EVENT CAPSULE REPORTER/CHYRON: BMI's How I Wrote That Song Panel, West Hollywood, CA, United States, 02/12/11

Kristen Harreld introduces BMI's event 'How I Wrote That Song' in Hollywood, focusing on the songwriters behind the music. She discusses the vulnerability in writing and the certainty in performing, emphasizing the connection between creators and their audience. Kristen shares her excitement about hosting the event and interacting with artists like CeeLo and Seal, gaining insights into their creative processes. The transcript concludes with logistical instructions for the event setup.

What is the main focus of the event 'How I Wrote That Song'?

• The history of the Grammy Awards

• The business side of the music industry

• The stories behind popular songs

• The technical aspects of music production

How does the speaker describe the relationship between creator and consumer?

• As a connection through shared experiences

• As a one-way communication

• As a competitive rivalry

• As a business transaction

What does the speaker suggest is a common trait among people regarding art?

• Everyone can sell art

• Everyone can perform art

• Everyone has an opinion about art

• Everyone can create art

According to the speaker, what is the key to understanding the impact of your music?

• Analyzing sales data

• Observing the physical reactions of the audience

• Listening to critics' reviews

• Comparing with other artists' work

What does the speaker find exciting about hosting the event?

• Asking other artists about their songwriting process

• Getting to perform live

• Judging new talent

• Receiving awards for their own songs