Swallow Hill Music is thrilled to present Auditorium 2024, the ultimate gathering for music industry professionals, innovators, and enthusiasts, taking place on August 15-16, 2024, at Swallow Hill Music in Denver, CO. In collaboration with Venice Music and Alein Creative, and powered by Color Coded Music Group (CCMG), this event promises to be a game-changer for all attendees. Auditorium brings performers, songwriters, producers, DJs, agents, and other music business professionals together for a thoughtful composition of discovery, development, and art in Denver, CO. From content marketing to publishing, experts share knowledge and best practices for building sustainable careers in the independent music industry. Featuring educational workshops, panel discussions, musical guests, structured networking opportunities, and more. Join our vibrant community and be part of an event that transcends boundaries, stimulates creativity, and propels your music career forward.
This year’s theme, “Building Leverage,” focuses on empowering music industry professionals by leveraging their existing skills to take control of their careers. Participants can look forward to inspiring panel discussions, hands-on workshops, and structured networking opportunities designed to help them navigate the business aspects of the music industry effectively.
Register here: https://auditoriumco.info
About Auditorium:
The Auditorium is a collaborative event designed for musicians, industry professionals, and students alike. Our conference serves as a dynamic hub for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and empowerment within the independent music landscape. The purpose of The Auditorium is to provide a comprehensive platform where attendees can gain valuable insights into the intricacies of the music industry, from navigating the evolving digital landscape to mastering the art of self-promotion. Through panel sessions, workshops, and interactive experiences, we aim to foster a community that transcends boundaries, connects diverse voices, and propels careers forward.
About Swallow Hill Music: https://swallowhillmusic.org/
Swallow Hill Music is the proud presenting partner of Auditorium 2024. Dedicated to enriching the culture of the Denver community, Swallow Hill Music is one of our city’s most distinguished music nonprofits that offers music lessons, music therapy, and direct community engagement. The bustling music school operates seven days a week on the same campus as where they produce and promote concerts and events throughout the Denver metro area, including summer concert series at the Denver Botanic Gardens and Four Mile Historic Park. Swallow Hill Music concerts include international, national, and local musicians who perform on the three intimate listening room stages in the historic venue and at locations throughout the Denver metro area. Musical genres produced on Swallow Hill Music stages include Americana and roots, as well as singer-songwriters, world music, rock, bluegrass, country, jazz, blues, and more. They also host a variety of free community events, including a monthly open mic and a vinyl record club. Recognized as an SCFD Tier II organization with an annual budget of $5 million, Swallow Hill is a nationally revered hub for concerts, classes, and community engagement. They have received prestigious accolades, including the Mayor’s and the Governor’s Award for Excellence in the Arts, and have been inducted into the Colorado Music Hall of Fame and honored with the Folk Alliance International’s Business Lifetime Achievement award.
About Venice Music: https://www.venicemusic.co/
Venice Music is a pioneering platform designed to support independent artists by combining cutting-edge technology with industry expertise. Founded by Troy Carter and Suzy Ryoo, Venice Music focuses on empowering artists through comprehensive distribution services, personalized career guidance via the Co-Manager AI assistant, and an active community of musicians, producers, and industry professionals. The platform offers unlimited distribution to major streaming platforms, tools for managing releases, and access to sync licensing opportunities. Venice Music’s mission is to create a supportive environment where artists can thrive, leveraging the power of community and innovative technology to navigate the music industry effectively.
About Alein Creative: https://www.alein-creative.com
Alyssa Lein Bryant (Smith) is a writer and the Founder/CEO of Alein Creative. Before starting her own company, she held various roles at the legendary Quincy Jones Productions, Inc. (QJP), which culminated in her final position as Vice President of Business, after 9 years with the organization. Through her role at QJP, she has production credits on “Taking the Stage: Changing America,” the dedication concert for the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture; “Soundtrack of America,” the 5-night opening concert series for The Shed at Hudson Yards; “Soul of a Nation Celebration,” the official concert dedicated to the Soul of a Nation exhibition at The Broad Museum; and more. She is also the official co-author of Quincy Jones’ book, 12 Notes: On Life & Creativity (2022). Through her role at Alein Creative, she remains in close connection with QJP, as well as an advisor for various entertainment entities such as Music Box and ASHER YELO. In addition, she is a consultant, public speaker, speech writer, and aerialist. As a strong advocate for the advancement of females in executive-level positions, she has delivered speeches on the topic to audiences ranging from middle school students, to more than 1,000 top-level executives in the corporate world. Her essay on thought-diversity, which outlines a research-based proposal with implementable practices for companies to utilize, received national recognition by U.S. Bank, Womenetics, and Delta Air Lines. As a result, she was one of only five women in the nation chosen to speak at the Global Women’s Initiative Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Furthermore, she is on the board of the new Institute of Arts and Innovation, YR Media, Music Box, and There With Care. She was also one of three judges for Dua Lipa’s Kosovo talent search, in partnership with Lipa’s SunnyHill Foundation. Alyssa Lein continues to use her voice, both in public speaking and writing, to affect positive change for various communities in which justice is frequently underserved.
