IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY

Sisters in Harmony Book Expo

2011-06-25T09:39:00.000-07:00

WORKSHOPS AND BOOK SIGNINGS

FYI COMMUNICATIONS, INC.

Celebrating 14 years of service!

Sisters in Harmony Photo Shoot and BOOK EXPO

Saturday, July 23, 2011
8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Courtyard Miami Coconut Grove
2649 South Bayshore
Drive, Miami, FL, 33133

305-858-2500

www.sistersinharmonystore.com

Tickets $10 Reserve for Will Call

For info email Tracy L. Moore at tra3moo@aol.com or
President & Co-Founder Edmund
Umoja Herman at edsih121@yahoo.com

WEEKLY BROADCAST INFORMATION
Show Time: 8-9 p.m. EST - Every Thursday

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Call-in number: 917.889.7765

Read my book

2010-03-24T19:57:00.000-07:00

2010 Looks Promising!

2010-03-23T05:24:00.000-07:00

This year started off with a bang!

So far, I've performed in Fort Lauderdale (Jan 14), Kingston, Jamaica (Feb 26), Jamaica NY (Mar 4), Corona NY (Mar 6) and Harlem NY (Mar 7 & 9)

Our non-profit WIJSF, INC. is in line to receive a grant for COMMUNITY MUSICWOMEN in May/June

See all my performances at my website.

U.S. Embassy donates Joan's books to schools

2010-03-13T11:49:00.000-08:00

During my stay in Kingston, Jamaica, where I performed for the U.S. Embassy's Blues on the Green Concert on February 26, 2010, I visited two primary schools: Linstead and Windwood Road, where I shared my books with several students ages 10-14. They sang songs from my book SONGS FOR MY CHILDREN, specifically, "Butterfly" and "Funky Monkey". I shared the stories of AMAZING MUSICWOMEN and the advice and guidance from my book SO, YOU WANT TO BE A SINGER? A manual for up-and-coming Divas, composers and musicians.

The U.S. Embassy purchased 16 of each book for a total of 48 books to donate to the two schools (8 each). This is such an honor for me and the music teacher at Windward Road Primary told me that she really appreciated my talking with the students about the business of music. She said she emphasized the business side of music and my talk was confirmation of what she's been instilling in the students.

The concert was a blast. I performed with the Maurice Gordon Quartet and the Blues was just wonderful as the audience sang along with me to their delight and to mine, "Oh, Baby!" See photos at: www.joancartwright.com

I enjoyed the four days I spent on this island in the sun. The people were very friendly and the embassy staff took care of me, calling me "Diva" at every turn!

I was a guest on three radio shows with Diane Thomas (KOOL.FM), Michael Anthony Cuff (Power 106 FM) and Allan Magnus and Paula Ann Porter (RJR). Then, I was on TV with hosts Neville Bell and Simon Crosskill on the morning television show "Smile, Jamaica" and "CVM at Sunrise" with Miss Jamaica, who had attended one of our concerts in Lauderhill, Florida, in 2009. What a coincidence!

Many thanks to Angella Harvey and Fern Whyte of the U.S. Embassy for this extraordinary experience!

Links:

See all of my books:http://fyicomminc.com/books.html

Books by Diva JC

2009-08-28T13:27:00.001-07:00

Write Your Life Workshop with Diva JC

2009-06-16T01:18:00.001-07:00

Diva Joan Cartwright will teach a creative writing workshops in Assisi, Italy, in July-August 2009 and Fort Lauderdale, FL, in September-October 2009

Register for a two or four-week intensive writing workshop in Assisi, Italy with musician, composer, poet and author Diva Joan Cartwright, author of 9 books: 3 poetry, 2 manuals on musicians and musicianship, memoirs, history and 2 music books. [http://stores.lulu.com/divajc] [www.redroom.com/member/divajc]

Joan’s workshop explores the creative process involved in structuring lyrics and poetry; researching biographical material; interviewing as research; journaling as storytelling; travel writing and gathering historical data.

