Playing Your First Music Festival
Andy Reynolds
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Make Your First Festival Show Rock!
Are you playing your first green-field music festival or outdoor show soon? Not quite sure how it all works on the other side of the ‘Artists Only’ sign? Don’t worry; help is at hand.
My name is Andy Reynolds, a concert tour manager & live sound engineer, and I have written this mini-guide to give you my tips on making the most of your first festival slot. I have toured with music acts for more than 30 years. I know how music acts can have a good show at a festival - and how they can mess up their chances by not being prepared for that all -important music festival slot.
A successful music festival performance can launch your music career, while a poor one could ruin it. People rush to festivals hoping to find amazing musical talent. If you deliver a confident, impressive set, they'll probably become your fans. Keep in mind, with every festival overflowing with talent, each act has a chance to win over the audience. It's crucial for every music artist, especially you, to be prepared. But relax, it's all good! This book will equip you to hit the stage like a pro.
After reading, ‘Playing Your First Music Festival’, you will know:
…and much more.
This guide will give you the lowdown on how a modern, open-air festival works, what you need to do to prepare for your slot, and how to make the most of your time on the day!
Duration - 1h 21m.
Author - Andy Reynolds.
Narrator - Digital Voice Andy Reynolds E.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Andy Reynolds ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
Andy Reynolds
Digital Voice Andy Reynolds E
The Live Music Business
English Audiobooks
Findaway Audiobooks
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Make Your First Festival Show Rock! Are you playing your first green-field music festival or outdoor show soon? Not quite sure how it all works on the other side of the ‘Artists Only’ sign? Don’t worry; help is at hand. My name is Andy Reynolds, a concert tour manager & live sound engineer, and I have written this mini-guide to give you my tips on making the most of your first festival slot. I have toured with music acts for more than 30 years. I know how music acts can have a good show at a festival - and how they can mess up their chances by not being prepared for that all -important music festival slot. A successful music festival performance can launch your music career, while a poor one could ruin it. People rush to festivals hoping to find amazing musical talent. If you deliver a confident, impressive set, they'll probably become your fans. Keep in mind, with every festival overflowing with talent, each act has a chance to win over the audience. It's crucial for every music artist, especially you, to be prepared. But relax, it's all good! This book will equip you to hit the stage like a pro. After reading, ‘Playing Your First Music Festival’, you will know: …and much more. This guide will give you the lowdown on how a modern, open-air festival works, what you need to do to prepare for your slot, and how to make the most of your time on the day! Duration - 1h 21m. Author - Andy Reynolds. Narrator - Digital Voice Andy Reynolds E. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Andy Reynolds ©.
Language:
English
Playing Your First Music Festival
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Congratulations!
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Before we start
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The three parts of this book
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Part One - Advancing the Show
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The 'Advance'
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The Changeover At A Music Festival.
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The Input List & Stage Plan
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The Input List
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The Stage Plan
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The Rolling Risers
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Spend Money On A Professional
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Put One Person In Charge
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Don't Assume Anything
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Part 2 - Rehearsing and Other Preparation
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Practice Your Stage Craft
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The Audience Is Not There to See You (Or Anyone Else).
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Plan Your Set List…And Be Ready To Adapt.
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Tent Or Open Air
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Should You Perform Cover Versions?
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Talking Between Songs
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How to Deal With Hecklers
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Appreciate the Sound Level Limits
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Make Your Audio Festival-Friendly
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Make It Mono
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Use One Guitar or Bass for the Whole Set
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Make Every Instrument Count
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Don't Use Vocal Effects 'In-Line'
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No Microphones for Shakers and Other Quiet Percussion
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In-ear Monitors? Have Your Own Engineer
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Don’t Ask for Delay or Reverb In Your Monitors
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Don’t Ask for Effects or Volume Cues
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Don’t Use Vintage Instruments
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Appreciate the Use of Show Files
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Use Your Guest Tickets Wisely
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Guests as Extra Crew – Don’t Do It
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Book Your Transport and Hotels Straight Away
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Part Three – On The Day
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Get There On Time
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Collect Your Accreditation
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Meet Your Host - the Artist Liaison Person
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Go Straight To The Stage
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Take Everything You Need With You
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Tell The Audience Who You Are
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Pros and Cons of Hanging a Backdrop
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Don't Tell The Audience About Your New Songs
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Streaming and Broadcast Rights
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Get Plenty of Assets
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Register Your Performance with the Performing Rights Organisations
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You Will Sell No Merch at a Festival
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Conclusion: Checklist
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About the Author
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Please leave a review
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