Latest News and Updates

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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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 
 
Fri - July 15, 2022 4:33 pm     A+ | a-
Maurice Lynch Music - “The NOMINATIONS are in and “CONGRATULATIONS” to Filmmaker Antonio Contreras,
Maurice Lynch Music - “The NOMINATIONS are in and “CONGRATULATIONS” to Filmmaker Antonio Contreras,
Hi Fashion & Music World,

“The NOMINATIONS are in and “CONGRATULATIONS” to Filmmaker Antonio Contreras, Gehno Aviance and Pat Cleveland - “The Girl From 7th Avenue” - Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution by Filmmaker Antonio Contreras,and Gehno Aviance. The Film has received NOMINATIONS in the following categories.. Best Sound Design - Covers Music

Best Picture 
Best Documentary 
Best Sound Design 
Best Editing 
Best Narration 
Best Animation 
Best Creative Concept 
 
This Film will celebrate Miss Pat Cleveland and her early career and will feature several songs performed by Pat Cleveland from Maurice Lynch Music. Maurice Lynch also contributed original music to the Films Score and Sound Track. " I have always wanted to work on an animated film and this has really been a great opportunity. Watching Antonio's sketches and artwork come to life was truly amazing"........... Congratulations on all the NOMINATIONS Antonio.

The Film will premiere July 30th at the La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival in San Diego, Ca.
 
                                                              *****FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***** 

Antonio’s Closet Productions Announces Opening of ““The Girl From 7th Avenue” - Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution”.
 
Pioneering model Pat Cleveland is featured in the latest production of Antonio’s Closet Productions. 

Pat partied with Andy Warhol, lived with Karl Lagerfeld, inspired Salvador Dalí, refused Muham med 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 “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 is currently the buzz on the fashion runways worldwide. World premiere this July 30th at the La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival. 

Maurice Lynch
Producer
 
Sun - July 3, 2022 6:26 pm     A+ | a-
Maurice Lynch Music Celebrates New Film Release-“The Girl From 7th Avenue” featuring Pat Cleveland
Maurice Lynch Music Celebrates New Film Release-“The Girl From 7th Avenue” featuring Pat Cleveland
Hi Fashion & Music World,

Maurice Lynch Music is looking forward to the upcoming film release of:
 
 “The Girl From 7th Avenue” - Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution by Filmmaker  Antonio Contreras,and Gehno Aviance. This Film will celebrate Pat Cleveland and her early career and will feature several songs performed by Pat Cleveland from Maurice Lynch Music. Maurice Lynch also contributed original music to the Films Score and Sound Track. " I have always wanted to work on a animated film and this has really been a great opportunity. Watching Antonio's sketches and artwork come to life was truly amazing"

The Film will  premiere July 30th at the La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival in San Diego, Ca.

Official Press Release -  *****FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***** 

Antonio’s Closet Productions Announces Opening of ““The Girl From 7th Avenue” - Pat Cleveland and the Runway Revolution”.
 
Pioneering model Pat Cleveland is featured in the latest production of Antonio’s Closet Productions. 

Pat partied with Andy Warhol, lived with Karl Lagerfeld, inspired Salvador Dalí, refused Muham med 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 “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 is currently the buzz on the fashion runways worldwide. World premiere this July 30th at the La Jolla International Fashion Film Festival. 

Antonio's Closet Productions is an award-winning independent film production company, that produces dramatic and documentary films with a focus on the world of Fashion, the LGBT community, and Latin heritage. The organization has had 12 releases since 2013, amassing a total of 8 awards at various International Film Festivals, including the La Jolla International Film Festival in California.

Maurice Lynch
Producer
 
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