Monday November 3, 2008
5:30 - 6:00 Networking session
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Panel program

Claudia Cassidy Theater
Chicago Cultural Center
77 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL

Being with the right label can make all the difference - find out why it might be better to to sign with an small independent label versus a major label, what a label deal looks like in terms of the money you get, and keep at the end of the day and also what kind of artistic and business decision remain yours versus being taken away from your band. During your career you can expect to make the journey from one label to another, sometimes by choice and sometimes not - when and how to approach this decision.

Monday October 6, 2008
5:30 - 6:00 Networking session
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Panel and Q&A

Chicago Cultural Center
Washington/Garland Meeting Rooms
5th FLOOR
77 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL

Now matter how much technology changes, musicians of all sorts still need to record their music. There are bargains to be had at all different levels of recording: from the DYI home studio, to live recordings, to more elaborate studios. All of your choices regarding setting, equipment, personnel, and technology contribute to the overall cost of the finished product. Hear from the experts all about the resources in Chicago available to the beginner, as well as the seasoned professional, and get advice on how to budget your time, how to make the right choices so you can get the most recording for your dollar.

Monday September 8, 2008
5:30 - 6:00 Networking session
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Panel program

Claudia Cassidy Theater
Chicago Cultural Center
77 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL

Learn from the pros about how get bookings in the venue that works best for your act, and hear about what's the latest scoop on new spaces and unconventional booking opportunities in Chicago.