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THE CIRCLE JERKS TONIGHT

DIRTY DON — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 17:23:26 GMT

THE JERKS ARE GIGING AT THE FONDA MUSIC BOX THEATRE TONIGHT !!!
THESE GUYS ALWAYS PUT ON A GREAT SHOW SO COME ON BY IF YA CAN.
I WILL BE DOING THE LIGHTING AND VISUAL SHIT SO SAY HEY IF YA GET THE CHANCE!!!!!!D.DD

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THE KITTY LITTER DISCO

DIRTY DON — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 21:39:13 GMT

THE FABULOUS KITTY LITTER DISCO WILL BE OPENING FOR THE TUBES AT THE CANYON CLUB IN MALIBU ON APRIL 27TH. STRIPPERS, CLOWNS, MIDGETS, AND HOT LIVE ROCK AND ROLL WILL FILL YOUR NOGHT AND EXPAND YOUR SEXUALITY!!!!BE THERE

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Live Like A Rockstar Contest

Dawn — Sun, 11 Mar 2007 21:08:48 GMT

Feedback Magazine is having a once in a life time contest for anyone who wants to live like a a rock star for a day. If you want to live like rock stars do, tell us why you should be the winner. Either:

1. Post a 30 second - 1 minute video at http://youtube.com/group/livelikearockstar

2. Mail us your demo or video

3. Or email us at contest@feedbackmagazine.com

The winner will get a full day of lavish dining, limo service, a makeover, a radio interview, a recording session, VIP entrance to a club, over $3000 worth of goodies to take home, $6,000 lasik eye surgery by Dr. Glen Kaewisch and much much more.

Each person who enters with a video but doesn't win will get a $1,000 certificate towards a lasik operation by Dr. Glen Kaewisch.

Contest closes March 16, 2007. Day of Prize is March 23, 2007.

See http://www.feedbackmagazineonline.net/feedback.html for OFFICIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS.

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Female musicians needed for Hard ChiXXX rock band.

rooster_g — Mon, 18 Sep 2006 01:46:11 GMT

Hey all,
I am looking for female musicians, bassist, drummer, and guitarist, that have an exciting live visual element to them (ex. sexy, rocker, goth, punk...) strong playing skills, and the equipment required to play small venues.

The immediate goal is getting this set tight and booking a lot of rock/dive bars and playing out. This is for fun, but there is a level of commitment and professionalism required. No drama. A very visual and exciting stage show will be part of the deal, and I would like to work in fire performers and similar burner talent as I can and where venues allow. Of course outdoor events are proffered when available.

Here are tentative songs for a set list: (ALL VERY HARD, HEAVY, IN YOUR FACE GUITARS VERSIONS) if pop is your style it probably won’t work - the project has a heavy and aggressive sound (we will be doing predominantly 80s pop covers in this style - its a cool sounding project! - very original)

You spin me - Dead or Alive (Orgy version)
Girl U Want - Devo
Take it off - The Donnas
Hazy Shade of Winter - The Bangles
Push It - Salt n Pepa
Call Me - Blondie
Word up - Cameo (Korn version)
I Ran - Flock of Seagulls
Fox on the run - Sweet
What I am - Eddie Brickell
Message in a bottle - Police
Scarborough Faire - Simon and Garfunkal
Seether - Veruca Salt
Cherry Bomb - The Runaways
more to choose from...

Rehearsal would most likely be Sound Arena type studios initially that I would fund. You just need to bring guitars, or drum sticks...

If not your thing cool...please forward to anyone that you know that may be interested and THANKS!!!!!!!!!!

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old (school) Rn'R -80's metal, let's talk about it

Dario — Wed, 19 Apr 2006 10:04:35 GMT

I wanna know, is it still big, I have the feeling git's probably not as bis as it was in the old days (80's), but id be glad to hear if it is still popular and people go for it, like specvially in LA, but of course not only, I'm into that kind of shit and I want to do something, like Im planning something big but i can't find people to do that with, I must move, does that kind o spirit still live on?

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Orchestration by Walter Piston (1955) - I have a spare copy anyone interested?

ciaranhope — Wed, 22 Mar 2006 01:38:35 GMT

I am selling a duplicate copy of Orchestration by Walter Piston (1955) that I received as a birthday present. I still have my original copy for constant reference, and I would respectfully advise and composers, be they film composers or concert composers, to keep a copy of Pistons Orchestration on their shelf for guidance and reference with regards to orchestration.

