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Bill Pere: Executive Director
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CSA EVENTS CALENDAR The general public is welcome to attend any CSA event and to join the Association! If you need additional information or directions, e-mail us. Success comes from opportunity, and opportunity comes from involvement -- We have been helping writers and artists achieve their goals since 1979 ! Get Involved in CSA!This calendar provides a wealth of opportunities to be part of a creative community of songwriters and artists. The secret to achieving your goals in music is being INVOLVED! That means attending meetings and concerts and volunteering to help out, where you will learn from others, network with others, and make yourself known to others. The single biggest factor in achieving success is BEING THERE and becoming a FAMILIAR FACE ! Support these CSA events -- an investment in CSA is an investment in yourself ! Besides the events below, check out these other great opportunities:
=============================================== CSA 2009 CALENDAR============================ July 2008 Events Tuesday July 8, 7:15pm, Wesleyan University, Middletown (directions)
RADIO: How to Get Airplay in Tuesday, July 7, 7:15pm at Wesleyan University, Middletown. CSA is pleased to have as our special guest radio veteran Franco Carofano. Like the rest of the music industry, radio has changed dramatically in the last 10 years, and continues to evolve rapidly, with satellite and Internet radio creating more opportunities even as corporate takeovers of local radio has blocked the old traditional paths of airplay. How do you effectively get airplay in this new day and age ? Franco has been a broadcaster for over 30 years. starting his career at the legendary WAVZ in New Haven, where he interned under some of the biggest and brightest names in the industry. He worked with and learned from such talents as Willie B.Goode. Curtis W.Hansen, Rick Everett Gary Wall, and many more. During his 21 years at WQGN in New London Franco served as music director, general manager, and host of the popular morning show. Franco is now launching his own Internet radio station. How does the Indie songwriter and artist tap into this new media outlet? Come and learn. This program is $5 for members, $10 for non-members
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August 2008 EventsPERFORMING OPPORTUNITY Sunday, August 30 -- 1pm
to 5pm -- CSA Summer Picnic and Showcase. J.B.
Williams Park, Glastonbury. Bring food for the grill, a dish to share, and a
non-alcoholic beverage. Performance slots all day Rain or Shine. Sound system
provided. To sign up for a performance slot, contact Bill
Pere. or
Don Donegan. Meet new folks
and old friends, and enjoy the day in the company of creative people. From New London/Norwich: Rt 2 West to Exit 8 in Glastonbury (Hebron Ave). Right off the ramp, then immediate right again at the light onto Hebron Ave. Go 2 miles and turn right onto Wickham Rd. Go to end of Wickham and turn left at the T-intersection onto Neipsic Rd. The park is 1 block on the left. From New Haven : I-91 North to Exit 25. Cross the CT River on Rt 3 and bear right on Rt 2 toward Norwich. Take Exit 9 off Rt 2, go left on Neipsic Rd under Rt 2. Go 3/4 mile and the park is on the left. From Hartford area: I-91 South to Exit 25 (Glastonbury) Cross the CT River on Rt 3 and bear right on Rt 2 toward Norwich. Take Exit 9 off Rt 2, go left on Neipsic Rd under Rt 2. Go 3/4 mile and the park is on the left. From I-84 East or West: Take Rt 2 and Take Exit 9 off Rt 2, go left on Neipsic Rd under Rt 2. Go 3/4 mile and the park is on the left Check Mapquest for details and to verify your best route Mapquest =============== September 2008 EventsCSA Regular Meeting -- Tuesday, September 15, 2009 7:15pm, Glastonbury YMCA
Free to members, $5 to non-members (applicable toward dues if you
join within 30 days) 7:15pm For more information e-mail
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Mystic Chamber of Commerce, 14 Holmes St, Mystic .
