Here are a few details about performing at Black-Eyed Susan.
Time
Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday evenings and are expected to include at least two hours of music.
Suitability and Volume
We welcome and support a wide variety of musical styles at Black-Eyed Susan. However, we prefer musicians to perform on acoustic instruments so the volume can be kept at a reasonable level. Our space simply doesn't work for loud music. We're open nearly every Saturday night and invite you to see what our facility is like and how the acoustics work during a performance.
We prefer to host solos and duos; the sound level is usually more manageable. Trios and quartets can work here if the players are mature enough to realize that a quality performance does not have to be loud.
New to us?
If you want to perform here but we don't know your music, - educate us! Send us a few mp3 selections, loan us a CD or play for us on our Open Mic night, the first Thursday each month.
Sound system
We've selected a Bose system. But until that's in place you'll need to bring your own equipment. Again, visiting us on a Saturday night will answer questions you may have.
Marketing Information/Bios
It's the music that excites us here, but money pays the bills in order to facilitate the performances. We've learned we can increase your audience, and consequently the overall revenue, if you help us well in advance by describing your musical background. We need you to supply material for our public relations effort on your behalf. Please complete and return the PR form including a photograph or two. When possible, we need your information no less than 45 days before you are scheduled to perform. Many of the regional media are monthly - we need this much lead time to get onto their pages.
Regardless of the distance between Angelica and your home, please tell your fans about your gig with us.
Payment
Performers are remunerated from our customers' tips. When audiences enjoy themselves, they are often more generous. We'll encourage them to be generous, and you do your part by making sure they have a great time.
Your Contacts at Black-Eyed Susan
For bookings and technical information, please contact don@black-eyed-susan.com or phone 585-466-3399.
Once you're booked, your contact for publicity is karen@black-eyed-susan.com, or leave a message at 585-466-3399.
It's your show
Yes, by all means, announce your other gigs to the Black-Eyed Susan audience. Yes, bring your CD's to sell. Yes, bring your mailing list sign-up.
Tell us if you have any special needs.
A new venue for live music with great food and drinks at 22 W. Main Street, Angelica, NY.