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Comment on CIYH - The House Concert News - November 2009 Recap by Meet The Lower Lights – Chapter 2, Sarah Sample

Meet The Lower Lights – Chapter 2, Sarah Sample — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 15:07:06 +0000

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Comment on Common issues for House Concert Hosts at CIYH. by fifthstfarms

fifthstfarms — Fri, 28 May 2010 21:40:28 +0000

Jeff, Fran–

good work! thanks for the summary.

i feel awkward when i write back to artists when i have found their music good just Not My Style. But I agree with you that a response is better than nothing.

please send me the “7 Ways” piece.

Here’s the list of upcoming concerts (2010) at Fifth Street Farms, Berkeley:

8-14 Sara Petite (CIYH artist)
7/1 Blackberry Bushes (ditto)
9/11 Janam (local)
11/6 Teslim (local)
10/2 George Cole (CIYH)
11/xx Arina Burceva & Jon Mendle (local)

Fantastic performers: Jenna Mammina, Gonzalo Bergara Quartet, and Gregory Page…all through CIYH!

Comment on Press Release - ConcertsInYourHome publishes free 48 page House Concert Guide. by Fran Snyder on Concerts in Your Home « Talking with Tim

Fran Snyder on Concerts in Your Home « Talking with Tim — Thu, 27 May 2010 04:47:20 +0000

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Comment on House Concert Chuckles #1 by hillbillyhaiku

hillbillyhaiku — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 22:04:16 +0000

I would add that the “this” I am referring to in beginning my story was that someone had sent a request for more information on our next house concert through the listing on my calendar at concertsinyourhome.com. Unfortunately, he was going to be in Beirut, Lebanon, and thus the commute was just a tad too much. It was bound to happen sooner or later, right?

Denise Williams
Hillbilly Haiku House Concerts
Lebanon, TENNESSEE

Comment on Roy Schneider: Great tunes and house concert cartoons. by rocolbur

rocolbur — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 21:14:34 +0000

I like #6 too. It helps put the message out that you want your audience to learn!

Comment on Roy Schneider: Great tunes and house concert cartoons. by hillbillyhaiku

hillbillyhaiku — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:56:41 +0000

They’ve all brought a chuckle, but #6 is a hit! That graphic would make a great T, sticker, etc, etc. Kudos, Roy!

denise
http://www.hillbillyhaiku.net

Comment on Doing Interviews about House Concerts - a Quick Guide. by bobledrew

bobledrew — Mon, 04 May 2009 12:09:50 +0000

As a house concert guy / PR guy, some quick advice:

* NEGOTIATE with journalists. Don’t just say YES YES YES WE NEED PUBLICITY. This is a mutual benefit. So ask questions. How long do you need with me? What’s your “angle” on the story? Who else are you speaking with? Etc. Etc.

* Do your damndest to get them to come to a show. This is hard for ‘outsiders’ to get.

* Think about what the ONE message you would like a reader / listener / viewer to walk away with would be.

* Have a performer (upcoming, past, etc) in your back pocket to offer the journalist.

Your other tips are great, Fran.

Comment on Are we ready for “house concert” gig-swaps? by terrygblues

terrygblues — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:22:10 +0000

Yes, it’s time! With the state of the economy, musicians need all the help they can get. So often, this means helping each other.

Let’s do it.