The 16th Annual Cutting Edge Music Business Conference;
Cutting Edge Film and Interactive Media Workshop
and Roots Music Gathering
August 14 - 16 2008

The NewWorks Showcase is for artists seeking special exposure to record executives, booking agents, managers and the media. Showcases are arranged in the evening at nightclubs and other venues. Artists must perform no less than three original songs. Artists interested in showcasing must convince the event producers that they have the artistic maturity and the business savy to benefit from the Cutting Edge. The Cutting Edge showcases all styles of music.(Picture of band Won Ton Lust performing at Cafe Brazil)

We have negotiated rates of $109.00 a night for single or double rooms. Please call 504-566-7006 or toll-free at 1-866-527-1381 for reservations. Mention you are attending the Cutting Edge Music Business Conference.

For travel/accommodations/entertainment packages contact: Progressive World Travel, Inc. - 800.479.9767 - Ask for Danielle

Location: Renaissance Arts Hotel, 700 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans - MAP

Please call (504-495-8992 or 504-945-1600) to check the status of your registration.

Want to register for the NewWorks Music Showcase?

NewWorks Showcase - REGISTER BY MAIL

NewWorks Showcase - ON-LINE

CONFERENCE TIPS FOR SHOWCASING ARTISTS

Meet, Greet, and Network
Attend conference sessions in order to identify speakers for later conversation about your career
Bring a pen and pad to write notes from the business sessions
Ask music executives, entertainment lawyers, promoters, and speakers questions pertaining to improving your musical career
Ask for business cards Invite speakers and attendees to see your performance
Bring promotional material and business cards
If someone does not take your material, ask him or her if you can mail it
Be polite and friendly and you will find more people will be willing to talk to you

Promote Your Music!

Conference Notes

All showcasing artists receive a free conference registration, so try your best to attend and take advantage of networking and learning opportunities.

Le Cirque Hotel, 936 St. Charles Avenue, is offering $59 single and $69 double room rates per night. Please ask for Cutting Edge Music Business Conference rate when securing accommodation.
Hotel Reservation Number: 1-800-684-9525 / 504.962.0900

**Be aware of No Parkingsigns and Towing Zones when going to venues**