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May Chang

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May Chang

New Age Composer of NARAS
Voting Member of Grammy Awards
Composer of California Opera House
Composer / Music Producer of NGA Pictures
CEO & Founder of Southern California Visual and Performing Arts Academy
CEO & Founder of Southern California Visual & Performing Arts Educational Foundation

Composing music has become a part of May’s life for years, she started learning Piano since the age of 5. Some of May’s compositions include: several pieces in Classical , New Age & Ambient, such as Evanescence Of a Butterfly’s Dream, Counterclockwise Legend, Teardrop of Tulips, Dancing on the Cliff, Cactus in Grief, Mirage in Heaven, Wish, Reflections, Longing…….etc.

May is currently involved with research at CSPFA (Charter School Policy, Finance, and Administration) in UCLA. She also completed the CSML – Leading Change Program from Harvard Business School . Her goal is to develop V.P.A (VAPA) K12 schools for 2020-2021 school year in Southern California. She is also devoted to collaborating and developing VAPA programs/workshops/seminars in music for Private/Public Schools (K12), community programs such as Symphony Orchestras, Marching Band, Piano/Keyboard classes, Strings (Violin, viola, Cello)/Winds classes, Music appreciation.

May is also the consideration of 59th Grammy Awards and a Voting member of NARAS (National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences) since 2016. Her compositions was on the official ballot of 59th Grammy awards under the categories of “Best New Artist” , ” Best New Age Album” & ” Best Instrumental Composition”.

Her first album ” Evanescence of a Butterfly’s Dream” which released in June/2016 and second album “Reflections on the New Age ” which released in September/2017 is now globalized downloadable from iTunes, iHeart Radio, Spotify, Sound cloud, YouTube, Amazon, iMusic, CDBaby……etc.

Her second album is successfully submitted for the 2018 60th Grammy Awards in New Age Genre.

张梅

新时代作曲家，NARAS成员，格莱美奖评委
加州歌剧院作曲家
NGA Pictures作曲家/音乐制作人
南加州视觉与表演艺术学院的创始人兼首席执行官
南加州视觉与表演艺术教育基金会的创始人兼首席执行官

多年来，作曲已成为张梅生活的一部分。她从5岁起开始学习钢琴。她的部分作品包括古典、新时代和氛围音乐，如《蝴蝶梦的消逝》、《逆时针传奇》、《郁金香的泪滴》、《悬崖上的舞蹈》、《悲伤的仙人掌》、《天堂的幻影》、《愿望》、《倒影》和《渴望》等等。

目前，张梅正在加州大学洛杉矶分校（UCLA）的CSPFA（特许学校政策、财务与管理）进行研究。她还完成了哈佛商学院的CSML – 变革领导项目。她的目标是在2020-2021学年在南加州发展视觉与表演艺术（VAPA）K12学校。她还致力于与私立/公立学校（K12）、社区项目（如交响乐团、行进乐队、钢琴/键盘班、小提琴/中提琴/大提琴/管乐班、音乐欣赏）合作，开发和推广VAPA项目、工作坊和研讨会。

自2016年起，张梅成为NARAS（美国国家录音艺术与科学学院）格莱美奖的投票会员。她的作品曾在第59届格莱美奖的官方候选名单上，提名类别包括“最佳新人”、“最佳新时代专辑”和“最佳器乐作品”。

她的首张专辑《蝴蝶梦的消逝》于2016年6月发行，第二张专辑《新时代的倒影》于2017年9月发行，现已可在全球各大平台下载，包括iTunes、iHeart Radio、Spotify、SoundCloud、YouTube、Amazon、iMusic、CDBaby等

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Kimmi Couture & Astrology

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Nivedita is of North Indian Descent. She has over 10 years of experience in Vedic Astrology, LIfe and Relationship Coaching. Nivedita was trained in this ancient science by various learned gurus in North and South India. She also has a bachelors of science in Psychology. She is an expert at analyzing all your birth charts and putting you on the right path according to your planetary positions at birth and in transit. Nivedita has made accurate predictions in celebrity charts worldwide. She is able to provide insights into a person’s past, present and future. She gives you workable solutions regarding love, family,children, business, health and much more. She has helped countless individuals with relationship, health, financial, career issues and also potential future spouse analysis.

She can accurately analyze two partners charts and ascertain whether they will have any success together and what areas they will need to work on. It is very useful to get a detailed chart reading to ascertain why certain problems keep repeating in your life and if you are just in a bad phase and when things will improve. Knowing the strengths and weaknesses of your destiny are instrumental in planning for a more peaceful and fruitful life.

