With all that life throws at us, we all could use a little help from our friends…and music! New York City-based singer-songwriter Kiyomi Hawley endured a big life transition where she literally extracted herself from a “cult” and channeled all […]
The New York Singer Songwriter’s Circle hosted yet another awesome Young Performer’s Night last Monday evening. Renowned vocal coach and singer-songwriter Tina Shafer hosted the event, showcasing some of the nation’s finest young talent at the legendary Bitter End in […]
Every year, the New York Songwriter’s Circle hosts an annual Christmas celebration at The Bitter End. Tina Shafer, the head of ceremonies and founder of the NYSC, curates the performance, gathering talents from the present and past, known and unknown, […]
The New York Songwriters Circle, a 24-year old institution hosted by Tina Shafer, boasts a staggering list of pop stars (Lana Del Ray, Avril Lavigne, Norah Jones, Vanessa Carlton) all of whom have cultivated their distinctive voices through Shafer’s world-class […]
I had the honor and pleasure of interviewing highly esteemed songwriter and vocal coach Tina Shafer after her annual Holiday New York Songwriters Circle on December 15, 2014, at The Bitter End in New York City. Here, Ms. Shafer shares her […]
By Pia Finnigan While watching Tina Shafer host an evening of musical entertainment, it is not hard to realize why this showcase of emerging and seasoned performers is still going strong into its 25th season. Not a first timer to […]
