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the AMP— POSTED Issue 59

Author

PAUL SAUNDERS
November 30, 2024

"At the risk of sounding hopelessly romantic, love is the key element. I really love to play with different musicians who come from different cultural backgrounds."
—  John McLaughlin

Here's the list of posts in your New Music Lives™ Facebook .ComUnity this week.

• Oy! Come on… from MSNBC.com— Trump-backed guitars reportedly spark cease-and-desist letter Donald Trump’s endorsed guitars look awfully similar to Gibson Les Paul guitars. This apparently wasn't lost on the company’s lawyers.

• Why Pre-Production Still Matters from bmi.com— In the music Biz, pre-production refers to the planning and preparation phase before recording begins. It wasn’t all that long ago that if you wanted to… 

• Paul Simon's Monologue Worries from SNL on YouTube.com— Host Paul Simon comes out to sing Still Crazy After All These Years while wearing a turkey costume, but stops when he realizes how ridiculous he looks. 

Giving and getting are like a dance— one leads, the other follows. Inseperable…

….and together, they create something beautiful. A one-way street isn’t much of a journey, but when we graciously give and joyfully get, we keep life flowing in appreciation, connection and gratitude.

So, this season, let’s celebrate both: the givers who pour out and the getters who fill up. Open your heart to both, and watch the magic happen.

Here’s to the balance of Giving and Getting— a complete full-circle kind of gratitude.

in partnership with Ian Temple and Soundfly

Ian Temple is the visionary CEO and Founder of Soundfly, a revolutionary platform dedicated to transforming the way musicians learn and grow. With a deep passion for music and education, Ian has crafted a career that blends creativity with innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of traditional music education. His background as a musician and educator has fueled his drive to create a more accessible, engaging, and effective learning environment for musicians worldwide.

Ian's journey began with a profound love for music, leading him to perform, compose, and teach. He recognized the limitations of conventional music education and sought to develop a solution that would empower musicians to learn at their own pace and on their own terms. This vision culminated in the founding of Soundfly, where he applies his extensive experience to lead a team of passionate educators, technologists, and musicians. Ian's leadership is characterized by a commitment to innovation, a deep understanding of the musician's journey, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Soundfly is a pioneering online music education platform designed to inspire and empower musicians at all levels. Soundfly offers a unique and engaging approach to learning music, combining high-quality instructional content with personalized mentorship and a supportive community.

Soundfly's courses cover a wide range of topics, from music theory and composition to production and performance. Each course is crafted by experienced musicians and educators, ensuring that learners receive practical, real-world insights and skills. The platform's innovative approach allows users to learn at their own pace, with flexible scheduling and tailored content that meets their individual needs and goals.

At the heart of Soundfly's offerings is its mentorship program, where learners can receive one-on-one guidance from professional musicians. This personalized support helps learners overcome challenges, stay motivated, and achieve their musical aspirations. Additionally, Soundfly fosters a vibrant community of learners and instructors, providing a space for collaboration, feedback, and growth.

Soundfly's mission is to make music education more accessible, enjoyable, and effective. Whether you're a beginner looking to pick up a new instrument or an experienced musician seeking to refine your craft, Soundfly provides the tools, resources, and support needed to succeed. Join the Soundfly community today and take your musical journey to new heights. Tap the link to learn more about Soundfly.

... and here's the more...

• from NML.comUnity Member Alan Garmonsway There are a few Christmas Songs appearing, so thought you might be interested in the story of mine for this year… 

• CMA Awards 2024: See the full list of winners from cnn.com— The 58th annual CMA Awards took place on Wednesday night (November 20th) from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena.

• How One Chord Helped the Kinks Change Rock and Roll Forever from americansongwriter.com— The Kinks changed rock music forever with the use of one particular type of chord on their 1964 hit, You Really Got Me.

• To Teach or Not To Teach— Shelly Peiken from shellypeiken.com— It’s my last week of teaching my college Pop Songwriting Workshop. I want to get back to writing more songs of my own. Songwriting is like cardio is for the physical body. We release endorphins when we’re in the process of creating. It puts us in a trance. Makes us so damn high….

• Film & TV Songwriting: from robinfrederick.com— Ingrid Michaelson has had over 90 original songs used in dozens of TV shows, films, trailers, and commercials, most them placed multiple times. And that’s excluding performances on competition shows—I’m just talking about episodic TV series, movies, and national commercials....

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