IMDb - Tracey and Vance Marino
Tracey and Vance Marino's IMDb (Internet Movie Database) site. IMDb is a valuable resource that lists film and TV credits and gives in-depth information about past, present and future shows and movies. |
SCL - The Society Of Composers & Lyricists
The Society Of Composers and Lyricists (SCL) is the non-profit and primary organization for professional composers and lyricists, with a distinguished 60-year history in the fine art of creating music for motion pictures and television. Events include screenings of Academy Award-nominated films, an annual picnic at the Hollywood Bowl, the Holiday Party, and many educational seminars and workshops. |
What-Song - Find The Song You Love In Movies
This is a list of the songs placed in the Touchstone Pictures/Disney film, "The Last Song," starring Miley Cyrus. Tracey & Vance's song "Carnival Lights" is listed below. |
BMI - Broadcast Music, Inc.
Both Tracey and Vance Marino are members of BMI, a PRO (performing rights organization) for songwriters and publishers. BMI sponsors many songwriter & composer events like the annual L.A. Film Festival. |
CCC - The California Copyright Conference
The CCC holds monthly dinner meetings on selected Tuesdays, with a hiatus in June, July and August. The December meeting is the annual holiday party; the January meeting is held early in the month to accommodate MIDEM. The monthly meetings (usually held on the 2nd Tuesday from 6:15 to 9:30 p.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott in Sherman Oaks between the I-405 & 101 freeways), feature a guest speaker or panel, as well as a "Legal Update" on current litigation and legislation that affects the music industry. |
Academy of Television Arts and Sciences
Membership in the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is open to those persons who are or who have been actively engaged in activities related to the production or distribution of audio visual works for national exhibition by means of telecommunications. |
AIMP - Association of Independent Music Publishers
The AIMP provides a unique medium for those in the music industry to discuss with their colleagues various points of view from the cutting edge of the ever-changing music business. The opportunity to exchange ideas and opinions with others on issues of mutual concern is fostered by the informal atmosphere of the AIMP's forums, workshops, and monthly meetings held on the 3rd Thursday of the month from 11:30 to 1:45 p.m. at the House of Blues on Sunset Blvd., Hollywood. |
NARIP - National Association of Record Industry Professionals
The National Association of Record Industry Professionals (NARIP) promotes education, career advancement and good will among record executives. With an emphasis on becoming better informed and more effective, NARIP offers professional development opportunities, educational programs and seminars, the opportunity to meet and interact with peers, a job bank, a member resume database for employers, a mentor network, a newsletter and other services. They often have educational and informative panels featuring music supervisors, attorneys, publishers, producers, etc.
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PMA - Production Music Association
The Production Music Association ("PMA") brings together publishers and composers of production music to promote and protect the interests and rights of the community. The PMA is a non-profit, volunteer organization currently comprising over 445 member companies, including major-label publishers and national independents, and is providing crucial leadership to protect the value of musical works and create an even better future for the production music library community. |
UCLA Extension - Film Scoring & Songwriting Courses
Music Certificate Programs include: Film Scoring, Songwriting, Music Publishing, Producing, Entertainment Media, Cinematography, Directing, Acting, etc., or find out how to get an internship in the music industry. It's all here, it's all educational, and it's all fun. |
LinkedIn - Vance & Tracey Marino
LinkedIn is an invitation-only networking website. Members may join professional groups such as "Music Publishing & Licensing," "Film & TV Professionals," etc., and participate in lively discussions about publishing, meeting industry pros, how to deal with music libraries, etc. |
Guild Of Music Supervisors
The Guild Of Music Supervisors will endeavor to improve the working conditions of music supervisors in the media workplace as a means to sustain the highest level of professionalism, and seek to support members with significant professional and personal benefits. |
Exedia Nation - The Movie
"Exedia Nation," directed by Tyrell Lloyd, is the first original thesis film project to be filmed in 3D at USC. It is being produced by Dawn W. Ford, who worked with George Lucas and Stephen Spielberg. Vance and Tracey are scoring the film. The film is expected to be released in 2012. |
YouTube: "Rockabilly Roll" on "Auction Kings"
Vance & Tracey's instrumental "Rockabilly Roll" was used on "Auction Kings" in a scene where Elvis Presley's car was being sold (starts at 2:40 and ends at 2:57 on the video). Ironically, the show aired on Jan. 8, on the anniversary of Elvis' birthday. |
YouTube: "Puka Shells" for "Platform Breathe" PSA
