Randall Davidson's music for a set of poems by Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts, Dana Gioia. Maria Jette performed the works in Minnesota.

Joan Jeanrenaud, cellist, in William Susman's controversial documentary Oil on Ice. Jeanrenaud recorded the music at Fantasy Studios. The film recently screened at the Telluride Mountain Film Festival.

Robert Porembski's song "Good Morning, I Love You,"co-written with Kenneth Higgins, on the TV show Good Girls Don't on the Oxygen Network. The song is the first track on his CD Ac-ro-nym. For more information, visit www.P-H-A-M.com.

Roxanne Seeman's song "Walking On The Chinese Wall," recorded by Philip Bailey, produced by Phil Collins, and written with Seeman's late partner Billie Hughes, was the finale song for The "Wall of Hope" China concert benefit event at the Great Wall of China's northern gate outside Beijing. Philip Bailey's music video of "Walking On The Chinese Wall" was also played during the evening's show. The song was an international chart hit for Philip Bailey in 1985.

The Waking Hours' music in many TV, film and projects: MTV's Real World and Road Rules, the final episode of Jake 2.0, Roswell DVD's Season 1 and 2; the films Cruel Intentions 3 and Pauly Shore is Dead, and two songs in EA Sports Games and more.

Garrett Byrnes and Mischa Zupko by the 2003 USA International Harp Competition Composition Contest for their award-winning compositions for the concert harp. Twelve rising stars of the harp performed Byrnes' Vision in Twilight and Zupko's Despedido last summer at the Indiana University Performing Arts Center.

Terence Davis for being nominated for an Ovation Award for best sound by the L.A. Theater Alliance. In addition to writing movie songs, commercial score and jingles, Terence recently produced Collected Stories, a play starring Joan Benedict Steiger at the Malibu Stage Company. The play opened on October 2nd.

Daria (Daria Marmaluk-Hajioannou), international folksinger, by the National Parenting Publication for winning New Album of World Music for Children. Daria also is nominated for two Children's Music Web Awards (Best New Artist and Best Recording For Younger Children). Daria's new CD I Have A Dream features songs in English, Spanish, Zulu, and Hebrew about Martin Luther King, ecology, tolerance, and the beauty of living in a multicultural society. For more information, visit www.dariamusic.com.

Rob Hotchkiss, ex-Train member, for winning a 2004 Grammy Award. He released his first solo album, Midnight Ghost, produced with Jerry Becker at The River House and featuring Steve Bowman and David Bryson, members of Counting Crows. Midnight Ghost is available through www.RobHotchkiss.com

Innova Recordings for receiving a $10,000 grant from the Aaron Copland Fund for Music Recording Program for the release of two CDs of Barry Schrader's music on the label.

Jin Hi Kim for being appointed Artist-In-Residence at Cornell for the fall semester 2004. The residency was sponsored by the Departments of Music and Asian Studies, Society for the Humanities, Cornell Council for the Arts, Korean Students Association, and GPSAFC. Kim taught Living Tones & Korean Music in a Global Context and give two concerts on campus during her residency.

Richard Nanes' Piano Recital for winning the 2004 National Silver Angel Award to classical composer-pianist for Excellent Spiritual Programming for National Television at the United Nations.

Misha Piatigorsky, jazz composer and pianist, with a $10.000 prize for winning Thelonius Monk Institute's 2004 International Jazz Competition at the Kennedy Center for his work "Low Talk." The award is given each year to a young, aspiring composer for originality, creativity and excellence in jazz composition. The winning work, "Low Talk," can be heard on the composer/pianist's latest CD release, Mama Got Me Thinkin with his group AYA. Misha and his latest group, Trio Del Sol, have a CD being released on Twinz Records. See his website, www.mishamusic.com, for details.

Christopher Tucker for having his composition, "Ceremonial Fanfare (on a theme of remembrance)," chosen from among 79 fanfares (brief and lively flourishes for brass instruments) to be performed during the Dallas Wind Symphony's 2004-2005 season. This is the third year that the Dallas Wind Symphony invited composers from all over the world to submit fanfares. Fifteen minutes before each concert performance, a small ensemble of Dallas Wind Symphony musicians performs one of the selected fanfares in the lobby of the Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in a highly popular feature of the symphony's concerts.

