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SAG-AFTRA
http://www.sagaftra.org

Musicians who record for broadcast industries may belong to SAG-AFTRA. What is necessary to become a member? How much does it cost? What are the benefits?

The 40 Best TV Theme Songs of All Time
http://www.pastemagazine.com/blogs/lists/2008/11/the-20-best-tv-theme-songs-of-all-time.html?a=1

You know them all. What’s your favorite? Why? What makes them memorable?

Talent Shows
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3FlVhQTIL1Q

Watch this clip from Arthur Godfrey’s Talent Scouts show from the 1950s. He used a VU meter to gauge audience response. How does it compare with today’s versions like American Idol, X Factor, The Voice, America’s Got Talent, So You Think You Can Dance, and so on. How do these shows encourage audience participation?