Attention all music enthusiasts! Are you ready to take your music skills to the next level? Then don’t miss out on the Music Masterclasses being held during the upcoming River Town Music & Arts Festival in Harmony Hill, Rasville, Wismar Linden from April 30 to May 1, 2023.
+ The River Town Music and Arts Festival aims to bring together people from all walks of life to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Guyana through music, art, and culture. The River Town Music & Arts Festival will feature 100% Guyanese music and performances.
Music Masterclasses
First up is Roger Hinds’ Calypso Music Masterclass. Roger is among the most respected names in the Calypso music industry in Guyana and the reigning Calypso Monarch.
In this masterclass, he will take you on a journey through the history and performance of Calypso music.
You’ll gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of Calypso’s place in Caribbean culture, as well as learn tips and techniques for performing this genre.
Finally, Roger will share his insights into the latest trends in Calypso music and the direction in which the genre is heading.
But that’s not all! Timon Fraser, the renowned Soca Music Producer, will also host a series of Soca Music Masterclasses during the festival.
In this series, Timon will share his extensive knowledge and experience in music production with participants. Learn about the process of making an instrumental track, melodies, tempos, and other elements that separate each genre.
He will also delve into the mixing of vocals, offering insights into the importance of understanding frequencies in producing a top-notch vocal track.
And for the bonus class, participants will get the chance to build a track and create a song on the spot, under Timon’s guidance.
BUSINESS OF MUSIC MASTERCLASS
Led by Music business professional and industry expert, Melody Thomas from House of Melody, this masterclass will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the complex world of royalties and licensing in the music industry.
You’ll start by learning the basics of royalties, including how they are generated and distributed. You’ll also gain a deeper understanding of licensing, including the local and international laws governing the practice and the opportunities presented by selling your music online.
In addition, you’ll learn about performers’ rights societies (PROs) and how they work to collect your royalties. The masterclass will also cover the best practices for managing your intellectual works, including registering new music, live performances, and licensed work used in sync.
As a bonus, attendees will learn about House of Melody, a publishing company that can help you register your works and manage your account. They will also discuss how they seek sync and other opportunities for their artists, as well as their commission and fees.
Enrollment is open now, with an enrollment fee of $1,000. Sign up at https://www.gtmemoirs.com/river-town-music-arts-festival/ for Timon Fraser’s Soca Music Masterclasses and Roger Hind’s Calypso Music Masterclass at the River Town Music & Arts Festival.
Don’t miss out on these rare opportunities to learn from two of the most respected names in the Calypso and Soca music industries. Enroll now and take your music skills to new heights at the River Town Music & Arts Festival!
