Stephen Fortner Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 While at Summer NAMM 2019, I had the honor of moderating a panel of the most hired keyboard players in Nashville, though many of their accomplishments reach beyond the Nashville scene and country music. Sorry this is just a teaser, but the resulting discussion amounts to some of the most compelling content I've ever been a part of as a music journalist. I had to do very little to steer the discussion, and everybody had stuff to say that was absolute gold. Mike Martin caught it all on video, and we're now editing it all. Will likely do a series of clips as we have between one and two hours of footage. We even got some of the guys demonstrating go-to voicings and motifs on the Privia PX-S3000 Mike brought along. L to R in the attached photo: Myself, Matt Rollings, Michael Whittaker, Steve Nathan, Charlie Judge, David Cohen, David Dorn. Stephen Fortner Principal, Fortner Media Former Editor in Chief, Keyboard Magazine Digital Piano Consultant, Piano Buyer Magazine Industry affiliations: Antares, Arturia, Giles Communications, MS Media, Polyverse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 We are honored and delighted to share Music Player Network's first official event - and what and awesome event it was! Special thanks to brother Steve Nathan for coming up with the concept (and arranging for us to do it at Ocean Way Nashville (how cool is that?!?), brother Mike Martin and Casio for their generous sponsorship of the event - including arranging for the video capture...and brother Steve Fortner for moderating. dB ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Professional Affiliations: Royer Labs • Music Player Network Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJUSCULE Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 I can't wait to watch all of this and then watch it again and again. Eric Website Gear page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linwood Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 Wow! This is gonna be great! Really looking forward to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Muscara Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 And some of you guys wondered what this new MPN was going to be about... "I'm so crazy, I don't know this is impossible! Hoo hoo!" - Daffy Duck "The good news is that once you start piano you never have to worry about getting laid again. More time to practice!" - MOI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doerfler Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 Wow! This is gonna be great! Really looking forward to it. what Linwood said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mate stubb Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 Most excellent. Moe --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveCoscia Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 This is a terrific idea. Looking forward to the video. Steve Coscia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Martin Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 This was a really cool event. It was great to be a fly on the wall during this discussion. Reviewed most the video this morning - luckily nothing got screwed up too bad. We'lll begin editing this week and roll this out in segments asap. Cornerstone content for the new MPN. -Mike Martin Casio Mike Martin Photography Instagram Facebook The Big Picture Photography Forum on Music Player Network The opinions I post here are my own and do not represent the company I work for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davinwv Posted July 20, 2019 Share Posted July 20, 2019 Many of my biggest influences / role models are in that photo. I can hardly wait to see this footage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markay Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 An excellent first step in a new era for MPN. Illustrates the strength and depth of this community and the commitment of some the most knowledgeable people from all parts of the industry to sharing their knowledge and doing the heavy lifting required so we all can benefit. A misguided plumber attempting to entertain | MainStage 3 | Axiom 61 2nd Gen | Pianoteq | B5 | XK3c | EV ZLX 12P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Nathan Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 This turned out to be one of the most enjoyable events I've ever been a part of. A lot of badass talent in a room at the same time, and yet the discussion was so ego-less and fun. About two hours of conversation about the Session Keyboardist's role in the making of records for others that was deep and nuanced, but still straightforward and easily understandable. My hat's off to Mr. Fortner, Mr. Martin and Mr. Bryce (who was physically absent, but so involved in the process leading up that his presence was clearly felt). Thanks MPN for letting us be a part of the new world order. Don't rush me. I'm playing as slowly as I can! http://www.stevenathanmusic.com/stevenathanmusic.com/HOME.html https://apple.co/2EGpYXK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAJUSCULE Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 Ugh, seriously! Can't wait!! This is definitely a hugely unexpected and incredibly exciting development, particularly if more of these are planned in other contexts. I don't know if my first post quite expressed my excitement because I had just seen the picture on FB a few times, but man, is this gonna be cool. Thank you new MPN Overlords!! Eric Website Gear page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Muscara Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 The idea sort of reminds me of what was one of my favorite podcasts, The Caffeinated Keyboardist by Jeff Babko. There were only eight episodes but they were all interesting and fun. "I'm so crazy, I don't know this is impossible! Hoo hoo!" - Daffy Duck "The good news is that once you start piano you never have to worry about getting laid again. More time to practice!" - MOI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allan_evett Posted July 21, 2019 Share Posted July 21, 2019 This is great! Can't wait to experience all of it. 