NSAI - The Nashville Songwriters Association International
A Professional Organization for Songwriters & Composers*
ALL Skill Levels ALL Genres of Music ALL Ages
A Professional Organization for Songwriters & Composers*
ALL Skill Levels ALL Genres of Music ALL Ages
Welcome To The NSAI San Diego Chapter
Happy Holidays!
The Annual Holiday Open House Party was Sun., Dec. 10
(No Meeting in December)
Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018, 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
at Coordinators Tracey & Vance Marino's Home in Escondido
Free! For NSAI Members and Non-Members
Bring a guest!
Sandwiches, Snacks, Soft Drinks provided. BYOB.
Special Event
Ole Publishing Chapter Challenge
Sunday, April 15, 2018
What: Workshop Meeting for feedback on your song, instrumental, or lyrics
Works in progress are encouraged
Works in progress are encouraged
Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018 (3rd Sunday)
Time: 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Time: 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Meeting Room, La Jolla Lutheran Church, 7111 La Jolla Blvd., La Jolla 92037
Cost: $15 for non-members (after 2 free trial meetings). To join NSAI, click HERE
Free for current NSAI members
Free for current NSAI members
Website: www.NSAISanDiego.com
Bring: A recording of your song (CD, smartphone, flash drive) or send your mp3 to TVMarino@cox.net
And 12 copies of a 1-page, typed lyric sheet. Lyric Sheet Example HERE
Bring your guitar if playing live
*NEW! Instrumental Cue Composers: Bring 12 Feedback Sheets (Optional). Example HERE
*At the NSAI San Diego Chapter, we also focus on giving feedback to Instrumental Cue Composers
for Film, TV, Video Games, and Advertising Placements
And 12 copies of a 1-page, typed lyric sheet. Lyric Sheet Example HERE
Bring your guitar if playing live
*NEW! Instrumental Cue Composers: Bring 12 Feedback Sheets (Optional). Example HERE
*At the NSAI San Diego Chapter, we also focus on giving feedback to Instrumental Cue Composers
for Film, TV, Video Games, and Advertising Placements
Contact: Coordinators Tracey & Vance Marino
Email: tvmarino@cox.net
Email: tvmarino@cox.net
NOTE: Walk-in's are always welcome but RSVPs get priority. RSVP HERE
NSAI San Diego - Upcoming Meetings 2018
- SPECIAL MEETING Sunday, Apr. 15, 2018 (3rd Sunday), 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Current NSAI Members: Bring your BEST recorded, finished song for the Chapter Challenge.
Details coming soon!
- WORKSHOP MEETING Sunday, May 20, 2018 (3rd Sunday), 6 to 8:30 p.m.
With Pro Video & Song Feedback
- WORKSHOP MEETING Sunday, June 10, 2018 (2nd Sunday, due to Father's Day), 6 to 8:30 p.m.
With Pro Video & Song Feedback
Current NSAI Members: Bring your BEST recorded, finished song for the Chapter Challenge.
Details coming soon!
- WORKSHOP MEETING Sunday, May 20, 2018 (3rd Sunday), 6 to 8:30 p.m.
With Pro Video & Song Feedback
- WORKSHOP MEETING Sunday, June 10, 2018 (2nd Sunday, due to Father's Day), 6 to 8:30 p.m.
With Pro Video & Song Feedback
Why Attend A Workshop Meeting?
Feedback on your music can be valuable before you spend money on an expensive, polished recording.
Or, before you meet with a publisher or production music library to pitch your music.
Or, before you hand over your lyrics or tracks to your collaborator.
Or, before you put your songs "out there" on social media.
Or, before you attend an important music conference.
Or, before you send that mp3 to a Music Supervisor.
Or, before you perform your new song live.
Feedback is also helpful when you're trying to get your song or composition to the next level.
Remember that opinions expressed at the Workshop Meetings
and by the NSAI Pro Evaluators are just that: Opinions.
But, feedback can be useful when "fresh ears" hear your song for the first time.
Even full-time, professional composers and successful hit songwriters often seek feedback from
trusted sources before their music is ready to be presented to the world.
Or, before you meet with a publisher or production music library to pitch your music.
Or, before you hand over your lyrics or tracks to your collaborator.
Or, before you put your songs "out there" on social media.
Or, before you attend an important music conference.
Or, before you send that mp3 to a Music Supervisor.
Or, before you perform your new song live.
Feedback is also helpful when you're trying to get your song or composition to the next level.
Remember that opinions expressed at the Workshop Meetings
and by the NSAI Pro Evaluators are just that: Opinions.
But, feedback can be useful when "fresh ears" hear your song for the first time.
Even full-time, professional composers and successful hit songwriters often seek feedback from
trusted sources before their music is ready to be presented to the world.
Ole & NSAI Present the Chapter Challenge April 15, 2018
SPECIAL EVENT FOR CURRENT NSAI MEMBERS
Bring your BEST recorded, finished, polished song to the April 15 NSAI San Diego Meeting for a chance to win a
publishing deal with ole Publishers. Each Chapter will select a song to present to the
NSAI Listening Committee. The Committee will narrow down the submissions to submit to ole Publishing.
Please bring your current NSAI membership card or
proof on your phone (have your login information ready) for verification.
ONLY NSAI Members may Submit a Song AND Vote on the Song Submissions. No exceptions please.
