Invite David G Smith to perform in your home
1. Contact Dave to set a date.
• Send an email to davidgsmithmusic@yahoo.com
2. Decide which type of event you want to host. The suggested donation for Dave for all events is $15 per guest.
These donations pay for the performer. (The following formats are guidelines only. Got another idea? Let's talk!))
• House Concert--Most Popular
• Typically 5 – 50 guests
• Dave performs two 40 minute sets with
a break in between
• You may serve drinks and light snacks
or ask guests to bring their own
• Dave visits with guests during the break
and after the performance
• Dinner and Song
• Typically 6 - 12 guests
• Dave performs one 60 minute set after
dinner
• You serve dinner or ask guests to
contribute to a pot luck dinner
• Dave visits with guests during dinner
and after the performance
• Dessert and Song
• Typically 10 - 20 guests
• Dave performs one 60 minute set
after dessert
• You serve drinks and dessert or ask
guests to contribute
• Dave visits with guests during dessert
and after the performance
3. Expectations for the host
• Lodging for Dave on the night of the performance
• Promote your event using the press kit materials provided by Dave
• Work to have the agreed upon number of guests at your event
4. Set the expectations for your guests. Inform guests that:
• This is a concert, not a party with music
• The suggested donation for Dave is $15 per guest
• This will be a much more personal and intimate chance to visit with an artist than at a typical concert
• Concert behavior is expected – listening to the performance, no cell phone use, etc.
5. Create your list of invitees, invite requesting RSVP, and keep track of confirmed guests.
• You and Dave will agree in advance upon a minimum number of guests that will attend as payment is dependent upon turnout (unless another form of payment is available). Other things that can factor in: is this a stand-alone show or part of a tour where he's already in your area; car vs plane travel, etc. Please be assured, there's almost nothing we can't work out:)
6. Call me if you have questions/concerns. Got another idea for an event I could play for. Let's talk!
7. A few days beforehand, shop for food, drinks, and supplies, as needed.
8. The day of the event set up your room/s and chairs.
9. The evening of your event, welcome your guests; remind them of the schedule and expectations; ask them to be seated and introduce Dave.
10. ENJOY!
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