I thought this might be a good location to find composers interested in such a book. Due to lack of takers, I've just thrown it up on ebay for auction. If you are interested you can find it there:

http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQfgtpZ1QQfrppZ25QQsassZdunboyne

Bidding starts at $22.95 which is nearly HALF PRICE. It's a steal for anyone interested.

About the Book
In this book, Walter Piston again draws upon his own wide knowledge and experience as composer and teacher to present all phases of the subject of orchestration. No practical aspect of instrumentation for the orchestra is neglected, and comprehensive treatment is given to each significant section.

The author approaches orchestration from the premise that the principles can best be presented by analysis of music as it has been written. The essentials of instrument combination discussed here are those which can be observed operating in the scores of great composers from Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven down to our day.

Orchestration is notable for the clarity and logic of its organization. From a consideration of the individual instruments and their technical problems the author skillfully develops his analysis of orchestration, covering instrumentation of primary and secondary melodies, part writing, chords, and contrapuntal techniques. Finally, he discusses typical problems in orchestration together with some examples of thier solutions.

Orchestration is profusely illustrated with hundreds of musical examples and with drawings of the various musical instruments that make up the modern orchestra.

Walter Piston was Professor of Music at Harvard University. An outstanding composer whose many works have been performed by leading orchestras and chamber ensembles both here and abroad, he received the Pulitzer Prize twice for distinguished musical composition.

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2 Tenors needed for a capella group in San Diego

Luscious — Mon, 13 Mar 2006 21:16:29 GMT

Small pro madrigal group is expanding rep to add jazz, sacred choral, and americana; we're also adding singers, but we're having a tough time finding qualified tenors! Please contact Luscious for audition info.

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PRO Reggae Jazz/Rock HipHop GUITARIST:AVAILABLE...

dalehauskins — Wed, 28 Dec 2005 18:13:44 GMT

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Out of the Loop

... — Thu, 27 Oct 2005 05:29:38 GMT

Hi
I love music and writing it, but I have stopped for a while and am so rusty. Part of the reason is my sore wrists/hands from work. They still hurt a little. It worries me. Has anyone else had this problem? Does guitar playing make it worse?
Ugh. So depressing.

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SINGER NEEDED TO PLAY “YOUNG DIONNE WARWICK”

ciaranhope — Tue, 04 Oct 2005 21:53:34 GMT

SINGER NEEDED TO PLAY “YOUNG DIONNE WARWICK”

I am directing a workshop for a new musical about the "Shirelles" called "Baby, its You" and we need a 20's-30's aged African-American woman who can play a young Dionne Warwick. In the show she sings Walk on By and Say a little Prayer for Me.

It is an ongoing workshop. We have some major investors, and several theatres looking at the show seriously, including the Geffin in Westwood. Rehearsals are at this time as everyone is available average 1-2 days per week, sometimes more, sometimes less. Rehearsals are in West LA. Pay is $100/day and the rehearsal time is usually 11-4. We are in pre-workshop mode.. which means we are tightening the book, looking at scenes, and putting together the music. We are very close to putting the show up -- and once we do whoever is rehearsing the role for us will have a very good shot at doing the actual show.

(think of this as an extended, paid audition for the real thing!)

To submit, please be sure to say you heard about this from Jeff Gund, and please contact me at Bchadima@aol.com

Thanks,
Bryan Chadima

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BULGARIAN FILM SCORING SESSIONS

ciaranhope — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 18:59:00 GMT

BULGARIAN FILM SCORING SESSIONS AND WORKSHOP ANNOUNCED

Ceoil Productions Ireland, Ltd. Presents
The Third International Film Scoring Sessions and Workshop
Bulgaria: 19th - 27th November, 2005
70 piece Professional Symphony Orchestra

Open to both film scoring professionals and students who want to record symphonic film music cues for their demo reels/showreels. The purpose of the workshop is to give participants the opportunity of recording film music cues with symphony orchestra in a format that allows them to make changes to their orchestrations, subsequent to the rehearsal period and prior to the recording sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to consult with workshop tutor Robert Drasnin (Composer and Director of Music for CBS Television (retired), currently teaching at both U.C.L.A.'s Extension Film Scoring Program and Screen Training Ireland's Film Scoring Program), vis-a-vis any changes or additions to their orchestrations.
Limited Number of participants' places available (on a first-come basis)

Schedule: (subject to adjustments)
Nov: 18th: arrival of participants

Nov: 19th - 21st : rehearsal with symphony orchestra of participants' cues

Nov 21st - 23th: Robert Drasnin will be available to meet with each participant to consult and discuss any changes in the orchestration that the participant may wish to make prior to the recording sessions. During this time, participants will have time to make changes to their orchestration, and prepare and print any new parts that may be required for the recording sessions.