Kimmi Couture

@KimmisCouture

KimmiBridal.us

949-680-7432

My Astrology website is Your-Destiny.Net

Instagram is @yourdestiny.net_

Phone number 949-680-7432

Richard Norton

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Richard Norton captivates international audiences with his commanding screen presence and remarkable versatility, seamlessly portraying both hero and villain roles. His career spans nearly 100 film and TV titles, driven by a disciplined work ethic and a rare adaptability. Norton’s journey began in Croydon, Australia, where his early dedication to martial arts led him to earn a karate black belt by age 17, eventually becoming chief instructor for 500 karate schools nationwide and working nightclub security. He soon gained attention as a bodyguard for The Rolling Stones during their Australian tour, where he trained with Mick Jagger in post-concert workouts at 4 a.m. His expertise attracted high-profile clients like James Taylor, ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, David Bowie, and Linda Ronstadt, who later invited him to California as her personal bodyguard.

Norton’s Hollywood break came through his friendship with Chuck Norris, who cast him as the masked ninja Kyo in The Octagon. The film’s intense final combat scene established Norton’s reputation, leading to roles in films like Force: Five, an international success directed by Robert Clouse. In the mid-80s, Norton gained worldwide recognition in high-energy Hong Kong films with Jackie Chan, including Twinkle Twinkle Lucky Stars and Millionaires’ Express. Jackie Chan, whom Norton calls “the maestro of martial arts movies,” cast him as one of the few Western actors in several Hong Kong productions, including Madam City Hunter and Mr. Nice Guy. Norton’s iconic role as a well-heeled gangster in Mr. Nice Guy showcased his knack for blending action with eccentric character depth.

Norton’s Hong Kong success cemented his status as an action star and magazine cover favorite. His celebrated partnership with Cynthia Rothrock in films like China O’Brien and Rage and Honor led a British magazine to liken them to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers of martial arts movies. Norton’s strong on-screen presence extended into a range of genres, from crime dramas and futuristic thrillers to dark comedies like Mind Games, where he delivered a nuanced performance as a suspicious Texan.

Behind the camera, Norton has diversified his talents as a stunt and fight coordinator on films like Nomad: The Warrior and Devil’s Pond. While his screen credits continue to grow, his passion for martial arts remains, motivating him to achieve multiple black belts and setting a standard for excellence in both film and martial arts.

Silvana Effio

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Silvana Effio is a highly decorated journalist, recognized with multiple Emmy Awards, and boasting over 15 years of experience in the broadcast media industry. Her career has been marked by versatility, leadership, and a deep commitment to delivering impactful news to Spanish-speaking audiences.

Career Highlights

Most recently, Silvana served as a news anchor for Telemundo Colorado, where she hosted the 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. primetime newscasts. Throughout her career, she has covered a wide range of stories, including breaking news, human-interest pieces, investigative reports, political developments, and entertainment news. Some of her stories have garnered national and international attention, including her exclusive interview with Joshua Holt, an American imprisoned in Venezuela, marking the first time Holt spoke on a Hispanic TV station.

Before her time at Telemundo Colorado, Silvana spent eight consecutive years as the lead news anchor and news director for Telemundo Utah, where she played a pivotal role in launching the state’s first live Hispanic newscast. During the early years of her career, she worked in various roles as a reporter, producer, and co-anchor across both English and Spanish-language media outlets. She also contributed to print journalism, writing for publications such as the Deseret News’ “OKEspañol.”

Education

Originally from Peru, Silvana began her higher education journey as a newly arrived immigrant at the age of 17, earning scholarships from NBC affiliate KSL5. By the age of 19, she landed her first role as a part-time reporter and went on to graduate with a degree in Journalism from the University of Utah.

Community Engagement

Silvana is deeply involved with the Hispanic community, particularly in California, Colorado, and Utah, where she has worked closely with local leaders and community members. She has moderated bilingual political debates, including Salt Lake City’s 2016 mayoral race, and emceed various cultural and community events such as the Governor’s Multicultural Youth Leadership Days, Cinco de Mayo Festivals, Hispanic Chamber of Commerce conferences, and the LULAC National Convention in 2015.