Classes run from July 18 to August 18, 2009. For information and registration: www.artworkshopintl.com

2009-03-11T13:13:00.001-07:00

Here are photos from our events to date in 2009
http://ping.fm/7p7eH

The Fearless Blog: Joan Cartwright: Jazz Singer , Composer and Author

2009-02-09T15:59:00.000-08:00

The Fearless Blog: Joan Cartwright: Jazz Singer , Composer and Author
Thanks to Marlene Cueto for this blog entry

See photos by Joseph Ricco at this link http://mdcnmedia.smugmug.com/gallery/7266714_RUrAt#467126794_vWNsB
Here's the video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChwW_M09LXA

J. R. CartwrightFounder, Executive Director
Women In Jazz South Florida, Inc.
Oakland Park, FL
wijsf@yahoo.com

On Tue, 2/3/09, wrote:
From: Ricco, Joseph Subject: photo siteTo: wijsf@yahoo.comDate: Tuesday, February 3, 2009, 4:28 PM
www.mdc.edu/north/mediaservices
then look for the events photo button on left side of the page

More books by Joan Cartwright

2009-01-06T06:58:00.000-08:00

By December 31, 2008, I published 6 more books on www.lulu.com

BOOKS BY JOAN

2008-12-19T21:15:00.000-08:00

How you can help

Please call or visit your local library and ask the librarian to order a copy of these THREE books for circulation.

IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY by Joan Cartwright
ISBN: 978-1412059183
Paperback: 385 pages
Available at: www.fyicomminc.com/inpursuit.htm
and www.trafford.com/05-0819
Publisher: Trafford; First edition (May 30, 2006)
Language: English
Product Dimensions: 10.6 x 8.2 x 1.1 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds

In a 30-year span, jazz vocalist and composer Joan Cartwright has become a Diva in her own right. She's toured in 15 countries and has written over 60 songs. The book contains two lectures: Amazing Women in Jazz and Blues AND So, You Want To Be A Singer? Also in the book are 35 poems and 40 songs by Diva JC, plus her memoirs and loads of photographs with jazz greats!

SO, YOU WANT TO BE A SINGER? A manual for up-and-coming Divas, musicians and composers
by Diva Joan Cartwright
ISBN: 978-0-557-03324-9
Available at: stores.lulu.com/divajc
Copyright: © 2008 Joan Cartwright Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United States
Edition: First

SONGS FOR MY CHILDREN by Joan Cartwright
ISBN: 978-0-557-01298-5
Available at: stores.lulu.com/divajc
Rights Owner: Joan Cartwright
Copyright: © 2008 Joan Cartwright Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United States
Edition: First

Contact Joan Cartwright:
www.wijsf.com or www.fyicomminc.com
fyicomminc@yahoo.com
954-607-7471 SKYPE: divajc
www.divajc.com

New book from Diva JC

2008-12-15T10:28:00.001-08:00

This year has been very productive. I've just completed my fifth book.
See all my books at this link: www.fyicomminc.com/books/jc-books.htm

My first book and CD, IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY is available at this link: www.fyicomminc.com/inpursuit.htm

The other four books are available at stores.lulu.com/divajc

I am available for book signings and lecture/concert on WOMEN IN JAZZ.

Email me at musicwoman08@yahoo.com or wijsf@yahoo.com

Borders Book Tour

2008-09-23T21:26:00.000-07:00

Diva JC will begin a book tour at Borders Book Stores on Nov 8

For details go to www.fyicomminc.com/events/calendar08.htm

Women in Jazz in Encyclopedia

2008-09-23T21:18:00.000-07:00

Joan Cartwright's entries on Women in Jazz are part of the

Encyclopedia of the African Diaspora (ABC Clio 2008)

Available on Amazon.com

Edited by Dr. Carole Boyce-Davies

New Book from Diva JC

2008-09-23T21:15:00.001-07:00

Available now for 12.95 at lulu.com

RHYTHMS OF THE HEART

by Diva Joan Cartwright

12 love poems

MUSIC CLASS

2007-09-29T09:15:00.001-07:00

Diva JC is a Music Teacher at a charter school in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Her book, IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY chronicles her jazz career in South Florida and Europe; lots of photos; artwork by Charles Mills; two lectures; 35 poems and 40 songs written over a 30-year span.