James Adler's "Psalm for Michael" for oboe, cello and piano, was performed at the 2004 Soclair Music Festival Concerts-in-the-Barn series in Lebanon, NJ on August 8, 2004. Inspired by the writings and composed in memory of the composer's brother, "Psalm for Michael" received its premiere in 2003.

Peter Breiner's (SOCAN) arrangements and symphonic recordings of a total of 204 national anthems at the Summer Olympics 2004 in Athens. Breiner conducted a 90 member symphonic orchestra for more than 90 hours in a studio to prepare for the Olympics. Breiner's arrangements of national anthems were used in the past, during the World Cup 2002. The original project of about 200 anthems, called Complete National Anthems of the World is already available on an anthology of 6 CDs. The updated edition of over 300 complete and current versions of national anthems is planned to be released early next year. The idea was conceived by Klaus Heymann, the leading figure in the classical music industry and the founder of Naxos, one of the world's leading classical music labels.

Dottie Burman, Rick Cummins and Robin Field's music (with lyrics and vocals by Burman) for the delightful cabaret show An Evening with Dottie Burman. The show was performed by Burman and Paul Greenwood, and directed by Patricia Norcia at New York City's Don't Tell Mama cabaret during the Fall of 2004.

Brent Michael Davids' We the People, celebrating the opening of the Smithsonian's National Museum of the American Indian in Washington D.C., at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on November 7. The piece, composed for full orchestra and 200 voice chorus with Davids as a soloist on wood flute, was co-commissioned by The Choral Arts Society of Washington and Pacific Chorale through a generous gift from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Sheila Davis and her band at Jordan Community Theatre's The Ballad of the Flim Flam Man in Massachusetts. The lyrics were written by Herb Martin and music by Sheila Davis.

Donald Keats' String Quartet # 3 by the DaVinci Quartet at the Eight Annual New Music Symposium at the Colorado College, Colorado Springs during the summer.

It's More than Do-Re-Mi: My Life in Music, ASCAP Board member and film/tv composer John Cacavas's new autobiography, traces the life of Cacavas from his days as a teenage bandleader through his career as a composer/conductor for motion pictures and television. With amusing anecdotes, Cacavas details his experiences that have taken him from a small town in South Dakota to Chicago, Washington, DC, New York, London and his current life in Beverly Hills. Along the way, the reader learns about the machinations of Tin Pan Alley, life in the United States Army Band, conducting on the symphony orchestra circuit and the trials and tribulations of the world of Hollywood motion picture studios. The book is available from www.amazon.com.

Action Action's debut album Don't Cut Your Fabric to This Year's Fashion. This new band from Long Island (NY) has a sound that combines dark new wave with crunchy guitars and truly unique songwriting by Mark Thomas Kluepfel. For more information, go to http://www.victoryrecords.com/ActionAction/Ecard.html.

Astair's debut EP Don't Whisper Lies. Brazilian-American siblings Bruce and Erica Driscoll blend provocative rhythms with sweet and sexy Europop melodies with a Brazilian flavor. Written, recorded, and produced in their own home studio, Bruce and Erica created an impressive catalogue of tracks, which intermingle the new hot Euro craze with a sound comparable to the Cardigans, Lamb, and Everything But The Girl. Astaire played select showcases in New York City and embarked on a tour this year.

David M. Bailey's double-disc entitled Hope, the anthology, greatest hits of inspiration from the past 8 years. Writing from his life experiences of having overcome a terminal condition, the spirit of determination and hope is at the root of his songs.

