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Mon - December 25, 2023 5:55 pm     A+ | a-
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year From Maurice Lynch Music
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year From Maurice Lynch Music

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Everyone at Maurice Lynch Music, would like to say thank you for your continued support. 

We would like to share some photos from shows and events this year.

Link: https://pin.it/7BAKPTI

Christmas would not be the same without your support. Enjoy...

Happy Holidays and let every day of the holiday season be filled with joy.

Maurice Lynch
Producer 
Fri - April 14, 2023 9:47 am     A+ | a-
ABC News 7 Clip San Francisco - Kumasi Aaron- Pat Cleveland-Kevan Hall
ABC News 7 Clip San Francisco - Kumasi Aaron- Pat Cleveland-Kevan Hall
Hi Everyone, 

Please join me at The MoAD in San Francisco for an incredible weekend April 14th – 16th for Group of Events.

ABC News 7 Clip - Kumasi Aaron- Pat Cleveland - Kevan Hall - Antonio Contreras - Maurice Lynch 
https://youtu.be/PVCY1_DpO3M

A FILM SCREENING & DISCUSSION OF - The Girl from 7th Avenue: Pat Cleveland in conversation with Kevan Hall
Curated by: MoAD, Mark Rhoades, Director Antonio Contreras & Gehno Aviance.

The Girl From 7th Ave ( Pat Cleveland and The Runway Revolution) and the Black Venus Exhibition both feature Music by Maurice Lynch…. Enjoy.

‍A film screening and conversation with fashion icon Pat Cleveland and designer Kevan Hall. The program will begin with a screening of the short film The Girl from 7th Avenue: Pat Cleveland & the Runway Revolution, followed by a conversation between Pat Cleveland and Kevan Hall. There will be a q&a with the audience and time for book signing afterwards. Walking with Muses: A Memoir by Pat Cleveland will be on sale in the MoAD bookstore.

About the Film
This illustrated film from Antonio's Closet Productions opens with fashion super hero Max Vogue on a mission to reshape fashion history through the story of super model Pat Cleveland's breakthrough career. Max travels back in time to a Patrick Kelly exhibition at the de Young Museum in San Francisco where he  touches base with Pat Cleveland (designer Patrick Kelly's friend and champion) She takes him through a time warp and they land  in Versailles in 1973 where a fundraiser organized by Eleanor Lambert to rescue the Palace pitted five french couturiers, Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Emanuel Ungaro, Hubert de Givenchy and Pierre Cardin, and five american designers Anne Klein, Stephen Burrows, Bill Blass, Halston and Oscar de La Renta, in a fashion show. Cleveland led a groundbreaking group of models to victory for the Americans. Versailles changed the way fashion looked at Black models and American designers. Through Pat Cleveland's life story and activism Max Vogue is able to open a new perspective of fashion history and it's future. The film focuses on the heroism of women in fashion.
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Pat Cleveland 
is an American supermodel who The New York Times society chronicler Bill Cunningham calls “The supermodel” and Vogue veteran Andre Leon Talley calls “the all-time superstar model,” and “the most extraordinary black model of the century.” She has been an international top model for over three decades. She has worked for the most prestigious fashion designers, Such as Halston Valentino, Steven Burrows, Armani; etc.- on the runway and off. Pat has and is being seen in the work of the most prestigious photographers such as; Horst, Helmut Newton, Avedon; and Steven Meisel. She has worked with fashion illustrators such as; Antonio Lopez; Joe Eula; and Richard Bernstein, Antonio Contreras, David Downtown. Pat has been seen in fashion publications such as Vogue; Ebony; WWD, Essence, W Magazine; Interview; The Sunday Times, etc. - she has also been painted by Salvador Dali, and worked with Andy Warhol. She has traveled extensively as; Fashion Ambassador representing countries such as the United States, and the United Kingdom to China. She has also travel as fashion ambassador to Russia for Italy. She has represented the city of Barcelona as a fashion icon for the summer Olympics in Spain. Her first book of poems ‘In the Spirit of Grace’ was published in both English and Italian. Her autobiography “Walking with the Muses “was published by Simon and Schuster in 2016, Pat is presently working on a film based on her autobiography, and a documentary about her mother Lady Bird the Artist.
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Kevan Hall 
is an American fashion designer best known for his couture red carpet designs and his role as the design and creative director of Halston. Kevan's designs have been worn by many Hollywood stars and fashion icons including Salma Hayek, Charlize Theron, Anne Hathaway, Katherine Heigl, and Michelle Obama.
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This program is presented in conjunction with our current exhibition Black Venus on view March 5 - August 20, 2023.

