The Lawrence Music Alliance has announced March as Music Business Month, a citywide initiative supporting local musicians, industry professionals and creatives through workshops, networking events and mentorship opportunities.
“Musicians are small business owners, and our goal is to provide the resources and knowledge they need to succeed in today’s music industry,” Nick Carswell, LMA director, said in a news release.
The month is “all about strengthening the local music economy, connecting artists with industry experts and ensuring that music remains a vital part of our community,” Carswell said in the release.
As part of the initiative, LMA has organized a variety of events designed to equip local musicians and creatives with the tools they need to thrive. Here are some of the key events:
• Webinar: City of Lawrence Mini Grants — Learn how musicians and creatives can access city mini grants to fund their projects. That’s set for noon to 1:30 p.m. March 3; register at this link.
• Weekly Music Business Helpdesk & Office Hours with industry experts, set for 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Wednesday in March at the Lawrence Public Library. See more details at this link.
• Keychange U.S. Info Session with KKFI Crossroads Music Fest — Discover how to join a movement for gender diversity in the music industry. This webinar is set for 4 p.m. Thursday, March 13; register at this link.
• Music Entrepreneurship Roundtable with Douglas County CORE — A discussion on local business and entrepreneurship support for musicians. That’s set for 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 20 at Pinnacle Woods, 5000 Clinton Parkway, Suite Q in Lawrence. Read more about Douglas County CORE’s roundtables in this article.
• Music Producer Meetup — Connect with producers and engineers and learn about recording opportunities from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 27 at Sad Cowboy Recording Co., 925 Iowa St. Q in Lawrence.
• What Works Workshop & Panel Discussion — A deep dive into sustainable music careers, featuring experienced professionals. That’s set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 29 at the Lawrence Public Library. It’s free to attend; RSVP at this link.
• Taxes for Creatives and Musicians — An overview of tax issues, including self-employment tax, specifically for musicians. The webinar is set for 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, March 31; register at this link.
The events are open to all musicians, venue workers and industry professionals looking to grow their careers and connect with their peers.
According to the Lawrence Music Census, a community-led data initiative to gain better understanding of the music needs of the city, the Lawrence music community generates a total of $13 million in income annually across all respondents. However, a rising cost of living is a key concern for musicians, and Lawrence musicians are some of the lowest paid across 25 cities studied. Read more about the census in this article.
More details about events and initiatives can be found at lawrencemusicalliance.com.
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