[Harp-L] Re: self promotion (one way)

[Robert Hale <robert@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

(PART TWO)

FRIENDS WORKING A SINGLE
It cultivates good will to drop in on a friend working a solo vocal-guitar
gig. I ask ahead of time (Facebook, email, phone, or text) and now have a
standing invitation with several regulars working in town. I will play a
set, thank them, and be on my way. It's somewhat like an audition. Now
you're a known quantity they can hire, and recommend.

CONTESTS
I looked up the 3 winners for each year of the local blues contest. Look
at their YouTubes and websites. Check their calendars and go hear them. (I
don't ask to play, but the harps are in the car, and sometimes I get
invited.) Be charming, shake hands with each in the band, and offer your
card.

PHOENIX ARIZONA
These methods are working for me. Some will apply everywhere; some will
vary in results depending on population and your music scene.

YOUR EXPERIENCE?
What can you add to this, that's working for you?

Robert Hale
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