Casey Doremus
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Truth About Starting Music Festivals
Hope this helps some people. Remember that you really have to love music and helping young artists grow.
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DIY Ride Cymbal converted into a sizzle
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Low.... LOWWWW budget way to get a new use out of an old cymbal. Converting an old ride into a sizzle ride is a great use of a dusty old cymbal. And it gives your drummer more options to play with during jazz ensemble and the solo sections.
Where does the Musician's Ego Come From?
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Gabriel is a college student who has dreams of opening a concert venue in his area. We talked a long time and this is just a small segment. He was worried about getting the artists what they deserve, but also how to stay in business at the same time. It lead to a really great discussion artists and what they believe vs what is reality. Gabriel - ua-cam.com/channels/QFICzE9-fVApvFZFuBLWdw.html
How to Delaquer A Trumpet and Saxophone
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WARNING: Do this at your own risk. Letting an instrument sit in distilled vinegar for long periods of time can result in loose soldering. So do with caution.
Fundraising at Your Winter Concert
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If you come from a school with a very small budget it is easy to get frustrated that you don't have the resources other schools have. But there are a lot of other resources out there you should take advantage of. Asking for help is the first step to turning your school program around.
How to Run a Concert Venue
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Spread Sheet Copy: tinyurl.com/cx8c4a9e This allows you to view it and you can make a copy seperately.
I got a Free CURSED Bass Guitar!
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A lot of people have tight budgets, and you'd do almost anything you can to provide for your program. But would you stoop to the level of taking a cursed instrument? I like to consider myself the Indiana Jones of music equipment. Recovering lost artifacts from the hands of evil. This was a fun rebuild and has such a strange story behind it.
DIY Concert Bass Drum Mallet
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Have you ever been completely blown away by how expensive a bass drum mallet can be? It's quite easy to make a passable bass drum mallet for less than $15.
DIY Gong Drum (mounted bass drum)
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This was a real treat. I never thought I'd get the chance to make one of these, but it turned out to be simple. And now I can rock out to all the ACDC songs I want! Fun build from a broken shell.
Pulled My Dream Snare Out of a Dumpster
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If you've seen other videos of mine you would know I'm very budget conscious. I go the DIY route before busting out a lot of cash. I never would feel right buying a snare drum of this quality, but luckily for me a director threw this in the dumpster. So now after a quick clean up and a few modifications I have the nicest snare I'll probably ever own. Be careful what percussion instruments you t...
Anyone Can Write A Drumline Cadence
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I know I'm breaking one of the three golden rules... never talk about religion, politics, or how generic drumline cadences are. Sorry folks but my opinion on uno of the three must be voiced! Anyone can write a great cadence. I say this because most cadences are written with a pretty clear template anyway. You may not know the ways of the cadence yourself, but I promise you after this little tut...
I Cut My Drums in Half! (Cheap Kit Part 2) | For Music Educators
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A lot of programs get cheap drum sets donated to the school or end up with a collection of random drums sitting around. Don't let them go to waste! They can be used for some really cool things. This set is going to be used for a small band room. Trying to save space, and it is going to be perfect for younger/smaller students. It can adjust to an adult or a jr higher. If this is something you do...
How To Fix A Bass Drum Pedal | For Music Educators
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It is important to get your hands dirty and try things out. Percussion gear is just nuts and bolts so don't be afraid to try and fix something yourself. Update on Pedal: Did this in the fall of 2021, as off fall of 2023 it's working like a charm. My wife has moved to another school, so that's the last update I'll have for it. But 2 years still going strong. I think it was a pretty good fix. Hon...
Why Every Band Program Should Have A Yamaha YDS-150
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Everyone hated the electric guitar, bass, and drums when they first came out. I know there have been a lot of electronic wind instruments through time that just sound like a cheap toy keyboard. Yamaha's YDS-150 is a different animal, and all educators should keep their eye on it. There is a demonstration of my band's Sax section passing around the YDS150, but this also is a discussion of why a ...
10 Tips For Pep Band Drummers | For Music Educators
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This can be a touchy subject. I'm sure there are plenty of these examples someone could argue is my personal opinion, but I think it is important to bring up some of these things. Especially the social issues within the drum section. Tips that non-drummer band directors can easily use to help guide Pep Band drummers. Lunchroom Noise Video: ua-cam.com/video/UYoVHMdnB6s/v-deo.html
I Sound Dampened My Whole Band Room for $200
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I Sound Dampened My Whole Band Room for $200
Cheap Kit into the Perfect Jazz Drum Set | For Music Educators
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Cheap Kit into the Perfect Jazz Drum Set | For Music Educators
Understanding Drum Charts for Nondrummer Band Directors
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Understanding Drum Charts for Nondrummer Band Directors
Keep Your Trombone Safe | Money Saving Tip for Music Educators
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Keep Your Trombone Safe | Money Saving Tip for Music Educators
Elrido Pick Punch Review for Music Teachers
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Elrido Pick Punch Review for Music Teachers
21" Dream Eclipse Ride
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21" Dream Eclipse Ride
Rock Vs Jazz Drumming | For Music Educators
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Rock Vs Jazz Drumming | For Music Educators
Cleaning Up Your Drummers Sound For Band Directors
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Cleaning Up Your Drummers Sound For Band Directors
Trick Percussionist to Respect School Instruments
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Trick Percussionist to Respect School Instruments
Drum Set Equipment For Band Directors
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Drum Set Equipment For Band Directors
Hey Look Ma I Made It | Drum Cover
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Hey Look Ma I Made It | Drum Cover
How to Set Up A Drum Set For Band Directors
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How to Set Up A Drum Set For Band Directors
Drum Set For Band Directors | Introductions
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Drum Set For Band Directors | Introductions
Recruitment Posters For Band Directors
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Recruitment Posters For Band Directors
How To Make A QR Code For Your Music Program
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How To Make A QR Code For Your Music Program

