CIVIS – Europe’s Media Prize for Integration and Cultural Diversity reports a new record participation this year with 690 entries. Once again, programmes from 22 countries in the EU and Switzerland will take part in the European CIVIS competition in 2011. Programme makers and broadcasting corporations from all over Europe are competing for Europe’s most important media prize for integration and cultural diversity. For over two decades now, CIVIS has been honouring programmes on radio, TV, and since last year also on the Internet, which promote the peaceful coexistence of people with the most varied ethnic, religious or cultural origins. An international jury of independent media experts will select the programmes to be nominated for the final round in Berlin. The prize is endowed with a total of 40,000 Euro. The deadline for the submission of entries was January 20, 2011.
The CIVIS Media Prize 2011 will be presented on May 26, 2011, during an official prize-giving ceremony at the Federal Foreign Office in Berlin. The ARD/Das Erste German TV channel will broadcast the event in its evening programme. The German Federal President and the President of the European Parliament are patrons of the CIVIS Media Prize 2011.
CIVIS – Europas Medienpreis für Integration und kulturelle Vielfalt erreicht mit 690 Beiträgen eine neue Rekordzahl an Einreichungen. Am europäischen CIVIS Wettbewerb 2011 nehmen erneut Programme aus 22 Ländern der EU und der Schweiz teil. Programmmacher und Sendeanstalten aus ganz Europa bewerben sich um Europas bedeutendsten Medienpreis für Integration und kulturelle Vielfalt. CIVIS zeichnet seit über zwei Jahrzehnten Programmleistungen im Radio, TV und seit dem letzten Jahr auch im Internet aus, die das friedliche Zusammenleben von Menschen unterschiedlichster nationaler, ethnischer, religiöser oder kultureller Herkunft fördern. Eine international besetzte Jury unabhängiger Medienexperten bestimmt über die Nominierung zur Endauswahl in Berlin. Der Preis ist mit insgesamt 40.000 Euro dotiert. Einsendeschluss war der 20. Januar 2011.
Der CIVIS Medienpreis 2011 wird am 26. Mai in einem Festakt im Auswärtigen Amt in Berlin vergeben. Die ARD/Das Erste deutsche Fernsehprogramm überträgt die Veranstaltung im Abendprogramm. Der deutsche Bundespräsident und der Präsident des Europäischen Parlaments sind Schirmherren des CIVIS Medienpreises 2011.
ElJay Arem (RJ JayR) "live" onair in Studio1 @ Tide 96.0 FM (Dec 2010)
This is a 1st test recording with the “Post by Voice.” feature on IMCRadio.Net’s Blog site (using wordpress system)..
Let’s check the different features, e.g.
– sound quality…
– reaction speed of (automated) posting…
– documentation
– data storage
– customer acceptance & usability
– Using the US tel. number… regular charge [with world flat rate “cost free” 🙂 ]
– menue for recording a new audio message… very, very simple
– Blog publishing… automated public status…
critics 1: it would be better, if I can decide before I record by “press the button” function if I want store it as “draft” in my blog system or publish it immediatelly with automated linkage to Twitter and Facebook…
critics 2: the titel of the audio blog post should be more precized… e.g. recording time, and recording length (the storage uses UTC)
critics 3: the custom message for Facebook and Twitter (as tweet) does not contain a “short link”… very bad 😦
More important the question: Does the user like it ? – Tell… and give critical comments here 🙂
The Art of Living, in association with MARG Brindavan is presenting ‘Naadha Vaibhavam’, a landmark event that will bring together 5000 Carnatic musicians from all over Tamil Nadu on a single stage. This first-of-its kind event is being held on 30th January, 2011 (Sunday) at Shriram Gateway, GST Road, Perungalathur (Opp. Railway Station) from 6:00 pm onwards.
Naadha Vaibhavam is a unique programme that has been conceived by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar to honour and showcase the rich, musical tradition of Chennai.
The objective of ‘Naadha Vaibhavam’ is to bring the nuances of classical music across all strata of society and to offer a deep spiritual experience that goes beyond entertainment and individual virtuosic display to tap the spiritual reserves in performer and listener.
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Founder of The Art of Living Foundation, which has always recognized music as Sangita Yoga as a profound and potent way of combating aggression and violence and promotes inner harmony and world peace, says, “Spirituality and music, together, can uplift people, get them out of depression and help them start a new life with enthusiasm. For a stress-free life, you have to embrace both these facets”.
The event will be live webcast at Chennaionline. For more information, please call at 99623 09838 or visit www.naadhavaibhavam.in.
