What’s the best way to go into the booking and promoting business (shows/concerts)?
Question by Mary Zombiee: What’s the best way to go into the booking and promoting business (shows/concerts)?
Music is a major part of my life, and I really think that I want to get into the buisness of booking and promoting bands.
What I need to know is what college classes I should take to give me a better knowledge of the legal aspect of it (like contracts and such) and what I can do now.
I already promote as much as I can for bands I’m friends with personally, as well as any shows in my area. I’m an avid show-goer and it plays a big role in my life.
I just want more info on how to go about all of it, so anything you can tell me would help.
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Thankssss !
Best answer:
Answer by Steve D
Definitely take at least one, if not more, contract law classes. Also, basic business law, and if you can find it, an entertainment law class.
After that, basic accounting classes (you don’t want the venue ripping you off with piddling little charges), and possibly a few marketing/advertising classes.
Try this web site for more info…and good luck with your career
http://www.artistshousemusic.org/editor+guides/a+career+as+a+booking+agent
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