https://www.moadsf.org/event/film-screening-discussion-the-girl-from-7th-avenue-pat-cleveland-in-conversation-with-kevan-hall

 
Tue - January 17, 2023 12:15 pm     A+ | a-
Hat’s off to APAP this year coming back strong  and LIVE and In Person after Covid. It was great being able to see so many colleagues again and to begin getting back to the business of music and the performing arts. 

It was great visiting so many new showcases. I was so grateful to have Maurice Lynch Music Showcased for the Monday Celebration Events.

Looking forward to a great year to share with Promoters and Presenters Worldwide: https://mauricelynchmusic.com/promovideo/

Maurice Lynch,
Producer

https://www.mauricelynchmusic.com/index.html

https://apap365.org/

 
Sat - December 31, 2022 3:01 am     A+ | a-
Happy Holidays and New Year From Maurice Lynch Music
Happy Holidays and New Year From Maurice Lynch Music
As the Holiday Season and New Year is upon us, we find ourselves reflecting on the past year and those who have helped to shape Maurice Lynch Music. It’s been quite a year for us all! .....We hope that 2022 has been just as memorable for you and look forward to working with you in the coming year.

During this season, we take time to reflect upon the good things we have—like our partnerships and promoters. We appreciate working with you all and hope that the holidays and the coming year will bring you happiness and success.

Thanks for a great year, and we wish you all the best as we embark into 2023.

Maurice Lynch
Producer


Alyson Williams - Summer Nights In Harlem & The Romance of You -  Are Available Now on all Digital Platforms
https://songwhip.com/alyson-williams/summer-nights-in-harlem
http://www.mauricelynchmusic.com/alysonwilliamsjazz/

Pat Cleveland - Tonight Josephine -  Available Now on all Digital Platforms
https://music.apple.com/us/album/tonight-josephine/1122370887?i=1122371081
http://mauricelynchmusic.com/tonightjosephine-patcleveland/

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#TheRomanceOfYou
#AlysonWilliamsMusic
#TonightJosephine
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#MauriceLynchHarlemJazz
#HarlemJazz
#Maurice

 
Thu - November 10, 2022 2:23 pm     A+ | a-
 Maurice Lynch Music: “The Girl From 7th Avenue” is off to Paris for the (ASVOFF)
Maurice Lynch Music: “The Girl From 7th Avenue” is off to Paris for the (ASVOFF)
Maurice Lynch Music: “The Girl From 7th Avenue” is off to Paris for Its European Premiere with Pat Cleveland ".  
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! to “The Girl From 7th Avenue” – Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution”. The film is premiering  in Paris at (ASVOFF) .Congratulations to Pat Cleveland, Film Maker Antonio Contreras, Gehno Aviance and to Maurice Lynch Music. 

Maurice Lynch Music is so grateful to have contributed original music by Maurice Lynch to the Films Score with music and songs performed by Pat Cleveland 

The  Film Festival  premieres each year in Paris before touring some of the world’s leading museums, cultural institutions and events on the fashion and film circuits.

