"I have been to the Summer Iowa Writer's Workshop 3 times and found some excellent workshops for literary fiction. I also hope to get more involved with Lighthouse Writers in Denver, based on Tina's recommendation! "
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Historical Author Jonathan Rabb spoke at a conference recently about the importance of place as character, including how to tell a story based on historic fact.…Continue
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Rachel Maizes replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"I was at the Tin House Workshop in Portland this past summer. The workshops and craft classes were excellent and there were brief meetings with agents and editors (not the focus of the workshop, if that's what you are primarily looking for). I…"
B. Lynn Goodwin replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"Inspiring list in these responses. To conference or not to conference / That is the question...along with what else will I be doing this summer?
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Cristina Trapani-Scott replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"I have been to Bear River three times and loved it every single year. The faculty is top notch. They definitely are geared toward literary fiction and poetry, as many of the faculty are connected with the University of Michigan MFA program. Camp…"
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2011-2012 Symphony Season Openers
Symphony Orchestras across the country are bustling to complete the final preparations for their opening concert. The brochures have been printed and mailed (or put online), subscribers’ tickets are sent, contracts for guest performers have been sealed, and the music, long decided, has been lined up to produce a fabulous season. More...including symphony concert schedulesSee More
Robin Yaklin replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"I loved Donald Maass' Breakout Novel Intensive (BONI) and Writer's Retreat Workshop (WRW). Those can be found on Lorin Oberwerger's site http://free-expressions.com She puts the workshop together for Maass and…"
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Love Affair with Sergei Rachmaninoff and His Piano Concerto No. 2
I’ve had another sudden affair with Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) as of late. That isn’t to say the affair hasn’t gone on for years. I adore him. But periodically I’m reminded of that love when I listen to him; his brilliance streams through the speakers as if he’s written each piece especially for me. He hasn’t, I know, and I’ve never met him. But I can’t deny I love him all…See More
Dawn Spaulding replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"I've attended the Southampton Writers Conference, which is great for literary writing. http://www.stonybrook.edu/writers/writers/"
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The Tortured Gustav Mahler and His Affecting Music
The composer and conductor Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) suffered a tortured life of loss. His affecting music may have been the answer to fill his void and help him find his direction.More...See More
Dera R Williams replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"I believe it was the March/April issue of Poets & Writers that featured summer conferences and workshops. You might want to look at their online zine. http://www.pw.org/"
J.M. Lacey replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"These are great! Thanks Tina and Sandra. I'll definitely look into these."
Tina Deschamps replied to the discussion 'Conferences for Literary Writers' in the group Literary Fiction Writers
"As a matter of fact I do. Lighthouse Writers in Denver has a yearly conference in June called Lit Fest. While there are a couple of genre writers among the staff, most are literary authors, and the agents who attend are all looking primarily for…"
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Conferences for Literary Writers
Does anyone know of some good conferences (or at least one!) for literary writers? They have Mystery Writers of America, Romance Writers of America, Science Fiction...okay, you get the point. What about us? I'm looking for conferences that offer workshops and sessions useful for writers like us! What have been your experiences? What conferences thrill and inspire your literary skill?See More
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Pianist Leon Fleisher, Richard Strauss, Dramatic End to Season
Pianist Leon Fleisher has earned the respect of his fans if the increased volume of applause on last Saturday evening was any indication. When he came onto the stage to perform Maurice Ravel’s (1875-1937)…See More
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2011-2012 Symphony Season Openers
Posted on August 22, 2011 at 4:15pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Symphony Orchestras across the country are bustling to complete the final preparations for their opening concert. The brochures have been printed and mailed (or put online), subscribers’ tickets are sent, contracts for guest performers have been sealed, and the music, long decided, has been lined up to produce a fabulous season.
Love Affair with Sergei Rachmaninoff and His Piano Concerto No. 2
Posted on July 18, 2011 at 6:57am 0 Comments 0 Likes
I’ve had another sudden affair with Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) as of late. That isn’t to say the affair hasn’t gone on for years. I adore him. But periodically I’m reminded of that love when I listen to him; his brilliance streams through the speakers as if he’s written each piece especially for me. He hasn’t, I know, and I’ve never met him. But I can’t deny I love him all…
Continue Spoleto Music Festival Offers Array of Talent
Posted on June 8, 2011 at 5:35pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Cellist Alisa Weilerstein, Violist Hsin-Yun Huang, Flutist Tara Helen O’Connor, Pianist…
Continue The Tortured Gustav Mahler and His Affecting Music
Posted on May 30, 2011 at 6:29pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
The composer and conductor Gustav Mahler (1860-1911) suffered a tortured life of loss. His affecting music may have been the answer to fill his void and help him find his direction.
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- At 6:23pm on November 22, 2010,
K. Lynette Erwin said… - Glad you enjoyed my blog posts. Yes, Jacqueline du Pre did lead a very colorful and tragic life. The movie, Hilary & Jackie is really well-worth the watch, if you've never seen it.
- At 8:05am on November 18, 2010,
Zetta Brown said… - Hi J.M.! I'm going to have to read your post about Holst. I love The Planets!
- At 5:39pm on November 17, 2010,
Meg Waite Clayton said… - Dang, this is what jet lag does to a brain, J.M. I'll look forward to connecting with you in the group.
Meg
- At 5:26pm on October 30, 2010,
Sarah Pinneo said… - Welcome to the fiction forum!
S.
- At 5:21pm on October 29, 2010,
S.X. Rosenstock said… - www.seasontkt.com is beautiful! I look forward to spending some time in your August and September archives when I get a moment. Although I write about contemporary music, I love classical music unreservedly. I love opera. Welcome to SheWrites. (I'm brand new here, too)
- At 6:07am on October 29, 2010,
D.E. Sievers said… - Welcome, J.M.!! Your work sounds very interesting. I think it's great that you have such a specific focus for your writing. I'm not terribly knowledgeable on symphonies myself, but my first novel was centered around the life of a jazz musician. Enjoy your weekend!
- At 8:44am on October 28, 2010, Meg Waite Clayton said…
- J.M., I just opened the door to the novelist group for you - welcome! You might introduce yourself by telling us what you’re working on in the “Show Me Your Novel and I’ll Show You Mine” discussion if you're not too uncomfortable talking about what you're working on. I’ll look forward to chatting with you!
Meg Waite Clayton
Novelist Group Moderator
Author of the national bestseller The Wednesday Sisters and the forthcoming The Four Ms. Bradwells (Ballantine, March 2011)
- At 1:30pm on October 27, 2010,
Julie Jeffs said… - Hi J.M.,
Welcome to the Bloggers Let’s Make it Work group! So glad you are here. Please visit the discussion New Members Visit Here First, tell us about your blog so we can list it on the members blog index.
I hope you will find, as I did, a great sense of community, loads of information and resources, and an incredible amount of talent.
Jump in on ongoing discussions or start one if there is an issue you would like to discuss.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Look forward to reading your posts.
Warm regards,
Julie Jeffs
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