Song Writing Convention
In association with Avalon Guitars
Wed 18 - Sat 21 February 2009
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Tickets
Individual tickets £5/£3 concession & £50 ticket for full Song Writing Convention plus two main concerts: Fri 20th Feb Josh Rouse, Eilidh Patterson & Catie Curtis in May St Church & Sun 22nd 5th Birthday Concert in Madisons Hotel
Call Belfast Welcome Centre To Book Call: (+44) 28 90 246609 Donegall Place near Belfast City Hall.
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Wed 18th Feb
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4pm-5pm “Right Here Right Now".
A Songwriters Guide to Copyright” Stuart Fleming PRS Madisons Hotel Basement, 59 Botanic Avenue, Belfast
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4pm-5pm Catie Curtis (USA) On Song Writing Inst of Contemporary Music
2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, Belfast, Opposite Madisons £5/£3 concession
Catie has created a dedicated following that has grown steadily over the course of her 15-year career. With 9 albums and recognition that includes a 2006 International Songwriting Competition Grand Prize. www.catiecurtis.com
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5.15pm-6.15pm “Income Streams for Songwriters”
Simon Aldridge BMI London (Broadcast Media Inc) Dukes Hotel 65 University Street, Belfast £5/£3 concession
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5.30pm-6.30pm “Life On The Road” Phil Kaufman.
Road Mangler Deluxe to The Rolling Stones, Frank Zappa, Nanci Griffith, Emmylou Harris, Joe Cocker, Gram Parsons. This will be a unique opportunity to hear great stories and ask Phil questions about his life on the road. Phil is also the proud author of the book "Road Mangler Deluxe"
Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, opposite Madisons £5/£3concession www.phkauf.com
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7pm-8pm Dana Cooper (USA) & Benita Hill (USA) on Song Writing.
Dana’s highly original lyrics, skilful guitar work and evocative vocals have earned him a devoted following with fans and critics alike. Artists including Maura O’Connell and Jonell Mosser have recorded his songs. Benita Hill (USA) is the writer of three multi-platinum songs for Garth Brooks Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, opposite Madisons Hotel £5/£3 concession. www.benitahill.com www.danacoopermusic.com
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Thurs 19th Feb
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4pm-5pm Music Industry Panel Discussion
Stuart Fleming PRS for Music, Simon Aldridge BMI, Benita Hill, songwriter (USA)
Madisons Hotel Basement, 59 Botanic Avenue, Belfast
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4pm-5pm Tift Merritt (USA) on Song Writing Inst of Contemporary Music
2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, opposite Madisons £5/£3 concession
Grammy-nominated Tift was raised in North Carolina. With her delicate, honeyed voice and thoughtfully crafted lyrics she has recorded five albums including Another Country in 2008. Her songs are a subtle synthesis of Nashville influences with artful shades of folk, rock, blues and soul. www.tiftmerritt.com
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5.15pm-6.15pm Tia Sillers & Mark Selby (USA) on Song Writing
Dukes Hotel 65 University Street, Belfast £5/£3 concession
The multi-platinum #1 song ‘I Hope You Dance’ earned Tia Sillers the 2000 CMA Song of the Year and numerous other awards. With Mark Selby, she received a Grammy multi-million mega hit ‘There’s Your Trouble’ see youtube. A virtuoso guitarist and dynamic live performer, Mark Selby has written more than 40 hits including 4 #1 songs. With Tia Sillers he co-wrote the song ‘Blue On Black’ which held the #1 Billboard Chart position for 17 weeks making it the longest #1 song in rock chart history. www.markselby.com
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5.30pm-6.30pm “How To Work With The Media”
Jonny Tiernan Publisher of AU Magazine, Damien Murray U105 & Belfast Telegraph & Stuart Bailie of the excellent Oh Yeah Centre Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, Belfast, opposite Madisons £5/£3 concession
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7pm-8pm “Producing in the Studio” Pat McInerney & Thomm Jutz (USA).