The Bangers' two new CDs. The first CD Star Spangled Americans features 4-song patriotic rock-n-roll, honoring Independence Day with lyrics by Robert Battis and Scott French. The second CD entitled Out of This Universe is an 11 song rock-n-roll CD featuring a highly diverse group of original songs with sounds ranging from the great hit music produced in the 70's, 80's, and 90's to today's hit rock-n-roll music. For more information, go to www.thebangers.com

The Black Bond AKA Triple 777's debut single, "We Came Back Again," tells a little of his experience in the British Army, gives support to all armed forces personnel wherever they may be serving worldwide and prays for their safe return home. For more info, visit www.theblackbond.com.

Burrito Deluxe's new country CD, The Whole Enchilada, produced by Summit Entertainment. The legendary members Garth Hudson, Carlton Moody, Rick Lonow, ‘Sneaky Pete' Kleinow and Jeff ‘Stick' Davis are on an extensive tour of Ireland, the UK and the U.S. The emotion played out on this album ranges from the sweet, simple love song to poignant tales of mournful regret to good times.

Peter Cincotti's new release On the Moon on Concord Records. The singer and pianist puts a contemporary, unique and undeniably infectious twist on such classic pop and jazz standards as "I Love Paris", "St Louis Blues" and "Some Kind of Wonderful." He also demonstrates his talents as composer and arranger on this album, such as his own composition "On the Moon."

"Cowboy" Jack Clement's new album of country music Guess Things Happen That Way. He has written songs for and produced countless artists including Johnny Cash, Townes Van Zandt, Louis Armstrong, Waylon Jennings and U2. Cash makes a guest appearance on two tracks that Cowboy originally penned, "Ballad of A Teenage Queen" and "Guess Things Happen That Way."

Debra Davis' Complete, including "Born to Love You" a duet featuring 5-time Grammy winner Christopher Cross. The track "Hiding Place" is a musical twist on the best-selling novel Da Vinci Code. The CD is packed with her most powerful material yet and deals with the circle of life and all the feelings therein.

Dead To Fall's sophomore album, Villainy and Virtue. Recorded in Trax East Studios with producer Eric Rachel, the album combines Swedish metal nuances from their first album Everything I Touch Falls To Pieces, with hardcore-influenced death metal. Dead To Fall hit the road this summer in support of their new album with label mates Martyr AD and Haste The Day.

Deryl Dodd's new album Stronger Proof, recorded by Dualtone Records in Nashville. The new release is a deeply satisfying collection of country and twangy rock, which contains ten originals plus a rendition of Kenny Rogers' "Life or Something Like It." Deryl Dodd's tour dates are available on www.dualtone.com/b2b.

Ginger Jackson's debut album Ghetto-Bourgeois. An album filled with Jazz, Hip-Hop, R&B, and Soul music for the dual nature in all of us. To hear sampling of the album, check out www.gingerjackson.com.

Charles Douglas' fourth album Statecraft, featuring Joey Santiago (The Pixies) on lead guitar. The album was recorded in New York City by Sonic Youth producer Wharton Tiers and was released this fall on Enabler Records in the US and UK. Charles also sold his first novel to MTV/Pocket Books (under the pseudonym Alex McAulay) and MTV Films optioned the movie rights.

Calvin Earl's first album Gratitude. Earl continues the music legacy from his ancestors and brings a better understanding and respect for the African people enslaved in America, who created this inspiring music. For bookings and more information, go to www.calvinearl.com.

Don Grusin's first solo album in six years, The Hang, an assemble of 18 performers from the realm of jazz, rock and pop gathered for two nights of inspired improvisation. The CD was released by Sovereign Artists in California and features Patti Austin, Phil Perry, Nelson Rangel, Natali Rene, Lee Ritenour, Oscar Seaton, Ricardo Silveira, Sadao Watanabe, Ernie Watts, and more. The Hang runs the stylistic gamut from sizzling Latin to sophisticated urban soul, from beguiling African rhythms to extemporaneous contemporary jazz.

Ben Herson's compilation of West African Hip-Hop African Underground Vol. 1: Hip-Hop Senegal, featuring 14 tracks from Underground Hip-Hop groups from Senegal and released by Nomadic Wax this fall.

Marianne Kesler's newest release Green Room (Soulthink Productions) with relevant lyrics wrapped in artful acoustic-driven pop/rock. Further information about this songwriter and internationally touring artist, can be found at www.coolspirit.net.