Vance & Tracey's instrumental piece "Puka Shells" was used in a national Public Service Announcement (PSA) for "Platform Breathe.org," shown here on a YouTube video. Since 2006, the PSA continues to air frequently on OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network), CNN, FOX News, and other channels. |
Megatrax - CD collection: Cool Commercials Vol. 1
Tracey & Vance Marino have four ukulele pieces (track #24 "Simple As Pie," #25 "Magic Memories," #26 "Sweet Life," and #27 "Island Time") on the popular Megatrax "Cool Commercials, Vol. 3" CD. The CDs were mastered at the iconic Capitol Records in Los Angeles. |
Megatrax - CD collection: Organic Guitars 1
Tracey & Vance Marino's track #8 "Chicken Feed" is on the "Organic Guitars, Vol. 1 CD. Other composers on the CD include Grant Geissman (composer for "Two And A Half Men" & "Mike & Molly") Peter Neff, JC Dwyer, John DeFaria, and Mark Casstevens. The CD was mastered at the iconic Capitol Records in Los Angeles. |
Megatrax - CD collection: Organic Guitars 2
Tracey & Vance Marino's acoustic guitar pieces on the "Organic Guitars 2" CD include track #16 "Front Porch Rag," #17 "Shuffle Down The Road," and #20 "Funshine." Other composers on the CD include Grant Geissman (composer for "Two And A Half Men" & "Mike & Molly") Peter Neff, JC Dwyer, John DeFaria, and Mark Casstevens. The CD was mastered at the iconic Capitol Records in Los Angeles. |
San Diego Songwriters Meet Up Group
This group meets every other Wednesday, usually at a music store in San Diego. Check the website for special events, concerts, guest speakers, etc. Vance and Tracey have given lectures about writing music for film/TV for this group. It's a non-threatening environment for beginning songwriters. It's also great for those who need to find a songwriting collaborator, a recording studio, session musicians, singers, etc., or to share information about composing and songwriting. Cliff Keller does an amazing job coordinating the meetings and making everyone feel welcome. |
Musicpalooza Contest At The San Diego County Fair
This popular contest at the San Diego County Fair in Del Mar started in the summer of 2009 and features prizes such as: $25,000 cash, Taylor Guitars, recording time, tickets to Anthology Club, a performance at the House of Blues in San Diego, etc. It's open to bands, singer-songwriters, singers, doo-wop groups, and more. Tracey & Vance Marino have been judges since it began. |
MIMIsym with the Hollywood Music In Media Awards (HMMA)
"Will Write For Food: Getting Paid Gigs" Tracey & Vance were panelists for this annual intimate industry event. Other panelists at this event included Tess Taylor, Dan Kimpel, John Debney, Christopher Young, Frankie Pine, Nora Felder, and many others. |
Film Music Network
A useful organization for composers of film & TV music. They sometimes host a film/TV Composer's Expo in Los Angeles and educational seminars for composers and songwriters at the Musician's Institute. |
The Grammy Museum at L.A. Live & Nokia Plaza
The GRAMMY Museum explores and celebrates the enduring legacies of all forms of music; the creative process; the art and technology of the recording process; and the history of the GRAMMY Awards, the premier recognition of recorded music accomplishment. Membership includes free or reduced rates for special concerts, book signings, and other events. |
TAXI for Songwriters & Composers
TAXI is an A&R company that supports and provides opportunities for songwriters and artists with bi-monthly listings and the famed annual TAXI Road Rally convention. |
TAXI TV - Monday 4:00 p.m. (PST) Weekly Broadcast
Click on the link to hook up with the now-famous TAXI TV weekly broadcast from 4-5 p.m. (California time). Features a live, online chat with fellow composers, artists, songwriters, etc., and viewers can ask the President & CEO of TAXI, Michael Laskow, questions. Each week features a different industry guest with inside information about the music business. Fun and informative! |
TAXI Forums
Need an answer to a technical problem? Can't understand a publishing contract? Just need an encouraging word after getting rejected by a publisher? Want to brag about a victory or a goal reached in the music industry? This is the place to share information, offer advice, or gain some knowledge. The Forums are open to everyone -- from established, successful industry pros to newbie songwriters and composers just starting out. And it's free to participate! Click on the link to get started. |
Music Supervisor Pro - Interview with Tracey & Vance Marino
After placing "Carnival Lights" in April 2010, the Touchstone Pictures/Disney film, "The Last Song," Music Supervisor Julius Robinson interviewed Tracey & Vance for his company's newsletter. |
Broadjam For Music Artists
Broadjam offers excellent website services for songwriters and musicians. They have film/TV placement opportunities for networks (MTV) & shows ("America's Funniest Home Videos," "All My Children," etc.) and they offer hundreds of great website templates and hosting for musicians. Tracey & Vance's site is on www.Broadjam.com/Marino. |
NAMM - National Association of Music Merchants
NAMM has been around since 1901 and started as a small, grassroots organization of 52 founding Members. It is now an international association representing nearly 9,000 retailers and manufacturers of musical instruments and products from 85 countries worldwide. NAMM is famous for its annual convention at the Anaheim Convention Center.
