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Registration for community musicians to participate in this year’s Carroll Creek Unplugged is now open!

REGISTER HERE…

If you plan to sing or play an acoustic instrument at this year’s fun-filled event, you will need to register either remotely or on-site. Advanced registration has it’s benefits – you will receive a song setlist complete with lyrics and chord charts, AND, you will be eligible to receive a surprise gift at The Creek! Register today and tell your friends!

Global Z is proud to be a first-year member of the Frederick 12-To-24 Collaborative. This exciting organization is “a network of stakeholders/nonprofit youth-serving organizations in Frederick County, MD, who have come together with the shared goal of enhancing outcomes for youth and emerging adults between the ages of 12 and 24, and a dedication to creating greater ease and access to services for our young community members.” This is a truly remarkable organization that is doing an amazing job in designing and delivering impactful ways to serve the youth of Frederick County.

2025 was a highly productive year for Global Z. We have much to be thankful for, and even more to look forward to in 2026!

Firefly guitars are hot! While they are getting a whole lot of good press, little is said about what gig bags or cases are a good fit. This video recommends and reviews a case that fits the beautiful Firefly FF338PRO Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar. The video is the first in series titled, “Case Quest.”

Episode 38 – Different Copyrights, Different Revenue Streams: Navigating the Differences
The Global Z Recording Project’s General Counsel Mr. James Connell, delivers a presentation that illuminates the differences between a Performing Rights Organization and the Mechanical Licensing Collective. Mr. Connell provides guidance in understanding the variety of copyright revenue streams and how to interact with the organizations that collect and distribute them.

Mr. James Connell, General Counsel for The Global Z Recording Project, will deliver a free presentation at the Frederick Y Arts Center titled “Different Copyrights, Different Revenue Streams: Navigating and Understanding the Differences.”

This artist-focused discussion will highlight copyright revenue streams and explain the differences between a Performing Rights Organization and the Mechanical Licensing Collective. It will be held August 28th, from 7:00-8:30.

Attendance is free with a recommended cash donation of $25.00.

Sponsored by the Frederick Y Arts Center, and, the Frederick Arts Council

Our first annual community-building, music performance event, Carroll Creek Unplugged (CCU), is an unequivocal success! We had a respectable number of singer/acoustic musicians in the performing wing, and a sizable turnout in the audience wing. There were a lot of smiles and expressions of joy throughout what was a picture-perfect evening. Many thanks to our sponsors, donors, The Milk Mountain Band, our volunteers, and the team from Global Z. There is no shortage of people looking forward to CCU 2026. We look forward to seeing you next year at The Creek!

This week, the Frederick News-Post featured a story about Carroll Creek Unplugged accompanied by an interview with Global Z Founder & Executive Director, Dr. Bill Lord. Much appreciation to the Colin McGuire and the News-Post for their assistance in helping get the word out about our community event. By the way, the weather forecast for the event looks picture-perfect. Come on out May 25th and join in the musical fun at The Creek!

The Frederick Y Arts Center is home to a range of excellent arts offerings, including music education, a professional recording studio, and podcast programming. Recently Dr. Bill Lord was invited to chat with hosts Robin Smith and Ricole Barnes. The recording is featured in Episode 37 of the Y Arts Podcast.