Let's Talk About Rock - And More! Here are just a few of the topics women in music expert Carla DeSantis tackles in her fun and thought-provoking presentations. Her speech is followed by a lively Q&A session. Select one of the following: Women - Between Rock and a Hard Place - Carla's signature speech. Learn about the numerous challenges facing female artists, past and present. We examine the triumphs and the media backlash for cultural touchstones from Madonna and the Dixie Chicks to Lady Gaga, American Idol and Lilith Fair. Why are singers so plentiful but there are still so few female players in the spotlight? Where do you find positive role models? This topic is ideal for gender studies students, music students and aspiring musicians and women's centers. Girl Power - The History of Women in Music- An overview focusing on unsung heroines from all genres who have influenced the history of music including Fanny, Goldie and other Pioneers, the Girl Groups, The Rise and Fall of '80s All-Girl Bands, Lesbian Culture in Music, Riot Grrrl, Spice Girls Mania, How Lilith Fair Changed the World and much, much more. An excellent choice for Women's History Month. Publishing 101 – With the internet decimating traditional print media, how do journalists fare today and what are the challenges and obstacles they face? How has blog culture helped or hurt the field? How has writing about music changed over the years? This is a perfect topic for journalism students and anyone interested in the field of written communication. Carla & Friends– Carla offers a panel discussion with several panelists to discuss any of the issues above. For more information or to book Carla for your event please e-mail back.words@hotmail.com. |
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