DIRECTIONS to Mystic Chamber of Commerce: I-95 North to Exit 89 (Allyn Street). Right off the Exit onto Allyn St for about 2 miles until you come to the intersection with Route 1 (traffic light). Turn left onto Rt 1.You'll be heading downhill and will shortly come to a 5-way intersection. Immediately on your left is Union Baptist Church and just ahead on the left is Mystic Pizza. Go straight into downtown Mystic. At the end of Mystic's main street, cross the drawbridge and at the flagpole, make a left onto Holmes Street. After some white storefronts is a red brick building. This is #14 Holmes St. To park, go right onto Church St and there is a parking lot behind the building To enter, facing the rear of the building, use the door to the far right. The conference room is down the hall to the right. ========================================================== Click the flyer below for details
================================================= CSA TAKES THE MONTH OF DECEMBER OFF WE WISH YOU A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON WE'LL SEE YOU IN JANUARY 2010
==================== JAN UARY 2009 EventsTuesday, Jan 6, 7:15pm, Mystic Chamber of Commerce, 14 Holmes St, Mystic (directions) How do you Make your Music as Familiar as Coke, Pepsi, McDonalds and Walmart? Come and find out. A presentation on artistic branding, given by Bill Pere, named as one of the "Top 50 Innovators and Guiding Lights of the Music Industry" by Music Connection Magazine. Critique session to follow. Free to members, $5 to non-members (applicable toward dues if you join within 30 days) 7:15pm For more information e-mail info @ ctsongs . com (in the event of snow, check this website for meeting status) Mystic Chamber of
Commerce DIRECTIONS to Mystic Chamber of Commerce: I-95 North to Exit 89 (Allyn Street). Right off the Exit onto Allyn St for about 2 miles until you come to the intersection with Route 1 (traffic light). Turn left onto Rt 1. You'll be heading downhill and will shortly come to a 5-way intersection. Immediately on your left is Union Baptist Church and just ahead on the left is Mystic Pizza. Go straight into downtown Mystic. At the end of Mystic's main street, cross the drawbridge and at the flagpole, make a left onto Holmes Street. After some white storefronts is a red brick building. This is #14 Holmes St. To park, go right onto Church St and there is a parking lot behind the building To enter, facing the rear of the building, use the door to the far right. The conference room is down the hall to the right. ============================ FEBRUARY 2009 Events MUSIC THEORY WORKSHOP Tuesday February 10 7:15pm Do you find yourself repeating the same chords over and over ? Do you hear exciting transitions in your head but can't find them on the guitar or keyboard? Do you want your bridge to take the listener to a new place but you don't know how to get there ? Do you know the chords you need to create specific styles and moods? Do you know the difference between 6/8, 12/8, 9/8, and 3/4 rhythms ? There are some very simple techniques and strategies you can use to achieve these things without having to become an expert in music theory. This practical, hands-on presentation will give you new tools to expand your musical tool chest. Critique session to follow. Free to members, $5 to non-members (applicable toward dues if you join within 30 days) 7:15pm For more information e-mail info @ ctsongs . com Mystic Chamber of
Commerce DIRECTIONS to Mystic Chamber of Commerce: I-95 North to Exit 89 (Allyn Street). Right off the Exit onto Allyn St for about 2 miles until you come to the intersection with Route 1 (traffic light). Turn left onto Rt 1. You'll be heading downhill and will shortly come to a 5-way intersection. Immediately on your left is Union Baptist Church and just ahead on the left is Mystic Pizza. Go straight into downtown Mystic. At the end of Mystic's main street, cross the drawbridge and at the flagpole, make a left onto Holmes Street. After some white storefronts is a red brick building. This is #14 Holmes St. To park, go right onto Church St and there is a parking lot behind the building To enter, facing the rear of the building, use the door to the far right. The conference room is down the hall to the right. (in the event of snow, check this website for meeting status) =============================
MARCH Tues day March 17 7:15pm, Glastonbury YMCA --The ice storm in most of the state kept folks from getting to the January meeting, and several folks had wanted to attend, so we have rescheduled the presentation for our Glastonbury meeting on March 17. How do you Make your Music as Familiar as Coke, Pepsi, McDonalds and Walmart? Come and find out. A presentation on artistic branding. What makes people remember you and want to seek you out amid a sea of choices ? You'll be surprised. This is part 1 of a 2-part Promotion workshop, to be followed up by a June presentation with Skye MacBroom of the major PR firm, Skye Communications
Critique session to follow. Free to members, $5 to non-members (applicable toward dues if you join within 30 days) 7:15pm For more information e-mail info @ ctsongs . com Directions Mapquest ================================= APRIL 2008 Events April 11, 2009 THE ANNUAL CSA COLLABORATION WORKSHOP One of the highlight events of every year !
