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New York Composers Meetup with Jimmy Webb

Nov 2008 12
Wed 7:30 PM
Location
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Estimated attendance
 43  people attended.
5.00 5.0016

Who organized?
Preston

Price

$15.00 per person

Hi everyone,

Opportunity knocks! Jimmy Webb will be our special guest for our next New York Composers Meetup on Wednesday, November 12 at 7:30 PM at the Cell Theater in NYC, sponsored by the New York Art Ensemble and Sam Ash Music.

In this seminar about his music, the music business, and all things musical that you would like to ask, Jimmy Webb will have answers.

Whether you're into pop, rock, jazz, classical, Broadway, cabaret, or whatever, the art of the song remains one of the most challenging and rewarding pursuits for composers and lyricists.

I don’t care what genre/style you are into, there is always something to learn from an established master of song writing. So, I hope you will take advantage of this one-time opportunity to ask questions and get answers from Jimmy Webb.

Also, several of you from our last meetup recommended Jimmy’s book Tunesmith—Inside the Art of Songwriting (Hyperian Press, 1998). I couldn’t agree more. If you get a chance to buy and read this book before the seminar, it will definitely be worth it—a treasure trove of information. It should be part of any serious composer’s library.

Speaking of worth it, the meetup fee for this special event will be $15 for NY Composer members, and $20 for non-members. We’ll be at the Cell Theater, which costs more, and we’ll be paying Mr. Webb along with other expenses.

Non-members will be admitted on a first come, first served basis.

Finally, a special thank you to Michael Metassi for being the point man on this meetup and working out the details with Mr. Webb, Sam Ash Music, et al. Great job, Michael!

As usual, during the meetup feel free to have wine and munchies. If you want beer, it is BYO. (I can only carry so much stuff! ; )

Location:
The Cell Theater is a small but beautiful theater/art gallery/concert space located in Chelsea on West 23rd Street between 8th & 9th Avenue. The space seats about 50 people. That means seating is limited! Make sure you respond ASAP!
(This will be our last Meetup for 2008. Our next Meetup will be in January, 09.)

Looking forward to seeing everyone again.
All best,

Preston

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Who attended?

  • 43 attendees
    • “ Great info, Great Locale, Great people... ”
    • “ The value and impact of this event was off the chart. Jimmy was so forthcoming, performing, sharing insights (and stories!) and answers to questions--a meetup I will never forget. ”
    • “ This being my first time attending the New York Composer's Meetup, I have to say I was impressed. The atmosphere was relaxed and professional. Well Done. ”
    • “ A wonderful experience to meet this great song writer. ”
    • “ Absolutely BRILLIANT! Learned tons and was inspired even more. The entire event was seamless Cheers! ”
    • Michael M (+1 guest)
      “ I said this about the last meetup, but this one was the best!! How else to compare having Jimmy Webb there - in person, playing his songs, sharing his musings! Hard to get better than that! Thanks Preston for all your help getting it together Who knows, maybe next year we'll have Jimmy back!! ”
    • “ Awesome! Great venue. Great guest. Informative. Provocative. Entertaining. It was great to be able to meet a musical giant and ask him questions. ”
    • “ I thought that Mr. Webb was terrific. He had a great balance of performances, humorous anecdotes, music business information, and songwriting insight. The space was just the right size, intimate but not crowded. The Q&A was very good, with a wide range of topics, and Mr. Webb gave candid and interesting answers. I was impressed with what a scholar he is - knowledgeable about not only the art of songwriting, but its craft, history, and place within society and business. ”
    • “ Thanks Preston. This was a great meetup. It was amazing to have a living legend share his music and his stories about the music business. His singing and piano playing were great. It was nice to hear some of those songs again. As always, I look forward to the next one. It's always a great experience. Thanks again. Russell ”
    • “ knew many of your songs, now have a face to remember with them. Really appreciated your thoughts about the origins of a song. I think most good songwriters receive their best material from a higher source be it in dreams or semi-consciousness. Good luck to you and your sons. ”
    • rich (+1 guest)
    • Lqrose (+1 guest)
    • jordon rothstein (+1 guest)

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