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  • @fgerv
    @fgerv Місяць тому

    Good point about intonation in a band. I fill in brass parts with SWAM sounds and a Bose amp. Thanks for being open minded.

  • @charlieklein8641
    @charlieklein8641 Місяць тому

    Great content brother. I relate 100% to how your boss treats you. All part of the business tho

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Місяць тому

      @charlieklein8641 yeah, and all these years later it was good experience to make me a better employee. But as it made me more organized, careful with my words, cover my tracks when I'm doing work. It has been good for me. I see lots of other people I've worked with who don't do these things. Buttttttttttt..... that guy is still a horrible person lol. So even though I grew, he is still an abusive type of person. Which is sad.

  • @MrSpetten
    @MrSpetten Місяць тому

    What type of drum head are you using on that gong drum?

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Місяць тому

      @MrSpetten it's just a normal bass drum head. It's one I had sitting around that was used

  • @stephenspellman1442
    @stephenspellman1442 Місяць тому

    I don't know if you'll see this, but do you need to use a new vinegar solution every day or can you use the same one for the entire process? Also can you put it right back into the vinegar after wiping it down or do you have to wait a little while before putting it back in?

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Місяць тому

      I used the same solution throughout the whole process. From what I saw, I don't believe changing each day would benefit it in any way over the same stuff. (Also save on money) I did it honestly two different ways. The saxophone I was meticulous about taking it out each day and soaking it in hot water (which was a real challenge at that time, apartment, 4 minutes of hot water) wiping it down and then putting it back in. The trumpet. i just left it in for like a week and pulled it out at the end and gave it a hot bath and wiped it down. The saxophone I think looks nicer, but it also I think is just the metal itself.

  • @benmarkus3675
    @benmarkus3675 2 місяці тому

    THANK YOU

  • @markmckowen5907
    @markmckowen5907 2 місяці тому

    Fun project. I was working years ago for a local drumline (small) with 3 bass drums (as well as 1-2 snares and tenors). The judge make the comment "a legato mallet for the bass drum passages on this song would really make a good impression." So, we did similarly. Dowels, thick masking tape (the one I used would naturally compress), and (wait for it) Shammy material (that we sewed a 'drawstring pouch' around). The judge loved it (same judges in rotation for all competition), and we spent (at the time) a whopping $30 max for 6 mallets. I'm not sure how they held up after the season, though.

  • @ultra9349
    @ultra9349 3 місяці тому

    My cadences that i have played r 4 opening groove measures 3 measures of groove with a groovy 1 measure ending which repeats back to main groove and then repeat to the beginning Another one i did was 4 measures of groove and then it goes into 1 measure features for each section(director hates cymbals and never adds em) the 4th measure is like that last phrase you meantioned, then there’s another section with 3, 2 bar groove phrases and last 2 measure are closing and then it leads back to start of cadence

  • @stephenstephen74
    @stephenstephen74 3 місяці тому

    Sir how long you drip it to vinager ?

