ENTREPRENEURIAL UPBEAT: Vol. 6, No. 9
UPCOMING EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Whether youre preparing for an orchestral audition or any number of others sorts of auditions, solid preparation is essential. Come hear about how to prepare for your audition and nail it when the time comes from one of the best in the business!
ARTICLES OF THE WEEK:泭The future of arts in the digital age
Andrew Sullivan on print media
Greg Sandow on the new media trap泭http://www.artsjournal.com/sandow/2012/10/
Once again well put our discussion of commoditization vs. value on hold while we take some time to answer a few questions regarding the泭New Venture Challenge:泭what is it and how does it work and why should you care about it?
What is the New Venture Challenge (NVC)?泭 The NVC is the campus-wide venture plan competition. Teams of students from disciplines across campus compete amongst themselves in tracks (Music, Clean Tech, I.T., and Social Impact) and then the winners of each track compete in a Finals competition for the grand prize. Music Track winners receive a泭$3,000 prize; the Grand Prize winner receives up to泭$10,000 more in prizes泭and other perks.
What is a Venture Plan?泭 A venture plan (also commonly called a business plan) is an outline of any sort of operation: a for-profit business, all manner of non-profit organizations, an ensemble, a music festival地nything can be a venture. The plan describes the venture (what it does, who its for, how it operates) and outlines a plan for launching and sustaining it.
Do I have to have a plan already in order to participate?泭NO.泭In fact, thats the whole point of the NVC: to guide you through the process of developing your idea and creating a plan to make it happen. So at this stage, a mere notion of something youve been thinking of doing is enough!
That sounds intimidating. What sorts of help will I have? Thats the other point of the NVC: its not just the competition (which doesnt happen until next Spring). Its workshops, mentoring, lectures, and practice sessions, all designed to help you develop your ideas, polish your plan, and present it convincingly. Youll have lots of help & resources to do this including other students, if you decide to form a team.
Okay匈 think Im maybe interested安hats next? Come to the Kick-off Night on Monday, Oct. 29, at the Wolf Law School building (information and sign up link泭). And/or, come to Entrepreneurship Wednesdays on the 31st泭and meet with past NVC Music Track winners and other folks to get more information and find out about the experience.泭You dont have to commit to participate in the competition until January.泭So at this point, just be developing your idea, meet with some folks, find out if youve got an idea worth pursuing. Theres no commitment yet: just find out whats up!
I dunno匈m still not sure米Then come visit Prof. Nytch and lets talk about it!
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And without further adieu
The Video of the Week!
Videos! I need videos!泭(That potbelly pig playing a plastic piano is still waiting in the wings)
Bobby McFarin and the power of the Pentatonic scale泭(thanks Maddy Cort for sending):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ne6tB2KiZuk
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The Entrepreneurship Center for Music 十Jeffrey Nytch, DMA, Director
Email:泭jeff.nytch@colorado.edu泭泭十泭Office Hours: T/Th: 9-11 a.m.泭 W: 2-4 p.m.泭 or by appointment
Entrepreneurship Wednesdays: 5-6:30 p.m., C-113泭 十 Follow us on泭
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OPPORTUNITY UPBEAT!泭Oct. 23, 2012
The Opportunity UPBEAT! is your weekly listing of job postings and other professional opportunities that come the way of the ECM. Check this space out for jobs, volunteer opportunities, internships, grants, festival auditions, and more!
THE COLORADO STATE MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION is currently seeking a Fund development intern to help develop a tuition assistance scholarship fund for pre-college music study. The goal of the fund, once established, is to partially pay music tuition costs for promising young students who cannot afford music lessons. For a full description of this opportunity, stop by the ECM bulletin board and get in touch with Professor Cremaschi.
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CENTER FOR THE CONTINUATION OF ARTS AND CULTURE, in Thornton, is looking for泭Guitar and Piano Teachers.泭The CCAC is an arts school dedicated to the enrichment of students in the visual and performing arts. We provide classes in a wide variety of dance styles, music, and visual arts.
You should have a degree or be in pursuit of a degree in Music Performance or Music Education.
Past teaching experience preferred. Outgoing and friendly personality along with consistent professional demeanor. Works well with elementary ages through adults. Someone who is knowledgeable and skilled in more than one instrument area is preferred. Especially knowledgeable and confidant in teaching basic/beginning piano skills in a group and private setting. Knowledge in music theory and aural skills.
You should be dependable and have reliable transportation. Looking for someone who can teach 5-15 hours a week.
Please contact Director of Music Nick Garcia-(720)-341-4975泭for further information
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INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE!泭The ECM offers a broad range of internship opportunities for students, ranging from positions with non-profit arts groups to for-profit businesses. Internships can be for academic credit or not, and can often be customized to suit your schedule and interests. If youre interested, stop by the ECM office and well talk about the options!