise seed capital for the event, please visit: http://indiegogo.com/nwme
Eric Tingstad
Grammy award winning “Ambient Americana” producer and recording artist Eric Tingstad is interviewed by SiS Organizer Chris Klimecky. Their conversation follows Eric’s extensive songwriting and recording career as well as the future of his art. A beautiful live version of “The Boot Whisperer” finishes the musical selections.
Songwriters in Seattle is proud to announce an exciting partnership with Benaroya Hall that will bring the inaugural Northwest Music Experience (NWME) conference and expo into their beautiful downtown venue.
Benaroya Hall is the place to be August 16-18, 2013 for this multi-genre music education, expo, and performance event. There is currently nothing like it in the Pacific Northwest; an event that brings musicians, fans, and industry luminaries together for one unforgettable summer weekend.
Highlights include: a keynote address, expo floor, VIP party in the Grand Lobby, closing ceremonies, and featured performances in the S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium. There are plans for up to 5 parallel educational sessions and performances at Benaroya Hall’s Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall and intimate reception and lecture spaces.
NWME 2013 promises to be a music community event you won’t want to miss!
“Benaroya Hall is a stunning and versatile venue that fits the Northwest Music Experience vision perfectly,” says Songwriters in Seattle Organizer and NWME Chairperson Chris Klimecky, “It will bring everything we need under one roof, and of course everything will sound amazing. This is an ideal place to hear and be heard in the Pacific Northwest.”
Troy Skubitz, Director of Benaroya Hall, adds, “Events like these are critical to the growth of the Northwest music community. We recognize the value of music conferences and are thrilled to host and partner with Songwriters in Seattle.”
For more information about NWME and the current campaign to raise seed capital for the event, please visit: http://www.indiegogo.com/nwme