The ASVOFF was born from the artist’s need to set fashion in motion. Through the magic of cinema, dynamic entrepreneurs are harnessing the viral power of film to communicate brands and sell products.
Takes the form of a film festival, complete with screenings, performances, VIP guests, exhibitions, conferences, parties and coveted prizes. 
Maurice Lynch 
Producer
 
Sun - August 7, 2022 3:12 am     A+ | a-
Maurice Lynch Music:“The Girl From 7th Avenue” premieres @ La Jolla with Pat Cleveland in Attendance
Maurice Lynch Music:“The Girl From 7th Avenue” premieres @ La Jolla with Pat Cleveland in Attendance
Hi Fashion & Music World,

Here is a great article from The La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival...... Enjoy 

August 5, 2022  

San Diego Uptown News 
 
“The Girl From 7th Avenue” premieres in La Jolla with Pat Cleveland in Attendance"

By Diana Cavagnaro

Pat Cleveland, now studied in the documentary “The Girl from 7th Avenue,” is one of the first Black super models who received prominence as both a runway and print model. Starting her career in the mid-’60s, she has been photographed by renowned photographers such as Norman Parkinson, Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, and Andy Warhol.
Cleveland led the fashion revolution and worked non-stop as a game changer. She is also a multi-talented actress, artist, singer, writer, wife, and mother. In 2016, Simon & Schuster published her memoir, “Walking with the Muses.”

Her first big break came at the Battle of Versailles Fashion Show in 1973 in the Palace of Versailles. Five French designers competed against five American designers at this Gala which included an unprecedented ten Black models. This was the first time vogueing was done on the runway.
It was such an honor for San Diego to have this iconic model in town for the premier of the documentary about her life, “The Girl from 7th Avenue,” at the La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival. She collaborated with Antonio Contreras for this amazing illustrated story of her modeling career. Antonio Contreras is a multi-gifted artist who created 2,000 illustrations to make this animated short film. Contreras is also an award-winning artist who produces dramatic and documentary films such as “EXUBERANCE,” “The Falling Leaves,” and “Ay Jose!” to name a few. He was awarded the International Fashion Film award for Best Actor in 2015.

I met Cleveland and Contreras for an interview at the Grande Colonial Hotel. Cleveland arrived wearing a Missoni ensemble and explained that the designer Ralph Rucci had designed two creations for her but that they had not arrived in time.
I sat down with both of them for a fireside chat overlooking the breathtaking view of the shoreline. You immediately felt that you have known Cleveland your entire life with her warm persona and effervescent style.
My first question was how did they meet for this collaboration. They said they met on Instagram and a conversation ensued going back and forth. The forces of the universe brought them together and “The Girl from 7th Avenue” was born.
Contreras said that there are so many styles of animated films and they wanted to tell a story similar to sci-fi and keep it funny and light. Gehno Aviance was the editor and graphic designer. The music for the film was produced by One A (Gehno Aviance). Some of the music was written and composed by Maurice Lynch and performed by Pat Cleveland. She has such an entrancing voice and you don’t want the song to end.
The night of the red carpet was on July 30. Pat Cleveland arrived looking stylish in a kaftan and turban by the designer Julia Clancey. There was so much anticipation by the crowd awaiting the awards to be handed out. Cleveland and Contreras were delighted to learn that “The Girl from 7th Avenue” was awarded Best Documentary and Best Animated Film.
In her acceptance speech, Cleveland said, “Wear it, love it, live it…that is style and fashion!”

While it is still under wraps, Contreras’ next project will be another collaboration with Cleveland.
— Diana Cavagnaro is an internationally renowned Couture Milliner based in Alpine, California. Learn more about our hat designer, teacher and blogger at

www.DianaCavagnaro.com.

https://sduptownnews.com/the-girl-from-7th-avenue-premieres-in-la-jolla-with-pat-cleveland-in-attendance/

Maurice Lynch 
Producer
Sun - August 7, 2022 2:44 am     A+ | a-
Maurice Lynch Music:“The Girl From 7th Avenue” premieres @ La Jolla with Pat Cleveland in attendance
Maurice Lynch Music:“The Girl From 7th Avenue” premieres @ La Jolla with Pat Cleveland in attendance
Hi Fashion & Music World,