Awards and Honors

In addition to her multiple Emmy Awards, Silvana was honored with the Tumi Award in 2016, recognizing her exceptional work as a female journalist. This prestigious award places her in the company of notable figures such as international songwriter Gianmarco, renowned chef Gaston Acurio, and former Peruvian President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski.

Silvana Effio’s career is defined by her dedication to journalism, her community, and her role as a trusted voice in Hispanic media.

Radhaa Publishing House

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Radhaa Publishing House is more than just a publisher; it is a vibrant community devoted to amplifying voices and fostering meaningful connections. Led by a team of visionary women of color, the publishing house specializes in holistic wellness, self-help, poetry, and memoirs. With signature author incubators and mentorship programs, Radhaa Publishing House supports authors at every stage of their journey, from conceptualizing their messages to bringing their books to life.

Join Our Global Community! Radhaa Publishing House invites poets and readers to explore opportunities to contribute to upcoming projects. If you have a poetic voice or a story to share, consider joining this global movement.

Empowering Authors: As a boutique publishing company, Radhaa Publishing House is dedicated to empowering authors to share their unique voices with the world. We specialize in publishing across genres, including holistic wellness, personal growth, and memoirs. Our comprehensive support includes collaborative books, mentorship, and training programs.

Transformative Impact: At Radhaa Publishing House, we believe in the transformative power of books to change lives and communities. We are committed to creating a positive impact for authors, both now and as part of their legacy for future generations. Our experienced team of editors, designers, and marketing professionals ensures each book reaches its intended audience, helping authors fully realize their vision.

Promoting Diversity: We are passionate about promoting diverse voices and perspectives in the literary world. By amplifying underrepresented voices and bringing important stories to light, we strive to make a lasting impact on the literary world, creating a legacy that will endure for generations to come.

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Marlin McDarragh

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I came from a modest-of-means family in Eugene, Oregon – one that couldn’t really afford much in the way of travel, and certainly not to countries abroad. Sure, we had the family road trips now and then to the Pacific coast, to visit relatives in central Oregon, and up to Seattle. I loved it all. But I think our most exotic trip when I as young was a family car journey to Banff. My mom has never been on an airplane, and the only travel my dad experienced was as a radio officer on a ship during WW II’s Pacific Theater. A harsh kind of travel experience, let’s say. It didn’t really seem that travel was in the family genes. However, I had a keen interest in collecting foreign coins, stamps and poring through National Geographic magazines and the World Book encyclopedia my folks invested in.

When I was 12, my dad won an 8mm camera – a booby prize at some local contest. I became fixated with that little camera, and started making short films. These were action-packed, shot-in-the-neighborhood tiny adventure stories, starring friends, like Gary Zenzen. I’d been playing piano since age 8 and I believe that background aided me in filmmaking, giving me a sense for the rhythms of editing films. Then I won an “Oregon Young Filmmaker” award and a couple of other prizes in high school, and a screening on the Oregon PBS channel, of a short I made, A Child’s Vision. There was no looking back from there.

My first foray outside of North America was when I was 16, as I played trombone, and my high school concert band managed to spend about eight weeks touring various cities in Europe. Fantastic. That was the lodestar first travel experience, the one that cast the die for the rest of my life. I always tell audiences at my travel-film lectures that they should get their kids and grandkids to travel now, when they’re young. If you travel when young, your curiosity about the world will stay with you for the rest of your life. My daughter Maya (22) has three passports (US, Japan, and Brazil), and has already been to about 30 countries, and I know that her thirst for knowledge and world experience will be with her forever.

Making travel-adventure films, documentaries, and feature films over the past many decades has given me a laser-like focus on “the project” at hand, on the specific productions I’ve been commissioned to make, or films that I’ve funded through private equity.

My wife Lin Zuo is also a producer and contributing writer on our films, and we both wish we had more time during productions to linger in the locations, and talk in more depth with the local people.

Other specific challenges I’ve had during productions. The physical challenges of getting myself, the crew and the equipment through the run of production in the swamps and forests of tribal lands in New Guinea.Sitting through dinners with cold-blooded assassins in the Tribal Zone of Pakistan, trying to bend your mind around the juxtaposition of the hospitality offered and the fact they’ve brutally killed dozens of people. Being knife-attacked in an open market by an old woman in China – never knew exactly why. And obviously, filmmaking draws a lot of attention! There have been significant challenges to film topics that might embarrass the dictates of certain strong-arm governments. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve been stopped or questioned or harassed by local authorities in communist, Muslim or dictator-driven countries.