Sound Loft
Rehearsal Studios
Sound Production
Equipment Rental
RESOURCES FOR MUSICIANS
GRANTS & FUNDING AGENCIES
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The Foundation Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings is dedicated to providing assistance toward the growth and development of the Canadian independent recording industry. The foundation administers contributions from sponsoring radio broadcasters as well as two components of the Department of Canadian Heritage’s Canada Music Fund to support the Canadian music industry. FACTOR has been managing federal funds since the inception of the Sound Recording Development Program in 1986 (now known as the Canada Music Fund Council).
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An Alberta where a vibrant arts community inspires creativity and innovation and is part of the fabric of how we live and work. | |
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Calgary Arts Development champions the arts as a key driver of the long term success of our city. We act as a central hub that invests in, promotes, learns about and advocates for the arts to animate Calgary as a vibrant cultural centre. | |
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The Canada Council for the Arts provides support for the development of individuals, groups, small ensembles, orchestras and other professionals working in the Canadian music community. In addition to tours, concert production, sound recordings and festival programming, the Music Section funds a variety of related activities such as residencies and the commissioning of Canadian compositions.
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Government of Canada, Culture, Heritage and Recreation
The Canadian Society for the Recording Arts
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Awards and Prizes, Contributions, Exchange Opportunities, Exporting, Grants, Learning Resources, Lending, Licensing & Permits, Loans, Locations, Research Tools, Scholarships, Showcasing Opportunities, Sponsorship, Tax Credits, and Training Programs.
The Actors' Fund is the lifeline for Canada's entertainment industry. Over 10,000 professional members of the industry from all over Canada and in the fields of film & TV, theatre, music and dance have been helped by the Fund, which provides emergency financial aid to assist cultural workers in recovering from an illness, injury or other circumstances causing severe economic and personal hardship.
The Canadian Society for the Recording Arts is a non-profit organization. Our mandate is to create new opportunities for music education in Canada and encourage the creation of music by providing grants for Canadian Musicians.
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OTHER LINKS
How to start a band
HOW TO START A BAND?
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Plan |
· Do you plan to jam only? · Cover band or original band? · Local shows or touring? · Part-time or full-time? |
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Genre |
· What type of music? · What style? |
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Audition | Find musicians |
· Post ads · Network at open jam sessions · Set up location and date |
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Name Practice |
· Come up with a good name · Rehearsal space · Gear · Costs? |
HOW TO FIND GIGS?
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Start with a press kit Spread the word Start locally |
· Build a press kit - it is the music industry's standard for a resume. · Make flyers, ads, post at events websites, emails, etc. · Check local bars that play live music. · Check local listings · Volunteer at fundraising events · Play for free at friends’ and family events |
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Venue Networking |
· Look up for venues that play live music · Join local open jam sessions · Attend clinics · Attend music events or showcases |
RECORDING CD ON A TIGHT BUDGET
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DIY Recording |
· Portable digital recorder · Computer · Input device · Full-backline |
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Sound technician |
· Find a sound technician that is willing to swap his services in exchange of something |
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Music studio |
· A rehearsal studio with a full backline |
MARKETING YOUR BAND ON A TIGHT BUDGET
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Website |
· Create a website – myspace is a great place to start one. |
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Hard copy |
· Posters · Flyers · Free ads on local music publications |
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Social networking |
· YouTube · MySpace · Twitter |
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS (Rehearsal)
"What can I say? Premiere rehearsal studio in Calgary. Comparable to the big leagues in CA. I moved here from CA in 1999, couldn't find a descent one. Then Sound Loft opened, if I'm not mistaken, months later, and I've been with these people since then. Amazing jam space! Clean, friendly couple running the place, all equipment provided for a small fee, rock and roll! I recommend it to all artists. You can rent equipment too and they provide sound production for your gig!" --- Phil J.
“Sound Loft is an excellent practice space, rooms are well equipped and include the PA and drum kit which is excellent. Rentals etc are also available if you need them. I would continue to use them to get an excellent space in which to practice. The sound proofing and equipment are really excellent. There isn't much that you need to do (even down to providing an input cable for MP3 players already attached to the mixing board, that was excellent!). Thanks for the space, every time we come out it's a great experience!” --- Jim Bourne
"The studio provides excellent rehearsal space and good gear. It's convenient and reasonably priced. The owners are very helpful and respond quickly to booking requests. It's a no hassle way of practicing without having to move equipment around or having to rent permanent space." --- Dr. Gerald Zamponi
“It's a great place to jam; great people, great atmosphere and a good deal! There is definitely a great community of musicans that use the place... very chill and very open. Because we got tired of the cops shutting our jams down at guy's house!... It's a good deal. $20 a head for 3 hours jam, we don't have to bring our amps, 'cause the stuff at the studio is pretty good... all mic'd in with the studio monitors, etc. You guys are the best... It didn't take long for the studio to feel like "ours". You definitely have our support.” --- Todd Wallace
"Manny & Merly have 4 studios available for almost any size band to rehearse and they are all kitted out with great equipment (Fender & Marshall amps as well as PA's, mixers & drum kits in each studio). Just bring your guitar & a cord & plug in." --- Dave Allen
"My hobby has been playing guitar for many years. Sound Loft adds way more to my enjoyment." --- Bill Rowe
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS (Sound Production)
"Special Kudos to Manny and the Sound Loft for the fantastic job they did with the sound and presentation for my show on Friday and high five for little Manny and all the work he did helping daddy bring in stuff you deserve a raise!!" - Deborah Spence of Spence Productions (Carifest 2K10 Wine Up Fete, June 11, 2010)
“Manny, Thanks for all your help! It was great to have someone who knew what he was doing!!!” Blessings, --- Justin Macosky (Forest Lawn United Church event, Sep. 5, 2009)
“Hi Merlina, Manny, Thanks again for such a fantastic job with all you have done to get our show off the ground. The feedback that we have received has been very positive.…It really was a pleasure working with you both… you made it so easy, allowing the band to concentrate on the music and not worry about anything else.” --- Dr. Stu Turner (Docs That Rock, Charity social event, June 8, 2009)
"It was a successful gig with excellent sound production. Thanks again to Manny, Dale(Jethro), and Eric for all their work." --- Dr. Stu Turner (Rockyview Hosp Emerg Dept fundraising event, Jan. 29, 2010)
Manny - great job last night - thanks for all your help! --- Simon Haynes (Kensington Road Live! May 15, 2010)
EVENTS
THANK YOU, CALGARY!
... for supporting ROCK AGAINST ABUSE 2010 PHOTOS
We raised $2,315.00 plus $365.00 from 50/50 draw!
CWES: Peta Glezerson, Maureen O’Connor Volume Beauty Bar: Kim Yoga Passage: Brandy Macleod Razors Edge Hair Studio Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra: Katherine White, Courtney Ilie Ceili’s Irish Pub & Restaurant: Shane Seaman, Marcie Turpin, Matt Q107fm: Terri Dimonte, Jason Wellman Swerve Entertainment Magazine CityTV: Judy Gabriel The Time Machine Kensington Road The A Cappella Fellas Eleanor Campbell Smith Tony Smith Hardy del Castillo Sharon Harris Lisa Burden Laurie McClaine Ethan Severo All attendees.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT. See you in 2011.
