How to get a gig
April 22, 2013 by Jim · Leave a Comment
Recorded March 18, 2013
Learn from venue and festival talent buyers directly as they demystify the booking process. Hear first-hand what they look for in a booking submission, and how booking decisions are made. Also, get the latest scoop on new performance spaces, and explore unconventional booking opportunities in Chicago.
Panelists:
David Silbaugh – Summerfest/Yellow Phone Music Conference
Bruce Krippner – Martyrs’
Carlos Tortolero – City of Chicago
John Barry – Star Events
Moderator: Paul Natkin – Chicago Music Commission
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What do you do after you get the gig?
October 14, 2009 by Jim · Leave a Comment
Recorded Monday, September 28, 2009
We explore the process of putting together a show-
- Advancing the show
- Preparing equipment and set list
- Merchandise and mailing list materials
- How to deal with the venue
- How to do a soundcheck
Moderator:
Paul Natkin Chicago Music Commission
Panel:
Jesse Ewan FOH Engineer / Head of Production Double Door
Phil Kosch Booking Double Door
Alex White Independent Musician
Alisa Baum Director of concert production Old Town School of Folk Music
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