Development
Workshops
Six workshops series and over 100 industry workshops each year on topics relevant to industry and artistry. Here’s some of the usual ones.
We also have a large digital library of many years of workshops delivered by top industry speakers that can be reviewed by Professional Members at the time and on the schedule of their choosing.
Mastering Your Craft
Mastering Your Craft – Vocal Performance
Mastering Your Craft – Tom Jackson*
Music Theory in Practice
Reading Charts
Preparing for Rehearsals
How to Practice Effectively
Songwriting Development
How to Arrange Music
Essential Skills
Performance 101
Cables 101
Music Theory 101
Basic Social Media Skills for Artists
Professional Communication
Advocating for Yourself
Releasing Music Commercially
Making the Most of the Gear You Have (Recording)
Making the Most of the Gear you Have (Performance)
Stage Presence Fundamentals
Workplace Health and Safety
Entrepreneurial Skills
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Booking Shows/Festivals
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How to Register Your Business*
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Social Media Methodology
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Equipment and Commercial Liability Insurance
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Building the Right Team
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Bookkeeping and Taxes as a Artist
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Writing your Artist Bio
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FACTOR – Artist Development Grant
Music Industry Overview
Understanding Radio
Understanding Performance Rights Organizations (e.g., SOCAN)
Understanding Funding Sources (e.g., FACTOR)
Understanding Musicians’ Rights Organizations (e.g., MROC)
Understanding Musicians Unions (e.g., AFM/TMA)
Understanding Revenue Streams and Royalties
Understanding Record Labels
Understanding Publishing
Understanding Touring
The Big Picture – How It All Fits Together
What is a Sideman, and How Do I Become One?
Advanced Music Industry
Preparing Your Release for Radio
Learning about DMDS
Nielsen Soundscan BDS
Artwork and Design for your Release
Conferences and Networking
Regional and National Touring
International Touring
Applying for FACTOR Juried Sound Recording
Festival Preparation Series
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Stage Managers Panel
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Making your Stage Plot and Tech Rider
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Building an Effective EPK
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Communicating with Festivals
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Interfacing with Production
Want to contribute to our Workshop Series?
Are you keen to share your expertise with a group of committed youth?
Have new material to pilot or strategies you are exploring?
Looking to “give back” to the indie artist community?
Click on “Become A Presenter” below and tell us more about yourself!
Waterfall
Mentorship
Our organization exists to create a reliable, and accessible network of artists who are eager to learn, share and support each other. At the co-op, not only do you have access to mentors, but also have the ability to mentor others and pass along what you’ve learned. It’s a lot easier to learn together than learn alone.
Hands-On
Support
When you’re building out a release strategy or preparing a grant application, we’re here to help! You can book a one-on-one meeting with one of our members to help you navigate new territories, or refresh your knowledge.
