Singer-songwriter, drummer, composer and producer are just a few of Phil Collins’ amazing career titles. Best known for his work as drummer and vocalist for the British rock group Genesis and as a solo artist, Phil Collins has created some of Popular Music’s greatest hits, including “In the Air Tonight,” “Against All Odds” and “Another Day In Paradise,” and such energetic hits as “Sussudio,” “You Can’t Hurry Love” and “Two Hearts.” He has written songs for the Disney films Tarzan and Brother Bear, and “You’ll Be In My Heart” from Tarzan won a Golden Globe Award for “Best Song Written For A Film.” The song went on to win both an Oscar and a Grammy.

“Phil has churned out a massive stream of classic songs that have resonated with audiences around the globe in a career that has won him admiration beyond cultural and linguistic boundaries,” commented Chairman/CEO Hal David. “In our professional community, he is among the most respected musical creators of our generation.” The Johnny Mercer Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Songwriters Hall of Fame, is exclusively reserved for a songwriter who has already been inducted in a prior year, and whose body of work is of such high quality and impact, that it upholds the gold standard set by the legendary Johnny Mercer.

Also a studio producer, Collins has worked with Adam Ant, Earth, Wind & Fire’s Phil Bailey, John Martyn and Eric Clapton- to name a few.  Notably, he was Robert Plant’s drummer of choice for his first two solo albums, and he played with the Led Zeppelin front man on his first solo tour.  In March 2010, Genesis will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame.  Collins is currently adding the finishing touches to a new album for release in September 2010.

During his early career, Collins co-founded the jazz-fusion band “Brand X,” inspired by his love of jazz.  In recent years, he formed his own “Big Band,” with the first tour featuring Tony Bennett and Quincy Jones and the second with Oleta Adams and Gerald Albright as guests.  Collins also took on acting, starting with the roll of Artful Dodger in Oliver, as well as made cameos in the Beatles A Hard Days Night and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.  Since then he has made several appearances in various films ranging from Hook to The Who’s rock opera Tommy.

Past Johnny Mercer Award recipients have included songwriting giants: Holland-Dozier-Holland, Paul Anka, Dolly Parton, Kris Kristofferson, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Carole King, Billy Joel, Jimmy Webb, Hal David, Burt Bacharach, Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller, Paul Simon, Alan and Marilyn Bergman, Stephen Sondheim, Cy Coleman, Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne.

Inductees at this year’s event include Leonard Cohen, Jackie DeShannon, David Foster, Johnny Mandel and Earth, Wind & Fire’s Maurice White, Philip Bailey, Verdine White, Larry Dunn and Al McKay.

Ticket Information:
Tickets for the Songwriters Hall of Fame event begin at $1000 each, and are available through Buckley Hall Events, (212) 573-6933. Net proceeds from the event will go towards the Songwriters Hall of Fame programs.

CONTACT:
Fran Curtis
Rogers & Cowan
212-445-8423
fcurtis@rogersandcowan.com

Lauren Wilsman
Rogers & Cowan
212-445-8486
lwilsman@rogersandcowan.com

Tuesday, April 13, 2010
8:00 p.m.

Broadway Theatre
1681 Broadway
New York, NY

There is a very special evening on tap: in support of the ASCAP Legislative Fund for the Arts, make plans to attend the exciting revival of the classic musical:
“Promises, Promises.”
Meet and Greet the show’s lyricist, SongHall Chairman/CEO Hal David, and members of the cast at a post-performance reception at a nearby restaurant.
Call now to reserve your seats!
Prime orchestra seats: $250 per person. Tickets are on a first come, first serve basis with limited seating - please reserve early!
To purchase: e-mail Adrian Ross at aross@ascap.com or call 212-621-6177. 