CSA COLLABORATION WORKSHOP --
1pm - 5pm -- Mystic Chamber of Commerce Conference Room What does it take for successful collaboration ? Do some actual writing with others. Connect with folks who have skills which complement yours. Overcome those blocks that prevent you from getting going on good song ideas. Some great songs have come from group writing sessions. Learn some great song development techniques. Learn about the business considerations of collaborations -- who owns what ? What are the responsibilities and rights of each partner ? You'll actually get to co-write with other collaborators. A great opportunity to form a working collaborative partnership.REGISTRATION - Limited to the first 22 participants. Send Check or Money Order payable to CSA, PO Box 511, Mystic CT 06355. Space is limited -- Register early. Snacks and Beverages provided. Directions Mapquest DIRECTIONS to Mystic Chamber of Commerce: I-95 North to Exit 89 (Allyn Street). Right off the Exit onto Allyn St for about 2 miles until you come to the intersection with Route 1 (traffic light). Turn left onto Rt 1. You'll be heading downhill and will shortly come to a 5-way intersection. Immediately on your left is Union Baptist Church and just ahead on the left is Mystic Pizza. Go straight into downtown Mystic. At the end of Mystic's main street, cross the drawbridge and at the flagpole, make a left onto Holmes Street. After some white storefronts is a red brick building. This is #14 Holmes St. To park, go right onto Church St and there is a parking lot behind the building To enter, facing the rear of the building, use the door to the far right. The conference room is down the hall to the right. =============================== MAY 2008 Events Saturday May 9, 1pm - 4pm SPRING PRO WORKSHOP with one of today's most successful artists from NYC, Marci Geller.
Learn the secrets of film/TV placements, and the world of opportunities in House Concerts. More details in the newsletter. REGISTRATION - Limited to the first 20 participants. Send Check or Money Order payable to CSA, PO Box 511, Mystic CT 06355. or register securely online with PayPal Space is limited -- Register early.
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========================================================== June Tuesday, June 9 -- CSA Regular Meeting 7:15pm Glastonbury YMCA. CSA presents Part 2 of our workshops on Branding and Promoting yourself and your music. Our special guests will be Skye MacBroom, founder and CEO of Skye Communications, and Director of Marketing, Jim DiMicco. Skye Communications is a global PR firm that works with many well known clients in all aspects of the business world. You'll have real pros on hand to help you write a slogan, mission statement, goals, sound-byte, and all the things you need to get your brand into the minds of the public. Skye and Jim will work with you to optimize your promo. A tremendous opportunity for taking a big step along your path. This program is $5 for members, $10 for non-members (applicable toward dues if you join within 30 days) For more information e-mail info@ctsongs.com Directions Mapquest===================================== PERFORMING OPPORTUNITY Sunday, June 14 1pm to 5pm -- CSA Summer Picnic and Showcase. J.B. Williams Park, Glastonbury. Bring food for the grill, a dish to share, and a non-alcoholic beverage. Performance slots all day Rain or Shine. Sound system provided. To sign up for a performance slot, contact Bill Pere. or Don Donegan. Meet new folks and old friends, and enjoy the day in the company of creative people.
From New Haven : I-91 North to Exit 25. Cross the CT River on Rt 3 and bear right on Rt 2 toward Norwich. Take Exit 9 off Rt 2, go left on Neipsic Rd under Rt 2. Go 3/4 mile and the park is on the left. From Hartford area: I-91 South to Exit 25 (Glastonbury) Cross the CT River on Rt 3 and bear right on Rt 2 toward Norwich. Take Exit 9 off Rt 2, go left on Neipsic Rd under Rt 2. Go 3/4 mile and the park is on the left. From I-84 East or West: Take Rt 2 and Take Exit 9 off Rt 2, go left on Neipsic Rd under Rt 2. Go 3/4 mile and the park is on the left Check Mapquest for details and to verify your best route Mapquest
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