Here is a great article from The La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival...... Enjoy 

August 5, 2022  

San Diego Downtown News
 
“The Girl From 7th Avenue” premieres in La Jolla with Pat Cleveland in attendance
By Diana Cavagnaro

Pat Cleveland, now studied in the documentary “The Girl from 7th Avenue,” is one of the first Black super models who received prominence as both a runway and print model. Starting her career in the mid-’60s, she has been photographed by renowned photographers such as Norman Parkinson, Richard Avedon, Irving Penn, and Andy Warhol.
Cleveland led the fashion revolution and worked non-stop as a game changer. She is also a multi-talented actress, artist, singer, writer, wife, and mother. In 2016, Simon & Schuster published her memoir, “Walking with the Muses.”

Her first big break came at the Battle of Versailles Fashion Show in 1973 in the Palace of Versailles. Five French designers competed against five American designers at this Gala which included an unprecedented ten Black models. This was the first time vogueing was done on the runway.
It was such an honor for San Diego to have this iconic model in town for the premier of the documentary about her life, “The Girl from 7th Avenue,” at the La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival. She collaborated with Antonio Contreras for this amazing illustrated story of her modeling career. Antonio Contreras is a multi-gifted artist who created 2,000 illustrations to make this animated short film. Contreras is also an award-winning artist who produces dramatic and documentary films such as “EXUBERANCE,” “The Falling Leaves,” and “Ay Jose!” to name a few. He was awarded the International Fashion Film award for Best Actor in 2015.

I met Cleveland and Contreras for an interview at the Grande Colonial Hotel. Cleveland arrived wearing a Missoni ensemble and explained that the designer Ralph Rucci had designed two creations for her but that they had not arrived in time.
I sat down with both of them for a fireside chat overlooking the breathtaking view of the shoreline. You immediately felt that you have known Cleveland your entire life with her warm persona and effervescent style.
My first question was how did they meet for this collaboration. They said they met on Instagram and a conversation ensued going back and forth. The forces of the universe brought them together and “The Girl from 7th Avenue” was born.
Contreras said that there are so many styles of animated films and they wanted to tell a story similar to sci-fi and keep it funny and light. Gehno Aviance was the editor and graphic designer. The music for the film was produced by One A (Gehno Aviance). Some of the music was written and composed by Maurice Lynch and performed by Pat Cleveland. She has such an entrancing voice and you don’t want the song to end.
The night of the red carpet was on July 30. Pat Cleveland arrived looking stylish in a kaftan and turban by the designer Julia Clancey. There was so much anticipation by the crowd awaiting the awards to be handed out. Cleveland and Contreras were delighted to learn that “The Girl from 7th Avenue” was awarded Best Documentary and Best Animated Film.
In her acceptance speech, Cleveland said, “Wear it, love it, live it…that is style and fashion!”

While it is still under wraps, Contreras’ next project will be another collaboration with Cleveland.
— Diana Cavagnaro is an internationally renowned Couture Milliner based in Alpine, California. Learn more about our hat designer, teacher and blogger at www.DianaCavagnaro.com.

https://sandiegodowntownnews.com/the-girl-from-7th-avenue-premieres-in-la-jolla-with-pat-cleveland-in-attendance/

Maurice Lynch 
Producer
Sat - July 30, 2022 6:46 pm     A+ | a-
 "The Girl From 7th Avenue”-Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution - Wins Best Documentary at LIFF
"The Girl From 7th Avenue”-Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution - Wins Best Documentary at LIFF
Hi Fashion & Music World,

What a FANTASTIC WEEKEND!!..... CONGRATULATIONS  TO: " The Girl From 7th Avenue”-Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution"

For WINNING- Best Film Documentary 
For WINNING - Best  Film Anmation
@ The  La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival July 30th in San Diego, Ca. 

CONGRATULATIONS to Filmmaker Antonio Contreras, Gehno Aviance and the wonderful voice and story of Miss Pat Cleveland. I am so glad Maurice Lynch Music was a part of this incredible Film Project.