'Someday, we'll look back on these days and laugh; likely a maniacal laugh from our padded cells, but a laugh nonetheless' - Mr. Boffo. We need a barfing cat emoticon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nursers Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 That is beyond great news - can't wait! The Keyboard Chronicles Podcast Check out your fellow forumites in an Apple Music playlist Check out your fellow forumites in a Spotify playlist My Music: Stainless Fields Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zxcvbnm098 Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 Wow, talk about a home run out of the box!! Huge thanks to all who participated, and the groovy kids that supported and made it happen. Totally looking forward to hearing/seeing this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CowboyNQ Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 An excellent first step in a new era for MPN. Illustrates the strength and depth of this community and the commitment of some the most knowledgeable people from all parts of the industry to sharing their knowledge and doing the heavy lifting required so we all can benefit. Couldn't agree more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BluesKeys Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 What a great concept! I can't wait!!! Jimmy Those are my principles, and if you don't like them... well, I have others. Groucho NEW BAND CHECK THEM OUT www.steveowensandsummertime.com www.jimmyweaver.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimkost2002 Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 Awesome news! These heavy hitters have much wisdom to impart! Thanks to you, Dr, Fortner and to Steve Nathan and the wonderful Mike Martin! "I have constantly tried to deliver only products which withstand the closest scrutiny � products which prove themselves superior in every respect.� Robert Bosch, 1919 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gino Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 Really looking forward to seeing this. Another big thankyou to Dave and the team for all the improvements that have happened around here. So refreshing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anderton Posted July 22, 2019 Share Posted July 22, 2019 I'm so happy that the inmates are running the asylum. That's when MPN was always at its best. Craig Anderton Educational site: http://www.craiganderton.org Music: http://www.youtube.com/thecraiganderton Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/craig_anderton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Nathan Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Don't rush me. I'm playing as slowly as I can! http://www.stevenathanmusic.com/stevenathanmusic.com/HOME.html https://apple.co/2EGpYXK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Nathan Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 Don't rush me. I'm playing as slowly as I can! http://www.stevenathanmusic.com/stevenathanmusic.com/HOME.html https://apple.co/2EGpYXK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mate stubb Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 So when do we get to see this? Moe --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 So when do we get to see this? Well, it"s 90 minutes of material, so it does need a bit of editing...but I have it on good faith that we should have it soon. I saw a bunch of it yesterday. You guys will dig it. dB ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Professional Affiliations: Royer Labs • Music Player Network Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Martin Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 So when do we get to see this? Well, it"s 90 minutes of material, so it does need a bit of editing...but I have it on good faith that we should have it soon. I saw a bunch of it yesterday. You guys will dig it. dB It is coming together but as Dave mentioned it is lengthy. We'll probably release this in smaller segments starting at the end of August at the earliest. The MPN team is still working on the website and Youtube channels where all of this will live. As someone who witnessed this and did my best to capture it, I'm anxious to share it as soon as possible - just have to ask for your patience for a little while. -Mike Martin Casio Mike Martin Photography Instagram Facebook The Big Picture Photography Forum on Music Player Network The opinions I post here are my own and do not represent the company I work for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doerfler Posted July 25, 2019 Share Posted July 25, 2019 thanks for your hard work on this, Mike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenThames Posted July 26, 2019 Share Posted July 26, 2019 As a young guy that's very interested in getting into session work in general (beyond the one song I've played on thus far for someone on AirGigs) & specifically in Nashville sometime in the future, I'm very excited about this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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