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How to Request a Music Review (Free Template)
Does it feel harder than ever to get reviews of your gigs, projects, or albums? You’d love to get good press. Afterall, reviews help legitimize who you are as an artist. And if you’re looking to tour, many presenters and venues prefer to work with artists who have a proven
Podcast #17: Jean Davidson
What does it take to become the CEO of a major arts organization? Just like becoming a successful performer, there is no one path to becoming a CEO. Jean Davidson, the President and CEO of the Los Angeles Master Chorale, joins Kelly to talk about a few of her big
5 No-Fuss Organization Tips for Musicians Who Are Trying to Juggle It All
21st-century musicians are the ultimate freelancers. You might have multiple jobs like performing with an organization, booking and performing your own gigs, teaching, administration, and/or a nonmusical day job. Many refer to this as a “portfolio career” and it has become the norm for musicians. But keeping up with all
Podcast #16: Kris Bowers
Have you ever wondered how young superstars achieve such fast success — and how it will affect their career down the road? Today on the show, Kelly talks with 28-year-old jazz pianist and film composer Kris Bowers. Kris has thrived at a very high level in both the jazz and
8 Things Musicians Must Do Before Pitching Their Project
There’s one thing agents know for sure: booking a performance doesn’t happen with a snap of your fingers. In fact, it’s the complete opposite. Securing an offer from a venue requires an organized strategy, plenty of research, genuine concern for both the artist’s and venue’s best interest, a thick skin,
Podcast #15: Nicole Paiement
Women are beginning to take charge of the opera and orchestra worlds one podium at a time. Today’s guest is one of the incredible women who has made a name for herself in opera. Nicole Paiement has her own opera company, Opera Parallèle, and she is the first female to be appointed a Principal Guest