  • @IndieTimberStudio
    @IndieTimberStudio 3 місяці тому

    I have a BA in Theory/Composition as a guitar major. Currently record music. I've been a fan of EMCProduction that made me take interests in drumline. I agree about the bass drum part since "White Boy Smooth" is the catchy part from his videos. I'm considering about arranging the Secret Levels from Super Mario Sunshine as the drumline cadence but not sure is it going to be energetic or laid-back.

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 3 місяці тому

      Just go for it man, As you probably already know nothing is going to make you better more than getting your hands dirty. First few cadences I wrote were terrible, but now I can pop out consistent cadences if need be. Some are better than others but this at least gives an idea

  • @sodapopizze8367
    @sodapopizze8367 3 місяці тому

    i want to learn how to do this. this year, this goal has been bothering me so much like its a calling…

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 3 місяці тому

      @@sodapopizze8367 just start small. Keep your cost low and try to build up a following with local bands and make sure you have a market of people who want to come to shows.

  • @snackattack1600
    @snackattack1600 3 місяці тому

    Giving this a shot so I can write for my college drumline 😊thanks

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 3 місяці тому

      @@snackattack1600 my pleasure! Hope it sounds great. If you put it online send a link. I'd love to hear it

  • @joetroutt7425
    @joetroutt7425 3 місяці тому

    Please tell me thats not a grinder on your workbench that you could have used to grind the nut down quicker.

  • @drumyogi9281
    @drumyogi9281 4 місяці тому

    I stopped performing and playing with musicians because so many do it for the wrong reasons. So many big egos. I just did it because it was fun making music with people. Unfortunately music is drowning in not nice people.

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 3 місяці тому

      @@drumyogi9281 I totally get people who want to do it for a living, but unless you are somewhere that has a music scene... it's not gonna happen most likely

  • @RCPercussion
    @RCPercussion 4 місяці тому

    1:23 I love the McNutt specials thrown around in there

  • @wertyghjkl-fc3dx
    @wertyghjkl-fc3dx 4 місяці тому

    I use to book tours which I loved doing it. Overall, and I would not quote me on this but deal making I probably had an 80%+, however issuing contracts...that's when promoters would still want to do the show but started dropping the ball. Always tried to make things fair, where both the artist & promoter would be able to profit...that said while not accounting for alcohol sales. In my mind...you as a venue or promoter still took a risk. Any idea why some of them may have canceled last minute ? curious what you may have to say because talent fees versus venue cap...always under 50% of avail tickets. However, I would also ask for a percentage on top of the guarantee, which I'd always aim for 50% after expense...that way there's still incentive. Talent fees weren't much, the artists were signed with merch in physical store fronts. Extremely different from what you mentioned someone asking to play a show you booked and wanting 2k...without. Part of me has always wondered...were those that canceled...doing so because they went from in their mind fantasy to reality? in turn being overwhelmed? While I'm sure there's things I could've done better...it's just a little odd how they seemed excited, willing but in the end just all talk. I even routed the tours intentionally so the stops were never to far apart so the talent fee without percentage they'd still get there and have a chance to sell merch. That said, when I say 80% that being, if someone got back without outright saying no, usually ended up with a deal being solidified.

    • @wertyghjkl-fc3dx
      @wertyghjkl-fc3dx 4 місяці тому

      Just curious because someone I worked with I agreed for them to be paid 700 however it was several states away from where they were from, which if I remember correctly resulted in dates to/from also. Never had an artist complain about the talent fees I was getting but kept having promoters end up canceling and more often then not they didn't have much or any prior experience promoting. Some promoters, integrity wise I was pretty confident didn't need a contract, those I feel that way towards...never canceled. When agreeing to that though originally was suppose to be a one off...given that's what was being offered plus the travel...had no issue with it. If you were a local venue/promoter and they couldn't even bring in that I wouldn't feel right agreeing.

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 4 місяці тому

      @@wertyghjkl-fc3dx what do you mean by you had an 80%+?

    • @wertyghjkl-fc3dx
      @wertyghjkl-fc3dx 4 місяці тому

      @@caseydoremus5324 By that I mean take a 10 day tour. I contact 10 promoters, they all show interest...8 of the 10 I would get the terms that I was looking for whereas the other 2 of 10...either I would have to agree to their counter or either continue negotiating with a different promoter from the same area or find a new contact. If not, either it turns into a door deal with no talent fee or an off day.

    • @wertyghjkl-fc3dx
      @wertyghjkl-fc3dx 4 місяці тому

      @@caseydoremus5324 Meaning 8 out of 10 able to get terms I felt were fair without having to negotiate with a different promoter.