Order your copy today at www.trafford.com/05-0819
Order directly from Ms. Cartwright
Get an autographed book from the author
Hear Diva JC's recordings
Book Ms. Cartwright
Puzzle #1 - Musical Words
My School Site

Your comments and suggestions are welcomed!

Well Wishers

2007-09-28T13:15:00.000-07:00

Joan Cartwright is a phoenix! Always reborn from the ashes never stopped by old frozen paradigms. Teacher you have always been because you know. Happy are those students that will benefit from the treasure you are. May they be sophisticated enough to dig it. Bravo! -- Babacar M'Bow, Broward Library, Florida

Dear Joan:

I heard you are back in Florida. Hope all is well, and glad to hear that you're teaching music. I hope your students realize how fortunate they are to have a teacher like you.

I'm still working with the Florida Youth Orchestra, you can log on to find out more. Peace, love, and always flowers, Deb

Hi Joan,
Finally I have time now to sit and write to you without any pressure , its 7:25 in the morning and the school is very very quite... nice...

I'm happy that you have started a new musical adventure teaching Middle School students Im more than sure that they will have lot's of good music and fun learning with you.

Very nice lesson about what is music I enjoyed reading it. Thank you for the information and the link about the program and the link we will have a look on it and start something soon, now Patrick is in Singapore as soon he comes back I'll meet him.

We are organizing the visit of Joseph Curiale an american composer in November probably.

I have made a website of the music Department and of course I include your picture !
if you want to have a look this is the address http://web.mac.com/tismusic
click on the MYP (Middle Years Program) and there are 2 photos .

Hope we can organize something together through this [BECON] program.
Wish you all the best in your new career and I'm here for what ever you need from Japan : )
Sincerely,
Miguel Arambulo, Tokyo International School

Same career, but now you will be empowering the spirit of your love for Jazz into the hearts and minds of the future. Many blessings be upon you Joan. -- Dr. J.A. Salaam

Congratulations! Go Diva - Go Diva - Go Diva!!! -- Raining Deer, Author

Well you go lady! Get your teaching on do your thing!!!!!!!!!!!!! I’m very happy for you and guess what? It’s about time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Love ya! -- Juanita Hernandez

Hello Joan, I am soooo happy for you. I pray that you will be happy and prosperous in your new career. May God shower his many blessings upon you always. Love and Kisses, Sandra Kaye

HOW WONDERFUL! Joan, you taught me one of the biggest lessons when we were in Atlanta. It was this:

You played a beautiful piece on your piano and said absolutely nothing as you just flowed with the beautiful sounds. We were very impressed with the music and made it a point to share with you how beautiful it was - While you were playing. Yet it was these words that made a lasting impact (Paraphrasing):

I just played my life for you, and you talked through it. The lesson learned was this, no matter how impressed you may be with one's work, and how many accolades you give, the most impressive to the one sharing is your undivided attention and your ability to listen.

You are a wonderful teacher, Joan, and may Almighty God bless you with much success! Thank you for imparting your God given wisdom. Have a great day! -- Sister Kendra

Im so happy for you, good luck on your adventure and have fun! -- Michael J. Serrano

Hi Joan, Congrats and best wishes for a successful new career. Ginny

IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY by Joan Cartwright

2007-09-28T10:58:00.001-07:00

Diva JC is the new Music Teacher at a charter school in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Her book, IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY chronicles her jazz career in South Florida and Europe; lots of photos; artwork by Charles Mills; two lectures; poetry and songs written over a 30-year span.

Order your copy today at www.trafford.com/05-0819
or buy directly from the author at www.fyicomminc.com/files/inpursuit.htm