Renegade 83 and CMT bring you the finale concert of the hit docu-series: Gone Country. Come watch iconic musicians of all genres (Rock, Pop, R&B, etc) debut their original song as they attempt to cross over into the strongest fan base in America – country music.

On behalf of host and superstar John Rich (of the critically acclaimed and award winning duo Big & Rich), we'd like to invite you to be part of this special event on May 14th at The Wildhorse Saloon. Red Carpet Arrivals happen at 7pm and the concert kicks off at 8pm.

We need hip, musically driven individuals to really rock it out on the front lines. We'd like to place you along our red carpet and also in our "pit" (the first 20-25 rows at the concert) at this great finale concert…where you can be right up front and on-camera!!!

DETAILS: We'd like you to arrive at 6:30pm.

Please RSVP to Debbie Tyner at dmtyner@mac.com and let us know if you can make it.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 09:08 AM on May 13, 2008 | Permalink

Mix Nashville will be an in-depth conference centering on Nashville, “the hottest recording market in the country today,”–Mix Magazine

This May 20th and 21st, Soundcheck Nashville will be reserved for 2-days of master classes, hands-on demos, music provided by American Songwriter and the Mix Room devoted to two-days of all-day programming, including panels on: Studio Recording, Demo tips and techniques for Songwriters/Artists, Hit song production, business panels, indie methods of distribution/promotion, and much more – all direct from the Mix Nashville sponsors. [Premium sponsors include Apple, Digidesign and Meyer Sound]

Student discount $25 code: http://espdev.espcomp.net/pr/mxnsvl/StudentOrderForm.aspx?PK=MSTNVL

MIX is offering a $25 student rate for the respected Universities and programs in town.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 08:55 AM on May 13, 2008 | Permalink

Leadership Music and SOLID are both organizations of music industry professionals. With their close access to artists, members have cleaned out their closets and asked for favors, to assemble one of a kind items you can't get anywhere else but at this Annual yard sale benefiting Leadership Music and SOLID.

This is a great opportunity for students to volunteer and come work side by side with SOLID and Leadership Music members.

We also have pricing/sorting dates that the students can volunteer for. These are during the evening and open for students to volunteer at as well.

Pricing/Sorting Dates:
May 13 - Pricing & Sorting
May 20 - Pricing & Sorting
May 22 - Pricing & Sorting (Tentative)
May 27 - Pricing & Sorting
May 29 - Pricing & Sorting (Tentative)
June 3 - Pricing & Sorting

Event Preparation:
June 4th - late afternoon
June 5th - late afternoon
June 6th - set up and flyering
June 7th - Day Of! 6:30 am to 2:30 pm

To volunteer, contact Katie Pope at kpope@sesac.com or 615.320.0055.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 08:50 AM on May 08, 2008 | Permalink

CBS and Mark Burnett Productions have teamed up to find the greatest undiscovered marketing genius for a new show, "Jingles"! We are looking for teams of (preferably) 2-3 people to write and perform product jingles. A team could be anything from a brother/sister team to a singing comedy duo or a barbershop quartet!

Do you think you could use your quick mind, great sense of humor, and musical skills to wow Fortune 500 companies with your talent?

We are looking for fun, high energy performances mixed with a competitive spirit. Minimum age 13.

Monday, June 2

9:00 AM - Auditions begin
The Music Mill
1710 Roy Acuff Place, Nashville, TN 37203

Callbacks, if selected, will be the following day.

Please contact Jonathan at jtanzman@markburnettprod.com for an application, jingle guideline, and time to come interview. Spots are limited.

Thanks and good luck!
Jonathan Tanzman
Casting Director
Jingles
Mark Burnett Productions/CBS
(310)903-5400 x5610

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 03:21 PM on May 05, 2008 | Permalink

Wednesday, April 30th 11 am - 3 pm
Curb Event Center

Join us for the normal carnival activities as well as special performances by: John Shaw Group, The Only Good Thing About the Forties, Riker Out, and The War. Bands will begin playing at 12:30. Sponsored by Student Leadership Council and Program Board.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:53 PM on April 28, 2008 | Permalink

COME OUT TO SEE “Gospel Dream”
(A national singing competition)
HOST: Yolanda Adams
Judges: Brian McKnight, Martha Munizzi, Big Jim Wright
Plus other Special Guests

We will need AUDIENCE MEMBERS for Gospel Music Channel’s exciting competition
“Gospel Dream” which will be taped in Nashville, Tennessee.