Bring your BEST recorded, finished, polished song to the April 15 NSAI San Diego Meeting for a chance to win a
publishing deal with ole Publishers. Each Chapter will select a song to present to the
NSAI Listening Committee. The Committee will narrow down the submissions to submit to ole Publishing.
Please bring your current NSAI membership card or
proof on your phone (have your login information ready) for verification.
ONLY NSAI Members may Submit a Song AND Vote on the Song Submissions. No exceptions please.
Don't Miss Tin Pan South in April in Nashville
TIN PAN SOUTH SONGWRITING SEMINAR April 2-3, 2018 - Previously known as NSAI Spring Training. Not only has the event had a name change, but we've changed a few other things as well! Tin Pan South Songwriting Seminar (TPSSS) is the perfect event for songwriters of any genre and any skill level to further develop their songwriting skills. Walk away from the seminar with new knowledge, inspiration, and hopefully quite a few new co-writing friends! NSAI’s longest running event (over 20 years) sets the standard by which all other Nashville songwriting seminars are measured. Former Spring Training attendees include hit writers Jon Vezner (Where’ve You Been– Kathy Mattea), Tia Sillers (I Hope You Dance – LeAnne Womack), Barry Dean (Girls Chase Boys - Ingrid Michaelson, Pontoon – Little Big Town) and Lance Carpenter (Love Me Like You Mean It – Kelsea Ballerini). For more information and to Register, click HERE
Important Music Industry Events (Los Angeles Area)
One of the "secrets to success" in the music industry is finding about -- and going to -- events where the people you want to meet will be. Want to get to know your PRO Rep from SESAC, BMI, or ASCAP? Looking for a music publisher? Need a serious, professional collaborator, singer, producer, composer? Here are some important, reputable, high-level music organizations that hold events for songwriters and composers.
Click on the event logo for more information. Some of these organizations also have a Chapter in New York and Nashville. In most cases, you do not have to be a member of the organization to attend their special events, conferences, and monthly meetings. However, most require that you create a free account or contact them to be placed on their email list. Many of these organizations also work with NSAI going to Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., to fight for songwriters' and composers' rights. For Nashville events, click HERE
Click on the event logo for more information. Some of these organizations also have a Chapter in New York and Nashville. In most cases, you do not have to be a member of the organization to attend their special events, conferences, and monthly meetings. However, most require that you create a free account or contact them to be placed on their email list. Many of these organizations also work with NSAI going to Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., to fight for songwriters' and composers' rights. For Nashville events, click HERE
AIMP - Association of Independent Music Publishers. The monthly lunch meetings at Lawry's in Beverly Hills are open to all.
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PMA - Production Music Association. Their Annual PMC (Production Music Conference) in the Fall is open to all.
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GMS - Guild of Music Supervisors. Annual Conference in Hollywood in the Fall is open to all.
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CCC - California Copyright Conference holds monthly dinner meetings in Studio City that are open to all.
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ASMAC - American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers. They host a monthly meetings in Hollywood open to all.
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The SCL - The Society of Composers and Songwriters is usually for members only and invited guests. They host workshops, film screenings, and networking events.
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The Grammy Museum is open to all. However, members are invited to special concerts in the Clive Davis Theater featuring Hit Songwriters and Artists.
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The Recording Academy (aka "NARAS" or "Grammy Pro") is only open to members (singers, songwriters, engineers, producers, etc.), but occasionally there are events open to all.
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Music Connection is not an organization but a monthly magazine that lists music industry events and opportunities. Sign up to be on their free email list.
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There are many more events closer to home in California, Hawaii, Colorado, and other parts of the West Coast.
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Attend NSAI Meetings in Other Cities and Countries
NSAI has over 130 regional Chapters around the world, and when you're a member of NSAI, you can attend a regular meeting at any Chapter for FREE (remember to bring your membership card). Check out the NSAI Los Angeles/Pasadena Chapter and the Malibu Chapter. To find Chapters in other states or countries, click HERE
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WHY JOIN NSAI? NSAI is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to songwriting! Membership benefits include FREE monthly meetings, song evaluations, networking with industry guests like hit songwriters, publishers, music supervisors; singer-songwriter showcases; discounts to events; and more. Find out more about NSAI by clicking HERE.
NSAI MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS: Membership also includes resources on the NSAI Nashville website like 12 online song evaluations, member forums, and access to pro teacher videos. Plus, check out NSAI Nashville special events like Song Camp and Tin Pan South. Last, you'll be a part of an organization doing its best to fight for songwriters' rights and to preserve and protect the future of songwriting as a craft. HISTORY OF NSAI: In 1967 there were approximately 80 songwriters in Nashville, Tennessee. Eddie Miller, who wrote the classic song “Please Release Me, Let Me Go,” was determined that they needed a “voice”. Over lunch, he, Buddy Mize and Bill Brock envisioned the Nashville Songwriters Association. The first organizational meeting was held at the Old Professional's Club on Music Row. Forty-one songwriters were founding members of the organization including Kris Kristofferson, Marijohn Wilkin, Jerry Chestnut, Danny Dill, Liz and Casey Anderson, Felice and Boudleaux Bryant, and Ted Harris. THE BLUEBIRD CAFE: NSAI in Nashville owns and operates the world-famous Bluebird Cafe, featured on the ABC TV show "Nashville." Many songwriters like Kathy Mattea, Keith Urban, Garth Brooks, and Taylor Swift got their start at the Bluebird or through NSAI. For more information about the Bluebird, click HERE. |
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