[FA Worldmusic] North American World Music Coalition

[derek andrews]

>I am obviously am out of the loop regarding the NA presenters Coalition as
>to who the board or steering committee is and am unclear regarding the
>differences regarding emails I receive from NA presenters as opposed to ones
>emanating from FA worldwide -

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hi marguerite,

i'll try to assist you on your question.  it is important to use 
correct language when describing these various organizations.  Ian 
Menzies (Calgary) is the current chair of the incorporated (501C-3) 
non profit organization developed to advance / advocate for the 
interests of world music in north america.

http://www.worldmusiccoalition.org/  ian at menziesmixedmedia.com

i would suggest that an open email listserv discussion group is not 
the place to sanction action that you've suggested.  if that is 
determined to be the business of NAWMC it would be a discreet 
decision done in camera with a formal proposal, vote and an 
evaluation on whether it is or isn't the business / mission of the 
organization.

since you've been subscribed to the ad hoc listserv for North 
American (world music) Presenters since its inception, you shouldn't 
be confused that is enjoys no incorporation, board, chair or means to 
take the action you suggest.  bill bragin and i co-host that private 
email list for the advancement of world music booking business.

there is no such thing as the NA presenters Coalition.

give ian or another pal a call and see if there is momentum for your idea.

all the best,
derek.

>all that aside - Is it not possible to respond
>as a community via a letter written by the steering committee on behalf of
>these list serves?

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