Tag Archives: Amazing Things Arts Center

Just Some Guy

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Site Admin

Sam Bayer, Guest Blogger I recently participated in a salon. I’m sure, for some of you, I’ve just conjured up an ancient Palmolive commercial, with Madge softening your nails with dish detergent (seriously, how is it that she was never … Continue reading →

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Spotlight on Ellen Schmidt: Gifted Songwriter and Longtime Community Mentor and Activist

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Site Admin

Ellen Schmidt: songwriter, activist, open mike host, concert presenter, and compassionate supporter of many local musicians throughout eastern Massachusetts. Continue reading →

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The Gift of Community

Posted on November 7, 2010 by Site Admin

Ruthann Baler reflects on how much the Gift of Community has given to her. Continue reading →

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Getting Started in the Local Music Scene

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Site Admin

Ashley Jordan finds that getting out there and performing her original music, even as a teenager, isn’t as scary as she thought. Making connections with other musicians is key to getting support, feedback, and encouragement. Continue reading →

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Outside of My Comfort Zone

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Site Admin

Pushing oneself outside of one’s comfort zone is required to work through fear and to get better at almost anything. Continue reading →

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TOWARD A GENERAL THEORY OF SONGWRITING – PART I

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Site Admin

When a song is just that good, it transports the audience – regardless of how long the song is. Time stops while the listener is swept up into the story of the song. Continue reading →

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