One Web Day is almost upon us! (Monday, September 22) What are we doing in Chicago to celebrate? Among other things the Future of Music Coalition has organized a workshop at the Old Town School of Folk Music, and I’ll be speaking on the Policy Overview panel. Come say hello!
Here’s more info:
Today’s music landscape is filled with both excitement and foreboding. With so many new technologies and ways to promote and distribute music, how do performers, composers, songwriters and independent labels know how to participate, who to trust, and what is most effective?
Future of Music Coalition — a national non-profit that seeks a bright future for musicians and fans — is organizing a musician education workshop at the Old Town School of Folk Music on September 22, from noon to 7PM. The “What’s the Future for Musicians?” seminar will provide musicians, songwriters, independent label owners and music fans with practical advice about a range of internet-based promotion and distribution options, how to navigate the health insurance landscape, the importance of open internet structures and how copyright law and business models affect musician compensation. Breakout sessions will give attendees a chance to interact with the experts on the latest developments in music, technology and policy. The forum is a great opportunity to network with other musicians while getting informed on topical issues.
Admission is $25, though a limited number of musician scholarships are also available.
Event page:
http://www.futureofmusic.org/events/chicago08/index.cfmRegistration:
https://www.futureofmusic.org/events/chicago08/regform.cfmMusician Scholarships:
http://www.futureofmusic.org/events/chicago08/scholarshipinfo.cfm
What else is happening for One Web Day?
As part of Chicago’s NetTuesdays Meetups we’ve been recording interviews with people from the Chicago NPO & Tech Sector – hope to have some of those up by Monday!