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Soul Session Edu-tainment, Inc Projects:
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"Off the hook" - is the only true way to describe 2012's Mardi Gras Fundraiser for Sponsor a Scholar with Beth Alexander/ Hattie's Restaurant; Soul Session, the band; Heather Bohm-Tallman; Modern Mix Marketing; and the Mardi Gras Dancers! Don't ask me....watch for yourself!
2012 Mardi Gras Fundraiser - 1/14/12
http://youtu.be/3ElrVEE8jRs
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Black History Month 2012 Event with Garland Nelson, Professor MaryNell Morgan, Artist Daesha Devon Harris, and More.
Sunday, Feb. 26, 2012
National Museum of Dance
99 South Broadway
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
2pm - 4pm
Free Admission
More information: 518.584.2225
Come celebrate Black History Month at the National Museum of Dance. The celebration
of Black History month is only complete by recognizing those individuals who used
the arts to express their thoughts and feelings during the Civil Rights Movement.
During turbulent times the arts became a sanctuary and symbol of the movement. Our
event celebrates the influence and expression of those who contributed to the arts
and culture during this time.
Featuring: Mary Nell Morgan, inspirational speaker & Professor of
Cultural Studies, Historical Studies, and Social Theory at SUNY Empire State College;
Garland Nelson, Lead Vocals of Soul Session; and refreshments donated by
Christel and Colin MacLean, owners of Circus Cafe and Sperry's.
Official Press Release coming....
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Soul Session, the band was honored to compose and co-produce "Into the Light" with Legendary Engineer/Producer Joel Moss. These divinely inspired lyrics were written by his amazing nephew Alex Hale, who's living with Asperger's Syndrome.
What is Autism?
Autism is a general term used to describe a group of complex
developmental brain disorders known as Pervasive Developmental Disorders
(PDD). The other pervasive developmental disorders are PDD-NOS
(Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified), Asperger
Syndrome, Rett Syndrome and Childhood Disintegrative Disorder. Many
parents and professionals refer to this group as Autism Spectrum
Disorders.
How common is Autism?
Today, it is estimated that one in every 110 children is
diagnosed with autism, making it more common than childhood cancer,
juvenile diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined. An estimated 1.5 million
individuals in the U.S. and tens of millions worldwide are affected by
autism. Government statistics suggest the prevalence rate of autism is
increasing 10-17 percent annually. There is not established explanation
for this increase, although improved diagnosis and environmental
influences are two reasons often considered. Studies suggest boys are
more likely than girls to develop autism and receive the diagnosis three
to four times more frequently. Current estimates are that in the United
States alone, one out of 70 boys is diagnosed with autism.
The Organziation:
Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Bob and Suzanne Wright,
grandparents of a child with autism. Their longtime friend Bernie
Marcus donated $25 million to help financially launch the organization.
Since then, Autism Speaks has grown into the nation's largest autism
science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into
the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing
awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of
individuals with autism and their families. We are proud of what we've
been able to accomplish and look forward to continued successes in the
years ahead.
To read more about Autism Speaks' awareness, fundraising, science,
and advocacy efforts, or to read about some of our other exciting
initiatives, please visit our News Section.http://www.autismspeaks.org/
"Into the Light"
Lyrics Written by Alex Hale and Joel Moss
Music Composed by Garland Nelson and Tim Williams
Horns Arranged by Tim Williams and Pete Giroux
Produced by Joel Moss, Garland Nelson, Tim Williams
Engineer: Charlie Eble
Recorded at Woods End Studios
55 Middle Grove Road
Greenfield, Center, NY 12833
518-584-4431
wemg@nycap.rr.com
Video Link via Youtube: "into the light"
Downloadable MP3: "Into the Light"
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The Official Lip Dup Video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=34F9JjCXCjU
A Saratoga Lip Dub production task force from the Chamber and Modern Mix
Marketing is working to engage the county in this unique promotion of
Saratoga County attractions and destinations. Dozens of local
organizations have been invited to take part by providing unique props
and people to be featured in the music video. We also want the general
public to participate and to appear in the video on our main stage at Congress Park.
Background information
Todd Shimkus,
Saratoga County Chamber of Commerce President, the inspiration for a
Saratoga Lip Dub came from his daughter, a student at Emerson College.
“My daughter emailed me a link to an Emerson College lip dub that now
has been viewed more than one million times online. This lip dub is used
by the college to give prospective students a unique way of touring the
college campus online. I thought why not do the same here in Saratoga
to showcase our beautiful county and all we have to offer,” said Shimkus
Press After this AMAZING day in Saratoga Springs!
http://saratogian.com/articles/2011/09/01/news/doc4e5fb5f90c6db273459593.txt?viewmode=comments
http://www.timesunion.com/business/article/Saratoga-Springs-sings-a-song-of-itself-2151303.php
http://poststar.com/news/local/they-came-they-danced-they-lip-dubbed-spa-city-creates/article_524adc26-d4ea-11e0-9b96-001cc4c03286.html
http://wnyt.com/article/stories/S2265720.shtml?cat=10114
http://www.looktvonline.com/saratoga-lip-dubs-its-civic-pride
http://dailygazette.com/news/2011/aug/20/0820_lip-sync/
Thank you for making this such a great success! The spirit of
Saratoga County was shining yesterday and YOU were a large part of it. If
you have any photos you would like to share be sure to post them to our facebook
page, www.facebook.com/SaratogaLipDub
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
The premier has been set for September 27 at the Saratoga
Springs City Center 6 to 8 p.m. Check out our facebook page for updates, www.facebook.com/SaratogaLipDub
Look forward to seeing you there.
Saratoga Lip Dub Team
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The Edu - cation part of Soul Session Edu-tainment, Inc.:
- Activities, showcase, and school programs executed by Garland Nelson throughout New York State.
Saratoga County Program
for Arts Funding (SPAF)
Shout it out! The Evolution of the Black
Vocal Tradition
Workshop
– Based Vocal Community
Program
Coordinator: Garland
Nelson (mail@garlandnelson.com)
Toll Free: (888) DIG-SOUL
(344-7685)
If you'd like these workshops or truncated version in your school during Black History Month, please contact us. References and programs specifics furnished upon request.
Program summation -
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