Here’s a mixed selection of some very interesting panel discussions coming fresh from the MIDEM 2011 – MIDEMNET (22nd-26th January ’11) in Cannes…
All videos are hosted by the official “MIDEM Youtube Channel” ( http://www.youtube.com/user/midem )
Panel: Reinventing the Music Biz | MidemNet 2011
Speakers: Jeff Castelaz, CEO, Dangerbird / The Pablove Foundation (USA)Mathieu Drouin, Founder, Crystal Math Management (Canada)Toby Langley, Founder, Transgressive & Rockfeedback / Creative Director, LoveLive (UK)Emily White, co-Founder, Whitesmith Entertainment (USA)
Moderator: Virginie Berger, Founder and Music Strategist, Don’t Believe the Hype (France)
A new music generation is driving the industry forward. With a more holistic business vision, they are embracing all avenues for revenue generation for their artists. Talented music executives discussed the type of business organisation needed to support artists, and how to make a living in today’s music industry
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Panel: Digital Services & Authors’ Society Partnerships – MIDEM 2011
Speakers: Robert Ashcroft, Chief Excutive, PRS for music (UK)Mitko Chatalbashev, Director for European Affairs, CISAC/BIEM (Hungary)Axel Dauchez, CEO, Deezer (France)Catherine Kerr-Vignale, Deputy Director, SACEM (France)Steve Purdham, CEO & Founder Investor, We7 (UK)
Moderator: Emmanuel Legrand, Journalist & Media Consultant (UK)
Authors’ societies have a history of helping online and mobile services to access the largest possible music repertoire. This session focused on the conditions necessary to make these licensing deals viable for all parties with the perspectives from both sides and on the solutions at the European level. This conference continues at the World Copyright Summit, taking place June 7-8, 2011, in Brussels.
——————— Panel: The Next 200 Years of Music Publishing – MIDEM 2011
Speakers: Ed Averdieck, Director, Real World (UK)Laurence Le Ny, Head of Music Content, Orange (France)Arnold Mabunda, Music Publisher, Gallo Music Publishers (South Africa)Hartwig Masuch, CEO, BMG Rights Management (Germany)Mary Megan Peer, VP Business Development, peermusic (USA)
Moderator:Jane Dyball, SVP International Legal & Business Affairs, Warner/Chappell Music (UK)
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Panel: Opportunities in Social Music Gaming MIDEM 2011
Speakers: Charles Hudson, Co-Author, Inside Virtual Goods (USA)Juha Hynynen, CEO, SongHi Entertainment (Finland)Keith Lee, CEO & Co-Founder, Booyah (USA)Albin Serviant, CEO, MXP4 (France)Jonathan Shambroom, Chief Product Officer, Ning (USA)
Moderator: Ralph Simon, CEO, The Mobilium Advisory Group/Chairman Emeritus & Founder, Mobile Entertainment Forum — Americas (USA)
Social music games represent an entertaining, interactive music listening experience. They offer a unique platform to market and monetise music to an audience of immersed fans. Here, key players in the field discussed new opportunities in social music gaming entertainment.
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Panel: Music & Brands’ Innovative Partnerships | MIDEM 2011
Speakers: Katrina McMullan, Senior Counsel Music & Entertainment, Mattel (USA)Julie Nollet, International Communications Manager, Hennessy (France)Joan Sardà Masia, New Projects Director, Mahou San Miguel Group (Spain)Christoph Scobel, Head of Music Cooperation, New Yorker (Germany)Steve Swenson, Global Brand Manager, TDK Life On Record (USA)Stefano Taboga, Global Head of Digital Marketing, Diesel (Italy)
Moderator: Daniel Glass, Founder, President & CEO, Glassnote Entertainment Group (USA)
Key executives from respected consumer brands explained why music is, more than ever, a key channel to engage with consumers. They also unveiled their recipes to achieve ‘win-win’ partnerships with the music industry.
——————— Manager Summit: Optimising Opportunities for Artists | MIDEM 2011
Speakers: Stephen Lumsden, Managing Director, Intermusica (UK)Stephen Wright, Chairman and Head of Artist Management, ICA (UK)
Managing artists and expectations in these more difficult times is a challenge but there are also opportunities not least to take stock of the core values that matter in developing an artist’s career. Marketing and PR is surely a recession-busting strategy but how important is it and what should one bear in mind?
——————— Manager Summit: Anthony Addis & Jamie Kitman: Managing Muse & OK Go | MIDEM 2011
Speaker: Anthony Addis, Manager of Muse & Director, Brontone (UK)Jamie Kitman, Manager of OK Go & President, The Hornblow Group (USA)
Moderator: Bill Werde, Editor in Chief, Billboard (USA)
With record labels just keeping abreast of sound recording usage and sales, tracking artists’ presence is more challenging than ever for managers. Experienced managers unveiled which sectors — records, digital, sync or live — and platforms are essential to artists’ success, and how to monetise them
——————— Manager Summit: 10 Commandments for Successfully Running a Label | MIDEM 2011
Speakers: Fredrik Ekander, Owner, Cosmos Music Group (Sweden) Motoko Fujii, Executive Producer, Solitary Man Records (Japan) Daniel Glass, Founder, President & CEO, Glassnote Entertainment Group (USA) James Pitt, Director of Promotions, Your Army Management (UK)Yvan Taïeb, Co-Founder, Roy Music (France)
Moderator: Emmanuel Legrand, Journalist & Media Consultant (UK)
Much has been written about the demise of record labels, but a new breed of entrepreneurs still believes there is a room and a business for labels. Label executives who have successfully launched record labels in today’s digital environment shared their experience and provide valuable expertise and tips.
