I love house concerts! The usually casual atmosphere created by playing music in someone's home makes everyone feel open and comfortable, myself included. I have made some terrific friends by performing house concerts for them.

So, if you have space enough for 10 plus people and can guarantee a minimum of $250.00 plus travel, meals and accomodation, I'm yours for an evening of fun and music! If you've never hosted a house concert but would like to, here are some things to keep in mind:

1) A house concert is a wonderful way to gather friends in a community and enjoy a unique experience! It's also the best way for an artist to really connect with her audience.
2) For a typical house concert, invited guests pay a ticket to cover the artist's fee. These can range from 10 to 20 dollars depending on the demographic.
3) Often the music is broken into two sets, with refreshments served in between.
4) The show is acoustic and pared down, but it isn't background music. It's about the songwriter and her story. This is a warm and intimate way to share art, especially as the artist is in such close proximity to the listeners, and since there is ample time for mingling and connecting at the break and afterward.
5) Accomodation and travel are only relevant if the artist is coming in from out of town. Billeting is an entirely acceptable option as well-artists love hospitality!
6) Artists supply any sound equipment necessary, but need some space cleared in a visible area (with an accessible power outlet close by for any electronic gear) for the "stage"; chairs for guests can be placed in whichever way is best for people to hear the music.
7) Generally artists will bring merchandise and a mailing list form, and so table space in a visible and convenient area is appreciated!

If you'd like to host a house concert, fill in the form and I'll get back to you asap about making it happen! Don't worry if you've never done it before...It's easy and a lot of fun for everyone involved!