    • @wertyghjkl-fc3dx
      @wertyghjkl-fc3dx 4 місяці тому

      @@caseydoremus5324 8 of 10 shows able to get terms I felt were fair, the other 2 of 10 having to accept a counter or continue negotiating with other promoters. Overall the first few tours, more so helping bands find shows. One of the first only roughly 45% of dates had shows whereas the last several I did 95%, where the 5% remaining had preplanned possibility of off dates that could be filled.

  • @davidmcaninch4714
    @davidmcaninch4714 4 місяці тому

    Also merchandising is very important too!! Yogurt from Spaceballs was an expert on the subject: Spaceballs the T-shirt, Spaceballs the coloring book, Spaceballs the breakfast cereal, Spaceballs the lunchbox, and I’m sure I don’t need to mention *SPACEBALLS THE FLAMETHROWER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!* The kids love that one!!!

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 4 місяці тому

      @@davidmcaninch4714 I will say I think it's an interesting subject. When it comes to bands, yes merchandising is crucial. But if as a venue, it can be a giant waste of money depending on how it operates. If you are a destination spot. Like you are open every weekend and people just go because they love the venue awesome. But my venue was only open for concerts. So no one was there because of the venue. It was for the band. So when we have a competing merch table it actually pissed off some bands. And they'd lay someone to man the booth all night and we sold close to nothing every night

  • @DAVIDBLACOE
    @DAVIDBLACOE 4 місяці тому

    Great video, thank you all the way from Dublin!

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 4 місяці тому

      @@DAVIDBLACOE greetings! That's so cool. It's amazing to me that I get to interact with people in other countries

  •  6 місяців тому

    did the vinegar destroy the springs?

  • @8ballloz
    @8ballloz 6 місяців тому

    Great video 👊 thanks for all the insight

  • @CalW44
    @CalW44 7 місяців тому

    I've made like four cadences using a tenplate like this, and I'm hoping to get them a) approved by my director and b) able to be played for this upcoming season.

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 7 місяців тому

      That's awesome! I hope they do. It's really a great learning experience to get to put music out there and get feed back from people.

  • @ChaezBoswell
    @ChaezBoswell 8 місяців тому

    Thank you so much for sharing this! Just watch the video and loved it. Using the sheet now to work on a new project.

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 7 місяців тому

      Looking forward to hearing more about what you got going on Chaez! Please talking to you the other day

  • @ChrisWhite-xt1xe
    @ChrisWhite-xt1xe 8 місяців тому

    What would I be looking at if the venue was held once a year, possibly a 3 day show, and multiple acts? 100,000+ attendance. How would anyone go about starting this?

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 7 місяців тому

      If you've never promoted in the past. To be frank, you're gonna lose every dime to your name if you try to pull this off from the start. I've seen if happen time after time. It's like a kid learning to play guitar. You can't start with Eruption by Van Halen. You have to learn a G chord first. Or at least how to play a couple strings and get your placement correct on the neck. Those type of events have to start small. Start with local acts. Don't try and grab Jellyroll or some giant name year one. You'll probably lose all your money, and if the event is a disaster your looking at lawsuits up the rear. So you have to start out small. Get comfortable running events. And as you go you can build up to a festival. Also most of those people who run festivals have the names because they've built relationships with them for years and years. If you have been doing it awhile that is a different story.

  • @john_duncan
    @john_duncan 8 місяців тому

    So, as a tip, if you have one of those screws that match the nut you have you can run the nut all the way to the bottom and torque it a bit against the screw head. Then you can hold the threads and spin the nut easily to grind down its diameter. Bonus points if you hold it in such a way that whatever you are using to grind it doesn't try to back the nut off the threads.

  • @Midtown95060
    @Midtown95060 9 місяців тому

    This was an excellent video. Thank you very much.

  • @saulhudson302
    @saulhudson302 9 місяців тому

    I wouldn't mess around with a new pedal like a Trick or Demon Drive........but If they have no warranty. ...no worries.

  • @Uncle_Sammy1917
    @Uncle_Sammy1917 9 місяців тому

    Where would I be able to go to get access to the Google sheets spreadsheet? Thanks.

  • @deltablue6618
    @deltablue6618 10 місяців тому

    Im a self taught guitarist so I set realistic expectations for myself. I understand that i will never be on a proffesional level of playing but i try and play with authenticity and stay humble. People respond to it well i've found.

