Seattle PI
Western Washington University’s Pop Music Industry Conference–an annual event held at the school’s Bellingham campus which aims to help aspiring music professionals learn about the business side of music–kicks off tomorrow, March 5, with a keynote address from Seattle Music Commission chair, Ben London. The weekend-long Conference features all-day sessions covering four business tracks—Artist, Venue and Promoter, Music and Entertainment Media, and Talent Representation, but attendees can mix and match to their hearts’ content. Sessions are free to all, but package deals including a brunch and keynote address with Bumbershoot Programming Director Chris Porter and a Saturday night concert with performances from the Globes, Cataldo and B-ham faves Polecat, runs just $10 bucks. For the full scoop on the event or to register, follow the above link.
