Cllr Nozipho Makeke-Tyobeka
In the run-up to the annual Tribute Concert at Moretele Park on 29 August 2015, the Drakensberg Promotions in partnership with the City of Tshwane will hold a music business workshop on 23 August 2015 to share current trends in the South African music industry with arts stakeholders.
The Tribute Concert Music Workshop will take place at the Eskia Mpahlele Library, Sammy Marks Square in Pretoria on Saturday, 22 August 2014, from 09:00 to 14:00. All arts stakeholders are invited to be part of an in-depth discussion that delves into the state of the industry in general, and the live music scene in particular. The workshop is free and will be facilitated by Drakensberg Promotions and assisted by the Heritage Music School.
Member of the Mayoral Committee responsible for Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture in Tshwane, Cllr Nozipho Makeke-Tyobeka, said the workshop is in line with the City’s Creative Industries Strategy. “We want to create an after-effect that is meaningful for artists. It should assist them in developing their skills and empower them in their future endeavours,” she said.
“The workshop is, amongst others, aimed at imparting business skills to musicians and related sectors. We have seen high profile artists dying poor despite their immense talent and track record in the industry and the workshop is a step to change the lives of the local musicians and artists,” Makeke-Tyobeka added.
Topics to be discussed at the workshop issues affecting the music industry, such as contracts, rights administration (performing, mechanical and needle time rights), business management, publishing, recording and performance. Facilitated by Sipho Sithole, the workshops invites both young musicians and established professionals to come and join the conversation.
Featuring at the Tribute Concert will be Thandiswa Mazwai, Tshepo Tshola, Caiphus Semenya, Kanda Bongoman, Vusi Mahlasela, Oliver Mtukudzi, Mango Groove, The Soil, Afrotraction and more. Saturday August 22nd will also see the last leg of the Road to Moretele Park Concerts at Newtown Junction mall in Johannesburg and will feature Nathi & Vusi Nova from 13:30.
To register for this important industry workshop or to apply for accreditation, please contact Hlengiwe on info@drakensbergpromotions.co.za alternatively dial 011 482 4973
