The number of bands playing music of all directions from jazz to rap-core can be judged by visiting one club. Up to two dozen come out on stage per evening. To stand out against the background of this multitude, it is not enough to play good music - you need to invest in your promotion. If the team is not ready to part with a large sum, they have to look for help on the side.
Instructions
Step 1
Sponsors tend to partner with groups that have already achieved success. Therefore, before applying for financial help, win a sufficiently large and stable audience. For this, in addition to music, take care of scenography, special effects, interaction of musicians on stage, make each performance lively and a little new.
Step 2
Perform as often as possible, and not only in clubs. A valuable acquaintance can be made at an Internet TV studio, at a competition or festival - almost anywhere you can play.
Step 3
Make a list of organizations located in your city or area whose activities are directly or indirectly related to music. In another list, list the rest of the organizations that have no connection with you. Help can come from any direction, but start with the first list.
Step 4
Explore your options. Before contacting any organization, check if it is sponsoring and in what area; whether other musicians contacted her and whether she was refused. Even if the sponsor found you himself, study his business before making any decisions.
Step 5
For a while, you will become the face of the organization. Therefore, when considering your candidacy, the sponsor will be very picky about your appearance. If you are not ready to change your image for the sake of conformity, do not count on consent. As a rule, a potential sponsor does not insist on such a change, but simply refuses. If you do not take into account the criterion of appearance, then you will lose time and, possibly, the chance to meet with a real sponsor.
Step 6
Do not agree on anything in words. All conditions must be specified in the contract. Discuss each point with a lawyer. If you are not satisfied with something, do not hesitate to talk about it. It is better to find out all the controversial points now than to bite your elbows later because of your own inattention.
