Making Friends With The Media & Touring Seminar
FREE EVENT!
Saturdy December 5th, 2009
1 – 4PM
The Habitat – 248 Leon Ave.
Kelowna, BC
RSVP To Get On The List! Email: rsvp@musicbc.org
By emailing in a RSVP, please consider yourself on the list. We’ll see you there!
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1:00PM: MAKING FRIENDS WITH THE MEDIA WITH GRANT LAWRENCE
In 2009, the media surrounds us at every turn. All of those mediums are at your disposal to publicize and promote your music should you use the media to the correct advantage. In this very informative and positive seminar, Grant Lawrence, a long time musician and CBC Radio 3 music journalist, will share the secrets of making friends with the media, writing a great press release, giving the best interview, and how to use all the latest social networking tools that maximize publicity possibilities. Remember that a great relationship with the media is just as important as a great relationship with the fans.
2:30: BREAK (snacks & drinks provided)
2:45: GET IN THE VAN – TOURING SEMINAR WITH ROB WRIGHT
Moderated by Grant Lawrence
Are you ready for bad food, uncomfortable beds, too little sleep, and payment in beer? Rob Wright discusses the who, what, why, where, when and how of touring for musicians. This in-depth session delivers practical and effective information on routing, budgeting, logistics, and what life looks like from the road. Rob Wright will give the perspective on how to put together your own tour from the grassroots level and what to watch for as the audiences grow.
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ROB WRIGHT, AGENT – SL FELDMAN & ASSOCIATES
Through his work promoting concerts in Edmonton over the past 10 years, Rob has become well acquainted with the inner workings of Canada’s music industry. Rob has produced over 500 concert events in Edmonton. He held the position of Talent Buyer for New City Likwid Lounge & Suburbs for 5 years, two of Edmonton’s premier club showcase venues. He’s also simultaneously held the positions of Media
Promotions / A&R Representative for Stony Plain Records.
Rob also has experience touring across Canada and performing in underground rock acts. This has given Rob a unique perspective on the industry, both as an artist and an industry professional. The knowledge accrued between acting as de facto band manager and booking agent, at the same time working as Promoter for New City, has allowed him to successfully manage artists, book tours, properly negotiate deals and pitch artists to trendsetters throughout the music industry.
GRANT LAWRENCE, HOST – CBC RADIO 3
For years, the gregarious and encyclopedic Lawrence has hosted the CBC Radio 3 Podcast, a weekly showcase of Canadian independent music. Grant also hosts a live and interactive daily program on CBC Radio 3’s popular web radio station, also airing on Sirius 86. Grant can be heard throughout the week on various CBC Radio One programs such as Q, DNTO, and Sounds Like Canada, and hosts many major
music events, such as the Polaris Music Prize Gala, and various festivals around North America. Prior to his work at CBC, Grant Lawrence was the lead singer of the internationally acclaimed Vancouver garage band The Smugglers.
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“We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the Department of Canadian Heritage (Canada Music Fund) and of Canada’s Private Radio Broadcasters.”
Teen Rock Band Workshops at Tom Lee Music
November 20, 2009 by savry
Filed under Industry News
Producer, songwriter and co-founder of SASS, Don McLeod will lead two special workshops designed to help you win the BC’s Best Teen Band Contest.
Saturday Nov 28th @ Tom Lee Music City Stage 929 Granville St Vancouver
2 PM How To Write Songs as Band
Bring your band and your songs and song ideas. Don McLeod (producer & songwriter) will work with your band and share industry secrets about songwriting and songwriting as a band. We provide the amps and drums so just bring your band, your guitars and your songs.
3 PM How To Make Your Band Sound Great
Don McLeod will cover how to quickly and effectively rehearse your band so that you can get more done at rehearsals and make your band sound great live and in the studio.
Free Admission & Everyone Welcome
Not signed up for the contest?
Come on down and meet the Youthink crew and sign up your band. Hurry! Contest closes Dec 15th.
Great prizes and exposure for your band!
Hevy D Christmas Song Promotion & Compilation
Hevy D Kettle Corn has teamed up with Canwest Global to offer artists a unique promotional opportunity!
Music BC members who have recordings of seasonal holiday songs are encouraged to submit to be included! Songs can include original compositions with a holiday theme, traditional songs or popular songs, as long as the artist has obtained the rights to perform the material (please contact Music BC if you have any questions on the subject).
Selected artists will be featured in print advertisements in Canwest Global papers, initially the Vancouver Province, with an offer for a free mp3 download from the province website.
Out of the applications, 18 songs will be asked to be a part of a compilation CD used as a fundraiser for Hematomacrosis.
In the following form, please submit the required files – Mp3 of the song submitted, and a bio and photo of the artist.
You must also download this contract, sign, and upload to the form or fax to the Music BC office @ 604-873-9686. (if you are chosen for the CD an additional form will be required).
