“The people who make it to the top – whether they’re musicians, or great chefs, or corporate honchos – are addicted to their calling…the ones who’d be doing whatever it is they love, even if they weren’t being paid.” – Quincy Jones
All you need to know about the music industry right now – seminars, career plans, brutally frank discussions, and tips that could shape your music future…
Hear from the music professionals who have forged a career in the music industry and are not afraid to share the realities of the business, how to make money as a musician, along with tips for you to navigate a path in the industry. Don’t be afraid to put a question to the panel at the end of the session, or meet up afterwards in the cafe for a quieter chat.
Music Management
You know the band, you know all the songs…how do you go from top supporter to top manager? Media, marketing, touring, band relations – these speakers can help kickstart your new career.
Share Your Sound
How brave are you feeling? Be one of four people/bands to have a pre-recorded demo played in front of the professional panel. They will give guidance, advice and steer you towards getting your song release-ready. Those in the audience can take away tips for their own pieces. Pre-booking essential: email us at info@yami.nz
Sign Me Up!
How to impress that agent, A&R scout, or manager? These experts in the industry guide you in getting to the next level in your career as a professional musician.
Jobs In Music
Agent, promoter, engineer, session muso, club owner, music supervisor, score composer, manager, DJ, record label owner….what else can you do with your talents as well as rocking the stage? After a Q & A with star speakers, you’ll have a chance to splinter off with a group that most tickles your ivories.
Artists ‘Avin A Banter
Put the Questions to the Artists and hear their take on the biggest traps, the best advice they ever got, how they get their songs published, and more.
