Music Business: Corporate Event Bookings

The response from Andrew Wasson , of Creative Guitar Studio, to:

"I was wondering if you could do a video like the one, 'Playing in a Top-40 Bar band,' but more along the lines of how to book and organize events (corporate) like you mentioned in your 'Making Money in the Music Business,' video series." - Bill

Andrew Wasson of Creative Guitar Studio covers the concepts of how musicians can begin to; pursue clients, plan meetings, get quotes and contracts organized, as well as, plan the live music details for small corporate events.

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[joshyboy152]

How much of the songs did you practice, or did you just improvise it, was it like 1,2,3,4 play or did you know what songs you were doing?

[creativeguitarstudio]

Hello joshyboy152,

Good question... for the jazz band, we did a quick rehearsal at 3:00 - 4:45 P.M. and then just went to the gig, (but we do jam/rehearse at least once or twice a month to stay sharp). For the Caribbean group we don't rehearse, (they are actually a band I freelance in sometimes so I am familiar with their stuff). During the event (when we play) I do have charts for all of the tunes for both groups.

So, yes we do know the songs and are well prepared for these gigs.

- Andrew

[alexdaplayar110]

i know ive made a lot of comments about this so sorry if its bugging u and let me know if i should just stop asking...but how much do you know about bass guitar? and would you ever think about giving a quick rundown on what it is and the best way to buy your first one like is it better to buy a starter pack or buy a bass and amp separate...thank you

[creativeguitarstudio]

Hello alexdaplayar110,

I really don't play much bass in live bands, (I'll maybe only do a gig or two a year and that's it).

I could probably shoot a "Guitar Players Guide to Playing Bass" type of video - if that's what you're thinking about (?).

Message me and let me know about that.

- Andrew

[drowzy721]

5:20 I thought you joined the FBi Andrew! lol

[MajorImpact]

It's never a good idea to buy a 'starter pack.' The instrument and amp are both very low quality. You're *much* better off buying a used instrument and amp.

Quality used gear is far superior to low quality new gear.

[TheIn2Nation]

@creativeguitarstudio i would love to see that video!

[LeerDB]

Dang, I wanted to hear his carribean band.

[PatrickSebastian]

Cool video Andrew...

[seventhbrokenstring]

Thanks a lot for the videos Andrew!

[mr252307]

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