VOCAL Blog
A blog for and by the members of the Virginia Organization of Composers and Lyricists
VOCAL Showcase June 2009
Bill Wellons gave a great sampling of his fine piano work and songwriting skills, then Dave Pollard with his trio Triad blew the crowd away! It was an amazing night!
Read MoreMatt 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…
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