Show: Gospel Music Channel “Gospel Dream” – 5 Show Dates
Show #1 - Tuesday, May 6, 2008 Evening Audience Arrival: 5:15 – 6:30 PM Show Time: 7 to 9:00 PM
Show #2 - Wednesday, May 7, 2008 Evening Audience Arrival: 5:15 – 6:30 PM Show Time: 7 to 9:00 PM
Show #3 - Thursday, May 8, 2008 Afternoon Audience Arrival: 12:45 to 1:30 PM Show Time: 2 to 4:00 PM
Show #4 - Thursday, May 8, 2008 Evening Audience Arrival: 5:15 – 6:30 PM Show Time: 7 to 9:00 PM
Show #5 - Friday, May 9, 2008 Evening Audience Arrival: 5:15 – 6:30 Show Time: 7 to 9:00 PM

THERE ARE 5 DIFFERENT SHOWS –
PLEASE SPECIFY WHEN YOU EMAIL, WHAT DAY(S).
These shows are being taped and could go later.

Even if you have participated in previous audience events, please send the information below again. When you submit for a show, the materials are used for processing for that show, only (Security, Production, etc…). If you are interested in being an audience member, email us (we prefer email) at moorecasting@comcast.net with your full name, picture, current phone numbers, and age. Please scan and send along with your information. We have been asked to pull ages 13 and Up (Anyone under the age of 16 will need a guardian or parent). We need full names, ages and phone numbers of all participants, so we can start the confirmation process. After receiving your information we will email whether you have been confirmed with the details of the show.

We have a limited number of guests we can invite, so respond as soon as possible.

We must have your name on our audience list in order for you to attend the show. No confirmation numbers will be given. Your name will provide entrance into the show (ID required – Drivers License). The Audience will be seated.

PLEASE DO NOT CANCEL AT THE LAST MINUTE!

Regina Moore and Nancy Ellis will be coordinating these events.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:50 PM on April 28, 2008 | Permalink

The Arthritis Foundation is looking for a family-friendly band to play for about 1 ½ hours on May 4th at the beginning of their annual Arthritis Walk. The band would need to arrive on-campus, near Curb Event Center, at 1:00 pm. If you are interested, please contact Jamie Stamey at stameyj@mail.belmont.edu or 615.460.6259.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:48 PM on April 17, 2008 | Permalink

Are you interested in coordinating audio in the Curb Cafe? The application and job description are now available. If you have any questions, please contact Tony Cottrill at cottrillt@mail.belmont.edu or x6614. Application deadline is June 2nd.

Job Description

This person would report directly to Tony Cottrill, coordinator of live sound and would be in charge of coordinating and maintaining live audio related production for the Cafe. Job responsibilities would include:
• Clean Crown amp filters once/month
• Clean and organize rack drawer in console rack, once/month
• Clean and organize work boxes in storage area, once/month
• Complete run through on audio system, check for left/right balance, fx working, comps/gates working, all recorders working, once/month
• Find broken or equipment in need of repair and return to classroom/workshop, once/month
• Dust console, outboard gear, once/month
• Attend one show at Café per week to monitor how advanced and intro SR students are performing (submit reports to coordinator of SR), please alternate days every week
• Check with Curb Café restaurant management about any problems they may be experiencing with SR students, bands, lock-up procedures, etc
• Supervise Writers Nights multi-track recording
• Verify personnel for Live showcase series auditions
• On call as substitute engineer during emergency situations
• Work closely with Curb Café booking coordinator, verify scheduling, Advance sheets, input lists & stage plots
• Note: There are no guest engineers for Curb Cafe, unless bands are given approval prior to their event...this is students lab time...guest engineers can produce while Belmont students mix
Criteria:
o Must have and maintain a 2.8 GPA
o Must be a full time CEMB major
o Must have Curb Café audio experience
o Must have completed with a C or better one of the following courses:
o AET 3560 Sound Reinforcement
o AET 4560 Advanced Sound Reinforcement

Application

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:33 PM on April 17, 2008 | Permalink

