Category Archives: Announcements

Advising, Announcements

Interested in A&R? New class offering spring 2012!

Students interested in exploring careers in Artists & Repertoire (A&R) will have a new opportunity this spring via an A&R Practicum (MBU 3990.8).  Led by Tom Willett, former Head of A&R (Word/A&M Records, LA) and VP Marketing (Word/Sony, NYC), the course will focus on the discovery and development of Belmont talent. Students exploring online record label operations will continue to have an opportunity to develop … Continue reading Interested in A&R? New class offering spring 2012! »

Advising, Announcements

New Course for the spring on Bob Dylan

(For Music Business & Songwriting Students) Announcing a new one-hour Course Offered for the first time at Belmont this Spring: Bob Dylan: His Songs, Prophetic Voice & Influence on American Music and Culture Tuesdays 5:00pm-5:50pm Prof. Mark H. Maxwell CRN 28614 (**Listed on ClassFinder this Friday**) Course Description: The course is an in-depth study of Bob Dylan’s influential songwriting, ground-breaking studio recordings and legendary live … Continue reading New Course for the spring on Bob Dylan »

Announcements

Life of a Photojournalist – Convo credit

Thursday, November 3, 2011 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Beaman Meeting Rooms A&B Frederick Breedon IV is a nationally known and highly respected photojournalist. Based in Nashville, Tennessee since 1996 his work has focused primarily on professional sports and live music. Frederick’s photographic contributions to syndicated wire agencies such as the Associated Press and Getty Images have additionally allowed his images to be used by … Continue reading Life of a Photojournalist – Convo credit »

Announcements

How to Make Money as a DIY Music Artist: 4 Steps to Converting Fan Attention Into Sales

Do you ever get frustrated when all those Facebook fan page “likes,” Twitter followers, web site visitors, and mailing list subscribers don’t lead to the music and merch sales you expect? Why do some artists sell a lot and get big crowds at their shows, while most DIY artists struggle to get noticed? Attend this fast-paced workshop and you’ll walk away with a four-point plan … Continue reading How to Make Money as a DIY Music Artist: 4 Steps to Converting Fan Attention Into Sales »

Announcements, Industry Opportunities

SOLID JOB SHADOW DAY

Want to live a day in the life of someone already in the music industry? Okay, maybe not a day, but how about a few valuable hours? On November 11th SOLID is inviting students from the Nashville area to spend a portion of their day learning about what we actually do in the industry. This is a great opportunity to get your questions answered, do … Continue reading SOLID JOB SHADOW DAY »

Announcements, Industry Opportunities

Mercy Ministries in need of Audio Engineer for radio show

Mercy Ministries is in need of an Audio Engineer position for their Radio show this Sunday. They are looking to bring someone into this position on a regular, weekly schedule (every Sunday for 2-3 hours) in the future. ·        Conduct board operations for live on-air broadcast ·        Monitor any equipment necessary for live broadcasts including ISDN, T1, IP Network, and processing ·        Collaborate closely with … Continue reading Mercy Ministries in need of Audio Engineer for radio show »

Announcements, Industry Opportunities

EMI Music/Capitol Records Brand Ambassador

We are currently trying to recruit college Brand Ambassadors for our artist roster at EMI Music/Capitol Records. The position would require students to promote our artists on campus through postering/flyering, hosting album release parties, and giving away swag at shows and events. Although not paid, the position will provide all Ambassadors with great incentives such as concert tickets, CDs, gift cards, and artist meet and … Continue reading EMI Music/Capitol Records Brand Ambassador »

Announcements, Industry Opportunities

New Zealand band looking for volunteers

Double GMA Immerse winners, the Esther Melody Band are looking for help with their world musical domination plans! Check out audio and video samples at www.facebook.com/esthermelodyband If you think helping the band to; fulfill their vision to ‘unite a generation in song with Jesus Christ and his Church through a lifetime of adventure in support of World literacy and spiritual freed’, get back to the … Continue reading New Zealand band looking for volunteers »

Announcements, Industry Opportunities

Volunteers needed for Gibson Rally

Looking for someone to help in office (in Madison) from now until event day with scheduling musicians, speakers, and vender booth registration for .  This event is scheduled for Oct 8th @ the Scoreboard across from Opryland.  Check the website (http://gibsonrally.blogspot.com/) for complete info.  On event day two volunteers are needed for stage managers – speaker line up and keeping them on a tight time … Continue reading Volunteers needed for Gibson Rally »