EVERYTHING: James Taylor, Joni Mitchell,the Beatles, Amy Grant, Alison Krauss, the Beatles, Rosie Thomas, Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers, Matt Nathanson, The Who, Elton John, Carol King, Billy Joel, the Eagles, Guster, the Beatles, Dispatch, Ben Lee, Janis Joplin, Sara Evans, Yellowcard, the Backstreet Boys (I grew up in the 90's and I'll be damned if I said I wasn't influenced by them), the Corrs, Journey, John Lennon, any everyone who's ever had the courage to be themselves and follow their dreams.
This is the coolest kid ever....just had to share this video...
"I write about things that matter to me. Things that are close to my heart. And it's my hope that through music we can connect with one another, to better understand that we are all alike, and that no one is alone." - Mary Scholz
Mary has been compared to a mix of Joni Mitchell, Joan Biaz and the Indigo Girls. Recent comparisons have also included Regina Spektor, Alison Krauss and Dar Williams. Thanks to all those who have said these things. :) They are the greatest of compliments.
Request Mary on the following radio stations!
93.7 WSTW (Sunday nights from 9-11, Hometown Heroes),
Hi there - Mary here - thanks for checking out my page. As you can see, I am a singer/songwriter based in Philadelphia, but I travel all over, playing shows and meeting people of all kinds of backgrounds. I love my job.
I grew up in Havertown, PA, am one of three children to my two musically inclined parents, and have been singing since I can remember. Even as a kid I remember being fascinated by all things music - my parents both played instruments (piano and guitar...so that's where I get that from...) and provided the music at our church - so that's where I got my start as well!
Like any fine-arts loving teenager I was a proud member of the marching band (on flute and eventually as drum major - love for band dorks everywhere!), sang in the choir, participated in the school shows and occasionally wrote for the school newspaper.
After high school I attended The University of the Arts in Philadelphia, majoring in Musical Theatre and loving every second of the intense music/acting/dancing training.
Since graduation in 2006 I have been traveling from city to city, spreading my love for music wherever I can. I've also appeared in a few plays and films along the way, including Iano Film's production of "The Matter With Clark" which was recently a part of the New York Independent Film Festival, as well as the Fallbrook Film Festival. In 2007 I released my first EP, "Philadelphia Nights," which is available online at CB Baby, iTunes, Napster...you name it!
I've just finished production of my second EP, "The Beauty of It All," which will be released on Sunday October 5th, 2008, as the first release on my self-started record label, Ringlet Records.
Please give my music a listen and pass it on to anyone who you think would enjoy this folk/rock vibe. Every listener counts!
Thanks so much for your support!
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I Believe in Love
I Believe in the Power of Every Voice
I Believe in Peace
I Believe in Hope
I Believe in You
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I write about things that matter to me. Things that are close to my heart. And it's my hope that through music we can connect with one another, to better understand that we are all alike, and that no one is alone.
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OFFICIAL BIO:
Mary is a singer/songwriter whose music is sweeping the nation with its heartfelt melodies and lyrics. Singing since the age of four and writing since about fourteen, her music is a blend of lyric folk and rock with a bittersweet twist that puts her in a category all her own. (But aren't we all in categories of our own?) Growing up singing in church, Mary's voice resonates with a clarity and emotion that engages her audience at the first note. Having recently completed her training with a BFA from the University of the Arts, Mary is spending her time playing gigs up and down the east coast. Mary is also an actress, and can be found doing work on independent films and theatre - look for her!
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Booking Info: bookingmary@gmail.com
FUN FACTS:
Okay so beyond all of the technical stuff, here's some fun info about me...
Favorite TV Shows: (current) Lost, The Office, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (I think I saw Charlie on the street yesterday...)
Past: Friends, Boy Meets World, Alias
Favorite Movies: Newsies, Across the Universe, Empire Records, Batman Begins, Finding Neverland, Beauty and the Beast, The Rock, Wedding Crashers, The Wizard of Oz, Once, The Departed, Love Actually, Catch Me if You Can, Office Space, Super Troopers, Legally Blonde...the list is diverse and goes ON....
Favorite Books: Bridge to Teribithea, Angels and Demons, anything historic fiction, especially the ones involving ghosts...and good murder mysteries. Not the crummy ones that are obvious to everyone but the characters in the book...
Favorite Music: James Taylor, Rosie Thomas, The Beatles, Matt Nathanson, Joni Mitchell, Stephen Kellogg and the Sixers, Guster, Dispatch, BSB (4 Life!), Something Corporate, Alison Krauss, Rodrigo y Gabrielle, most music played on the classical guitar, big band music, New Orleans jazz...indie singer/songwriters....there is SO MUCH great music out there...
Newest Video Blogs - Day 1 and 2 of the shoot for the "I Miss You" music video!
Mark Dignam has been bumping into Paul Luc and Ben Shannon a lot, at Treelady Studios, where they are all working, on their upcoming albums. They admire each others work so much, they decided to put together what promises to be, a mini singer/songwriter festival.. Watch for special guests and a very memorable night at The Rex Theater, 1602 East Carson Street. Pittsburgh, PA 15203. 8pm. $10.
After you've finished here, you may like to hear this poem sung on myspace...
Poem 162 of 230, WalkaboutsVerse (please see my blog): TEES TO TYNE: FIRST IMPRESSIONS - SUMMER 2001
Where traditions are not so rare; Sea, country and works scent the air; A multitude of monuments, Planted tubs and patterned pavements.
The longish pedestrian malls; The remnants of defensive walls; Historic buildings are a gauge Of the respect for heritage.
Wheat, rape and pines in the fields; Estuaries guarded by shields; Long sandy beaches and wide scenes; Romantic-ruin go-betweens.
Rivers in parts licked by trees, Or fringed by boat clubs, wharfs, gantries, And crossed by practical delights - Varied spans, forming pleasing sights.
Fine churches headed at Durham; Football kits ad infinitum; Kept castles - one for study; Masonry behind masonry.
And, with moulding-works out that way, It’s somewhere for a longer stay..?
Hi stopping by to say Hi and invite you to a listen of my new minute long version of White Christmas.Thank you for your support and the Best To you always. tim
Thank you for the friendship and the good music, as well as the beautiful and unusual compositions and the good rythmic, the terrific guitar and piano, and the magnificent vocals.Sound and very well-kept arrangement. Beautiful and long musical journey.
Hi Mary.. Thanks for taking the time to listen! Great stuff you have, especially the new songs, my favorite is definitely "Susanna" You have an amazing voice, so hauting!! Keeps me coming back for more.. I hope you..re having a great week!! Have fun, Josh
LOVE T SEEYA, Mary!
7PM set, all ages+ 2 bars inhouse, huge room, even bigger sound, lights = BETTER!!!
