Music Business

20 lessons I’ve learned in the music business

1. A lack of gigs will eventually kill off even the most enthusiastic, well-intentioned band. 2. A band needs a charismatic leader and/or outstanding group chemistry to get anywhere. 3. Realize when a band you’re in is over. If key

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Fri 27 Dec 7pm - 10pm

Jen Gaffney Trio
350 Grill in Springfield, MA
Mon 30 Dec 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Hot Cat Jazz Band
Private event in Simsbury, CT
Sun 5 Jan 6PM - 9PM

Ethel Lee & Friends
350 Grill in Springfield, MA
Tue 7 Jan 7PM

Kenn Morr Band
Blackstone Library in Blackstone, MA
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Kenn Morr Band
Torrington Public Library in Torrington, CT

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