Moderator Allison Hagendorf of FUSE TV will guide the conversation with producers Ben Phillips, Kato Khandwala, Carl Sturken, and Evan Rogers, while Morningwood, Taylor Momsen and Shontelle will perform.
More info here: http://www.bmi.com/news/entry/546834

Caption:  (L-R) Raquel Rodriquez, Betsy Milcarek, Gabriella Caspi, Zach Adam, Beth Alson, Cherry Lane’s Richard Stumpf, Michael Varela, Jennifer Logue, Marcela Poveda, Christy Thompson

If you prefer, Music Dispatch has phone order support, and their toll-free number is (800) 637-2852. Simply mention the same HOF ad code to the phone salesperson to get the promotional offer.

This special songbook, along with your purchase of any of the other featured inductee songbooks within the Songwriters Hall of Fame pages at Music Dispatch makes a wonderful gift for anyone from budding young musicians to professionals, and portions of the proceeds will result in direct financial support for the Hall of Fame, permitting us to continue our many educational activities. 

Our Spring Writers Workshop session begins April 28th and is now accepting submissions for review. Click here to apply! 

(Front Row: l-r) Jennifer Logue, Betsy Milcarek, Beth Alson, Marcela Poveda, Steffi Pacson
(Back Row: l-r) Christy Thompson, Ari Martin of Nettwork Mgmt., Gabriella Caspi, Abby Bernstein, Zach Adam, Raquel Rodriguez, Michael Varela

DATES: April 14, 15, 26, 27, 28, and 29th, 2010
TIME: All sessions begin at 7PM sharp
LOCATION: ASCAP Building (Broadway between 63rd and 64th Streets) in New York

More info here: http://www.ascap.com/about/workshops.html#disneyny

Download Application (pdf)

Workshop Goal: To strengthen the songwriting skill set and bring the emerging writer closer to the music industry through workshop sessions with hit songwriters and industry professionals in publishing, music licensing and A&R.

Each participant will have been selected for this workshop on the basis of two songs submitted. These songs will be played and evaluated by the workshop in preparation for our guests who will listen and review. Along the way all will gain the insights of the songwriters and industry professionals. There will be a Q&A period with each guest. Participants will be expected to begin working on a new song that will be shared with the workshop in its development to be completed and performed during our 8th session. These songs may be co-written and workshop participants collaborating together is encouraged.

Industry Guests will be announced in advance of the first session.

Peter Bliss - SongHall Activities Coordinator / Songwriter (Barbra Streisand, NYSNC, Jennifer Love Hewitt) will guide the workshop.

PRE-REGISTRATION: Please attach and email two (2) of your original song mp3s with accompanying lyric sheets to Peter Bliss at: pbliss@songhall.org.  Songs may have been co-written. They will be reviewed by the SongHall and you will be contacted regarding your acceptance into this workshop. The level of production is not as important a factor as the song itself though the recording quality should be clear with a vocal and lyric that is well presented. These songs will be played in the workshop for our guests.

FEE: $300.00 Only after you have received confirmation from the SongHall that you have been accepted into the workshop - your check should be mailed with the completed upper portion of the application to the address given. If you are not currently a member of SHOF, an additional dues check and a completed membership application are required, as this workshop is open to members only. You can also make your membership payment only via PayPal here. Please make your checks or money orders payable to Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Class size is limited, so early registration is always encouraged.

If you have questions regarding this course, or other SongHall workshops or showcases, please email:  pbliss@songhall.org

Save money by registering now! Registration for the 2010 ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO is open. The current registration pricing (Discount Pricing) is just $300 for SongHall members, or $275 for our members who are also members of ASCAP. That’s $175 off the on-site price! Don’t miss your chance to take advantage of this low rate.

If you have lyrics in your head, melodies in your heart and rhythm in your soul, then music is your life. But before you can make it a career, you need to master your craft. The ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO puts you face to face with some of the world’s most successful songwriters, composers and producers, all who willingly share their knowledge and expertise and give you the know-how to take your music to the next level. The 2010 EXPO will feature:

• Celebrity Q & A’s
• Master Classes
• Songwriting & Composing Workshops
• Attendee Song Feedback Panels
• Networking Opportunities
• State-of-the-Art Tech Demos
• Leading Music Industry Exhibitors
• Publisher & Business Panels
• One-on-One Sessions
• DIY Career Building Workshops
• Showcases and Performances