Nov: 24th - 27th: Recording, mixing and editing of music cues, and preparation of multi-channel masters on CD, DVD, or HDD. (The recordings will be a 24-channel recording to Nuendo, with a two channel DAT master, delivered to each participant on CD. For those who wish to remix at a later date, the multi-channel master will be copied for them to CD, DVD or HDD at a small extra charge.) Mixing: two hours of mix time, per hour of recording time included. Additional mix time can be purchased at 30 Euros per hour, however this MUST be booked at least two weeks before workshop commences.
Nov 28th: Departure day

Cost: 1,685 Euros per participant, which includes:
* One hour rehearsal with orchestra per participant of participant's cues.
* Consultation and discussions with Robert Drasnin regarding any changes and additions to the orchestrations.
* One hour recording session with orchestra per participant. Two hours of mix time.
* Orchestra, studio, recording team, and technical staff included in cost.
* Nine nights hotel accommodation. (19th-27th Nov)
* Additional hour of rehearsal and recording time can be purchased for 800 Euros.(per one hour purchased at full price, (i.e Euro 1.685)for one hour of rehearsal plus one hour of recording)

(It is highly recommended that each participant brings with them their own laptop computer and portable printer, with their scoring software installed, so that they can realize, prepare and print any changes to their parts prior to the recording session. For those without laptops, it is possible to make arrangements to have access to computers and printers; they will most likely be PCs, not MACs, and participants will need to bring copies of their software.)

Registration Deadline: September 1, 2005; 50% deposit required (843 Euros)

Contact: Marsha Gruen for registration information
E-mail: ceoilpro@prodigy.net
Telephone: +1-310-641-1140
Fax: +1-310-641-0811
Ireland Number + 353 1 623 5744

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Music Lib Seeks Full-Time Composer/Engineer

ciaranhope — Sat, 10 Sep 2005 08:43:06 GMT

Los Angeles based music library, publishing and creative services company seeks full-time engineer/composer.

Engineering tasks and requirements include mastering, music editing, database updates, and CD/DVD/Drive duplication. Applicant must have knowledge of both Macintosh and PC computer, Pro Tools, Sound Forge, Filemaker Pro, and have strong attention to detail and people skills.

The composer component of this position requires someone who is musically diverse and can compose multiple styles of instrumental music, from orchestral, world, pop-rock, hip-hop, R&B, electronic, etc. for television, film and multimedia projects.

Compensation: Negotiable

Deadline: ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 5:00PM MONDAY SEPTEMBER 12

Submission Info: Email resume and music samples (either in MP3 format or provide a link to your website - please, no more than three MP3 files per e-mail).

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TO SUBMIT FOR THIS JOB:
Film Music Network members click on:
http://www.filmmusic.net/memberarea/jobSearchByJobId.html?job_id=4291
or login to the members-only area at www.filmmusic.net and access the Film Music Job Board for complete submission information.

TO JOIN THE FILM MUSIC NETWORK
If you'd like to become a part of the Film Music Network and receive access to all JobWire listings, free legal and audio mastering
and more, visit http://www.filmmusic.net and get instant access to our members-only area.

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LA Film & TV Composer Seeks Music-Tech Asst

ciaranhope — Sat, 10 Sep 2005 08:42:30 GMT

Los Angeles (SF Valley) based film and television composer seeks part-time music technology assistant. This is a part-time, PAID position (1-2 days/week) It requires a solid knowledge of the Macintosh OS, as well as GigaStudio, Digital Performer, and Pro-tools. Familiarity with the Mackie d8B, and the following applications: Finale, Sibelius, Quark Xpress, Filemaker Pro, Toast and iTunes is a big plus.

This position offers exposure to the behind-the-scenes world of a successful composer. Great team spirit and a positive attitude working in high-pressure, demanding situations is essential.

Whereas this is not specifically a position for someone with creative aspirations, it should be noted that over time any musical abilities you bring to the table, especially instrumental or vocal, will eventually almost certainly get used in studio. Good audio mixing/engineering skills are also valuable. Composition and sound design skills may also come into play at crunch time as well.

Assistant should also be willing to help out with administrative duties from time to time.

Deadline: ASAP

Compensation: This is a PAID position. Pay commensurate with experience and positive attitude.

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TO SUBMIT FOR THIS JOB:
Film Music Network members click on:
http://www.filmmusic.net/memberarea/jobSearchByJobId.html?job_id=4290 or login to the members-only area at www.filmmusic.net and access the Film Music Job Board for complete submission information.

