2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Check in: coffee, tea and snacks provided

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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Music 2.0: How Musicians Can Use Technologies to Promote and Distribute Their Work
By Charlie McEnerney, Producer, Well-Rounded Radio

A review of the range of tools and services available to musicians who are interested in promotion, distribution and sales on a digital platform. This panel will show you what a number of new music-based services look like and talk about how they operate. For each service we will outline how songwriters, performers and labels are paid, and how musicians can ensure their songs are available on these platforms.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Policy Overview
By Michael Bracy, Policy Director, Future of Music Coalition and Jean Cook, Deputy Director, Future of Music Coalition

Webcasting rates. Copyright clauses. Media ownership. Broadband policy. In a surprising number of cases, how musicians and songwriters are compensated, and how much access they have to the media, are affected by state and federal policy. This panel will review some of today's key legislative issues, talk about why musicians need to have a voice in the debates, and how you can get involved.

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

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What is Net Neutrality, and Why is it Important for Musicians?
By Jean Cook, Deputy Director, Future of Music Coalition

Network neutrality -- or Net Neutrality -- is the principle that preserves a free and open Internet. Net neutrality ensures that all users can access the content, or run the applications and devices of their choice. This short presentation uses YouTube clips and real band experiences to talk about why musicians are organizing in support of net neutrality.

Net Neutrality Fact Sheet

6:45 PM - 7:30 PM

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1. Legal and Business Considerations of Being In a Band
By Paul Rapp, Professor, Albany Law School, Entertainment Attorney and Pete Donnelly, Musician/Writer/Record Producer

This session will discuss some of the legal and business issues to think about when you start a band. What kinds of agreements do you need to set up? What kinds of payment structures are typically used? We'll have two working musicians on hand to answer your questions.

2. Internet Marketing Strategies
By Charlie McEnerney, Producer, Well-Rounded Radio

There are dozens of new programs, services, websites and widgets out there designed to help musicians promote themselves and their work. But participation in any one of them involves understanding how it works, and whether it's worth your time. This breakout will cover marketing strategies, and talk about how musicians can most effectively use their time to promote their works.

Internet Marketing Strategies Handout

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3. New York State Initiatives and Funding Opportunities
By Jean Cook, Deputy Director, Future of Music Coalition

This breakout will provide attendees with an overview of the grant and funding opportunities available to New York State creators and presenters.

New York State Resources Fact Sheet

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1. Legal and Business Considerations of Being In a Band
By Paul Rapp, Professor, Albany Law School, Entertainment Attorney and Pete Donnelly, Musician/Writer/Record Producer

This session will discuss some of the legal and business issues to think about when you start a band. What kinds of agreements do you need to set up? What kinds of payment structures are typically used? We'll have two working musicians on hand to answer your questions.

2. What Can the AFM Do For You?
By Neil C. Brown, President, Albany Musicians' Association, Local 14 (AFM)

The President of the Albany Musicians' Union and other representatives from Local 14 AFM will discuss the many benefits of joining the AFM and how the union is evolving to meet the needs of its membership.

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3. New Tools to Promote Jazz/Classical Music
By Jean Cook, Deputy Director, Future of Music Coalition

A breakout session that will focus on some of the novel ways that jazz, classical and new music communities are using emerging technologies to build awareness and interact with audiences.

4. The Basics of Podcasting/Webcasting
By Charlie McEnerney, Producer, Well-Rounded Radio

A how-to breakout that will cover the basics of podcasting and webcasting. How do they work? How can musicians get their music to webcast stations and podcasters? How can you create your own?

The Basics of Podcasting/Webcasting Handout