ABOUT THE EVENT: Soundcheck is a pilot project aimed at providing professional development opportunities for emerging and professional musicians, bands and performers across all genres. It is a chance for these talented people to network and jam in a professional environment. Having recently completed a successful fourth event of it's ten-month trial, Soundcheck is now gearing up for its next even
t on June 15, at Nelson Reserve in Gympie, 11am-3pm. What makes it unique is entertainers get a chance to perform with professional backing musicians with a concert-sized system on a big stage. Music industry and professional development advice is on offer as a part of the project focus to assist in raising the profile of the regions musical culture. BACKGROUND: No other jam session in the region, possibly Queensland and even Australia, offers this experience. Please let us know of other jam sessions happening around the place so we can promote them on the page. The project aims to cater for emerging and professional musicians regardless of instrument or genre and an international backline of session musicians are available onsite to provide support. Soundcheck iis funded for 10 months through the Regional Arts Development Fund and is driven by Gympie Regional Council and members of the community. ABOUT SOUNDCHECK FACEBOOK PAGE: Soundcheck's page aims to encourage musicians to network and promote their upcoming performances. It can also be used to generate discussions about the industry, however, any unrelated or rude comments will be deleted. Gigs and artists will be promoted regularly by Soundcheck so please encourage your friends to like Soundcheck to get all the latest news and information about the local entertainment industry, which spreads far and wide.