TO JOIN THE FILM MUSIC NETWORK
If you'd like to become a part of the Film Music Network and receive access to all JobWire listings, free legal and audio mastering
and more, visit http://www.filmmusic.net and get instant access to our members-only area.

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SEEKING EXPERIENCED VOCAL COACHES, CHOREOGRAPHERS, PRODUCERS

ciaranhope — Sat, 10 Sep 2005 08:41:22 GMT

We’re looking for EXPERIENCED VOCAL COACHES, CHOREOGRAPHERS,
LIVE-PERFORMANCE PRODUCERS, with GREAT personalities and a track record, preferably working with celebrities but not essential.

Potential cast must be available in Los Angeles for shooting from 27 Sept 2005 for 3 days per week for 8 weeks until 20 November. The pay is approximately $3000 per week.

Unfortunately, due to the confidentiality of this project, I am unable to provide you with more details at the moment.

Please contact me if you have any additional questions or know of any strong candidates.

You must mention you were referred by Jeff Gund/The Info List, and please email photo, resume/discography, and contact information to casting@kanpaipictures.com.

Thanks for your help.

Fond Regards,
Charisse

Charisse Reneau
Casting Director
Tribune Studios

310.409.3901

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LIBRARY SEEKS MUSIC AND SONGS FOR IMMEDIATE FILM/TV PLACEMENT

ciaranhope — Sat, 10 Sep 2005 08:38:34 GMT

Production Music Library seeking broadcast quality music and songs for immediate placement in several Television Shows, Feature Films Motion Picture Trailers, and TV commercials.

The styles of music we are looking for include: Energetic, Fun, Upbeat, Feel Good music in a variety of styles including: Contemporary Pop, Rock, Reggaeton, Retro 1970's Funky, Lounge, Light Urban, Hip Hop, Modern Grooves, Organic Acoustic with a little bit of wild thrown in for good measure, Solo Guitar tracks in various styles, Mexican & Mariachi Music.

Compensation: Varies from project to project. Negotiable.

Submission info: Please only send us music tracks on CDs. Only send tracks that are immediately available for placement and the publishing is not tied up or encumbered in any manner. If your music is appropriate for our current production schedule, you will be notified promptly. Since we provide several television series with music, we consistently require a substantial variety of fresh new trendy music styles, with many new CD updates being added to our permanent music libraries. We thank you in advance for your music submissions and for your patience. Music will be listened to in the order in which it is received.

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TO SUBMIT FOR THIS JOB:
Film Music Network members click on:
http://www.filmmusic.net/memberarea/jobSearchByJobId.html?job_id=4289
or login to the members-only area at www.filmmusic.net and access the Film Music Job Board for complete submission information.

TO JOIN THE FILM MUSIC NETWORK
If you'd like to become a part of the Film Music Network and receive access to all JobWire listings, free legal and audio mastering
and more, visit http://www.filmmusic.net and get instant access to our members-only area.

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Singing Teacher needed 4 Childrens Performing Arts School

ciaranhope — Sun, 21 Aug 2005 06:27:17 GMT

[Established Performing Arts School for Children Seeking Singing Teacher]

Upstage Theatre Arts Schools, an established performing arts school for children ages 6-16 is seeking a singing teacher for Fall for one of it's schools in the Pasadena area.

We are looking for a fun, enthusiastic person who has the ability and desire to work with children.

Classes will take place on Sundays from 1-4 PM beginning September 18th. The pay is $25/hour plus an addtional bonus at the end of the quarter if no classes are missed!

If interested, check out our web site at www.upstageschools.com

Be sure to mention you were sent by Jeff Gund/The Info List, and then send a resume and cover letter to adrian@upstageschools.com

Looking forward to receiving your submissions!

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musicians sought

philip — Sat, 13 Aug 2005 03:53:16 GMT

I'm starting a band

I play the acoustic and electric guitar, I have a 2nd guitar and possibly a bass player but I need a drummer and a keyboardist.

Another instrument that would be very cool for this project is a pedal steel guitar - anyone?

music - Americana, roots music

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not a lot of people here seem to be seeking anything!

ciaranhope — Tue, 26 Jul 2005 19:22:25 GMT

For a tribe for people seeking musicians, not a lot of members seem to be seeking anything. It seems like a thoughful idea to set up the group at the time.... Maybe, it is soon time to disband the idea. :( You can lead a horse to water as they say, but......

www.ciaranhope.com

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Wow.....

bassplaya — Wed, 15 Jun 2005 07:50:24 GMT

It seems that a totall of 2 replies have happened in regards to the diligent posting of the moderator...is everyone on oxycoton?

