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I help people enhance their lives with music!

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Making the world sound good :)

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May 25

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Summerglen - Original Trombone and Marimba Music at Wake Forest Coffee at Wake Forest Coffee Company

March 8, 2013 from 7:30pm to 9:30pm

Come hear Summerglen, the world's only trombone and marimba duo, at Wake Forest Coffee on Friday, March 8th from 7:30-9:30pm. Summerglen will treat you to an evening of beautiful and inspiring original music at the coolest coffeehouse in Wake Forest. The show is free, and fun for all ages! Wake Forest Coffee is located at 156 South White Street in Wake Forest. See you there!For more information about Summerglen, please visit…See More

Feb 26

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Gaynor Fries, 919 Director commented on Christina Thompson's event Summerglen Trombone and Marimba Duo at Common Grounds

"Great location! We have a kid event that evening, but I'm going to try and come by after and catch the last part of the performance."

Jan 28

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Summerglen Trombone and Marimba Duo at Common Grounds at Common Grounds Coffeehouse

February 8, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm

Come check out Summerglen, the world's only trombone and marimba duo, as they give their first performance in Apex! Summerglen will treat you to an evening of beautiful and inspiring original music on Friday, February 8 from 7-9pm at Common Grounds Coffeehouse. The show is free, and fun for all ages! Common Grounds is located at 219 N. Salem St. Ste 101, Apex, NC. See you there!See More

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Summerglen Trombone and Marimba Duo at Common Grounds at Common Grounds Coffeehouse

February 8, 2013 from 7pm to 9pm

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Summerglen - Original Trombone and Marimba Music at the Royal Bean at Royal Bean Coffeehouse

January 12, 2013 from 8pm to 10pm

Come check out Summerglen, the world’s only trombone and marimba duo, at the Royal Bean on Saturday, January 12th from 8-10pm. Summerglen will treat you to an evening of beautiful and inspiring original music—and at this show, we’ll premiere several brand-new tunes! The show is free, and fun for all ages! For more information about Summerglen, please visit http://www.facebook.com/summerglen.music See More

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Dec 24, 2012

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Summerglen - Live Trombone and Marimba Music at Las Margaritas at Las Margaritas

November 23, 2012 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Finish off your Black Friday with some excellent food and relaxing music at Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant on Six Forks Road in Raleigh! Summerglen, Raleigh's favorite trombone and marimba duo, will treat you to a smooth blend of beautiful, hypnotic original music and well-loved classics. See you there--6:30-8:30pm on Friday, November 23rd!See More

Nov 19, 2012

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About my Business:: Summerglen Music is dedicated to helping people of all ages discover, develop, and enjoy their signature musical sound in a positive environment. I am a full-time professional musician offering private music lessons on low brass and percussion instruments, musical workshops, custom recordings, and live music for special events.

I'm also the founder of Women Embracing Creativity, a growing movement of women who are dedicated to uncovering and embracing their true creative talents. Through my book Women Embracing Creativity: Unleashing Your Inner Artist, the 8-week Women Embracing Creativity course, and monthly playgroups, I strive to help people tap into the joys of creative play!

About Me:: I am a professional trombonist living in the Raleigh area. I've been performing a variety of musical styles for 20 years, and I especially enjoy sharing my music with the community and showing people how to tap into their own creativity through retreats, courses, and private lessons. I live near Six Forks Road with my husband Andrew, and our mischievous cat Velvet, and our silly rabbit Buster.

My Ideal Referral is:: 1. People who would like elegant, unique music for dinner parties, open houses, and other special events.

2. Brides- and Grooms-to-be who are planning small to medium sized weddings in North Carolina.

3. Middle- and high-school students who play trombone, baritone, or percussion and would like to improve their skills.

4. Teens and adults who are interested in learning more about music or who want to be more creative.

My Ideal Referral Partner is:: For live music: People who work in the wedding or special event industries, People in charge of booking activities/entertainment for businesses and organizations, Realtors who want to make their next open house special with music.

For music lessons: Parents of kids who are in the school band, Homeschooling parents interested in adding music to their children's studies, Adults and kids who are interested in learning to play brass or percussion instruments.

For creativity workshops: Women in any field who feel like they work too hard and play too little, Female entrepreneurs who would like to beef up their business by exploring their creative sides, retirees who are looking for something fun to do.

Who referred you to inSide919?: Pat Howlett

Website:: http://www.summerglen-music.com

Blog Address:: http://www.summerglen-music.com/blog

Linkedin Address:: http://www.linkedin.com/in/summerglenmusic

Facebook Business Page:: http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=892210480&ref=profile

Your Twitter Page:: http://www.twitter.com/summerglen

Summerglen Songs

Why I Quit: The Freelancer's Anthem, a Summerglen original

Soft, Lush, and Green, a Summerglen original

Andante by W. A. Mozart

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Countdown to Launch! - Part 7 - Aiming for the Target

Posted on June 4, 2009 at 8:25am 0 Comments 0 Likes

Hello, again, 919 friends! Welcome to the second-to-last post in my series counting down from rough ideas to published book...and beyond. Today is all about reaping the benefits of careful planning, specifically, knowing my book's target market.

