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  • Blue Hawk Boardwalk Jam

    Monmouth University and Blue Hawk Records will be hosting Light Of Day’s benefit concert on January 18th at The Break in Asbury Park at 8:00 PM.

    This event is part of the annual Light Of Day’s WinterFest concert events that raise money and awareness for the foundation’s cause, Parkinson’s disease and related illnesses like ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) and PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy), and the fight for a cure.

    The foundation has raised over $5.75 million since 2000, holding these annual concerts, which started in Asbury Park. Past performers have included Bruce Springsteen, Michael J. Fox, John Rzeznik from the Goo Goo Dolls, as well as local NJ artists.

    This year’s lineup consists of Monmouth artists, Amani Lillian, Abby Garcia, Samantha Spano, and White Wing; The Blue Hawk House Band, and local Asbury Park band, Wavez.

    The event is also being hosted by Monmouth’s very own Professor Joe Rapolla, Chair of the Music & Theatre Arts Department, and alumnus, Zack Sandler.

    More info at: https://www.bluehawkrecords.com/blog/bhr-to-host-light-of-day-benefit-concert 

  • Music Industry Network Event

    The Monmouth University Music and Theatre Arts Department and Blue Hawk Media Group is hosting a networking event to connect students with alumni working in the music and entertainment field and expand their knowledge of the music industry. Come meet with alumni at Warner, Sony, SiriusXM and more!

  • Pippin

    Monmouth University Department of Music and Theatre Arts presents their fall musical.

    With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young person’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. Source: MTI

  • Pippin

    Monmouth University Department of Music and Theatre Arts presents their fall musical.

    With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young person’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. Source: MTI

  • Pippin

    Monmouth University Department of Music and Theatre Arts presents their fall musical.

    With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young person’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. Source: MTI

  • Pippin

    Monmouth University Department of Music and Theatre Arts presents their fall musical.

    With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young person’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. Source: MTI

  • Pippin

    Monmouth University Department of Music and Theatre Arts presents their fall musical.

    With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time Grammy winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is the story of one young person’s journey to be extraordinary. Winner of four 2013 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival. Source: MTI

  • It’s Time To Talk Sync

    Are you a music enthusiast who’s always been curious about the behind-the-scenes workings of sync and music licensing? Look no further! Our virtual panel brings together a dynamic group of industry experts who will share their insights, experiences, and tips on navigating the complex world of sync and music licensing.

    This virtual panel is a must-attend event for anyone interested in the intersection of music and visual media.

    Get to know our Panelists below:

    Teng Chen – Audio Engineer and Music Editor with a decade of experience in music production in a variety of musical genres. Currently,  a pre-record music editor and mixer at NBC’s Saturday Night Live. Teng has worked in studios such as Samurai Hotel, Oktaven Audio, Audiosmith (at Dimenna Center), Power Station NYC, etc.

    Stef Fink – Executive Music Producer and founder of Music Box, a female-forward music solutions company providing full music services including original music for Film and TV.

    Gabrielle Mandel – Director, Music Creative for Animated Features and Event Series at Netflix. Gabrielle has worked on many Netflix Animated projects including ‘Klaus, Over The Moon, The Willoughby’s, Apollo 10 1/2’ and more, being a part of the first streamer to win both the Golden Globe and Academy Award for Best Animated Film.

    Johnathan McHugh– Independent Producer/Director/Music Supervisor who has held high-ranking creative positions in A&R and Marketing at A&M Records, New Line Cinema/Warner Brothers, Sony, and Universal Records. McHugh is a Producers Guild Documentary jury member and co-founder of the Guild of Music Supervisors.

    Jared “Deraj” Wells – Independent Artist and Music Producer. His unique, well-received sound has resulted in features on national media outlets such as Call Of Duty Mobile, Amazon, Facebook, NBC, ABC, and more.

    Brian Vickers – Music Supervisor for The Walt Disney Studios’ in-house theatrical marketing team, The Hive. Brian worked on a number of blockbuster film campaigns that include both Avengers: Infinity War & Avengers: Endgame, Star Wars: The Last Jedi & The Rise of Skywalker, and more recently, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Avatar: The Way of Water, Turning Red, Encanto, and many more.