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George Vreeland Hill

Wed, 25 May 2005 01:03:23 GMT

I just joined this group, and want to say hi.

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Songs Needed for Movie

ciaranhope — Fri, 06 May 2005 02:58:03 GMT

Director seeks two songs for his festival-poised short about a young Latino actor on the brink of success grappling with Hollywood's stereotype-heavy PR machine:

1. Hip-Hop/RnB song (only about 30s necessary for on-screen time). Needs to be up-beat, hip and new; perhaps inspired by Usher or The Game. With lyrics or instrumental.

2. Latin Rock song for end credits. Needs to be at least 1'30" long. Upbeat, perhaps anthem-like. Could be inspired by Los Lobos or Ozomatli. With lyrics or instrumental.

Deadline: ASAP

Compensation: Negotiable

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TO SUBMIT FOR THIS JOB:
Film Music Network members click on:
http://www.filmmusic.net/memberarea/jobSearchByJobId.html?job_id=4269

TO JOIN THE FILM MUSIC NETWORK
If you'd like to become a part of the Film Music Network and receive access to all JobWire listings, free legal and audio mastering and more, visit http://www.filmmusic.net/join.html and get instant access to our members-only area.

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10 TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL DEMO SUBMISSIONS

ciaranhope — Fri, 06 May 2005 02:55:49 GMT

10 TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL DEMO SUBMISSIONS AND MUSIC LICENSING FOR FILM AND TELEVISION
From Film Music Network - www.filmmusic.net

1. PUT YOUR NAME, CONTACT EMAIL AND PHONE BOTH ON YOUR CD CASE AND ON YOUR CD.

We received the following email today from one of our clients which vividly demonstrates why you should do this:

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Dear Film Music:

Last year I placed a JobWire posting to solicit music
for a television series I do the music supervision on.
One of the songs I would like to use is by an artist
named Sarah McDougall. I know her music was sent to me
through the posting but I have now misplaced the cover
of the CD and I have NO idea how to contact her to
process the license. Would you have any contact
information there?

(well-known TV Music Supervisor)
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Well, if you're Sarah McDougall or her rep, please contact us right away and we'll put you in touch with a music supervisor who is ready to license your music immediately!

As it is with television, this music supervisor is on an extremely short timetable and unless he gets this info within a day or so, Sarah's tune probably won't get placed. This also demonstrates another interesting phenomenon about film and television music placements:

2. DON'T ASSUME THAT EVERYBODY MOVES AS FAST AS YOU'D LIKE THEM TO

We checked, and the original JobWire our music supervisor client above was talking about was published in May of 2004. Since then, he's been referencing submissions from our members on a regular basis. So as you send out your packages, you're planting seeds which might bear fruit many months from the original submission date. This brings to mind another handy tip...

3. CONSIDER A "PERMANENT" PHONE NUMBER

Most people have hundreds if not thousands of demos out in circulation having sent them out over many years. Interestingly, some "old" demos may come back to life again if they end up in the hands of people who need music for film and television. If your old demos have old, outdated phone numbers on them, that can be a big problem. When film & TV people are ready to move on licenses, it usually happens very quickly and by phone.

We've teamed with Kall8 to provide a special service to our members. Check out Kall8's phone number selection at:

https://fusion.kallback.com/kall8/enter.cfm?agentID=7138

With Kall8, you can get a toll-free or local number and via the Internet map it to whatever phone number is best for you to receive calls at. If you want to change what number your permanent number rings through to, just sign on to your Kall8 admin page and change the number - it's that easy.

Another benefit of toll free numbers is that it doesn't make it immediately obvious where you are located (some people are concerned about being perceived as "out of towners") and it doesn't cost your clients to call you.

4. DON'T USE SLIMLINE CD CASES

Slimline CD cases (those thin, transparent cases) are low cost and nice looking, but have one major drawback - when they're placed in a stack or on a shelf like books, they disappear. There's no place for a spine label so if a music supervisor wants to find your CD again, it can mean a big search through many CDs. Use standard transparent jewel cases and make sure there's a spine label so your name shows through in BIG LETTERS through the spine, so when the CD is stored, you're easy to find.

5. DON'T SUBMIT TOO MUCH MUSIC

Submitting more than 10 tracks on a CD means they probably won't all get listened to. Sometimes people send multiple CDs loaded with music - most clients don't have the time or interest in previewing hours of music, so be strategic and send your best stuff.

