NASHVILLE, Tenn. – January 21, 2009 — Belmont University, host of Debate '08 and one of the nation's top music business schools, has long been known a prime scouting place for hungry record label executives with its history of birthing country music stars Trisha Yearwood, Brad Paisley, Josh Turner and others. On February 21, 2009, execs and community members alike can see some of the talent Belmont has to offer as the
at 7 p.m. in the campus's Curb Event Center...
The show will include performances by five of Belmont's most talented up-and-coming country performers and will celebrate the college's unique hands-on educational opportunity.
The 2009 Country Showcase is a component of
Belmont University's Showcase Series which includes five other genres — Christian, Urban/Pop, Rock, Alumni, and Best of the Best. Each event is entirely produced by students enrolled in audio engineering, production, audio/visual production and music business programs. Performing students participate in a rigorous application and audition process and are selected based upon their proficiency in voice, songwriting, stage presence and business expertise.
On the night of each show, showcase performances are judged by some of the industry's most prestigious and knowledgeable experts who have previously included Rivers Rutherford and Steven Curtis Chapman.
The 2009 Country Showcase's Executive Producer, Erik Parker, said his work on the event has not only helped expand his knowledge about the music industry, but has also taught him the fundamental value of teamwork.
"This production started as a far-fetched dream. It has taken 75 committed students to make 75 unique contributions in pursuit of that dream to make it come true," he said. "I hope the community will embrace the opportunity to show their support for the exceptional learning opportunities the Mike Curb College provides."
Approximately 1,200 students, faculty and community members attend the Country Showcase each year.
Admission is free and open to the public. Parking is provided in the Curb Parking Garage, located off of Belmont Boulevard and Bernard Avenue.
VIP seating can be reserved for music industry professionals who RSVP at
country@belmontshowcaseseries.com.
Special thanks go to Bandit Lites, BMI, Clair Audio, Clear As A Bell, In Tune Guitar Picks, Orange Thread Media and Rocky Ridge Conversions for their generous contributions.
For more information on Belmont University's 2009 Country Showcase, visit
www.belmontshowcaseseries.com/country or contact Amanda French at
publicist@belmontshowcaseseries.com.
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