Thursday, April 1, 10:00 am
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
FREE EVENT
Getting Here
The Annex
7950 E. Thompson Peak Parkway
Scottsdale, AZ 85255
7950 East Thompson Peak Parkway
7950 East Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, USA
Instructors
Steve Bergsman
Steve Bergsman contributed to a wide range of magazines, newspapers and wire services over a 30-year span as a journalist, editor and travel writer.
By 2026, Steve Bergsman will have published 20 books. These are his books about the music world:
Have Mercy Baby: The Life of Clyde McPhatter (2026)
Shout: The Story of the Isley Brothers (co-write with Ronald Isley, 2026)
Elvis, Rocky & Me: The Life of Carol Connors (co-write with Carol Connors)
What A Difference A Day Makes: Women Who Conquered 1950s Music
All I Want Is Loving You: Popular Female Singers of the 1950s
The Wanderers: Killer Teens, Rebel Teens, Gang Teens and the Evolution of the Last Great Greaser Feature
Earth Angels: The Short Lives and Controversial Deaths of Three R&B Pioneers
Chapel of Love: The Story of New Orleans Girl Group the Dixie Cups
I Put A Spell on You: The Bizarre Life of Screamin’ Jay Hawkins
The R&B Set: The Death of Johnny Ace, The Seduction of Mary Wells, and The Friends of Billy Preston
Brian Rosner
Brian Rosner has enjoyed a distinguished 45-year career in television production, with notable contributions to major programs and events. His expertise in videotape editing has been instrumental in the success of acclaimed shows such as Guiding Light and General Hospital, where his work behind the scenes played a key role in delivering high-quality content. Brian also contributed to The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, refining the technical elements of the show with his editing skills.
Brian’s dedication to the craft earned him two Emmy Awards, a testament to his technical skill and creativity. Additionally, as an Associate Director with the Director’s Guild of America, Brian demonstrated strong leadership in coordinating production efforts across multiple platforms.