Tuesday, April 22nd, CEC Presented in partnership with Belmont University's Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business Curb Event Center, Nashville, TN Belmont University Curb College majors are invited to participate in the Digital Summit at no charge. The full schedule of events for the day can be found at http://www.digitalsummit.org. If you want to attend any part of the day's events, register by signing up in the Dean's Office by April 18 at 4:00pm.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:32 PM on April 17, 2008 | Permalink

Student Leadership Council is excited to announce the first annual CEMB Awards! And YOU have the opportunity to vote for the winners in 5 categories. To vote go to: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=ojDpsCwZH3h_2bbZvoU8iNkg_3d_3d. The awards show will be held Thursday, April 24 at 7:00 pm in the Curb Café. All CEMB students are invited to join us for an evening of fun and recognition.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:31 PM on April 17, 2008 | Permalink

We're looking for 5-10 volunteers to work Friday (April17th) from 2-5 pm to prepared for Digital Summit. Volunteers will work in the conference room in the Beaman Student Life Center. If interested, please contact Jamie Stamey at stameyj@mail.belmont.edu or 615.460.6259.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:30 PM on April 17, 2008 | Permalink

Non-profit organization, Food for the Hungry, is looking for 20-25 volunteers to work THIS Saturday after the Casting Crowns concert. Volunteers will be needed from 8:30 pm until approximately 10:00 pm at the Sommet Center. All volunteers will be invited to Food for the Hungry's showcase Monday evening, featuring 33 Miles, Sara Groves, and Leeland (8:00 pm at the Musicians Hall of Fame, Performance Hall). If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Jamie Stamey at stameyj@mail.belmont.edu or 615.460.6259.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:28 PM on April 17, 2008 | Permalink

To apply, prospective students must submit an application (which can be downloaded here) to the Curb College office of the Dean.

The Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business accepts applications year round and admits students once a year in the spring semester prior to the semester applied for. Completed application deadline is the first Friday in May. Interviews for the Belmont West program will not take place until the fall semester prior to the Belmont West experience. Applications must be completed and returned no later than the date specified above. No late applications will be accepted. Applications can be returned to the Strategic Programs Director in the office of the Dean or faxed to 615-460-5689.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:35 PM on April 15, 2008 | Permalink

The SOLID Convo scheduled for April 23rd at 10:00 am will take place in Massey 100. Please join us to hear industry professionals discuss and take questions on the topic of Marketing and PR in the entertainment industry.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:29 PM on April 15, 2008 | Permalink

Mikeschair and Kassi Konz
When: April 17th at 7pm
Where: The SYNC- 1201 Villa Place (Above the Edghill Studio Cafe, right off Music Row)
Admission: $5
Why: To support Love 146, an organization who is committed to protect, defend, restore, and empower those who face child sex slavery and exploitation.
www.love146.org

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:28 PM on April 15, 2008 | Permalink

Make Me a Star by music industry veteran, Anastasia Brown Tuesday, April 15th from 5pm-8pm CT at The Factory, Bldg.8 in Franklin, TN

Filled with invaluable advice from the industry's most successful artists such as Keith Urban, Reba McEntire and Kelly Clarkson, Brown has created the essential guide for effectively navigating a career in music. This event is a perfect opportunity for the scores of hopeful musicians in the Nashville area to get an insider's perspective into the business and Brown is eager to share the knowledge and experience she has acquired working with such legends as Miles Copeland, Peter Frampton and Sting. Every aspiring artist wishes they had a mentor to show them how to make it in the music business and Anastasia Brown has provided that resource with Make Me a Star.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:26 PM on April 15, 2008 | Permalink

Internships: If you are going to complete an internship SU08 or FA08 and you have all the prerequisites, you can go on Classfinder and register for the Internship as you would other classes. If it doesn't let you register, and you feel you have all the prerequisites, you will need to complete an Override Request, which is found on the door of the Office of Internships & Career Development. DO NOT BEGIN AN INTERNSHIP WITHOUT CONFIRMATION FROM THE COORDINATOR. CONFIRMATION WILL INCLUDE A SYLLABUS & THE AGREEMENT FORMS.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:25 PM on April 15, 2008 | Permalink

The 2008 LEADERSHIP MUSIC DIGITAL SUMMIT Presented in partnership with Belmont University's Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business in the Curb Event Center

Curb College majors are invited to participate in the Digital Summit at no charge. The full schedule of events for the day can be found at http://www.digitalsummit.org. If you want to attend any part of the day's events, register by signing up in the Dean's Office by April 18 at 4:00pm.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:47 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

On Thursday, April 17 from 6-8 p.m. students from our 3 Songwriting classes will be performing their songs in the Curb Cafe.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:46 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

12th and Porter, Tuesday, April 15 at 6:00pm, THIS IS AN 18+ EVENT!

