Albany, NY - Future of Music Coalition is proud to partner with the Albany Musicians Union (AFM 14) to bring the “What’s The Future for Musicians?” seminar to Albany. The free event takes place at the Clarion Hotel on Wednesday, April 30, from 3 PM to 8:30 PM. Musicians will learn about such topical issues as promotion and distribution, access to media outlets such as radio, compensation in the digital age and the importance of open internet structures. Artists from all genres - including classical, jazz, rock, folk and hip-hop - are welcome.
Albany, NY – Future of Music Coalition is proud to partner with the Albany Musicians Union (AFM 14) to bring the “What’s The Future for Musicians?” seminar to Albany. The free event takes place at the Clarion Hotel on Wednesday, April 30, from 3 PM to 8:30 PM.
Future of Music Coalition is a national non-profit that deals with issues at the intersection of music, technology, policy and law. FMC helps musicians understand these tricky issues in order to make better-informed decisions regarding their art and livelihood.
Musicians will learn about such topical issues as promotion and distribution, access to media outlets such as radio, compensation in the digital age and the importance of open internet structures. Artists from all genres — including classical, jazz, rock, folk and hip-hop — are welcome.
The seminar will be guided by a core group of presenters who have a wide range of expertise in the music, performance, technology, policy, copyright and law space. Attendees will have an opportunity to interact with peer-experts in breakout sessions and roundtable discussions. “What’s the Future for Musicians?” is part of a series of New York State music education events, which also includes presentations in Buffalo, Rochester and Syracuse.
What: What’s the Future for Musicians? seminar
When: Wednesday, April 30, 3 PM—8:30 PM
Where: The Clarion Hotel, 3 Watervliet Avenue Extension, Albany, NY
Admission: Free
Details: http://www.futureofmusic.org/events/newyork08/albany.cfm
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These musician-focused educational events are supported by a grant from the New York State Music Fund, established by the New York State Attorney General at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors.
Future of Music Coalition is a national non-profit education, research and advocacy organization that seeks a bright future for creators and listeners. FMC works towards this goal through continuous interaction with its primary constituency — musicians — and in collaboration with other creator/public interest groups. More