House Concerts
What is a house concert?
A house concert is an excellent way to get together with
friends and, at the same time, to be introduced to an artist and
their work. There is nothing like the experience of being close
enough to an artist to observe how they breathe life into a work;
or to talk to the artist after the concert and ask all the questions
that the performance evokes. Many people have homes large enough
to accommodate 25 or more people. Instead of being distant observers
in a concert hall, they could offer their own home for a private
concert by a professional artist.
A house concert host simply invites their friends
to come and share in the experience. The intimacy and warmth of
the occasion soon enchants most people who attend house concerts.
Who would not want to be the first to introduce his or her friends
to a favourite new artist and watch the delight of the audience
as the evening unfolds? House concerts have many other advantages
-reasonable cost; no parking problems, and an audience that has
been handpicked and invited by you. In a time when most of our entertainment
is "delivered" on a large scale or via technology, many
people are still intrigued by the simplicity and moved by the sense
of community they feel attending a house concert.
Why choose Chloe & Jason
Roweth?
Chloe & Jason Roweth regularly perform smaller style concerts
as part of their touring schedule. Their music is well suited to
an intimate environment, with clear voices well complimented by
acoustic instruments. Add to this the many stories and insights
into Australian life which accompany the songs, and you have the
makings of an engaging, and often moving concert experience. The
duo also offers many themed
presentations to choose from. The intimate setting of a house
concert allows the audience to become active participants in the
musical experience - the kind of interaction that Chloe and Jason
thrive on!
How do I present a house
concert?
Here are some guidelines for presenting a successful house concert.
Length of a Concert
Usually a concert consists of two 45 minute sets with a 20-minute
intermission. Sets can be tailored to individual requests.
"Presenter" or
"host" responsibilities
Invite everyone; friends, relatives, business acquaintances, etc.,
who would enjoy the evening.
To cover the artist's fee, you can either sell tickets or, if you
want to invite friends for a special occasion, you might prefer
to pay the artists out of your own pocket.
Determine with the artists the best spot in your house for the performance,
and provide seats for your audience. In the warmer months, you might
prefer to hold your concert outdoors in a backyard or on a deck.
Provide some refreshments, or ask your guests to bring a plate.
Of course, you can make things as elaborate as you like.
Discuss with the artists whether they will need to provide sound
equipment.
The cost
The fee for one of Chloe & Jason's regular evening concerts
is based on the number of people in attendance. Tickets are generally
$10-$15, with a minimum fee of $250 (25 people @ $10 per person).
Travel costs for the artists also need to be considered and incorporated
into the ticket price. Or, as mentioned before, you can simply invite
your friends and pay the musicians yourself.
To organise your own house concert, just contact
Chloe & Jason Roweth
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