CONFERENCE REGISTRATION:
Early Registration until December 31, 2009 .... $55.00
Registration after December 31, 2009 .... $75.00
Registration after February 2, 2010 .... $100.00
Discount* Registration until February 2 .... $55.00
Discount* Registration after February 2 .... $75.00
SHOWCASE SUBMISSION:
Submit Online with Sonicbids Electronic Press Kits
Use your Myspace, Facebook, or other Social Networking site and submit with Acteva
Or Mail In Showcase Application with Full Press Kit
Apply by December 8, 2009 .... $20.00
TRADE SHOW BOOTHS:
Standard Exhibitor Booth .... $500.00
Double or Prime Placement Booth .... $750.00
All booths are based upon availability. Reserve Early.
BUZZ BAG INSERTS: 600 regular inserts.... $100.00
Must be recieved by February 11, 2010
COMPILATION CD:
By committee selection .... $150.00
Music must be recieved on CD and mailed by December 8, 2009
HOTEL RESERVATIONS:
Radisson Penn Harris Hotel MMC Room Rate .... $109.00
Call 717-763-7117 to make reservations by January 18, 2010. DIRECTORY ADVERTISING:
Full Page ... 10” X 12 1/2” .... $500.00
Half Page … 10" X 6 1/4" (horiz.) .... $250.00
Half Page …. 5" X 12 1/2" (vert.) .... $250.00
Quarter Page ... 5" X 6 1/4" .... $125.00
We accept.pdf, .tif, .eps and .jpgs (300 dpi, CMYK color)
Camera ready layout and payment must be received by January 15, 2010. Reserve space early. We discount ads from showcase acts and speakers.
When making payment send and make all checks and money orders payable to:
Millennium Music Conference
PO Box 1012 Harrisburg, Pa 17108-1012
Millennium Music Conference & Showcase 2010
February 18-21, 2010 Harrisburg, PA
4 Nights, Over 250 Showcasing Acts & Artists, 28 Venues
3 Days of Music Business Keynotes, Panels, Clinics, Workshops, Mentoring, Day Stage & Trade Show Floor
Visit us now on Myspace, Facebook, ReverbNation, YouEmerge, and Twitter!
OVERVIEW
The 14th Annual Millennium Music Conference & Showcase will be held February 18-21, 2010 at the
Radisson Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center and 25 showcase venues in and around the City of
Harrisburg, PA The conference features 3 afternoons of music business keynotes, panels, clinics,
workshops, day stage, one-on-one mentoring & demo listening sessions, and industry trade show.
The event celebrates new music with 4 nights of showcases featuring over 250 original acts at 25 live
music venues. Since 1997, the conference & showcase has become one of the premier music events on
the East Coast. MMC has educated and showcased thousands of independent acts and artists. Music
industry professionals attend as panelists, speakers, mentors, exhibitors and talent scouts to network,
do business and share their experience with musicians, registrants and attendees. The community is
invited to join in the celebration of emerging talent, independent artists and new music as all showcase
performances are open to the public.
Millennium Music Conference Showcases create an exciting and valuable platform for new talent.
Performing at the annual event and networking with other musicians, music industry professionals
and music fans in this unique conference environment can be integral to careers. Hundreds of
unsigned, independent acts and artists will be selected for the night time showcases in 2010. All
showcases are open to the public, the majority are free, and most all genres of popular new music
are represented. Band performances are generally 40 minute sets of original music of a bill with
acts of similar genre. All selected acts and artists are autmoatically registered for the afternoon
busines sessions at the Radisson Penn Harris Convention Center. All acts that submit to showcase
can receive free badges for all band members to attend the conference whether selected or not.
The Showcase Submission/Application Deadline is DECEMBER 8, 2009 and the fee is $20. 00
All acts and artists must submit all requirements to be considered. Early selections will be made
and the final selection notifications begin on December 15, 2009 and continue until complete.
All Selected acts are automatically registered for Performer's Credentials. Unselected acts are
considered Alternates and invited to attend.