6. DON'T SUBMIT MUSIC THAT'S NOT ASKED FOR TO TRY AND DEMONSTRATE THAT YOU'RE VERSATILE

Music supervisors and filmmakers are looking for specific types, genres, and styles of music. Trying to submit music that isn't a good fit for the requested music can be frustrating for the filmmaker or music supervisor (they often feel it's a waste of time), and can flag your future submissions as CDs to avoid. Submit music that's on target, and put your best foot forward.

7. AVOID EDITS OF MUSIC WITH LONG/REPETITIVE INTROS

As our clients listen to CDs, they report that often the first 5-10 seconds of a track will determine whether or not they find it interesting/compelling enough to listen to the rest of the track, or hit "skip". Long, slow, and/or repetitive intros can be a sure way to *not* grab a listener's attention. If your tracks do have these intros, consider creating edits of them for submission purposes with the intro shortened or eliminated.

8. BE EASY TO DO BUSINESS WITH, KNOW YOUR BUSINESS, AND BE READY TO DO BUSINESS

When it comes to music placements, clients want easy, one-stop licensing in many cases. Remember that there generally are 2 separate, independent copyrights on every piece of music. A music copyright (generally owned by a publishing company) on the underlying music and a sound recording copyright on each recording of the music (generally owned by a record company). It's your job to make it easy for a client to get both a sync license (with the music's publisher) and a master license (with the owner of the sound recording) to cover both of the copyrights on a piece of music. If you don't own both copyrights on your music, make sure that clients that are interested in your music can be easily put in touch with both copyright owners quickly, and that those copyright owners are ready to license in fast-turnaround situations. And perhaps most importantly of all, be READY to do business... If a client calls and asks for a licensing quote, know what questions to ask and ask them, and be ready to negotiate a firm quote.

9. MAKE SURE THAT IF YOU SUBMIT A RESUME, BIO OR CREDITS LIST, IT'S PROFESSIONAL, ACCURATE, AND EASY TO READ

If a client wants to see your bio, resume or credits, have those documents ready to go. While everyone's situation is different, it's usually best to focus on aspects of you, your music and/or your career that would create confidence in a prospective licensee of your music, and avoid mention of aspects of yourself that may cause concern or doubt. Things to emphasize: good credits, good reviews, your history as an artist/performer, your experiences in film/TV music. Things to consider not including: non-music related things (your day job as a plumber, etc), any limitations (words like "only" to describe any aspects of yourself), too much legalese (a simple, unobtrusive copyright notice is fine on your demo CD - avoid additional, unnecessary, and especially heavy-handed legal language ("no unauthorized reproduction permitted under penalty of law", etc). And in every case, proofread your work to eliminate any grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. Nothing screams "unprofessional" like misspelled words or a sloppy-looking document.

10. ALWAYS PROVIDE CUE SHEET INFO WITH YOUR SUBMISSIONS, AND MAKE SURE YOU GET A COPY OF ANY CUE SHEETS FOR PRODUCTIONS USING YOUR MUSIC

The cue sheet is the document prepared by a production company for a film or television production listing the music used in the production. It's the official record of what music is used in a production, and is the basis for payment of perfomring rights royalties to the writer(s) and publisher(s) of the music. For each piece of music, the writer(s) and publisher(s) must be listed along with any co-writing percentages, the performing rights affiliations (ASCAP, BMI or SESAC) of each writer and publisher, and the length of the actual music used must be included on the cue sheet. Make sure you provide the writer and publisher names for all music submitted along with the affiliation of each, and don't forget to request a copy of the completed cue sheet once the project is completed. Then, make sure your performing rights organization has a copy as well so you can be paid when the project is broadcast.

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musicians release forms for movies

ciaranhope — Sun, 01 May 2005 23:22:09 GMT

I am trying to find an optimal musician's release form to enable me to sign a deal with any studio musician and solidify my ownership of their performance. With me, it is particularly relevant for musicians who records music on a film score - so that their performance is signed over forever.

I would like to keep it simple so that both musican and I are comfortable with the release and the legalese is not to complex and scary for people - I'm not trying to take their life, but I don't want to get sued due to some silly misunderstanding either.

yours in music

Ciaran
www.ciaranhope.com

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OFFICIAL LAUNCH PARTY 4 INTRAXX MUSIC

ciaranhope — Sun, 17 Apr 2005 17:35:58 GMT

THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH PARTY FOR INTRAXX MUSIC

Music Supervision / Music Video Production

Wednesday, April 20th
8pm – 2am
At
CineSpace
6356 Hollywood Blvd.
Upstairs
Hollywood, CA 90028

8pm – 9pm: FREE Cocktails!
10pm: Music Video Screening on CineSpaces Big Screen!
10:30 Dancing, partying and networking all night Long!

