November 2013/Week 4
The MUSIC NEWS Scotland team would like to pass on our sincere condolences to everyone affected by the deaths after the terrible helicopter accident at the Clutha Vaults in Glasgow. We wish the injured and distressed a speedy recovery. A benefit weekend is planned for 3-5 January by www.facebook.com/eventsforcharitiesScotland
Age 14-19 years? Then you can 'Hit The Road'! HIT THE ROAD is a project run by the Scottish Music Centre and supported by Creative Scotland's Youth Music Initiative and the Big Fund Young Start programme which gives young performers between the ages of 14 and 19 years old the opportunity to learn more about the live music industry, before they are given the opportunity to tour across Scotland.
Since Eilidh Hadden's 'Hit The Road' appearance, Eilidh’s music has been featured on a range of TV shows such as Made in Chelsea, and she has recently picked up management in the US. And, like Model Aeroplanes, Eilidh has attracted major record label interest since taking part in 'Hit The Road' www.facebook.com/pages/Eilidh-Hadden/273700849338937
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www.hittheroad.org.uk/register One of the most important rites of passage that any musician can undertake is their first tour. The excitement of taking your music out into the world, meeting new people, seeing new places while living on the open road, has long been the romanticised vision of touring held by young bands, musicians and performers. As wonderful an experience as it can be, the reality of live music touring is far from a holiday and it is vital to organise the business side of the project before the fun can begin. This is of course easier said than done as there is no one to tell artists what to expect when touring for the first time, that is until now!
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'Hit The Road' links young people with professional promoters, managers and personnel who will teach them the essential skills needed to take their music out of the practice room and onto the road. The young acts selected for the project will take part in a series of exclusive workshops, seminars and information sessions before they put their new skills to the test in the real world of
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