Jack Lawrence's memoir, They All Sang My Songs, describes songwriter Lawrence's Jewish upbringing in Brooklyn, his homosexuality, his various career ups and downs, his personal and professional relationships with the top performers of his day with humor, wit, and candor. In addition, the book contains his many lyrics and the stories behind their creation. It includes a foreword by Michael Feinstein.

Rob Levit's new album Uncertain Path, a trio that also features Franck Russo on drums and Amy Shook on bass. The CD mixes traditional jazz with prog-rock and sublime balladry through 13 tracks with covers of "Fields of Gold" by Sting and "Waiting in Vain" by Bob Marley. Produced by Levit and mastered at Airshow, the album features original artwork by the artist.

Lowen & Navarro's first studio album in six years, All The Time In The World. Released by Red Hen Records and co-produced by John Whynot. The CD features 14 new tracks in their inimitable style with stories of the heart, mind and soul. All The Time In The World brings a contemporary eye to the trials and tribulations of modern life and all that it entails.

Alan Merrill's two new albums. The first, a solo album, Aleecat (MEC Records) featured new Merrill compositions whereas Boys In The Band (Polystar Records) is a compilation re-issue by his Tokyo based band, Vodka Collins.

Bernadette Moley's debut album All I Want by GCG. The CD is a collection of 12 songs entwined with Irish influences that tell stories of her life, her friends and the emotions that color her days.

Judith Owen's Christmas in July, an EP of holiday tunes. Plans are now underway for an early 2005 CD co-produced by John Fischbach, known for his work with Stevie Wonder.

Amy Beth Parravano's self-titled CD, Full Service Love. The CD featuring 10 songs is released on her own Peridot Record label and Parravano Music Publishing.

Kevin Ronkko's first edition paperback book The Singing Drummer. The 136-pages book is available at www.windstormcreative.com/windstorm/20457.htm.

Sharon Shannon's latest album, Libertango. Compass Records released her new album featuring friends of hers, such as Sinead O'Connor, Kirsty McColl, and Pauline Scanlon. Virtuoso accordionist, fiddler, and bandleader, Sharon Shannon has walked a brave and personal path through traditional Irish music, inventively fusing it with reggae rhythms, rock backbeats, and the aching twang of American country and bluegrass.

The Slow Signal Fade's new album Through The Opaque Air on Stroll Music. Fronted by Sri Lankan singer Marguerite Olivelle, the group recently performed at CMJ Music Marathon in New York City. Visit www.theslowsignalfade.com for more information.

Stratocruiser's new CD, Suburban Contemporary, by Zip Record with Clay Howard on vocals and guitar and Mike Nicholson on guitars, bass, and keyboards. Also, the band has signed for the Asian release of Suburban Contemporary. Stratocruiser plans for a Japanese tour in early 2005. For more information, go to www.stratocruisermusic.com.

Augusta Read Thomas's second self-produced recording in eight months. The CD features her orchestral work "Words of the Sea," performed by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Pierre Boulez, and "In My Sky at Twilight," a work for soprano and ensemble that was performed as part of the CSO's MusicNOW series. The world premiere of "Words of the Sea" was recorded in December 1996 and "In My Sky at Twilight" was recorded in December 2002. The latter was released as the composer's first CD single in November 2003. Thomas has produced the CDs in order to take an active role in dissemination of her own music. The new recording is available through the CSO's online store, www.symphonystore.com and the composer's own website, www.augustareadthomas.com

Peter Cor and his group, The Jazzy Devils, to a distribution deal with Los Angeles based Rhombus Record for their instrumental album, Burning Bridge. Peter Cor composed all of the songs on the release.

Singer/songwriter Lindsay Vinarsky was attending an industry panel at Chicago's MOBfest music conference with her father, hoping to find some insight into the A&R community. When she played one of her tracks during the demo listening portion of the panel, Hitco Publishing's Peter Coquillard heard the sound of success. Three short months later, he signed Vinarsky to a publishing deal.

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