With Gift Bags for the first 300 guests to arrive, courtesy of PlayStation2, Xbox, Wonka, Whiteboy, and InTraxx Music!

YOU MUST RSVP by return email to: jeffsviplist@mindspring.com
Please include your full name, and how many will be in your party. Please RSVP by 6pm Wednesday, April 20th

Preferential Entry for DINNER RESERVATIONS...
See-and-be-seen at tables.
If you’d like to make a reservation for dinner or VIP Bottle Service, Please call Cinespace at (323) 817-3456

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Film/TV seeking songs [URGENT]

ciaranhope — Wed, 13 Apr 2005 18:00:05 GMT

Seeking the following on an urgent basis. If you respond after 4-15-05, please disregard. It is OK to send MP3’s to mgalaxy@bandpromote.com for these requests:

1. Black Eyed Peas sounding bands. OK to send MP3’s for this request. Need this by Thur Apr-14

2. Electronic Rock bands like Portishead. DO NOT send MP3’s for this request. Mail CD to address below. Need this by Monday Apr-18

3. Rock Pop like The Killers to fit perfectly in a robbery scene for major film. OK to send MP3’s for this request. Need this by Thur Apr 14

Please only submit exactly what we are requesting. If you have a song that is perfect and we already have your CD, then please let us know which track.

If you would like to be placed in our publishing database and routinely considered and submitted for all appropriate Film and TV projects before anyone else, then please visit www.indiehits.com

Please mail submissions to the address below.

Indie Hits -filmTV
PO Box 4102
Hollywood, CA 90078

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What do ya got!

carvin — Tue, 22 Mar 2005 00:51:48 GMT

I know some of you and some of what you do, but since we're all here, tell the rest of us what you do....

And since I brought it up, I'll go first.

I'm a composer and producer. I play too many instruments to name here, but I excel at brass instruments (classical, jazz, funk, reggae...whatever), woodwinds (flute, oboe, bass clarinet), and various assorted "world" instruments (turkish oud anyone?) and even a few ancient instruments. I also play lots of vintage analog instruments as well, including a micromoog and theremin.

I'm available to play classical, jazz, funk, hip-hop, house, jungle, bossa-breakbeat, mizrahi, middle-eastern pop, or whatever....

And yes, I occaisionaly hire players for commercial projects.

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Apples Of Eve project seeks female DJ, models...etc.

ciaranhope — Sun, 20 Mar 2005 23:55:34 GMT

Check out the Apples Of Eve project at www.applesofeve.com or www.myspace.com/theapplesofeve

This 14 track all female-vocal compilation features 17 female vocalist from 6 countries.

AOE is looking to involve a female DJ for remix purposes for a AOE track club vinyl release.

Contact Mr. Black at info@applesofeve.com or IM YAHOO Messenger at applesofeve.

www.blackwerdzstudios.com

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HIP-HOP / ROCK BAND NEEDED FOR INDIE FEATURE FILM

ciaranhope — Wed, 16 Mar 2005 20:08:54 GMT

FILM MUSIC JOBWIRE
A service of Film Music Media Group
March 15, 2005 - Job# 4256
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(Film Music Network Members-Only Job Listing)
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HIP-HOP / ROCK BAND NEEDED FOR INDIE FEATURE FILM

Indie filmmaker seeks hip-hop or rock band to work with to create music for an indie horror/comedy feature. Financing will be in place before post production begins.

Open to different genres within the hip-hop and rock areas.

Deadline: ASAP

Compensation: Negotiable based on name recognition of band/group. May include back-end payments based on sale of the film.

Submission Info: Send music on CD plus complete contact info

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TO SUBMIT FOR THIS JOB:
Film Music Network members click on:
http://www.filmmusic.net/memberarea/jobSearchByJobId.html?job_id=4256
or login to the members-only area at www.filmmusic.net and access the Film Music Job Board for complete submission information.

TO JOIN THE FILM MUSIC NETWORK
If you'd like to become a part of the Film Music Network and receive access to all JobWire listings, free legal and audio mastering
and more, visit http://www.filmmusic.net/join.html and get instant access to our members-only area.

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INXS-Lead Singer Auditions in Los Angeles tomorrow

ciaranhope — Wed, 09 Mar 2005 20:23:04 GMT

INXS, the international platinum rock band is looking for a new lead singer. They've teamed with Mark Burnett Productions (The Apprentice, Survivor) to
create a new series on CBS that will take a behind the scenes look at the process.