Last year, we worked with THE DROP 104.7 and this year, Swallow Hill Music is our presenting sponsor. We’re also working in collaboration with Venice Music (the distribution company) and Alein Creative (led by Quincy Jones’ former VP of Business), all powered by us at Color Coded Music (a Color Coded Media Group company). Auditorium brings performers, songwriters, producers, DJs, agents, and other music business professionals together for what we like to call “a thoughtful composition of discovery, development, and art” in Denver, CO. From content marketing to publishing, our expert speakers will share knowledge and best practices for building sustainable careers in the independent music industry.
We would love to connect you with some of our speakers to learn more about the work they’re doing in the Colorado music community.
Theme: Building Leverage: Running Your Music Business
Dates: August 15-16, 2024
Location: Swallow Hill Music, 71 E. Yale Ave, Denver, CO 80210
Who Attends:
● Songwriters
● Producers
● Artists/Bands
● Studio Owners
● Audio Engineers
● DJs & Promoters
● Venue/Event Managers
● Media Professionals
● Music Supervisors
● Talent Agents
● Record Labels
● Distributors
● Publishers
Our Key Partners:
● Venice Music: A pioneering platform supporting independent artists with comprehensive distribution services and career guidance.
● Alein Creative: Founded by Alyssa Lein Bryant (Smith), Alein Creative offers consultancy, public speaking, and creative services to empower female executives and diverse voices in the industry.
● Swallow Hill Music: A distinguished music nonprofit enriching Denver’s culture through lessons, music therapy, and community engagement.
Special Thanks to:
CBCA, Anthem Music Enterprises, Pressed Fresh Collective, Colorado Music Industry Alliance, Indie 102.3, FoCoMX, Sonic Guild Colorado, Illegal Pete’s, QoncertApp, Digital Dope Radio, and Wolf Wednesdays.
Our Speakers:
Suzy Ryoo, Venice Music
Donavan Brown, Venice Music
Maro, Venice Music
Dave Ratner, CBCA
Alyssa Bryant, Alein Creative
Brian Godeaux, Qoncert App
Sean Garris, Qoncert App
Jamaal Curry, Business Minded Musicians
Jordan Alston, INVIKTUS
Monica The Great, Artist and Music Business Coach
Terry Josiah Sharpe, Anthem Music Enterprises
Mitchell “Merch” Cohen, Anthem Music Enterprises
Clark Hagan, Clark Hagan Productions
FL, Producer, YGAM Studios and Owner of Hitsville
Mic Coats, Producer
Ariadnaee Ziady, Ipecac, UMS
King Foe, 4Kings, Bobby’s World Podcast
Shauna Sweeney, Swallow Hill Music
Kelsy Lartius-Miguel, Colorado Music Industry Alliance
Storm Gloor, Music and Entertainment Industry Studies Department of the College of Arts and Media at CU Denver
DNA Picasso, Picasso Gvng
Maleman, THE DROP 104.7
…More to be announced!
Accessibility:
We believe in accessibility for all, which is why we have adopted a donation-based registration system and partnered with Swallow Hill Music, who is fully committed to delivering accessibility as it pertains to the physical, economic, social, and emotional well-being of all patrons, staff, and volunteers.. Secure your spot today at https://www.auditoriumco.inf) and be part of the future of the music industry in Denver, CO.
Contact:
Bryanne Elaine Mitchell-Gonzales, Lead Conference Content Programmer
Email: bryanne@colorcodedmediagroup.com
Phone: (720) 634-6266
Instagram: @auditorium.co
Facebook: @auditoriumco
https://www.bryanneelaine.com/
https://www.colorcodedmediagroup.com
The 2024 Auditorium Taking Place August 15th & 16th