While India is celebrating its 62nd Republic Day with great pomp, show and grace and is making full use of the opportunity to showcase its achievements and the pride of states; do we know everything that needs to be known as a proud Indian?
How many among us, even the so-called patriotic among us fully understand the meaning of Republic Day? What it stands for and how different it is from Independence Day?
As we all know India had to fight hard to attain independence and many lives were lost in the struggle for Independence. Under the able leadership of Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru and Maulana Azad and many others India fought a fair battle uplifting the principles of Ahimsa.
OneIndia has taken the duty upon itself to enlighten readers on the importance of Republic Day and what it means for the large number of Indians spread across the globe.
The Republic Day was first celebrated when the Constitution of India came into existence and India formulated an establishment to rule themselves. This constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, when India became a Republic. Therefore India celebrates this anniversary on January 26 as India’s Republic Day. The day is also celebrated to honour the ‘Declaration of Independence of 1930′ from the British Rule.
While there exists uncertainties in the minds of many on the difference between Independence Day and Republic Day, the most apparent difference being that while Independence Day dwells upon the past and remembers the struggles and achievements of the yore; Republic Day is an occasion for renewing of the pledge and the golden words in the Constitution is highlighted.
Another more visible difference being that while Independence Day is mostly rhetoric-based, Republic Day is an out-and-out visual spectacle with no speeches.
Hope we have been able to give you a better idea on the importance of the Republic Day and an insight into the transition of India from a British Dominion to a republic on January 26, 1950.
Happy Republic Day to one and all and let us all be proud to be an Indian.
New Delhi, Jan 26 (PTI) Summoning the spirits of patriotism and unity, Bollywood stars like Salman Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Vivek Oberoi have called on fans to make India a better country this 62nd Republic Day.
The stars took to micro-blogging site Twitter to wish everybody and express their vision of a better India.
“Freedom is not worth having if it does not include the freedom to make mistakes. Happy Republic Day guys,” tweeted Salman, adding, “Corruption hattao (remove) guys, we are all guilty of it. Lene waala bhi aur dene waala bhi (The one who takes and also the one who gives)”
“Happy Republic Day! May God Bless our land with greater resilience, peace and prosperity! And may we all respect it,” Bachchan wrote on his Twitter page.
Vivek posted, “We are one nation, with one vision and one identity, together we stand tall, together we stand united and together we are proud to be Indian! Happy Republic Day.”
“Express your true patriotism and what”s in your heart, celebrate Republic Day in its true spirit. Go out there and find an Indian in need… you have the strength and power to help. Bring a smile to a person’s face, make a difference, improve your India… as Gandhiji said, be the change you want to see in the world. The future of this great nation lies in our hands,” he added.
Actress Shilpa Shetty echoed Salman”s sentiments, posting, “Freedom isn”t selective, it is either complete, unfettered or it is not freedom. Celebrate your rights. Happy Republic day.”
“Today is a day of national pride. So, let”s not speak of our present politicians. Jai Hind,” wrote veteran singer Asha Bhosle.
“Happy Republic Day my fellow Indians. May we always know that being an Indian is the best thing that happened to us. Jai Hind!,” posted actor Anupam Kher.
True to her chirpy nature, actress Preity Zinta brought in the holiday mood, writing, “Happy Republic day guys ! JAI HIND !!!! Today is all about watching the republic day parade & chilling at home!” PTI BB
Print this page Email this page Government ministers, businessmen, officials and staff from the Indian High Commission gathered at India House this morning to mark India’s 62nd Republic day celebrations.
Indian High Commissioner to Fiji, Vinod Kumar also conveyed the message of India’s President Pratibha Patil to the people of India and to those living abroad.
Kumar said the President also highlighted on the importance of moving forward in Education and Agricultural sector. (There is an audio file attached to this story. Please login to listen here.)
Meanwhile, Attorney General and Tourism Minister Aiyaz Sayed Khaiyum said these celebrations are important for any country.
He also said Fiji wants to strengthen its relationship with India. (There is an audio file attached to this story. Please login to listen here.)
Fiji is the first country in the world to do the flag raising ceremony this morning.
The country’s vibrant cultural heritage, its impressive achievements and military might are on a majestic display today as India celebrates its 62nd Republic Day.
Celebration of India’s sovereignty amidst the colours of life is what Republic Day celebrations are all about.
The patriotic fervour of people on this day brings the whole country together even in all Her diversity.
This picture gallery throws light on the Republic Day festivities and brings out India’s myriad cultures and traditions to the fore.
62nd Republic Day of India (26th Jan 2011) - Source: NDTV.com
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