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Natalie Bassingthwaighte

14 August 2009

Dream Inc Music Workshops July Newsletter: Your Dream Stage By Stage

Welcome to the Dream Inc Music Workshops July newsletter.

This may be the first time you're hearing from us, in which case hello and thanks so much for your interest. We're incredibly excited to be bringing you the inaugural Dream Inc. event this September 18-20 at the Melbourne Town Hall and thought we'd update you on what's been happening!

NEW Guest Artist and Mentor to join our Elite Team...

We are very excited to announce a NEW Guest Artist and Mentor that will be with us for our September Workshops to be held at Melbourne Town Hall...

Natalie Bassingthwaighte to join our elite line up of Artists and Mentors

Natalie is one of Australia's most renowned entertainers and has achieved significant success as an actress (Neighbours), musician (Rogue Traders), presenter (So you think you can dance?) and author (Sistahood: A Journal Of Self-Discovery). Natalie has recently launched her solo career and her album '1000 stars', which was released in February 2009, went straight to No 1 on the charts.

We are looking forward to Natalie joining our elite team of Mentors including Eskimo Joe, Katie Noonan, Brooke Fraser, Ella & Jesse Hooper, James Ash and Seymour Stein.

Tickets are on-sale now and are selling fast! Have we told you about our Payment Plan & our NEW Day Rate Options?

We are extremely excited to announce NEW Day Rates at Dream Inc Music Workshops. Participants can now attend for one day at $250 and enjoy a brilliant workshop and the chance to audition for the major labels.

The 3 days will be split into focus days, concentrating on specific genres:

Day 1 - Rock

Day 2 - RnB/Jazz

Day 3 - Pop

You can choose whichever genre that suits you best! Come for 1, 2 or the full 3 days and still get the opportunity to sing for the Guest Artists and Mentors and the Record companies daily.

Check out now our updated Payment Options, including an extension to the Payment Plan:

Option 1: Tickets are competitively priced at $695.00 (including GST) for the FULL 3 days per student and include not only the chance to work with professional teachers but with some of the best Songwriters and Artists not only Australia, but the world has to offer.

Option 2: We also offer a payment plan for those of you that would prefer to stagger payments. The total payment of $695 (Inc GST) will be split into 3 payments to be paid via Credit Card on set payment dates.

Payment 1 of $235 to be taken out when registration form is completed to secure your position

Payment 2 of $230 to be paid on 7th August 2009

Payment 3 of $230 to be paid on 14th August 2009

Option 3: We NOW also offer a Day Payment Rate which will still give you the chance to perform for the Guest Artists, Mentors and Record Companies, as ell as recieve invaluable tuition.

Day 1: $250 - Day 2: $250 - Day 3:$250

As an additional special bonus offer, all tickets purchased entitle you to go in to the draw to win a meet and greet with either Eskimo Joe, Katie Noonan, Brooke Fraser or Ella & Jesse Hooper.

We can now also confirm up for grabs a meet and greet with James Ash and Seymour Stein, so 6 lucky people will WIN a personal meet and greet. So get in fast for your chance to WIN!

Enrolments close in UNDER 4 weeks! So don't miss out click here to register for 1, 2 or 3 days!

Star Development Deals awarded daily, in conjunction with Sony, Universal, Warner and EMI

We are extremely pleased to announce that Sony Music, Mercury Records, Island Records, Warner Music and EMI have joined forces with the Dream Inc. Music Workshops to provide 6 x Star Development Deals to participants at this year's inaugural workshop. Seymour Stein and A&R Executives from these five major record labels will be choosing the 6 most talented students from the Song Performances at the end of each day at the Workshops. Imagine that, you could be lucky enough to be working with the creative folks at Sony, Mercury, Island, Warner or EMI and find yourself recording your very own songs in a studio!

It is an amazing opportunity for any aspiring artist to perform in front of these people, let alone with the chance of picking up one of the deals. The Star Development Deals will give each recipient the chance to record their own songs in a proper recording studio, with an experienced engineer, and overseen by professional A&R people over a week long period. They will come out of it with a professional demo and invaluable experience and contacts.

Michael Parisi of Michael Parisi Management, and former president of A&R for Warner Music Australia said, "These deals will provide a young artist with a unique opportunity to develop their craft with the help of professional A&R people. It's like finding a gold ticket in a chocolate bar for any aspiring artist!"

To be in the chance to receive 1 of these Star Development Deals and to record with one of these Record Companies, you must first purchase your ticket and be at the Dream Inc Music Workshops. Visit our website for more details and to buy tickets now. www.dreaminc.com.au

Message from our Ambassador... Brooke Addamo!

Brooke is a highly accomplished singer and performer and has recently joined the Dream Inc team as our very first ambassador.

Hey Guys,

To all those of you who have registered for Dream Inc. I hope you are working on 30secs of your favorite song you will perform at the end of each day for the Record Companies and Artist Mentors, I know I am

It's not every day you have the opportunity to sing in front of the A&R's of every major label in Australia. I know how difficult it is just to get in front of one! Imagine how hard it would be to get someone in America to listen to you... but Dream Inc is bringing a little bit of America to us, the great Seymour Stein.

I have already had the privileged of meeting him and I can tell you he speaks from the heart, his feedback is direct and honest. Like you I am hoping he packs me in his suitcase and takes me back to America with him

For those of you whom have not registered and are a little unsure I would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have. You can either contact me via my MySpace or contact Dream Inc via email

I have been on the Jaanz Camps where the Dream Inc Music Workshops were founded, so I can draw my experiences and explain a little on what to expect.

Look forward to meeting and networking with everyone in September.

Brooke Addamo

Dream Inc Music Workshops Ambassador

Tips from David Jaanz to get yourself prepared for the September Workshops...

So many people are asking "What do I need to do to get myself ready for these Workshops?" Well here are some tips from David Jaanz Co-Director of Dream Inc Workshops and CEO & Founder of the David Jaanz School of Singing.

1. Participants need to firstly come to the workshops with a positive mental attitude

2. They must come in with an expectation to grow and learn

3. They must be willing to stretch and try new ideas

But David believes that...

4. The most important preparation is each students attitude at the workshops. Prepare to grow, learn and go beyond your expectations!

"These workshops will be life changing for many!"

Message from our Guest Artist and Mentor Natalie Bassingthwaighte...

"I think there is nothing better than sharing your experiences (good and bad) with those who are willing to take on the challenge"

Message from our Guest Artist and Mentor Ella & Jesse Hooper...

"We are really looking forward to spending some time with all these aspiring musicians and performers. It's going to be a great experience for everyone regardless of their experience levels, as we get creative with song ideas and writing concepts"

Message from our Guest Artist and Mentor Stu Macleod from Eskimo Joe...

"I would have loved it if there was something like this back when I started out songwriting. Whether you're just beginning, or you've been in the business for years, I think there's always' something to learn from your peers, even if it's a stepping stone to creating a song from a different perspective."

Message from our Guest Artist and Mentor Katie Noonan...

"Throughout my life music has been my lifeline. It has helped me learn about myself, gain confidence in myself and enabled me to trust my instincts.

Growing up is not easy for anyone - and music was the one thing that helped me through - it was my escape, my comfort, my solace. It is my chance to be still in the midst of noise and connect with myself.

I am really looking forward to connecting with the young people at this workshop and we can share in this bond that unites us. I am constantly inspired by our youth's talent and vision and I am sure this workshop will be no different!"