How to put on a successful concert 1: planning

It seems such a straightforward idea: learn a bunch of songs then find some people to sing them to.

photo by Nick Youngson

But planning a successful concert involves a lot of planning. Here’s a guide to how you might approach it.

Money matters 2 – online payments and ticketing systems

The other week I wrote about practical solutions for dealing with choir finances.



This week I want to look at the many options for using online services to collect payments and set up box office systems for concerts.

Money matters 1 – practical solutions for dealing with choir finances

Whatever kind of choir you run, at some point you’ll have to deal with money. Whether it’s hiring a rehearsal space or paying an accompanist or collecting members’ subs.

photo by nikoretro

Money and finances can be scary though. Here are some practical steps you can take to ease the pain.