The Open Mic Network

Open Mic Network Update – September 6th, 2010

Hi everybody,

Apologies for missing out on last weeks update but I was just way too busy however, I’ll make it up to you all this week.

Open Mic @ The Dan
It was an unusually quiet night at The Dan last week, so much so that we had spaces left on the running sheet for the first time in… a very long time. That of course didn’t detract from the fact that it was a wonderful night of entertainment and camaraderie for all involved.

There was one new act that really took the opportunity given to them to showcase their own music. They were a four piece outfit called Minority Tradition and they were absolutely fantastic.

Minority Tradition

Open Mic @ The Third Cork
We had probably the biggest turnout of audience and performers at the latest Open Mic @ The Third Cork thanks to Heather Frahn and her “Big Song” songwriting workshop participants. Because of this we had 9 new faces on the night.

I personally want to thank Heather Frahn and her workshop participants Elsa, Marlee, Liz, Brenda, Amy, Jeremy, Ben and Natalie for braving the cold and having a go on the Open Mic stage. You’re welcome anytime

Big Song Project CD

Heather Frahn

Ben & Natalie

Sunday Sessions @ The Dan – #’s 4 and 5
The August 29th Sunday Sessions at The Dan was fantastic. We had a full book and Simon Peter was on fire with Sarah O’Brien on violin providing some wonderful counterpoint to Simon’s music.

Simon Peter & Sarah O’Brien

This coming Sunday Session (the 5th out of a series of 6) has Joe Murphy gracing the Open Mic stage as the special guest artist. Joe is currently experimenting with a new direction with his music involving an acoustic guitar, stompbox and a looping machine.

You’re going to love the music that he creates from this setup.

In other Open Mic Network news…

WARNING: Gratuitous Self Promotion Alert
Just a couple of things that I wanted to tell you about:

1. I’ve decided to start teaching guitar again after a long absence so, if you want to either start learning guitar from scratch or, to broaden your knowledge on guitar with someone who has been playing for about 25 years then contact me.

For more information about what I can do for you and your guitar playing go to my website.

2. As well as starting up guitar lessons I’m also available to help you with your music business and songwriting needs. Consider me like a coach or mentor rather than a consultant (sounds way too formal) but either way, my experience and knowledge over my 25 years of involvement as a songwriter and musician can be used to your advantage.

If you want to know more please contact me or, for more information about what I can do for you and your music career, go to my website.

Here’s a reminder of what is happening this week on the Open Mic Network:

Open Mic @ The Dan
Wednesday September 8th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
8pm – Midnight

Plus… Make sure you mark this in your diary in BOLD RED PEN!

Sunday Sessions @ The Dan #5
(Special Guest – Joe Man Murphy)
Sunday September 12th, 2010
Daniel O’Connell Hotel
165 Tynte Street, North Adelaide
5pm – 9pm

Remember to get in early to reserve a spot on the running sheet as it can get very busy. I’ll be there from 6:30pm (3:30pm for Sunday Sessions) to take down names.

See you then,

Corey

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