Official Agenda
All Official Convention events and activities will take place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel at
Free Shuttle Service will be provided between hotel and convention center. Schedule and performers are subject to change.
Friday, August 15
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration/Tejano Convention Store
Hyatt Hotel
Trinity A& B
Available to All Registered Attendees
Hyatt Hotel
Trinity Crossing
Hyatt Hotel
Marsalis Hall
Wachovia "Mi Casita Tejana" Home Ownership Expo
Information on mortgage products, free credit reports and counseling. Win great prizes by playing "So You Want To Be A Homeowner?"
Hyatt Hotel
Marsalis Hall
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ARTIST/MANAGEMENT TRACK
Latin Music Today: State of the Music Industry
An in-depth discussion from a panel of diverse music business professionals on important topics involving the Latin and
Presented by the
Moderator:
Ramiro Burr, Syndicated Columnist, Book Author, and Billboard Correspondent,
Panelists:
David Garcia Jr., Entertainment Attorney
Casey Monahan, Director, State of
Sunny Sauceda, Recording Artist, Vice President, the
Gilbert Velasquez, Producer,
FAN SERIES
ON THE RECORD ARTIST FORUM: LEGENDS OF TEJANO
Jimmy Edward, Johnny Hernandez & Alfonso Ramos
WRITER'S SERIES
Luis Silva: The Art of the Hit Song!
Aspiring writer's will have the opportunity to hear from one of the most prolific writers in the Tejano music industry. Hear first hand what makes a hit song. Question and answer period will allow participants time to exchange thoughts and ideas.
Hyatt Hotel
Marsalis Hall
See your favorite Tejano artists and other local celebrities in the latest Wrangler Western Fashion.
Hyatt Hotel
ARTIST/MANAGEMENT TRACK
MEDIA & PUBLICITY TRACK
Digital Tejano: Web, Internet Radio & Blogs
Advancing & connecting La Onda Tejana are the discussion points as the top internet companies discuss how to have success in new media. Topics covered include band width, picture size, chatroom, blogs, etc. Successful Tejano presence is the topic of the day with this panel.
Moderator:
Panelists:
Dave Biondi, Owner, BNETRadio.com,
Michael Kobus, Executive Producer, Party on the Plaza,
Ramon Sustaita, Jr., Musician,
Rolando Sustaita, Musician,
INDUSTRY TRACK
COUNTRY CROSSINGS: TEJANO AND COUNTRY MUSIC EXPLORING A NEW FRONTIER!
Tejano and Country's music histories come together as one for an in-depth discussion of the unique similarities between the two genres of music. History, case studies and a nod to the future set the stage for opportunities for Tejano artists, as well as Country music growth in the Hispanic market.
Presented in association with the Country Radio Broadcasters
Moderator:
Ramiro Burr, syndicated columnist, book author, and Billboard correspondent,
Panelists:
Jaye Albright, Albright & O'Malley Country Consulting/RadioIQPartner, Bainbridge Island, WA Chris Huff, APD/MD 96.3 KSCS, Dallas, TX
Sean Ross, Vice President of Music Programming,
Ed Salamon, Executive Director, Country Radio Broadcasters,
Rick Trevino, Artist,
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LINDA ESCOBAR with LOS ENMASCARADOS
Hyatt Hotel
Pegasus Alcove
Presented by The
Hyatt Hotel
6:00 PM Registration & Doors Open
AVIZO Houston's Powerhouse with MEGAN LEYVA, VERONICA SUSTAITA, and CANDICE VARGAS
CLASSIC VOICES OF LA ONDA
JIMMY EDWARD, JOHNNY HERNANDEZ, ALFONSO RAMOS, AND SUNNY OZUNA featuring RUDY PALACIOS
TEJANO R.O.O.T.S. HALL OF FAME
SUNNY SAUCEDA together with JAIME Y LOS CHAMACOS
KXTN MORNING TEAM "JONNY RAMIREZ IN THE MORNING"
FAMA with LA SOMBRA de Tony Guerrero
JAY PEREZ with special guests AVIZO, JIMMY EDWARD, SHELLY LARES, and members of the legendary Chicano Rock band MALO featuring JORGE SANTANA
Saturday, August 16
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Registration/Tejano Convention Store
Hyatt Hotel
Trinity A&B
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Dodge Ram Ride and Drive
Available to All Registered Attendees
Hyatt Hotel
Trinity Crossing
Presented by the Tejano Music Network, the
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM MUSIC MASTER CLASSES
Master Class Series: The Saxophone by Joe Posada
Master Class Series: The Trumpet by Lonny LaLane (Avizo)
Gabbanelli presents
Master Class Series: The Accordion and Bajo Sexto
Pegasus B
Hyatt Hotel
Marsalis Hall
Wachovia Mi Casita Tejana Home Ownership Expo
Information on mortgage products, free credit reports and &n