by fame | Feb 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Here is an open letter from Jazz musician Dave Goldberg concerning musicians being asked by club owners to play for free (or minimal compensation). His point is that this is bad for the club owner! Click on the title to read the full letter. What do you think? What...
by fame | Feb 2, 2012 | Uncategorized
The definition of acoustic music has changed. At one time, acoustic simply meant ‘un-amplified’. It now also means, in a performance sense, music that is generated by acoustic instruments that have had their sound enhanced by some sort of amplification device (mics,...
by fame | Jan 31, 2012 | Uncategorized
F.A.M.E Starts Monthly Traditional Folk Song Circle at Dublin Roasters, February 2012 The Frederick Acoustic Music Enterprise (F.A.M.E.), in partnership with Dublin Roasters, announces its monthly Traditional Folk Song Circle Saturday, February 11th 2-4 pm, 1780 N....
by fame | Jan 31, 2012 | Uncategorized
For many acoustic performers, it can be difficult enough to afford a good quality instrument (a must), but equally important is the ability to perform your music (live) so that it sounds good. Thus it is imperative to have quality sound reinforcement. Many venues have...
by fame | Nov 11, 2011 | Uncategorized
So you want to perform your music in public – terrific ! It really doesn’t matter whether it’s your first time at a local open mic, a pre-scheduled gig at the local coffee shop, at your Sunday church service, or at a major venue. It’s a ‘live performance’. First...