3 Ways to Submit to Showcase at MMC14:
The showcase dates are February 18-21, 2010. All showcase submissions and applications must
be completed by December 8, 2009. 150 showcase slots are reserved for Sonicbids.com member
artists and over 250 will be selected to participate in the conference and showcase.
In 2010 the Millennium Music Conference will feature 3 afternoons of music business keynotes, panels,
clinics, workshops, open mikes, one-on-one mentoring & demo listening sessions and trade show. This
conference is your opportunity to meet and learn from music producers, managers, agents, promoters,
talent buyers, publicists, publishers, studio engineers, radio station executives, attorneys, songwriters,
recording artists, CD manufacturers, distributors, and record label representatives. If you are a musician,
have a music industry related business or want to get into the business you should register to attend this
event. Panels, clinics and workshops discuss topical issues and examine technological advances that
impact the future of musicians, new music and the music business. Don't miss the opportunity to participate
in the seminars, network on the trade show floor, perform on the convention center day stages, and sign-up
for "one-on-one" mentoring & demo listening sessions with industry professionals.
Early regular full & discount registration for the Millennium Music Conference is only $55.00 per person
if completed before December 31, 2009. Discounted full registration for students, military, NARAS, BMI,
and SEASAC members is $55.00 until February 2, 2010. Walk-up and single day registration will be available
at the event. All showcasing acts and artists automatically recieve Performers Credentials and do not need
to register for the event and all acts that submit are permitted to attend and participate ss alternates. This
conference is the most affordable and musician friendly event of it's kind in the country. You, your band
or music industry related business need to be represented at this event. Networking at this music conference
will provide you with the tools and contacts to take your music business skills to the next level; but you must
submit to showcase or register to receive your MMC14 laminate. All who pay to registrants recieve the
personalized good for all 3 Days of official conference events. Registrants receive a listing in and copy of the
Conference Directory, the Compilation CD and the Buzz Bag full of promotional items and conference inserts.
Your MMC14 All Access conference laminate is also good for entrance into hospitality parties and discounts
from the host hotel, exhibitors, advertisers, sponsors and select restaurants during the event.
3 Ways to Register:
1. Register by phone with your credit card during regular business hours at 717-221-1124.
2. Register online at: http://www.Actva.com/go/mmc14
3. Submit to Showcase and your automatically registered to participate.
HOST HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS
In 2010 the Millennium Music Conference will be based at the Radisson Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center.
Located across the river from downtown Harrisburg, PA the host hotel and conference center is two minutes from
all inner-city showcase venues and restaurants, the State Capitol Complex, Regional Transportation Center and
is just 15 minutes from Harrisburg International Airport (HIA). The Radisson Penn Harris Hotel & Convention
Center is where you'll want to be and where all the action is during the long conference weekend. The conference
rate of $109.00 per night is available and based on availability through January 18, 2010. Call and make your
reservations early for the Radisson Penn Harris Hotel directly at 717-763-7117 or Radisson's worldwide
reservations at 1-800-333-3333. Don't forget to ask for the Millennium Music Conference Rate of $109.00.
Radisson Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center
1150 Camp Hill Bypass
Camp Hill, PA 17011
717-763-7117 Voice
717-763-7120 Fax http://www.radisson.com/camphillpa
INTERNS, VOLUNTEERS & SCHOLARSHIPS:
Each year the conference has about 20 positions for staff. Our work starts in mid June 2009. The director also
awards registration scholarships for musicians or acts that have submitted, travel a long distance or for individuals
and acts that can express hardship. Interested parties should communicate their interest in scholarship opportunities
to the conference director after October 15, 2009 and no later than January 12, 2010.
MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
SPONSORSHIP
Opportunity Rocks for Sponsors at the Millennium Music Conference in 2010. Become an integral part of one of the
most exciting, progressive and highly publicized events in the music industry. Reach the thousands that participate
and thousands more that follow the annual conference and showcace. Several levels of major sponsorship exist so
that your business, product or service is front and center at this dynamic event. Platinim, Gold, Silver Sponsorships,
and Media Partnerships are available. Other marketing opportunities include showcase stage and venue welcomes,
workshops, hospitality events, laminates, lanyards, the conference buzz bag, directory/program or your specifically
designed sponsorship vehicle. For information regarding a partnership with the annual Millennium Music Conference
email info@musicconference.net or call us at 7171-221-1124
INDUSTRY TRADE SHOW
Place your business in the high traffic heart of the Millennium Music Conference at the Radisson Penn Harris
Conference Center. Maximum visibility for 3 afternoons with all the best and the latest, national and regional,
products and services. Exhibit space in the Convention Center atrium are also visible for 3 Nights
of Ballroom Showcases. A Trade Show booth includes 2 full registrations, a 6' covered table, 2 chairs, and a
listing in the Conference Directory. Several double or prime placement booths are available for an additional
charge. Electric, phone lines, wireless internet and staffing are also available. Exhibit space is limited and
based upon availability so reserve your space early by emailing info@musicconference.net or call 717-221-1124
CONFERENCE BAG INSERTS
The MMC Conference Buzz Bag is full of promotional items and given to all showcase acts, registrants, exhibitors,
speakers, mentors, and VIP’s that attend the conference. It is designed to provide a creative way to grab the
attention of attendees. Past year's inserts that have created a “buzz” include: CD's, postcards, flyers, brochures,
candy, lighters, key chains, condoms, ear plugs and t-shirts. Send us 600 of your promotional items to get your
message in the bag and hands of every conference attendee for only $100.00. Inserts are limited by size and space
so reserve your space early so that your promotional inserts create a buzz at MMC14. The deadline for inserts in
February 11, 2010. Check Rates and Deadlnes for Buzz Bag shipping and payment requirements.
DIRECTORY ADVERTISING
The MMC Conference & Showcase Directory is the official program and event guide. It is distributed free to
all registrants, speakers, exhibitors, advertisers, and showcase acts at the event. Divided into sections to
facilitate use, it will serve as your ultimate resource for contact information. The directory includes the complete
schedule of events, sponsors, keynotes, trade show exhibitors, showcase venues, performers, speakers,
mentors, registrants, productions companies and advertisers with full contact information including emails.
It's the perfect way to catch the attention of people in the business that need to know who you are, what you do and
how you can be contacted. Design services are available for an additional charge. Camera ready layout and payment
must be received by January 15, 2010. Check rates and deadlines for more information and reserve space by
emailing info@musicconference. net or call 717-221-1124.
COMPILATION CD
In 2009 the MMC Compilation CD included original songs from 38 showcasing acts and artists. The CD is
manufactured by Discmakers and distributed in the conference Buzz Bag and sent to a select group of record
companies, radio stations and music industry professionals. Only acts & artists that are selected to showcase
will be offered song placement. Placement is $150.00 and all acts receive 12 copies of the Compilation CD.
All tracks for consideration must be on CD and mailed in by December 8, 2009.
Here's a video that was captured of me offering my bottleneck slide interpretation of an old blues song, Goin' T' Brownsville, on open mic night at Old Strokers in Everett, WA. It starts out with me briefly introducing my homemade "Nobro" resophonic guitar and explaining some of the various recycled garage sale junk that I used in it's construction. Enjoy!
Mark Dignam has been bumping into Paul Luc and Ben Shannon a lot, at Treelady Studios, where they are all working, on their upcoming albums. They admire each others work so much, they decided to put together what promises to be, a mini singer/songwriter festival.. Watch for special guests and a very memorable night at The Rex Theater, 1602 East Carson Street. Pittsburgh, PA 15203. 8pm. $10.
Also, if you join New Music Club, membership is Free, you will also have access to exclusive content from our catalogue, such as ringtones, MP3s, and also entry into our monthly competition to win some signed goodies