    When you register you will be provided the meeting link to join the conversation.
    Presented by Blue Hawk Records

  • Women in Music

    Are you looking to break into the music industry, but unsure of how to overcome the unique challenges facing women in the field? Look no further than our upcoming Women in Music event!

    Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiring stories and invaluable advice from some of the most successful women in the music industry. From musicians and media personalities to business owners, our panelists will share their personal experiences and insights on how to advance in the music industry as a female in 2023.

    This event is not only a chance to learn from the best but also to network with other talented women in the industry. Share your own experiences and connect with like-minded individuals who are passionate about music and dedicated to achieving their goals.

    Whether you’re an up-and-coming artist, a seasoned professional, or simply interested in the music industry, our Women in Music event is not to be missed. Don’t let the challenges facing women in the industry hold you back – come join us and gain the knowledge, skills, and connections you need to succeed. See you there!

    See our Panelists and their organizations below:

    Jenna Gaudio: Chief Operating Officer at Vydia

    Karen Gross: Founder of She Rocked It

    Michelle Arkuski: Executive Director of She is the Music

    Deja Perez: On-Air Radio Personality & Founder of “What’s Pop-pin!”

  • Songwriters By The Sea

    Distinguished NJ Songwriters Joe Rapolla and Joe D’Urso are back this year hosting the celebrated Songwriters by the Sea series at the Lauren K. Woods Theatre. What once started in a small coffee shop as an area for local songwriters has now grown into a series that features some of the top songwriters in the country. This year, the show features special guests Willie Nile and Emily Grove, as well as an opening set with Monmouth students with George Wurzbach.

    A pre-show reception will be held at 7 pm for all ticket holders, doors open at 7:30 PM

    The New York Times called Buffalo, NY born Willie Nile “one of the most gifted singer-songwriters to emerge from the New York scene in years.” Bono, Bruce Springsteen, Pete Townshend, Lou Reed, Lucinda Williams, Jim Jarmusch, and Little Steven are among those who have sung his praises. He has toured across the U.S. with The Who and has sung with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band. As the induction program from the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame says: “His live performances are legendary.” His 2020 album New York At Night got rave reviews, with Downbeat calling it a “sonic love letter to Gotham.” His newest studio album The Day The Earth Stood Still, which features a duet with Steve Earle on the song “Blood On Your Hands” was released on Aug 13, 2021.

    Emily Grove has had a varied and exciting musical journey, from coffeehouses to Berklee College of Music, to television appearances to tours in the UK and Europe. She has toured the UK, Ireland, US, and Canada, opening up for and performing with British artist David Ford. She also had her own headlining tour in Germany, Bulgaria, and England. She recently put on a sold- out Joni Mitchell show, featuring some of Asbury Park’s most talented musicians. She’s performed with/opened up for Glen Burtnik, Brett Michaels, Dan Reed, David Ford, Jeffrey Gaines, James Maddock, John Lefler (Dashboard Confessional), Ari Hest, and many others. She’s recorded with David Ford, Glen Burtnik, Steve Forbert, and UK artist Jack Henderson, among many others.

    About Songwriters by the Sea:
    Songwriters by the Sea began as intimate, casual coffeehouse jam sessions around Asbury Park, and has since evolved into a national show attracting some of the most revered singers and songwriters of today’s scene— from David Johansen and Garland Jeffreys to Glen Burtnik, Rhett Miller, Marshall Crenshaw and Alison Moorer. Along the way, D’Urso (front man of Stone Caravan and board member of WHY Hunger and Light Of Day) and Rapolla (a veteran music industry executive, solo performer, and front man of the band Perfect Square) have fine-tuned their circle of artists, trading favorite songs and illuminating backstories behind their most personal works, into a vehicle that brings out the best in the assembled talent. Whether the venue is a club, a historic theater or a campus performing arts center, Songwriters by the Sea has been known to turn any space into an intimate house party atmosphere; a gathering of friends and a place where something akin to magic often takes hold.

    All net proceeds will support Monmouth University’s Endowed Music Industry Scholarships.
    Sponsored by Tim Cabrey, The Golland Family, and Don Moliver.
    Photo by John Posada