Register now : http://www.ascap.com/expo

SongHall Writers Workshop “A” - Winter/Spring 2010 Sessions
8 Sessions / 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM / Wednesdays
Classes meet on February 10, 17, 24 & March 3, 10 ,17, 24, 31
*Can’t make those Winter dates? Sign up for the Spring sessions: April 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26, June 2, 9 &16 *
LOCATION: Penthouse at SHETLER STUDIOS, 244 West 54th St., 12th Floor (Bdwy & 8th Ave)

Winter Workshops: Download Application

Spring Sessions: Download Application

Workshop Goal: To strengthen the songwriting skill set and bring the emerging writer closer to the music industry through workshop sessions with hit songwriters and industry professionals in publishing, music licensing and A&R.

Each participant will have been selected for this workshop on the basis of two songs submitted. These songs will be played and evaluated by the workshop in preparation for our guests who will listen and review. Along the way all will gain the insights of the songwriters and industry professionals. There will be a Q&A period with each guest. Participants will be expected to begin working on a new song that will be shared with the workshop in its development to be completed and performed during our 8th session. These songs may be co-written and workshop participants collaborating together is encouraged.

Industry Guests will be announced in advance of the first session.

Peter Bliss - SongHall Activities Coordinator / Songwriter (Barbra Streisand, NYSNC, Jennifer Love Hewitt) will guide the workshop.

PRE-REGISTRATION: Please attach and email two (2) of your original song mp3s with accompanying lyric sheets to Peter Bliss at: pbliss@songhall.org.  Songs may have been co-written. They will be reviewed by the SongHall and you will be contacted regarding your acceptance into this workshop. The level of production is not as important a factor as the song itself though the recording quality should be clear with a vocal and lyric that is well presented. These songs will be played in the workshop for our guests.

FEE: $300.00 Only after you have received confirmation from the SongHall that you have been accepted into the workshop - Class size is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

The Hit Factory: Making Your Music Make Money, With Eric Beall
1 Day Intensive / 10AM-4:30PM / Saturday, March 13th, 2010
LOCATION: Bridge Theater at SHETLER STUDIOS, 244 West 54th St.,12th Floor (Bdwy & 8th Ave)

Download Application

THIS WORKSHOP IS OPEN TO ALL!

This one-day workshop takes a strategic approach to building your songwriting business. It will focus on understanding your market and developing your brand, turning your songs into hits, and selling those hits to the people that need them. There will be interaction as the workshop listens to songs brought into the group for review. The morning will be devoted to “Understanding Your Market;” helping to develop individual business strategies. The afternoon will continue with “Making The Hits” and then finish with “Selling the Hits”.  Songs by workshop attendees will be reviewed and all are encouraged to either bring their song recordings on an iPod or a CD. There will be a piano in the studio but we ask that you bring your own guitar if that is your instrument! Of course you are welcome to just listen and learn!

ERIC BEALL is the author of the book “Making Music Make Money (An Insider’s Guide To Becoming Your Own Music Publisher)” and “The Billboard Guide To Writing and Producing Songs That Sell.” Eric is a music industry veteran, having held senior Creative jobs at Zomba Music, Jive Records, and Sony/ATV Music. He’s worked with a wide variety of artists, writers and producers ranging from NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, and Britney Spears, to Sarah McLachlan, The Script, Stargate Productions, and the Jonas Bros. Currently, he is A&R at Shapiro Bernstein, one of the industry’s most respected independent music publishers, where he’s brought in hit songs like “Put Your Records On” by Corinne Bailey Rae and “Too Little Too Late” by Jojo. Prior to joining the executive ranks, Eric was an accomplished songwriter and record producer, with several Top Ten hits for artists like Diana Ross, The Jacksons, Martha Wash, and Joey Lawrence. He’s a teacher for Berklee Music Online, at the prestigious Berklee College of Music and blogs at ericbeall.berkleemusicblogs.com.

