SAMI was co-founded in 1992 by songwriter's Scott Greeson, Shirley Martin, Anita Wood, Mark Skidmore and Brian Koning as a resource for the purpose of education, encouragement, networking and development of songwriters in mid-north Indiana.
Through the means of workshops, showcases and monthly meetings, SAMI has sustained growth through unselfish support of area musicians.
The Shirley Martin Scholarship for Young Songwriters supports young songwriters in memory of Shirley Martin who passed away November 10, 1998.
Each December SAMI Members elect officers:
President: Scott Greeson
Vice President: Michelle Newman
Secretary: Cheryl Fletcher
Treasurer: Todd Williams
Board Members:
Micheal Longcor-Senior Board Member
Chris June - New Venue Development
Nicky Kerr - Education Coordinator
Justice Fuller -Scholarship Coordinator
Ethan Bates- Studio Director
Sponsors and Supporters:
Mike and LeeAnna Atwell
Mike and Pam Byers
Mike and Pam Byers
Mr. & Mrs. Ron Finney
Christopher and Margarita Gipson
Christopher and Margarita Gipson
Scott Greeson & Vickie Maris in Memory
of Jan
ISTARI Productions
ISTARI Productions
Lafayette Journal and Courier
The Family of Mike Lane
Joe & Dai Peters in loving memory of
Bill & Billie Peters
James and Teresa Rohler
SAMI members’ families and friends
Tippecanoe Arts Federation
WBAA, National Public Radio from Purdue
University
WLFI, TV 18
A Message From the President: Scott Greeson
If you see or are concerned for someone, feel you are experiencing, or have witnessed this type of behavior within our organization, I would ask that you reach out to a SAMI leader immediately.
For
twenty seven years, SAMI has served the songwriting community through
mentoring, education and commitment to each other. SAMI’s unequivocal
success can largely be attributed to the unselfish and giving nature of
its members. Members have learned that through community growth, comes
personal growth. When you consider the areas of the United States that
are leaders in the music industry, you will always find a solid group of
people like SAMI, committed to the continuous improvement of the
artistic community in which they exist. Do I believe that Lafayette
could become the next Nashville, Asheville or Austin, with a world class
music scene that people come to be a part? The answer is ‘yes!’ You
might ask how that could happen; well my friends, the seeds have been
planted. With an increasing number of quality venues, theaters,
festivals and artists, we are primed for exponential growth.
While
I firmly believe that SAMI is on the cusp of exponential growth, I
think it’s critical to never forget what has gotten us to this point as a
group. Simply put, it is our practice to foster an environment at
events, meetings and performances where people are safe, comfortable and
welcome. These elements are the foundation of our organization without
exception.
With
this said I am reaffirming our expectation that SAMI members and
leaders are, at all times, to conduct themselves professionally and with
respect towards each other.
- The SAMi organization will not accept discrimination of others at sponsored events or meetings.
- The SAMI organization will not accept harassment of any kind, by one member to another via email, phone, text or social media. Behaviors of this kind are strictly prohibited.
- An authenticated violation of these policies by any individual will result in disaffiliation from the SAMI organization.
If you see or are concerned for someone, feel you are experiencing, or have witnessed this type of behavior within our organization, I would ask that you reach out to a SAMI leader immediately.
Yes,
these are tough topics to address, but if we are to see our full
potential we must maintain a safe environment at all times. If you have
questions please reach out to me.
Now let’s go write some songs!
Sincerely,
Scott Greeson
Co-Founder of SAMI, SAMI President
Sincerely,
Scott Greeson
Co-Founder of SAMI, SAMI President