RGK Entertainment Company is showcasing Steven Lee Olsen for Sony/BMG. This is a great opportunity for students to go see just how artists are pitched from management companies to record labels for the purpose of signing a recording contract. These events also attract other business within the music industry, such as PR firms, publishing companies, songwriters, and producers. For more information visit www.stevenleeolsen.com and www.rgkentertainment.com.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:45 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

Tuesday, April 8 from 5:30PM-7:00PM in the CEMB boardroom, Belmont University Songwriters Association (BUSA) is holding "Song Club." If you are a member of NSAI, come share your songs and receive critiques from fellow students.

Friday, April 11 from 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM in MBC 104, BUSA is holding Leadership Elections for the '08-'09 school year. For more information on the election process, please contact Laurianne Cates at catesl@mail.belmont.edu.

Friday, April 18 from 10:00AM - 10:50AM in MBC 104, BUSA presents Ralph Murphy. PG Convo credit.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:44 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

Student Leadership Council is now accepting nominations for Album of the Year Award. The award will be announced at the CEMB Award Show on April 24th. In order to qualify for this award, the album must have been released during the 2007-2008 school year or the summer prior. At least ¾ of the band must be Belmont students. Nominations must be e-mailed to slcnominations@gmail.com by April 10.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:43 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

Get a job at Belmont University's world-renowned recording studios!

Information Session: Wednesday, April 9, 2008 @ 10am, Center for Music Business Room B-25

Belmont Faculty and Professional Staff will be available to answer your questions. For more information please go to http://campus.belmont.edu/mb/studio/student_staff.htm.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:42 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

Priority Registration begins soon!
April 21st @ 7am-Seniors
April 22nd @ 7am - Juniors
April 23rd @ 7am - Sophomores
April 24th @ 7am - Freshmen

If you have not met with your advisor or Tina Dishman this semester, please do so ASAP to ensure your advisor hold is lifted!!

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:41 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

Are you interested in being a front of house or monitor engineer for the 2008-2009 Showcase Series? Applications are now available here. If you have any questions, please contact Tony Cottrill at cottrillt@mail.belmont.edu or x6614.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 01:38 PM on April 08, 2008 | Permalink

Saturday, April 5th, 7pm, CEC
Come see performances by:

Showcase Winners
Urban/Pop-Alvin Love
Christian-Jordan Kyle
Country-Shea Raye
Cover-Stephanie Lambring

ASCAP Writers' Night Winners
Joshua Eric Wright
Andrew Mallanik
Troy Akers
Matt Dragstrem
Greg Bates
Nathan Klages

Interested in being part of the Best of the Best Production Staff? Please contact Rachael Scott ASAP at scottrk@pop.belmont.edu. We are looking for willing individuals to help with load-in, day of show responsibilities, and load-out. There will be a Production Staff meeting Wednesday, April 2nd at 10:00 am in MBC 210.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 09:33 AM on March 31, 2008 | Permalink

Wednesday, April 2nd, 6:30pm, MPAC
Guests: 2008 CMT Music Awards USA Weekend Breakthrough Video of the Year Nominees Chuck Wicks and Luke Bryan

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 09:32 AM on March 31, 2008 | Permalink

Please call 460-6615 to schedule a meeting with your faculty advisor in the advising center (if you have not done so)! Take advantage of "early" academic advising...Don't wait till the rush begins!!