Early in the countdown, my thoughts on book marketing were fueled by the wide-eyed excitement that comes when you've just put the finishing touches on a huge project (that could potentially help a lot of people). I started down the road of… Read More

Countdown to Launch! - Part 6 - Events

Posted on May 13, 2009 at 12:19pm 0 Comments 0 Likes

Welcome back! Here's Part 6 in my series counting down from rough ideas to published book...and beyond. This is one of the last posts in this series, as the book's launch is imminent!

One of the best ways I've found to promote my business and raise awareness about my services is to hold events. In my experience, events have been much easier to market than my company's services, simply because events give people something to do and provide participants with valuable information (often… Read More

Countdown to Launch! - Part 5b - The Women Embracing Creativity Hall of Fame

Posted on May 5, 2009 at 10:26am 1 Comment 0 Likes

Welcome back! As I described in yesterday's blog post, support from my friends and colleagues has been a vital part of my book-writing countdown. Yesterday, I shared how the 919 network lent itself to bringing my ideas to fruition, and today, I focus on the people who rolled up their sleeves and helped. Drumroll, please....

The Women Embracing Creativity Hall of Fame Inductees… Read More

Countdown to Launch! - Part 5a - An Inside919 Top Five

Posted on May 4, 2009 at 10:33am 2 Comments 0 Likes

Greetings! Welcome to Part 5a in my series of blog posts counting down from rough ideas to published book. Today and tomorrow, we talk 919ers. One of the chief needs creative beings have is support, especially when we're in the midst of an extended project like writing a book. I'm happy to say that, throughout my writing process, I received a tremendous amount of support from this network. Inside919 has truly grown into a Chamber of Relationships, and the sense of community here has given my… Read More

Countdown to Launch! - Part 4 - CreateSpace and Lulu Pros & Cons

Posted on April 28, 2009 at 9:30am 4 Comments 0 Likes

Hello 919 friends! Welcome to part 4 of my series of blog posts counting down from rough idea to published book. One important part of the countdown for anyone who wants to write a book is figuring out how to publish your work. Even if you know you're going the self-publishing route, you still have many choices about which self-publishing service you'll use. Today, I'll share my experience with two self-publishing companies: CreateSpace and Lulu.

CreateSpace: After just… Read More

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At 11:40am on December 22, 2012, Pat Howlett said…: Hey Christina, want to take a minute and personally Thank you! for being Inside919, I wish you and yours Happy Holidays, a Very Merry Christmas and the Most Successful 2013 possible.

I promise to increase my efforts around here to increase your visibility, reputation and business connections. Let me know whenever I can be of help.

At 12:15am on October 24, 2012, Darlene Diamond Stibb said…: Christina - it was so nice to meet you today. Hope you can join us again soon. I just sent you an email with the info I promise. Look forward to hearing you and Andrew perform!

At 7:45am on October 17, 2012, Pat Howlett said…: Happy Birthday Christina, hope you can go do something fun and celebrate :)

At 12:02pm on March 20, 2012, Pat Howlett said…: Hey Christina, as one of our 1st "Insiders" you can now take part in the Article Marketing and Referral Marketing Training - hope it helps and let me know what you think. [just click the "Join" botton to access]

At 3:15pm on March 9, 2012, Pat Howlett said…: Hey Christina, I've just bestowed on you the new membership title of "Insider", you will notice that your Profile Photo has a new "Badge" and you're on a new page.

I shot you an email about this yesterday and am simply following up here to let you know. This is a way of me Thanking!! you for the help you've provided to me and the network in the past. I'll share more as I get closer to introducing this option. In the meantime - Thanks!!

At 12:56pm on November 7, 2011, Pat Howlett said…: Hey Christina, wanted to Personally invite you to not only "Like" the ComeOnInside Facebook Page but also post a link to "YOUR" Facebook Business Page or Website on the Comment Wall. I hope to continue to bring more visibility to all Insiders by extending our reach.

A Linkedin Group and National Directory are coming soon. :)

Hope it helps!

At 9:31am on October 17, 2011, Pat Howlett said…: Happy Happy Birthday Christina, make it a great day and do something you really enjoy :)

At 11:53am on December 30, 2010, Pat Howlett said…: Hello Christina, Wanted to take a minute and help you make your Profile more effective in 2011. When time permits take a look at this short video that will show you how to move content boxes around your profile. I know that this will help others get to know you and connect.

At 9:02am on October 17, 2010, Pat Howlett said…: Yo Girl... Happy Birthday - hope you're able to do something you really enjoy today or simply kick back :)

At 9:18pm on January 14, 2010, Pat Howlett said…: Hey Christina, lost your original photo - please send me one to pat@insidenetworx.com so I can edit and get back to you.