MUSIC NEWS Scotland

HOLYROOD CONTINUES ARTS & BUSINESS FUNDING

Posted on October 5, 2011 by MUSIC NEWS Scotland

The Scottish Government has announced it will continue to support the Arts & Business Scotland New Arts Sponsorship Grants (NASG) scheme with £300,000 each year over the next three years, helping to encourage new business sponsorship and boost further private investment into the arts in Scotland.

The NASG match funding scheme, launched in 2006, has seen over 300 new and returning business investments matched resulting in a total investment of over £4 million to the arts, demonstrating that securing new business sponsorships of the arts is still possible, even in the current climate.

Businesses that have seen their sponsorship packages doubled through the grant scheme range from some of the largest corporations operating in Scotland to sole traders and come from a range of sectors including finance, legal, retail, technology, energy and the creative industries. The arts projects supported have taken place in locations across Scotland from the Western Isles down to Dumfries and Galloway and include a variety of art forms from a giant eight foot puppet to parkour (free running), Scots piping, Japanese animation, opera and magic to name but a few.

Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs Fiona Hyslop said:

“The Scottish Government is committed to strengthening economic growth in Scotland. Our track record in creativity and innovation makes this country an attractive place to invest. The hugely successful New Arts Sponsorship grants scheme has increased private investment in the arts in Scotland and that is why we are continuing our funding. This unique approach to incentivising new arts sponsorship is helping our vibrant cultural sector thrive and flourish, at the same time delivering significant benefits to the organisations involved and the whole of Scotland.”

Barclay Price, Director, Arts & Business Scotland said:

“The continued support for this scheme will provide an invaluable tool for arts organisations in encouraging support from business at a time when all recognise the importance of being more entrepreneurial and self-sustaining. The Scottish Government’s investment over the coming three years underlines its recognition of the value of the arts and the role business plays in assisting sustain Scotland’s vibrant cultural life.”

• Arts & Business Scotland is a registered charity which exists to promote mutually beneficial relationships between business and culture.

• 2011 is Arts & Business Scotland’s 25th anniversary.

• The New Arts Sponsorship grants scheme was launched in 2006, funded by the Scottish Government, run by Arts & Business Scotland and administered in partnership with Creative Scotland.

• The scheme aims to increase the number of businesses sponsoring the arts in Scotland and support cultural organisations in their business development.

• Under the scheme an arts organisation receiving an eligible business sponsorship can apply for an additional amount on a £1 for £1 for basis and the business receives additional sponsorship benefits equal to that amount.

www.artsandbusiness.org.uk

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Urban Music Industry Panel Event – Glasgow – October 4th

Posted on September 30, 2011 by MUSIC NEWS Scotland

Want to learn how to make, release or get Urban Music played on the radio? Would you like to take part in or listen to a discussion about the Urban Music scene in Glasgow?

Join Muslim Alim (Radio 1 Introducing Producer), Dominic Flannigan (Lucky Me Label Owner), Sean Reid (Producer/ Artist), Sace (Producer), Scatabrainz (Producer Artist) in the salubrious surroundings of City Hall’s Recital Room for this Hear Glasgow panel event endorsed by MOBO and hosted by Laura McCrum.

Hear Glasgow! is a Youth Music Initiative funded project with a remit to create access to music making opportunities for young people aged up to 25. They work with young people and musicians and the music industry to broaden participation ranging from helping a band to get on the ladder with industry advice to running music projects in deprived areas of the city which have previously had no provision.

Councillor George Redmond, Chair of Glasgow Life said: “These exciting events are the initial stages of a partnership which will form the basis of a legacy around the ongoing relationship with MOBO. It will aim to support and promote the Urban scene in Glasgow by creating more opportunities for young people and music practitioners working in Urban music. It means MOBO endorsed events will be accessible to all and will lead to a Glasgow mixtape being produced.”

What? Music Industry Panel Event on the Urban Scene in Glasgow

Where? The Recital Rooms, City Hall, Candleriggs, Glasgow

When? Tuesday October the 4th, 5pm-8pm

How much? Free & open to all!

For further information please contact Gordon Boag on 0141 287 6418 / 07825 904 24 or email gordon.boag@glasgowlife.org.uk

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BELLADRUM TICKETS ON SALE – 9am THURSDAY (29th)

Posted on September 28, 2011 by MUSIC NEWS Scotland

Bella fans have a chance to secure themselves ‘a place in the fun’ on Thursday 29th September when tickets for the 2012 event go on sale from 9am.

Tickets for the ninth staging of the festival, which takes place 3rd and 4th August 2012, go on sale at 0900 from http://www.skiddle.com/festivals/belladrum/?sktag=12774 in the form of E-tickets and a limited number of hard tickets via http://www.thebooth.co.uk . First 250 tickets will be held at this year’s price. Thereafter tickets will be £95 each (+ booking fee). Campervan/Caravan tickets and Child 12 & Under tickets will also be available.

Bella has sold out the last three years and in 2011 the festival sold out months before the event so fans are urged to buy early to avoid disappointment. Problems with ticket scammers in the lead-up to the 2011 event has meant that the bulk of 2012 will be sold as e-tickets which are considerably more difficult to scam.

“We will still be issuing some hard tickets for mainly local outlets to sell but these will be very much in the minority this year,” said festival promoter Joe Gibbs. “It’s a shame that we have to concentrate on e-tickets because it limits the number of outlets we can use, but the dishonesty of a few unscrupulous characters has forced our hand. People should avoid buying off social networks, gumtree, ebay etc.”