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 09:32 AM on March 31, 2008 | Permalink

Singer/songwriters
Hip hop artists
Instrumentalists

Each week the nightly winner will receive a $25.00 Gift Certificate to Sam Ash Music

First Place
$100.00 gift certificate to Sam Ash Music
Ipod from I-Repair.ca
A year long membership to the Nashville Songwriters Association
Rehearsal Time at Fish Tank Studios ($45.00 value)
CD Duplication from Audio Imaging
Cafe Coco gift certificate
A monthly booking "Back Stage" at Cafe Coco for the rest of 2008

Second Place
$75.00 Gift Certificate from Sam Ash Music
A year long membership to the Nashville Songwriters Association
Rehearsal Time at Fish Tank Studios ($45.00 value)
CD Duplication from Audio Imaging
Cafe Coco gift certificate
Two bookings on Cafe Coco's "Back Stage" for the 2008 year

Third Place
$50.00 in Sam Ash Gift Certificates
Cafe Coco gift certificates
One booking in the 2008 year on the "Back Stage"

Only $5 Entry Fee for Contestants
(individuals or duos only, no bands)

Enter at http://www.cafecoco.net/musicmakerscontest

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 10:06 AM on March 27, 2008 | Permalink

GMA Music Week Opportunities
• April 19-23 – Convention Center/Renaissance Hotel
• Volunteers – we still need lots of volunteers for the week! Volunteers can attend any aspect of the week when “off the clock.” Details and forms can be found here: http://www.gospelmusic.org/events/generic.aspx?aid=9&pid=159
• Bootcamps – These sessions are Saturday/Sunday only and are an “entry level” look at the week. Unbeatable networking and educational opportunities. Tracks for indie artists/songwriters, and those interested in artist and road management, concert promotion, and radio. Super student-friendly value at $215. http://www.gospelmusic.org/events/generic.aspx?aid=9&pid=140

Dove Awards & After Party
• April 23 – Grand Ole Opry House
• Volunteers – we need TONS of volunteers for this event and it will be a lot of fun! Details and forms can be found here: http://www.gospelmusic.org/events/generic.aspx?aid=9&pid=159
• Tickets – Students are of course welcome to buy tickets for the show and the after party, which will be great fun and a chance to mix and mingle with industry and artists. The show is being broadcast live this year on Gospel Music Channel. Here is the link and all the details for that: www.doveawards.com

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:04 PM on March 24, 2008 | Permalink

Students, Do you have a total of 64 semester hours or more and a GPA of 2.8? Do you know what the other PRE-requisites are for completing an Internship for credit? Did you know that it is illegal to intern without being paid or without receiving credit? To find out all that information and more, go to forum.belmont.edu/muzzbuzz; then click on Advising; then click on Internships.

This site will also have a list of companies who have confirmed that they will be attending the Internship Fair.

Be ready to dazzle the companies with your personality and charm!... as well as your skills and abilities, and don’t forget to bring Résumé's for the companies that you are interested in. Research the companies through Career Connector or on their website. It’s important that you know something about their company. It will make a difference.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:29 PM on March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Friday, March 21 (10 am-6 pm) at Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center

For information on audition process, click here

For Nashville Star press release, click here

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:25 PM on March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Submit a compact disc with your music and an application that can be downloaded at www.winchesterdogwoodfestival.com.
See below for more information.

Download file

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:11 PM on March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Wednesday, March 19, 7:30pm, Beaman A & B "Studio Classics Collection Experience with Eddie Kramer": Kramer has engineered recordings by Jimi Hendrix, The Beatles, Led Zepplin, Kiss and countless others. This event will focus on how Kramer has adapted the use of plug-in digital audio processors to his style of recording and mixing.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:09 PM on March 18, 2008 | Permalink

Congratulations to Nathan Klages, winner of the last ASCAP Writers' Night, and Stephanie Lambring, winner of the Cover Showcase! Nathan and Stephanie will be performing with the other showcase winners on April 5th in the Best of the Best showcase.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:08 PM on March 18, 2008 | Permalink

With all the catastrophes going on recently blood is in limited supply. Sign-up or stop by the Neely dining hall on Monday, March 31st and join Service Corps in helping out the American Red Cross by donating blood. Hours are 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and all Belmont students will receive community service convocation. Service Corps and the American Red Cross have sign-ups online at www.givelife.org to schedule an appointment. Use sponsor code Belmont19 and choose the Service Corps blood drive.Then register and sign-up for a time. Walk-in donor spaces will be very limited, so please take the time to sign-up today. If you have any questions, email Bobby Foglia at foglia@belmontservicecorps.org.

Posted by Suzanne Clement at 12:07 PM on March 18, 2008 | Permalink