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Recording Academy to Honor DC Heroes
The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (NARAS), known internationally as the producers of the Grammy Awards, will present its 2nd Annual Washington, DC Chapter Heroes Awards on April 23 at the Willard Inter-Continental Hotel in Northwest DC. The event recognizes outstanding individuals and institutions in the DC region that have improved the environment for the creative…
From News, posted 4.08.02
Composer Chuck Lee Named BMI/Jerry Goldsmith Film Scoring Scholar
Chuck Lee has been named the BMI/Jerry Goldsmith Film Scoring Scholarship recipient at UCLA Extension, it was jointly announced by BMI's Doreen Ringer Ross, Vice President, Film/TV Relations and UCLA Extension's Jane Kagon, Interim Director, Entertainment Studies and Performing Arts Department. Lee is a Nashville-based composer who has been commuting to classes at UCLA Extension for the past three years.
From News, posted 10.01.01
Cancer Research Building Dedicated in Honor of BMI President Frances Williams Preston
In ceremonies on June 20, Vanderbilt University Chancellor Gordon Gee dedicated the Frances Williams Preston Building in honor of the music industry leader's support of cancer research and the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center.The newly expanded building provides Vanderbilt-Ingram with a marquee entrance for its research and clinical activities, consolidates its leadership, and allows expansion in the coming months…
From News, posted 6.21.01
Charlie Daniels Stands the Test of time
"When it gets right down to the nitty gritty, I've just tried to be who I am," Charlie Daniels once said. "I've never followed trends or fads. I couldn't even if I tried. I can't be them; I can't be anybody but me." Staunchly following his muse resulted in numerous hit albums and singles for Daniels in the 1970s and '80s. He will probably…
From MusicWorld, posted 9.30.00
Wayne Kirkpatrick Speaks for Himself
You may not realize it, but you know the music of Wayne Kirkpatrick. One of Music City's most prolific and respected songwriters, he's the writer behind such much-loved songs as Amy Grant's "Every Heartbeat," "Good For Me" and "Takes A Little Time," Michael W. Smith's "Place In This World" and "Somebody Love Me," along with the 1997 mega-hit, Grammy-winning "Change The World," recorded by…
From MusicWorld, posted 8.31.00
Gill Makes Emotional Statement with
Country music has no more passionate singer and songwriter than Vince Gill. From "I Still Believe in You" to "Go Rest High on That Mountain" and "The Key to Life," Gill has found inspiration in his emotions and in his heart. The songs on his latest effort, Let's Make Sure We Kiss Goodbye, are no exception. Released in April,…
From MusicWorld, posted 7.31.00
NSAI Songwriters Honor Their Own
BMI songwriters Vince Gill, Steven Curtis Chapman, Tom Shapiro and the songwriting team of Marv Green, Chris Lindsey and Aimee Mayo were among the top winners at the Nashville Songwriters Association International's (NSAI) 33rd Annual Songwriter Achievement Awards (6/27), held at Cheekwood Botanical Gardens in Nashville.
From News, posted 6.28.00
Wayne Kirkpatrick Celebrates Debut Album at BMI
Grammy- and Dove-winning songwriter Wayne Kirkpatrick held center stage at a reception (6/1) hosted by BMI Nashville to celebrate the release of his debut album, The Maple Room, on Rocketown Records. Produced by Kirkpatrick as well, The Maple Room draws from his experience and widespread success in the pop, country and Christian music markets; Kirkpatrick was joined on the…
From News, posted 6.05.00
‘Angel’ Touches Down in Music City
BMI Nashville warmly welcomed Martha Williamson, Creator and Co-Executive Producer of the CBS Television Series Touched By Angel, to town (5/23) with a reception for friends and colleagues. Williamson, in Nashville on a book tour promoting Inviting God To Your Wedding, was honored for her contributions in showcasing Nashville music and artists on her television series and soundtrack albums. The series, now in its sixth season, has been honored with…
From News, posted 5.29.00
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