VOCAL Blog
A blog for and by the members of the Virginia Organization of Composers and Lyricists
Matt Manion VOCAL Songwriters Showcase Podcast July 2009
Give a listen to this month’s VOCAL podcast featuring upcoming Showcase Headliner Matt Manion: [display_podcast] Coming up on July 20 The VOCAL Songwriters Showcase at the Richbrau Taphouse & Grill.…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase Podcast – Dave Pollard – June 2009
Give a listen to the new VOCAL podcast featuring upcoming Showcase Headliner Dave Pollard: [display_podcast] Coming up on June 15 The VOCAL Songwriters Showcase at the Richbrau Taphouse & Grill.…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase May 2009
A small but enthusiastic crowd was present for the 214th consecutive VOCAL showcase at the Taphouse Grill. John Ellis and Darryl Ellyson treated us to their unique styles of crooning/rocking/bluesing…
Read MoreExcellent meeting
I found Chris Gatewood to be very informative tonight, may 11th, 2009, with his take on music protection, and royalty administration. One thing I wanted to mention, but never got…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase April 2009
Showcase number 213, was the annual cover night for VOCAL. Performers covered at least one song from a fellow VOCAL songwriter. The night was full of surprises and anticipation as…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase March 2009
What a night for music! Despite the dose of cold, wet, nasty weather outside, everything inside was as hot as a Richmond summer day! A fantastic crowd gathered on March…
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase February 2009
The February 16, 2009 Showcase #211 was a blues and folk fest with performers James Lester and Gerry Laverty.
Read MoreVOCAL Showcase January 2009
Showcase #211, January 19, 2009. Performers Bill Wellons, Norman Roscher and special guests performed a memorable evening of live, original music. A special tribute was set aside for Cham Laughlin.
Read MoreGetting to know Cham
While I didn’t have the opportunity to develop a personal relationship with Cham, I often feel like he is someone I know well because the members of VOCAL who know…
Read MoreCham – In Memory of my Best Friend
Cham was my best friend, my best man. I cannot imagine life without him there for me. He had the sweetest spirit and biggest heart of anyone I’ve ever known.…
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