Producer/engineer/guitarist/songwriter, Thomm splits his time between his busy Nashville recording studio, and regular tours as guitarist for Nanci Griffith. Pat McInerney; drummer, percussionist, songwriter and for many years has toured as part of Nanci Griffith’s Blue Moon Orchestra. They have just finished producing Nanci’s latest CD Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, Belfast opposite Madisons £5/£3 concession
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Fri 20th Feb
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3pm-4pm “Write It Down, Then Write It UP” Steve Harley.
Best known for his work with '70s band Cockney Rebel and his multi-million selling hit ‘Make Me Smile’ Come Up and See Me). Other classic Harley recordings include Sebastian, Judy Teen, Mr Soft. www.steveharley.com
Madisons Hotel Basement, 59 Botanic Avenue, Belfast £5/£3 concession
To Book Call: (+44) 28 90 246609
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4pm-5pm "This Is How You Make a G Chord" Josh Rouse (USA).
Roots pop singer/songwriter Josh Rouse wrote his first song at 18 and has to date released seven albums. His music exhibits folk-pop intimacy and soulful vulnerability. www.joshrouse.com Dukes Hotel 65 University Street, £5/£3 concession
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4pm-5pm “Home Recording” Paul Casey.
Having recorded most of his own tracks at home, this seminar will guide you through the benefits of do-it-yourself recording. Paul displays an exceptional command of slide guitar and a unique flair for penning striking tunes. His songwriting, guitar playing and distinctive voice are causing quite a stir both sides of the Atlantic. www.paulcaseymusic.com Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, opposite Madisons £5/£3 concession
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Sat 21st Feb
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11am-12noon “Indy Touring & Building an International Network” Brett Perkins (SWE)
Performing songwriter Brett Perkins divides his living and touring between Europe and the US. With multiple album releases he has toured in over 33 countries so far. www.brettperkinspresents.com Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, Opposite Madisons Hotel £5/£3 concession
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11am-12noon Buddy Mondlock (USA).
Based in Nashville, Buddy’s songs have been recorded by many well know artists including Nanci Griffiths, Janis Ian, Guy Clark and Garth Brooks. www.buddymondlock.com Madisons Hotel Basement, 59 Botanic Avenue, Belfast £5/£3 concession
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12.30pm-1.30pm "Mummy, where do songs come from?" Thea Gilmore.
Internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter along with Producer, Nigel Stonier, himself a writer and co-writer of chart records explore the birth of song from an idea through to a fully formed gem. From Oxford Thea made her debut in 2001. Widely recognised for her talents as a lyricist and musician she is according to Mojo Magazine “the most coherent and literate of singer-songwriters” www.theagilmore.net Madisons Hotel Basement, 59 Botanic Avenue, Belfast £5/£3 concession
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12.30pm-1.30pm Drumming Workshop, Different Drums of Ireland
They bring together the indigenous drums of Ireland, the Lambeg & Bodhran and drums from around the world. www.differentdrums.info Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, opposite Madisons £5/£3 concession
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2pm-3pm “Playing Live” Paul Charles ASGARD UK.
Co-owner of the world famous promotion agency ASGARD, Paul has worked with them all. From The Kinks & Procul Harum to Jackson Brown, Paul Brady and his own band Fruupp. The seminar covers topics such as how to put an act on the road and how to keep it there. We'll look at the short-cuts to the top and discuss the people you'll need to make up your team and what you'll be expected to pay them. There'll be a few tales about the trials and tribulations of those who have gone before you. We'll conclude with a Q & A session in the hope of addressing topics of concern or interest. Paul’s book The Complete Guide to Playing Live is a must for all gigging musicians. Inst of Contemporary Music 2nd Floor, 2 Cromwell Road, opposite Madisons £5/£3 concession
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We have also organised three other seminars for children at different Belfast primary school
Tickets
Individual tickets £5/£3 concession & £50 ticket for full Song Writing Convention plus two main concerts:
Fri 20th Feb Josh Rouse, Eilidh Patterson & Catie Curtis May St Church & Sun 22nd 5th Birthday Concert in Madisons Hotel
Call Belfast Welcome Centre To Book Call: (+44) 28 90 246609 Donegall Place near Belfast City Hall.
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Song Writing Convention 2009 
