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In Pursuit of a Melody

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IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY is a SONG BOOK with 40 original compositions, plus Joan Cartwright's memoirs, poetry, photos, lectures and more. Cartwright is one of the few women in the world with a SONG BOOK! Here's the CD by the same title: In Pursuit of a Melody

January 16, 2008

Hi, Joan,
I'm so proud of you!!! Your material is very well done and I'm finding your book fascinating too!
I am really impressed with the hard work you put in to complete it.

Congratulations,
Willie Williams, Maplewood, NJ


January 7, 2008
Wow! There is so much knowledge in this book. It is a music textbook. I'm finding it very informative and I love all of the pictures.

The CD is different! Pop Music and a couple of other tunes didn't seem to fit in with the rest of the CD but they work, nonetheless!

Aretta Davis, Washington, D.C.


July 5, 2007

Joan's book is entertaining from beginning to end. I could feel the warmth of her family history and hear her singing in the songs she wrote. I could hear her voice singing "A Woman Knows". I must say Joan could not have done better, for it's her, all the way. I applaud Joan and wish her luck in all her travels on this earth, for we only pass this way once.

Sheryl West, Tampa, FL

July 6, 2007

I have known Joan Cartwright for over 25 years. When she told me that her book was finished and was to be published, I could hardly wait to buy it and read it, as I was so proud and excited, too.

In Pursuit of a Melody is an insightful journey through the life and musical experiences of Joan Cartwright. She has skillfully painted the pages with an in-depth and detailed pallet of colors that could only be brought forth through her vast experiences. The way in which she has interwoven the titles and lyrics of songs throughout the chapters is just ingenious and, of course, her compositions are diverse and soulful.

Joan Cartwright is a mother, performer, singer, traveler and writer of music and books. She has a most wonderful story to tell and share.

Sandy Patton, Swiss Jazz School, Berne, Switzerland

July 10, 2007

Joan's book exemplifies the phrase, "Reading can take you on a journey." You are actually on a whirlwind of traveling and visiting exciting places, engaging in fantastic activities. So many wonderful musicians, singers, talented people have touched Joan's life .Oh! The pictures tell their own story as they appear full of love of each other and of their professions. The family pictures display the warmth of loving, devoted people. As you read, you want to read faster to get a glimpse of what is next. Wonderful reading and beautiful pictures!

Oshunrire Naomi O. James