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Free concert for freeloaders

We arrived at the public library at exactly 2 pm, just when the concert was to begin. It was an old habit from my conservatory days —- never arrive too early to have to wait, but arrive just before it’s … Continue reading

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Concerts for free or nearly free

Free concerts don’t always get full-house. Publicity is what it takes. And a lot of eager students on standby. Continue reading

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Going on TV and radio

The prospect of appearing on TV and radio is extremely daunting. In some ways it’s harder than appearing live on stage. Why? When I get on stage, I can see my audience. I can gauge their reaction. It’s a two-way … Continue reading

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Programming music like planning a menu

It occurred to me, while choosing music for my forthcoming Valentine’s Day Concert, that the process of programming a concert is not dissimilar to planning a menu. One is constantly thinking of the audience (guests). Will they like and appreciate … Continue reading

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When busking becomes an outdoor concert

Busking becomes an outdoor concert when sufficient information is dispersed to draw an interested audience to listen from the start to finish. Continue reading

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Reasons for busking

Performers need to perform to an audience. Busking is a way to play outdoors to an audience though payment is not guaranteed. Continue reading

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When piano practice becomes performance

Finding a piano is difficult on Maui. Finding a room to practise can prove tricky when there are eager listeners. Practice becomes performance in the presence of an audience. Continue reading

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Audience experience of live performance

Optimal conditions for a live performance are necessary for both the performer(s) and the audience. Air conditioning noise, movement, chatter, and other distractions prevent the optimal delivery and audience experience. Continue reading

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From performance to entertainment

Classical musicians are trained to perform not entertain. However, increasingly audiences want entertainment. Is there a compromise? Continue reading

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How to book a concert tour (part 2): content before contact

In part 2 of this series of self-help guide to booking a concert tour for yourself, Anne Ku examines the different kinds of people to contact for gigs. She identifies four groups. Continue reading

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