Special Thanks to: Fred Sweet the Director of the La Jolla Film Festival for his invitation for me to be a Presenter at the Film Festival. 

If you want to spark magic in your life then you have to surround yourself with magical people and remember ............“Being your authentic self is the ultimate secret to happiness in life.” ~ Sheri Fink

Maurice Lynch 
Producer

https://ljfff.com/
 
Fri - July 29, 2022 11:17 am     A+ | a-
Antonio Contreras Film Poster -Pat Cleveland, Billie Blair, Bethann Hardison, Ramona Saunders
Antonio Contreras Film Poster -Pat Cleveland, Billie Blair, Bethann Hardison, Ramona Saunders
Hi Fashion & Music World, 
 
“The Girl From 7th Avenue”-Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution"

Filmmaker - Antonio Contreras
Film Documentary – “The Girl From 7th Avenue”-Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution

 Narrated by Pat Cleveland 
The Film Features several songs performed by Pat Cleveland

Songs Written by Maurice Lynch 
Maurice Lynch Music also  contributed to the Film Score & Sound Track 

 
“The Girl From 7th Avenue”-Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution"..by Fimmaker Antonio Contreras opened another great door for Maurice Lynch Music in animation. ." Pat Cleveland never ceases to amaze me and our journey just keeps growing".. Maurice Lynch 
 
An animated fantasy celebrating the early career of pioneering Fashion Model Pat Cleveland Pat partied with Andy Warhol, lived with Karl Lagerfeld, inspired Salvador Dalí, refused Muhammed Ali’s proposal, and took on the fashion industry for not representing black models on the cover of magazines and on the runway in the early 70s…

 Pat Cleveland, the first black super model, tells her story, in her own words, in this illustrated documentary. And how the 1973 Battle of Versailles Fashion Show in Paris changed the course of fashion history. The show hosted some of the most well-known designers in the world and boasted guests like Grace Kelly, Jane Birkin, and Josephine Baker. Pat was a big part of that story when the fashion industry elite took over The Palace of Versailles for a night.

“The Girl From 7th Avenue” - Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution. With more than 2,000 hand-painted watercolors by Antonio Contreras, songs performed by Pat Cleveland, and music by Maurice Lynch and music by One A (aka Gehno Aviance), this documentary received several Festival Best Award Nominations and is being  currently the buzz on the fashion runways worldwide.

World Premiere July 30th at the La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival 2022
Wed - July 27, 2022 11:49 am     A+ | a-
Maurice Lynch Music - The Battle of Versailles: American Fashion Takes the Stage  @ The Met in NYC
Maurice Lynch Music - The Battle of Versailles: American Fashion Takes the Stage @ The Met in NYC
Hi Fashion & Music World, 

Tonight  Free Virtual Event - The Battle of Versailles: American Fashion Takes the Stage - Here is a Video Clip to get you ready from- @bcunninghamfilm " The Times of Bill Cunningham"  @mauricelynchmusic.ny "Tonight Josephine". 

https://www.instagram.com/tv/CghORu_OthF/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Hear from trailblazing American fashion models as they reflect on their participation in the historic 1973 fashion show known as the Battle of Versailles. The transatlantic fashion face-off is commonly regarded as the moment when the United States took its rightful place on the global fashion stage.

Moderated by Robin Givhan, Author
Pat Cleveland, Model
Bethann Hardison, Model
Chris Royer, Model

The Battle of Versailles: American Fashion Takes the Stage
WEDNESDAY / JULY 27
6:00–7:00 P.M.
Free, though advance registration is required.

Register now 
https://www.metmuseum.org/events/programs/met-speaks/free-lectures/battle-of-versailles?&eid=A001_%7bD403A4AF-74D4-4341-A4DF-8599CC47EDF0%7d_20220718105453

Presented in conjunction with the exhibition In America: An Anthology of Fashion.
#metmuseum, #metcostumeinstitute #metgala

Maurice Lynch Music 
 
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