  • @ivrz
    @ivrz 11 місяців тому

    Sandpaper and steel wool. Rub a lot

  • @d1zzyp0p
    @d1zzyp0p Рік тому

    I'm currently part of a small team running a lil bitty DIY venue. We're nowhere near needing all this info yet, but we are looking at expanding soon and this is all super important info!! Ty

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Рік тому

      Best advice I can say is branch out. Comic Con Events, comedians, whatever. Just get things in your venue and keep money flowing. The worst thing to see is a venue vacant on a friday night. Where is the venue located?

  • @ZeshaunHassan
    @ZeshaunHassan Рік тому

    Bro, that intro though hahaha, for real, that's how I just felt 🤣🤣🤣

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Рік тому

      Honestly... it's crazy how a piece of wood... cork... and some fabric costs $80+

  • @Symo_drummer254
    @Symo_drummer254 Рік тому

    Thank you very much.Am a drummer and on Sunday morning my drumset got this problem in the church😢 thanks to this video it was well in seconds thank you very much🙏🙏😁😁

  • @jackgoddard4559
    @jackgoddard4559 Рік тому

    drive.google.com/file/d/16EPislpOnCyY3xKxOXLbJki_eEEKxt1L/view?usp=drivesdk I wrote this in about 30 minutes, solid tutorial.

  • @yepitsthatguyagain4248
    @yepitsthatguyagain4248 Рік тому

    im a sophomore saxophone player trying to write a cadence just for fun and this has been the most helpful video i could find, thank you

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Рік тому

      Thank you for the comment! I really appreciate it! I'm glad it helped!

    • @mysinginplants
      @mysinginplants 26 днів тому

      Same a bari sax trying to write percussion

  • @bigdawg6404
    @bigdawg6404 Рік тому

    Awesome !

  • @adysaxman77
    @adysaxman77 Рік тому

    Wouldn’t a paint stripping heat gun do the job a lot quicker?

  • @IamDjSury
    @IamDjSury Рік тому

    Thanks boss! Fixed my pedal thanks to this video

  • @imdome9768
    @imdome9768 Рік тому

    ua-cam.com/video/oECFUMp4rVc/v-deo.htmlsi=4RRVTAHI71Np2cWR i didnt write this with this video in mind but i think its groovy although it doesnt follow this format

  • @judah1064
    @judah1064 Рік тому

    Pollstar 3:00 Spreadsheet Wages @ 7:51

  • @michaeljustin9722
    @michaeljustin9722 Рік тому

    Unreal. Thank you!!!

  • @robcrowson8587
    @robcrowson8587 Рік тому

    What causes the pedal not to swing very much at all?. I have a pearl double bass pedal and I'll bend the pedal back, let it go and both pedal only swing 3 or 4 times before stopping...any ides I can try??

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Рік тому

      There are some products out there that help the springs move better. I honestly can't even think how many times my pedals swing if I let go of them. Its all a feel thing.

  • @DC.
    @DC. Рік тому

    This is awesome man. Great work

  • @fitzmagic
    @fitzmagic Рік тому

    This was a very good and helpful video! Thank you so much for sharing it. 💥BOOM!!!💥™

  • @jero2955
    @jero2955 Рік тому

    hi sir, what's the harm to the saxophone compared between vinegar and those chemicals? I've heard from a sax Luthier on UA-cam that the chemicals thin and therefore weakens the metal specially in the circles the pads touch (Sorry for the crap description) does this happens also with the vinegar? thanks for the information sir

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Рік тому

      The only thing I've seen as far as harming the instrument was the pearls on the saxophone broke down. And some joints looked to lose a bit of soldering, but nothing that was too bad.

    • @jero2955
      @jero2955 Рік тому

      @@caseydoremus5324 thanks for answering sir, have a great day

  • @barbcarbon9440
    @barbcarbon9440 Рік тому

    Not pay????? What is wrong with you??????????

  • @StateofKait
    @StateofKait Рік тому

    This video is SO good, thank you

  • @ecclairmayo4153
    @ecclairmayo4153 Рік тому

    Great job! Thank you

  • @martyfrancis1011
    @martyfrancis1011 Рік тому

    This was a great video. This sounds like an impossible industry to be in. My dream is to own my own venue and this was enlightening. The biggest question for me is the size of the venue to go with. Something small and more intimate or something like The Fillmore.

    • @caseydoremus5324
      @caseydoremus5324 Рік тому

      Honestly it's easier to start small. Way more room to grow and learn from. When you got a large venue it has more daily cost. Also it's good to start out doing concert promoting. renting a place that you can have a concert at. If you can start to really build events doing that then getting your own place is good

  • @jennacolombet2964
    @jennacolombet2964 Рік тому

    Your video is so good and so well explained! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge! 😇🙏🎶