The 2011 event featured twin Scots rock legends Texas and Deacon Blue plus: Guillemots; Kassidy; Echo & The Bunnymen; Frank Turner; Newton Faulkner; Ed Sheeran; Anna Calvi; Admiral Fallow; Easy Star All Stars; Eli ‘Paeprboy’ Reed; Teddy Thomson ; Little Comets; Dry The River; MC Xander; Young Rebel Set; Roddy Woomble; 3 Daft Monkeys; Roddy Hart & The Lonesome Fire; Emile Sande; Ben Howard; The Amphetameanies; Lucy Rose; Wooden Box With A Fistful Of Fivers; The Dangleberries; The Staves; The Webb Sisters; Rachel Sermanni; CW Stoneking and His Primitive Horn Orchestra; The Xcerts; Skerryvore; Saint Saviour Benjamin Francis Leftwich; James Mackenzie & The Aquascene; Cousti; King Charles; Suzette & The Neon Angels; Findlay Napier; Diddums; Torridon; Iain MacLaughlin & The Outsiders; He Slept On 57; Tom Odell; Scooty & The Skyhooks; Stetsonhead; Hoodja; Bronto Skylift; The Raghu Dixit Project; The Horndog Brass Band and the Rooty MaToot Big Band.

Belladrum Ticket Sales: http://www.skiddle.com/festivals/belladrum/?sktag=12774

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Knowing Right from Right – Copyright Talk Glasgow

Posted on September 28, 2011 by MUSIC NEWS Scotland

Keith Harris

Songwriters, musicians, artists – they all have one thing in common, in that they create and own intellectual property, and their copyrights are very much the currency they deal in. The whole issue can be a minefield for both creative people and for the record labels, websites, production companies, studios, etc – that record, manufacture and market these works.

MCPS Scotland, together with the SMIA, is hosting a seminar at 6pm on Thursday 13th Oct at The Scottish Music Centre, Candleriggs, Glasgow aimed at untangling the copyright maze.

Speakers will be Stuart Fleming, Senior Member Relations Manager (Scotland & Northern Ireland) for PRS for Music, Keith Harris, Director of Performer Affairs for PPL and Duncan McCrone, Senior Manager MCPS Scotland. They will talk about their individual organizations, the rights they represent and the various income streams artists, musicians, writers and composers should expect from their intellectual property rights. This will be followed up by a Q&A and there will be opportunity to chat over a coffee afterwards.

Keith Harris

Keith Harris joined PPL in 2006. He started in the music industry in 1974 working for Transatlantic – a small independent UK label. In 1976 he joined EMI Records where he initially worked for several in-house EMI labels in the promotions department. These included Rocket where he worked on the Elton John album ‘Blue Moves’, Fantasy, Ariola and EMI International. He then joined Motown becoming General Manager working with artists such as Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder. He left in 1978 to work with Stevie Wonder and became Operations Manager for his companies.

In 1982 he formed his own management company and was involved in the management of various UK based artists – whilst also continuing to represent Stevie Wonder. He is a Senior Fellow of the University of Westminster School of Music, Film and Fashion where he has lectured since 1993. He is a former Chairman of the MMF, the managers’ trade body and he is the Chairman of Musictank. He was made an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Westminster in November 2007.

Spaces are limited so please confirm your attendance by sending an email to caroline@smia.org.uk to reserve your place.

www.smia.org.uk

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VOLUNTEERS WANTED FOR GLASGOW MOBO AWARDS

Posted on September 27, 2011 by MUSIC NEWS Scotland

The MOBO team running this year’s awards in Glasgow on October 5 need a number of volunteer assistants, runners and ushers to support the event.

The ideal applicant must be a confident communicator with a keen eye for detail, reliable, highly organised and be able to handle small projects independently, as well as work harmoniously as part of a wider team. This demanding and challenging role requires you to be hard working, determined and be able to help out wherever necessary, with a real can-do attitude.

Applicants will need to be 18 or older. You will need to be living within the Glasgow area, and be able to make your own way to and from the SECC. You will be expected to arrive at the venue at 9.30am, and be on hand until around 11pm, possibly later. Lunch and dinner will be provided.

Interviews will be conducted on Sunday 2nd and Monday 3rd October at the SECC Glasgow, and candidates are required to bring a valid form of ID with them (passport, provisional or full driving licence). Volunteer assistants, runners and ushers will also need to be available on the afternoon of Tuesday 4th October at the SECC for a staff briefing at the venue.

Please note: This is an unpaid, temporary position, but you will gain some valuable experience in the workings of a large event such as the MOBO Awards.

Interested persons should send their CV to team@mobo.com with the title “MOBO Awards Runners 2011” no later than Wednesday 28 September 2011.

Available Positions

There are a number of roles “stationed” across the show and various venues. These positioned are “based” at:

• After Show Party

• VIP Hospitality

• VIP Ticketing

• Stock Replenish

• Accreditation

• Ushers

• MOBO TV Assistant

• Event coordinator

In any case, runners will be required to assist their line manager, as well as assist wherever necessary. More specific information regarding each of the roles can and will be given upon acceptance of the role. Candidates should cite a preference of up to three choices of roles, which will be considered during the interview stage.

While you will be assigned a particular area, you will not be restricted to this. At times, you may be required to help in other areas of work.

For further information, contact team@mobo.com or visit http://www.mobo.com/

The deadline is Wednesday 28 September 2011 at 17:00