Information for Musicians

General Information that will be helpful to musicians

If you are putting on your own live music event with a function band you will inevitably come across deciding how best to promote it. If you have a financial stake in the event then promoting it will be high on your list of priorities. You will need people to buy tickets so getting it […]

Approaching Music Agents The marketplace for gigging musicians has always been fierce but never more so than in 2011. A simple search on the internet will reveal hundreds if not thousands of wedding bands, function bands, tribute bands all looking for gigs. Therefore if you are serious about a career in music then finding an […]

How to get local gigs So you have been rehearsing hard and are looking to make your way in the music industry as a professional band. Where to start? Becoming a proficient musician is all about working your way up. Some of the biggest stars have spent years developing their talent and learning the trade. […]

Tribute bands are more popular than ever, especially those who pay tribute to acts who are no longer with us. One act however has always been at the top of the tribute act list – Elvis Presley. Some good and some bad Elvis impersonators keep the dream alive and it’s happening across the board. There […]

The live music scene has gone from strength to strength in recent years. The effect of declining recorded music sales has led record labels and bands to tour extensively to supplement their income. Many artists sign 360 deals with labels meaning the label can also profit from touring income. The public it seems is more […]

Bob Gillis is a mentor, teacher of my daughter, and a great musician. Bob focuses on jazz piano/keyboard and trumpet as well as other horns.

Getting Sheet Music is fairly easy today on the web, however, some sites stand out as better than others. Virtual Sheet Music is one I recommend.

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