Concert Management Flashcards
Groups perform for a variety of reasons, which is not one of the reasons?
To develop relationships with corporate investors
Of the following four items which do not pertain to a gig swap?
The host group is expected to provide lodging to the visiting group to minimize expenses
Of the following four items which do not pertain to clubs as discussed in the lecture
Clubs are expected to have professional PA and lighting setups that are included in the booking agreement
Of the following four items which do not pertain to mid and larger sized venues
An out of house agent is paid a flat fee from the venue to provide entertainment, are paid in commission basis
Which of the following do not need to be considered by an artists planning a showcase show?
Showcases should be on nights where there are fewer patrons so that industry personnel can concentrate on them
Which of the following do not need to be expected for public relations purposes
The artist should expect to provide complimentary merchandise to fans via contests before each show
Which of the following do not need to be considered by an artists manager before a tour
The reliability of the artists equipment to withstand to rigors of the tour
Rena shagan developed a formula - if the expected disaster costs are 5000 and the expected dream cost are 3500 how much should a group consider for a reasonable estimate for a tours budget?
4100
Which of the following should not be included in a booking contract?
Name of the record company
Which of the following characteristics are not required of a good booking agent?
Personal connection with the record company A&R representative
If you are an artist on a tour how could you handle smaller markets?
Inform that you need a date in between, fill date with show rather than have a day off
Describe a stage plot
A stage plot is basically a map showing where artists and their instruments are going to be located on stage. Additionally, it states what type of gear and instruments (amps, guitars, kick, snare, etc.) the artists are bringing with them and the kind of technical requirements in order to sound best. Level of volume and voltage are included as well. Artists also make comments like “no flashing lights during our show” and describe the style of their music and their show to make it easier for the production team and all the people involved.
13 items on a rider - name 6
Venue - name, address, fax
Date of show
Main act: name, contact info of rep,show time
Support act: name, contact info of rep, show time
Lighting load in
Sound load in
Capacity of venue
21 items of technical rider name 9
Stage size,height, handrails Stairs - location, handrails, white tape Crash barrier Mixing station - 100ft from stage License for pyrotechnics Follow spots/spot lights Dressing rooms Loading access Masking - draping if necessary
5 items regarding electrical safety, name 2
Make sure cables are secured and are not accessible to anybody (eg. fans)
Know the voltage for specific gear
Make sure everything is plugged in correctly