We are looking for men and women of all styles, ages 21 and up.
Private/Invite only auditions take place this Thursday 3/10 in Los Angeles.
If you would like to schedule an audition or get more info, please contact:

Peter Cohen
323-877-6257
pcohen@markburnettprod.com

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An Evening with the Artists on "Forever In Our Hearts" - A Tsunami Relief Song

ciaranhope — Wed, 09 Mar 2005 02:04:40 GMT

Jeffrey R. GUND & MAC AFRICA

In association with

JASON MILLER & MICHAEL J

songwriter and producer of
“Forever in Our Hearts”

Invite you to attend an evening dedicated to Forever In Our Hearts...a Tsunami Relief Song

The Song & Video Launch Party!!

Jason Miller and Michael J have invited ALL the artists -such as Brian McKnight, Mya, P.O.D., Ben Moody (Evanescence), Jacoby Shaddix (Papa Roach), Kelly Hu (Scorpion King), Eric Roberts, and many many more! - who participated on the song to attend this evening – so we hope to see many of them there!!

You can hear and download the hit song at
www.tsunamireliefsong.org

ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE SALES OF SONG DOWNLOADS ARE TO BENEFIT VICTIMS OF THE TSUNAMI
Distributed by MUSIC FOR RELIEF to UNICEF and Habitat for Humanity

Complimentary champagne from 8.30p to 9.30pm,
after which the music video will be premiered!

The evening is designed to raise awareness to MUSIC FOR RELIEF and "FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS"

Thursday, March 10th

8:30pm - 2am

At Justin Timberlake’s

CHI

@ The Hyatt on Sunset
8401 Sunset Blvd.,
Between Kings Road & La Cienega
Valet Parking Available

NO COVER CHARGE

THIS IS AN INVITATION ONLY EVENT
CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC

*limited capacity - RSVP early - we are expecting a big crowd*

*** we do expect celebrities, heavy press coverage and cameras

also LA'S TOP DJ - DJ CRASH

YOU MUST RSVP by return email to jeffsviplist@mindspring.com
Please include your full name, and how many will be in your party.
Please RSVP by 6pm on Thursday, March 10th

Preferential Entry for DINNER RESERVATIONS...
See-and-be-seen at tables. Delicious Global Asian Cuisine.....

If you’d like to make a reservation for dinner or VIP Bottle Service,
Please call CHI at (323) 785-6090

Vocals on FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS are sung by:

Brian McKnight
Nate Dogg
Mya
Sonny (P.O.D.)
Wuv (P.O.D.)
Eric Roberts (Less Than Perfect)
Elisa Simons Roberts
Kelly Hu (Scorpion King, X2)
Ming-Na (ER)
Jason Miller (Godhead)
Jacoby Shaddix (Pappa Roach)
Jaime Gomez (Nash Bridges, Training Day)
Roselyn Sanchez (Rush Hour 2, Bad Boys)
Andrew Bryniarski (Texas Chainsaw Massacre)
Leigh Nash (Sixpence None The Richer)
Keaton Simons
Howard Hancox (downlo)
John Cho (American Pie, Harold and Kumar)
Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme)
Gary Chereone (Extreme/Van Halen)
Cheyenne Kimball (“America's Most Talented Kid”)
Michael "Fish" Herring (Prince, Christina Aguilera)
Fefe Dobson
James O’Connor (Godhead)
Joey Covington (Jefferson Airplane)
Julian Beeston
Snake Sabo (Skid Row)
"Me"
Mike Miller (Godhead)
Curtis Skidgel (e-race)
Brandon Gonzales (e-race)
Nina Shock
Sean Danielson (Smile Empty Soul)
Corey Feldman
Louise Post (Veruca Salt)
Wayne Static (Static-X)
Jeffery Damnit
Natashia Williams (star of “Romeo!”)
Devin Reeve
Jeremy Popoff (Lit) and son
AJ Popoff (Lit) and daughter
Rob Egbert (cade boston)
Taylamade
Bonnie McKee
Billie Bruno (According To Jim)
Marty O’Brien (Tommy Lee, Kelly Clarkson)
Ben Jelen
Tim Spooneybarger (pitcher Florida Marlins)
Mitch Allan (Sr-71)
Lila Garrett (connect the dots)
Tim Fluckey (adema)
Dave Daroo (adema)
Steve Aiello (Monty's Fan Club)
Lauren Adams
David Kanui (Kerasene)

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Indie-Soft Core Goddess Rock

jujunamjai — Mon, 28 Feb 2005 02:58:55 GMT

Yep! thats what i do best...come and have a listen...The Temple Bar March 8th...9:45 p.m....get rocked and lullabyed...

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