2026 Carroll Creek Unplugged Registration is OPEN!

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!

Frederick 12-To-24 Collaborative

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.

Episode 38 of From ‘A To Global Z’ Discusses Current Music Copyright Issues

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.

General Counsel James Connell to Deliver Free Presentation

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