FEE: $150.00 (includes Eric’s books “The Billboard Guide To Writing and Producing Songs That Sell” and “Making Music Make Money” to be distributed at the workshop (if you already own one or both titles - contact the SongHall). Your check should be mailed with the completed upper portion of the applications to the address given. If you are not currently a member of SHOF, an additional dues check and a completed membership application are required, as this workshop is open to members only. You can also make your membership payment only via PayPal here. Please make your checks or money orders payable to Songwriters Hall Of Fame. Again, class size is limited, so early registration is always encouraged.

If you have questions regarding this course, or other SongHall workshops or showcases, please email Peter Bliss at:  pbliss@songhall.org

The Song Skills workshop series welcomed hit songwriter Arnie Roman whose songwriting career has included top ten hits for Taylor Dayne, Trisha Yearwood, Celine Dion and many more. The workshop offered an inside glimpse into the creation of a hit song and the road taken to bring it to the top of the charts. There is truly a story to every song! The workshop attendees all played their songs and works in progress to share thoughts on the creative process.

Look for more Song Skills workshops to be announced very early in 2010 - a wonderful opportunity for all our SongHall members!

Song Skills w/ Arnie Roman: (L-R) Adrianne Griffin, Sherly Brice, Steffi Pacson, Abby Bernstein, Betsy Milcarek, Emma Galvin , John Plenge, Marcela Poveda, Natalie Gelman and Arnie Roman

The Fall 2009 Writers Workshop featured a visit from songwriter Madeline Stone whose songs have been recorded by Wilson Phillips, Alannah Myles Suzy Bogguss, Gary Morris, Shelby Lynne and Lorrie Morgan and a major R&B hit, “Read My Lips” for Melba Moore.  For more information about the Winter 2010 Writers Workshop starting soon - click here. 

Front Row L-R: Madeline Stone, Abby Bernstein, Betsy Milcarek. Back Row L-R: Helga Kaufer, Darren Ockert, JC Cassis, Shelly Gartner, Gabriella Caspi, Robert Briggs, Raquel Rodriguez

SongHall has forged a partnership with Hal Leonard Publishing, a world leader in the music print industry. The partnership with the legendary music publisher includes the creation of a series of branded songbooks for the Hall of Fame, and an innovative link between the Hall of Fame’s digital Virtual Museum and Hal Leonard’s vast library of song sheets and folios.
The first in the songbook series is on sale now, and this amazing collection gathers 38 gems of the inductees from 2003-2009: Thom Bell • Don Black, Jon Bon Jovi & Richie Sambora • David Bowie • Jackson Browne • Irving Burgie • Felix Cavaliere & Eddie Brigati • Desmond Child • Phil Collins • Roger Cook & Roger Greenaway • Henry Cosby & Sylvia Moy • Steve Cropper • David Crosby, Stephen Stills & Graham Nash • Mac Davis • John Fogerty • Charles Fox • Al Green • Merle Haggard • Daryl Hall & John Oates • Albert Hammond • Isaac Hayes & David Porter • Will Jennings • “Little Richard” Penniman • Loretta Lynn • Galt MacDermot, James Rado & Gerome Ragni • Michael Masser • Don McLean • Alan Menken • Van Morrison • Queen • Teddy Randazzo & Bobby Weinstein • Stephen Schwartz • John Sebastian • Richard Sherman & Robert Sherman • Barrett Strong & Norman Whitfield • Bill Withers. The songbook features bios and photos of each inductee, plus an intro by Songwriters Hall of Fame Chairman/CEO Hal David!

Here’s how to order:
Click here to visit Music Dispatch website:
http://www.musicdispatch.com/product/viewproduct.do?itemid=311861

Type in the following ad code at checkout: HOF
The special 10% discount and free shipping on the Songwriters Hall of Fame Songbook will automatically be deducted from your order.
In addition, Music Dispatch has phone order support, and their toll-free number is (800) 637-2852. Simply mention the same HOF ad code to the phone salesperson to get the promotional offer.

This special songbook makes a wonderful gift for budding young musicians or professionals, and portions of the proceeds will result in direct financial support for the Hall of Fame by Hal Leonard, permitting us to continue our many educational activities.

Order yours now!