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Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday Friday, Nov. 4 Registration
5 Minute Pitch to Buyers Here is your opportunity to “pitch” your music to buyers and guest delegates attending Molson Canadian Nova Scotia Music Week. Your audience will be buyers from the International Program, Bringin’ it Home, Atlantic Universities, and the Atlantic Presenters Association. 10 Ways to Promote your Music on a $1,000.00 Budget There are far more bands without money than those who have it. So, what is the best way to spend what you have? How can you use digital marketing to squeeze out every penny of value? What is essential and what can be left until you can afford it? Bring your questions along and get tips, suggestions and best value marketing advice. Panelists Moderator – Josh White, Halifax Pop Explosion Developing a Presenting Series - Part 1 Thinking of bringing the performing arts to your community? Cheryl Ewing, author of Raising the Curtain, a manual for young audience presenters, will guide you through all aspects of developing a presenting series, including budgeting; artist negotiations and contracting; marketing and committee development. This workshop is limited to BIH Buyers only. Ask an Agent Have you ever wondered what it takes to get agency representation? When is an artist ready to work with an agent? What do agents look for in an artist? Will an agent find you or should you approach an agent? Our panel of experienced international agents will be shedding light on the finer points of getting agency representation. From the acceptable etiquette when approaching an agency to what you should expect from an agent if they end up representing you. This is your chance to ask an agent. Panelists Moderator – Waye Mason, NSCC
Putting the “Fun” in Funding: FACTOR and Provincial Music Funding in Nova Scotia The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent On Recordings (FACTOR) will be hosting an industry panel on all things related to the Foundation and its role in providing funding to the Canadian Independent Music Industry. Greg Van Bastelaar, Manager of FACTOR’s Funded Projects Department, will be on hand to provide an introduction to FACTOR and its programs, the application process and will answer questions from the audience. Joining Greg will be Music Nova Scotia’s own Alex Meade to discuss the Nova Scotia Export Development Program for Music and Mickey Quase from the Nova Scotia Department of Communities, Culture and Heritage to provide insight on the Emerging Music Program. Panelists
D2F Keynote Interview with Erik Nielsen Direct-to-fan (D2F) is the new business model emerging with the hopes it will revitalize our music industry and benefit artists at all levels. Even with all the hype, D2F has proven itself as a valuable strategy when implemented correctly. D2F, when viewed as a set of best practices, can supplement list growth, sell high-margin offerings, and give artists a chance to engage their biggest supporters in innovative ways. Erik Nielsen is one of the earliest proponents of the D2F strategy and will discuss his background, experiences and the myth that D2F is simply creating a Topspin account and building a splash page. Proper D2F involves curating content, a well-planned timeline, some existing reach, and savvy marketing both online and off. Interviewer – Jesse Mawhinney, Radian 6 Developing a Presenting Series - Part 2 Publishing and Performing Rights 101 This panel will discuss the ins and outs of the often mysterious but very important part of the music business: publishing and performing rights. Discussions will cover the importance of publishing and copyright ownership to an artist’s career, how to go about copyrighting your music, and how to be your own publisher. In addition, the panel will discuss what exactly a music publisher does, how money changes hands, what you need to do to ensure that you are maximizing your publishing revenue, and how performing rights organizations work for artists and publishers. Panelists Moderator - Jonny Stevens, Halifax Pop Explosion Route US 101 This panel features Artist Agents Justin Bridgewater and Robyn Boyd along with Liana White, Director of Administration for the CFM. The panel will cover all the in’s and out’s of what every musician needs to know before planning a tour in the United Sates. The panellists will help guide musicians and industry representatives through the complexities of obtaining visas and understanding withholding of taxes. Everything from booking gigs in advance, to applying for a Visa, to bringing your merch into the US, will be covered by these industry experts. Panelists Moderator – Serge Samson, Music Nova Scotia Meet the Festivals – An International Perspective Representatives from marquee music festivals worldwide will share insight into how they choose bands to showcase at their festivals. Find out what these promoters are looking for and how you can score your band a gig on the international festival circuit. Panelists Moderator - Jonny Stevens – Halifax Pop Explosion
Host Community Event Committee Presents Unleash The Icon The Art Gallery of Nova Scotia -
Opening Reception – Invited guests and delegate pass holders only The Opening Reception is a 60 minute meet and greet to start the weekend and officially welcome all delegates, community representatives, partners, and other dignitaries. Hors d’oeuvres will be served and beverages will be provided.
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