Life Is Art Essence Call for Artists, Performers, Musicians, Singers, Dancers, Poets, Fashion Designers, Acrobats and All Creative People

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Life Is Art, in conjunction with Parafernalia Studios, is producing a very exciting event:
ESSENCE
an art walk after-party and fundraising freak-fest

Taking place on Second Saturdays, after the Wynwood & Design District Art Walks, this will be a place for all art lovers to come and continue to party and enjoy the arts. With all of the people in the area with nowhere good to go after the walks, this is a real opportunity to showcase some of the artistic talent that south Florida has to offer.

We are inviting all artists, of all disciplines, in to participate. We have space for visual artists to show, a stage for musicians, singers, poets and performers, room for fashion designers to display, decks for DJs to spin, and anything else that you might need! It is a very big venue, and we plan to fill it with creativity.

The event starts at 9:30pm and goes until we decide to quit. Set up will be earlier that day. The Parafernalia Studios are on NW 25th Street, right in the heart of Wynwood.

There will be a donation bar, music, seating and dancing, as well as art and performances by our participating artists. We would like this to become *the* event to do after the Art Walks. Of course, you are welcome to sell your work and other merchandise (CDs, DVDs, T-shirts), as long as it is related to your work.

There is NO fee to apply or to participate. If you are interested in participating in any way, please contact us at submissions@lifeisartfest.org right away. The first event is the Second Saturday in December, December 12, so it is coming right up. Space and time will be allocated depending on how many participants we have.

When you apply, be sure to include your name, your contact information, especially your phone number, a brief description of your art, and a link to your website.

Please pass the word to everyone who might be interested.

Thank you very much!
James Echols
Co-Founder
Life Is Art, Inc.
www.lifeisartfest.org

The Van Dyke Cafe has been doing great Jazz every night upstairs for years. They recently started a showcase on Sundays that is really good. They now do it at the News Cafe at the 55th Street Station, as well. If you are a performer and looking for some recognition, check this out.

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Subject: Looking for Talented Vocalist, Spoken Word Poets, and Singer/Songwriters

Looking for Talented Soulful Vocalists, Spoken Word Poets, and Singer/ Songwriters for our upcoming Artist Showcase!

The Vintage Soul series is a live music Artist Showcase event reminiscing on classic soul hits from decades past ranging from R&B, Neo Soul, Jazz, Blues, and Funk to original potential hits of tomorrow.

We are opening up our stage to all talented soulful artist, spoken word poets, and emerging singer/songwriters that can capture the essence of the classics and/or perform their original hit song! This is a special invitation for you to come out and join us in this exciting “spirit-filled event”

Performance spots are limited so Reserve Your Stage Time Today!

DEADLINE TO REGISTER IS FRIDAY OCTOBER 16!! SO REGISTER TODAY!!!

If you would like a performance spot at one or both of these showcase events. OR know of someone who would love to participate, Contact NATASHA at phoenixstarmusic@aol.com or call 954.549.5534 for more info.

For more info GO TO:
www.thevandykecafe.com/vintagesoul
Check out video clips from our past Vintage Soul Series Events!
www.youtube.com/vintagesoulseries
Check out photos from our past Vintage Soul series Events!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/35575431@N02/show/
Showcase Dates
October 18th, 2009
9pm-1am
The Van Dyke Cafe Upstairs
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL. 33139
www.thevandykecafe.com

October 25th, 2009
8pm-12am (midnight)
The News Lounge
5580 N.E. 4th Court
Miami, FL. 33137
www.the55thstreetstation.com

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This information comes via our good friends at Organiste. If you are a chorale singer, go try out!

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The Master Chorale of South Florida, the region’s premier classical choral ensemble, will audition singers in all voice parts on Monday, August 10 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. and on Saturday, August 15, from Noon-5:00 p.m. at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304.

Auditioners should prepare a piece of their choice and bring an extra copy for the accompanist. Sight-singing and tonal memory tests will be given.

Starting August 17, the Master Chorale of South Florida will begin Monday rehearsals under the direction of Dr. Joshua Habermann. The group will rehearse every Monday night from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. in the new, acoustically pleasing sanctuary at Christ Lutheran Church, 1955 E. Oakland Park Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306.

Concerts will take place in late October, early December and mid April throughout South Florida. The season includes concerts conducted by Michael Tilson-Thomas, James Judd and Dr. Habermann.

To schedule an audition date and time, leave a message for chorus administrator Carole Sandvos at 954-418-6232.

For more information on the Master Chorale and its upcoming season, please see www.masterchoraleofsouthflorida.org.