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Goodnight Kiss Music Newsletter
Tracey & Vance wrote some columns for Goodnight Kiss Music Newsletter about networking in the music business. The articles feature tips on how to approach industry people, following up after meeting people, and other practical advice that's proven to work. |
Writing For Production Music Libraries, Part 1, SDSG Newsletter
Tracey & Vance's article about writing for Production Music Libraries, part 1, for the San Diego Songwriter's Guild Newsletter, August 2010. |
Writing For Production Music Libraries, Part 2, SDSG Newsletter
Tracey & Vance Marino's article about writing music for Production Music Libraries, part 2, in the November 2010 issue of the San Diego Songwriter's Guild. |
Music Library Report
This site features information about hundreds of Production Music Libraries around the world, and many composers and songwriters have found gigs using its helpful resources. |
ASCAP - American Society Of Composers, Authors & Publishers
ASCAP is a membership association of over 320,000 U.S. composers, songwriters, lyricists, and music publishers of every kind of music. They have a very popular & informative "I Create Music" Expo each April. |
SESAC - Society of European Stage Authors & Composers
SESAC is a performing rights organization with headquarters in Nashville and offices in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Miami and London. Each summer, this organization presents the not-to-miss workshop, "The SESAC Songwriter's Boot Camp." |
NSAI - Nashville Songwriters Association International
NSAI is a non-profit organization that helps songwriters, particularly in the country music field. Tracey has been a member of NSAI since 1993 and performed in a Singer-Songwriter Showcase in Nashville, TN. |
YouTube - NSAI Winter Singer-Songwriter Showcase
Tracey & Vance performing the song "Christmas In Florida" (by Liz Axford, Marc-Alan Barnette, Jamie Cutler) at the San Diego NSAI Winter Singer-Songwriter Showcase. Other featured performers: Cathryn Beeks (of "San Diego Listen Local" fame), Actress-Singer Skyler Day, Matt Silvia, Monty McIntyre, NSAI Co-Coordinator Bob Duffy, and Jeff Kane. |
North County Times Article about "The Last Song"
Columnist Jeff Frank wrote a story about Vance & Tracey getting their song "Carnival Lights" in the Miley Cyrus film, "The Last Song." |
Christmas CD Reviews (Comfort & Joy)
This internet organization reviews CDs of Christmas & Holiday music. This link is the review of Vance Marino's "Comfort & Joy" Classical Guitar CD. |
Artist Richard L. Weddleton
Artist Richard L. Weddleton specializes in historic transporation art. His works are shown and sold in railroad, aviation, automotive, and other types of museums and galleries around the country. His artwork is featured on SongMaker Productions' CD covers for Tracey & Vance Marino. |
Piano Press
Piano Press Publishing Company of Del Mar, California, publishes music primarily for piano students of all levels. Piano Press published Tracey & Vance's holiday songs: "I Like Nightmares" in the "My Halloween Fun Book"; and in the "My Christmas Fun Book" series: "Follow The Star," and "No Snow In Mexico," (Level Three) and "Jingle Sonata" (Level Four). Please click on the links below to purchase copies. |
My Halloween Fun Book
Piano Press published Vance & Tracey's popular Halloween song "I Like Nightmares" in the "My Halloween Fun Book," Complete Edition, Level Four. |
My Christmas Fun Book
In the "My Christmas Fun Book" series, Piano Press published Vance & Tracey's holiday songs "Follow The Star" and "No Snow In Mexico" (Level Three) and "Jingle Sonata" (Level Four). Great for intermediate to advanced student piano recitals! |
