April/May 1996 Pg-4

Seminars, Conferences, Workshops

Route One South Music Conference

Route One South Music Conference and Festival will be held May 31, June 1 & 2 at the Downtown Marriott in Richmond, VA. A three day gathering of music industry reps and artists, the event will focus on Mid-Atlantic talent and will include a day long seminar and workshops on such topics as Hands On Recording and Equipment Repair & Maintenance. Panels include Tour Booking, Self Management, Production, and Publicity/Promotion. The conference will end with a vintage music and clothing show on the Trade Show floor of the Marriott. Artists interested in participating in the Showcase must have their applications in by April 20. Showcase venues include Moondance, Cobblestone Brewery, Twisters, Underground Railroad, The Hole In The Wall, The City Cafe, AllyKatz and Buffalo Joes. For more information, call 804/358-6296. An all access pass (which includes admission to all music venues, conference, trade show and seminar events) is available for $75, and a special seminar room rate at the Marriott Hotel is $69 per night, for a single room. The reservation line is 800/228-9290.

NAIRD

The National Association of Independent Record Distributors (NAIRD) Convention will meet in Baltimore, Maryland May 22 through 26 at the Omni Inner Harbor Hotel. Hundreds of Indie labels and distributors will be on hand for this annual event. For more information call (606) 633-0946.

Songwriting: From Creation to Contract

This summer, SAW President Jordan Musen teaches a six-week songwriting course at the Smithsonian titled: "Songwriting: From Creation to Contract." Guest speakers include Cleve Francis and Jay Rosenthal. The first class on July 10 focuses on finding the creative voice that lies within. SAW & WAMA members receive Smithsonian Resident Member rate of $78, down from $123 for the general public. Call Smithsonian Associates (202) 357-3030.