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KIM COPELAND is a highly respected and successful Nashville songwriter and
producer. Her reputation as a gifted song troubleshooter has made her one of the
most sought-after speakers, consultants and songwriting instructors in the country
for organizations including TAXI, The Songwriters Connection and the Nashville
Songwriters Association International. Her own songs have been recorded by
artists in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and she has released two albums of her
own. Her education and background as a vocalist have helped her become one of
the city’s most respected vocal arrangers. Her long association with the cream of
the Nashville music business has given her access to the city’s best musicians,
engineers and studios, and her projects continually draw accolades. A visible part
of the Nashville scene, she continues to take part in writers’ nights at local spots
like the legendary Bluebird Cafe, and as part of showcases in other cities.
Perhaps the best indication of the respect in which she’s held in the industry is
her inclusion in The Art & Science of Sound, the acclaimed video series on music
production and recording put together by world-renowned producer/artist Alan
Parsons and featuring legends like Michael McDonald and producer Tony Brown.
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SUSAN TUCKER has almost twenty years experience in music publishing and
artist management. She has written two highly acclaimed books on songwriting,
The Soul of a Writer and The Secrets of Songwriting. She has taught workshops
all over the country for NSAI, TAXI, and other organizations.
She partners with Kim Copeland and handles the management and marketing for
Kim Copeland Productions. She publishes a weekly e-zine called “The
Songwriters Connection E-Tip”.
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Nashville-based DAVE ISAACS is a dynamic performer with an electric presence
and a craftsman’s touch….a master musician and world-class guitarist of
exceptional versatility, taste, and soul. He has released six independent CDs and
played countless gigs across the country, from dive bars to festival stages and
concert halls.Performing alone, Dave can conjure the driving energy of an entire
band or the delicacy and finesse of a classical or folk artist. Add the ace rhythm
section of bassist Brook Sutton and drummer Rob Crawford, and the music soars
into a hard-grooving blend of deep Delta stomp, jam-band psychedelia, Muscle
Shoals soul and New Orleans jazz-funk. Even in the guitar mecca of Music City
USA, Dave Isaacs commands attention.
Dave has built a reputation one of Nashville’s top guitar teachers and maintains a
busy private studio on Music Row, helping songwriters and aspiring artists develop
and hone their musical skills and artistic identity. He is a regular member of the
workshop faculty for the Nashville Songwriters Association’s annual Songposium
conference and is an active mentor in NSAI’s Pros On The Road program. In the
formal academic realm, Dave holds faculty positions at Tennessee State
University and the Art Institute of Tennessee - Nashville. He is a regular contributor
to the Nashville Muse, Songwriters Connection E-Tip, and Dream Row online
magazines, and the founder and artistic director of TSU’s annual Guitar Summit.
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KIM WOOD SANDUSKY is one of the most influential vocal coaches in the global
music industry. Her client roster speaks of her success, such as her work with
Artists like Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Michelle Williams, Destiny’s Child, Tom
Keifer of Cinderella, Paul Meany of MuteMath, Dave Barnes, Francesca Battistelli,
Toby Mac, Jeremy Camp, Jaci Velasquez, James Otto, Pam Tillis, producer David
Foster-and the list goes on.Kim Wood Sandusky image
Industry giants Sony, Columbia, Warner Brothers, Hollywood Records, Disney,
EMI, MCA, RCA, Motown, and Capitol (just to name a few) have placed their trust
in Kim to push their Artist’s vocal capabilities to their ultimate potential. Whether
the Artist needs to increase range, build breathing stamina, develop a particular
style, or is experiencing vocal medical problems such as hoarseness on tour or in
the recording studio, Kim has an intuitive gift and the expertise to handle Artists
with care, while never interfering or covering up their natural talent.
A Texas native, Kim now resides in Nashville. Her vocal studio is on “Music Row,”
the heart of Music City’s recording district and home to major record labels and
publishing companies. She began her career as a performer, traveling across the
United States with other Artists. Along the way Kim discovered that singers
always came to her for help with their songs and vocal issues, and she realized
her true calling was to be a vocal consultant. Kim provides vocal consulting for
both signed and independent Artists and offers Artist development to signed and
unsigned talent. Performing Artists in various Broadway shows in New York as
well have sought her advice. Kim also produces in the recording studio. One of her
many vocal projects is the Grammy Award-winning “Survivor” album by Destiny’s
Child. Kim is an active voting member of the National Academy of Recording Arts
and Sciences the organization that decides the Grammy Awards.
Drawing on her extensive knowledge and experience with vocal Artists, Kim has
formulated and trademarked a progressive method called “Vocal Builder Technique
TM” that meets and exceeds the standards of today’s competitive music industry.
“Vocal Builder” is an approachable, practical, and easy-to-use series on DVD
designed for the professional or anyone who wants to sing. By taking advantage of
the Vocal Builder program-either on DVD or one-on-one in her Nashville studio-Kim
is certain she can help vocal artists reach for their dreams and beyond.
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CAMARA RANDOLPH is a Career Coach and Strategist. Camara founded Career
Reconnections in 2010 for the purpose of helping high potential middle managers
reach their potential. Prior to her work as a Career Coach, Camara served as
Director of Executive and Board Relations for the Nashville Convention & Visitors
Bureau - an organization responsible for marketing Nashville as a premier
destination. She served in that role for 7 years and in a manager role 2 years prior.
Prior to her work with the Convention & Visitors Bureau, she worked with
organizations like Bath and Body Works, Nortel Networks, the journal Science.
She built a reputation as a ‘go to’ problem solver who consistently delivered
results for her constituents.
Ms. Randolph is a Professional and Business Growth Strategist. She helps
talented professionals raise their visibility, leverage social media marketing
platforms, and attract income opportunities. You can learn more about her and her
services by visiting http://www.grassrootsmarketingtools.com.
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JOHN CAPEK has achieved international acclaim as a composer, songwriter,
keyboard player, producer, arranger and scorer for feature films and television.
Rod Stewart leads the list of popular music icons who have recorded Capek
compositions. Others include Bonnie Raitt, Cher, Diana Ross, Joe Cocker, Toto,
Chicago, Olivia Newton John, Little River Band, Heart, Manhattan Transfer and
Amanda Marshall.
John Capek’s most performed award winning songs include : “Rhythm of My
Heart”, ”This”, ”Soul on Soul” and “Carmelia”. Capek’s most performed productions
include Dan Hill’s Billboard hit duet with Vonda Sheppard, “Can’t We Try” as well
as work with Ken Tobias, Gene McLellan, Good Brothers and Downchild. As a
keyboard player, John has recorded with Diana Ross, Olivia Newton John, Stan
Rogers, Ian Thomas, Marc Jordan, Dan Hill, Kermit, The Chipmunks, The
Simpsons and countless other international performers.
John’s songs are heard in the feature films, “A Perfect Storm”, “Cocktail”, “Blown
Away” and many others.
For more information go to www.johncapek.com
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LEON OLGUIN is co-founder and instructor Artist Continuum. Leon is an arranger,
recording engineer and producer with five independent instrumental releases and
numerous published and recorded compositions to his credit. He's a classically
trained pianist with a BA in music theory and composition. He's had extensive
experience as a studio musician, live performer, seminar leader, voice actor, and
music minister/director. His song "White as Snow" (Maranatha! Music) reached
the status of classic worship song faster than any song in the history of
Contemporary Christian Music. With his wife Sheryl Paige he has engineered,
arranged, and produced countless recordings for artists in the past 20 years.
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