Shop Your Music To Major Label A&R's At The 2010 A&R Power Summit On May 22nd-May23rd, 2010 In NYC

(Billboard Publicity Wire) April 3, 2010 -- Urban Threshold Enterprises Inc. is

proud to present the 2010 A&R Power Summit on May 22nd - May 23rd at the world famous Helen Mills Theater in NYC.

The Music Industry Redefined The A&R Power Summit is one of the most vital music conferences in America. It is the only conference that focuses on the role of the A&R. Each year A&R representatives from the top labels come together to discuss the important issues affecting the music industry today.

After 6 very successful years, Urban Threshold Inc. continues to make it their top priority to bring together music professionals, artists, DJ's, fans, media outlets and more to network, build relationships and celebrate the culture and business of urban music.

The A&R Power Summit combines the elements of a music conference, an informational seminar, demo shopping program and an entertainment showcase into one lively event. It also provides an invaluable talent search resource to the music industry professionals present.

For the past 6 years, some of the music industry's most influential decision makers have gathered at The A&R Power Summit to share their music business expertise with the summit's attendees.

The Summit has boasted a who's who of music industry executives. Past Panelists include: Jeff Dixon, Co-CEO of Disturbing Tha Peace, Chivon Dean, President of Ruff Ryders, Jeff Robinson, CEO of MBK Management (Alicia Keys Manager), Bryan Leach, President of Pologround Records, Sha Money XL, CEO of Money Management, Lenny S, VP of A&R of Def Jam, Riggs Morales, Director of A&R of Shady Records, Dre McKenzie, Director of A&R of G-Unit, Tone Capone, VP of Universal, Wayne Williams, VP Of A&R of Jive Records, Super Producer 88 Keys, Super Producer Amadeus, Rapper Maino & Much Much More.

Universal Music Publishing Group Signs American Idol Winner Kris Allen

LOS ANGELES, April 15 Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG) today announced the signing of an exclusive world-wide publishing agreement with American Idol winner Kris Allen. The publishing deal encompasses Kris Allen's self-titled album as well as future works during the term of the agreement.
"I look forward to a long and prosperous relationship with Monti Olson and the creative staff at

Universal Music Publishing Group," said Kris Allen.
"I am proud that a songwriter of Kris' caliber would choose to make Universal Music Publishing Group his home. I look forward to the future with Kris," said Monti Olson, Senior Vice President, A&R, Universal Music Publishing Group.
Kris Allen's post-Idol self-titled album was released in November 2009 through Jive Records, hitting Top 20 on the Billboard 200 and Top 10 on Top Digital Albums. Kris collaborated with UMPG's The Script on his first single "Live Like We're Dying" and "Written All Over My Face."
Kris' path to victory on American Idol included memorable performances of Bill Withers' "Ain't No Sunshine," Michael Jackson's "Man in the Mirror" and Kanye West's "Heartless." Kris was praised by the judges for his original arrangements of such well-known songs.
Managed by Stirling McIlwaine, Kris Allen joins UMPG's successful roster of artists including past Idol contestants the multi-platinum Chris Daughtry and new signing Jason Castro.

Grand Canyon University's Education Degree Comes with Field Experience

Grand Canyon University's College of Education offers students the unique opportunity to gain real world experience well they are earning their education degree. The College of

Education offers students a number of opportunities to gain hands on experience and offers students resources that help facilitate this process.

Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) February 22, 2010 -- Grand Canyon University's College of Education offers students the unique opportunity to gain real world experience well they are earning their education degree (http://coe.gcu.edu). The College of Education offers students a number of opportunities to gain hands on experience and offers students resources that help facilitate this process.

"Our goal at Grand Canyon University is to prepare our students for positions in the real world," said Bill Jenkins, Grand Canyon University's Executive Director of the Office of Institutional Advancement. "Our education program does an incredible job of providing students the opportunity to gain field experience and preparing them for the challenges they will face in the workplace."

College of Education students take part in Student Teaching, which is a full-time one semester long assignment that occurs after a student has completed their coursework in their respective program of study. The purpose of Student Teaching is for the candidate to demonstrate mastery of Arizona's Professional Teacher Standards as well as Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium standards.

Students pursuing an education degree are aided in this process by the university's Office of Field Experience, which facilitates the placement of student teachers completing undergraduate degree in education as well as graduate student seeking their masters degree in education.

The College of Education also offers hands on experience through practicum. In order to establish on-going connections between what students learn in their courses, some courses require practicum hours. The university highly encourages students pursuing an education degree to perform their practicum hours in diverse settings. For example, if the practicum hours for one course were performed in a 3rd grade class the practicum hours for the next course will be performed in a 7th or 8th grade class.

Grand Canyon University (http://www.gcu.edu) is Arizona's private university. Since 1949, Grand Canyon University College of Education has maintained a strong reputation as a quality Teacher's College. You can choose from a large variety of educational programs, including TESOL, elementary, secondary, special education and educational administration. Join thousands of other students enrolled in GCU's cutting edge programs, built to meet the diverse needs of today's classrooms.