World of Bluegrass
- Hotels & Travel
- Business Conference
- Awards Show
- Fan Fest
- Showcase & After Hours
- Event Sponsors
- Exhibitors
- Golf Scramble
- Artists Appearing
- Pricing
- Event Schedule
- Promotion Opportunities
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Buy Tickets
Bluegrass In The Schools
- Discover Bluegrass DVD
- Manual
- Lesson Plans
- Lesson Plan Contest
- Grant
- Artist Trainings
- Teacher Workshop
Leadership Bluegrass
- Class Alumni
Wellness Project
- Wellness Links
 
 
 
   
   
   
   

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September 28 - October 4, 2009
Nashville, TN



Business Conference

"There's no better place than World of Bluegrass for meeting new people, and putting a face with those you've talked to all year long.  Those relationships are critical.  I think the radio taping session is extremely valuable.  In about an hour and a half last year, I had the opportunity to introduce Dailey & Vincent to dozens of dj's and stations to let them know about their debut album that was coming out in January." - Karen Byrd, Karen Byrd Public Relations


Why Attend?
You're part of a passionate group with a vested interest in bluegrass.

Of course...you already work hard, but you need connections, information and to create new opportunities.  The entertainment world is changing rapidly and we've all got to be engaged to tap the right resources at the right time. 

Even if you're already at the front of the pack, your involvement helps keep your skills sharp, in-tune and helps others succeed as well.

The World of Bluegrass is both business conference and family reunion.  It's the family of folks - like you - who take an acitve role in shaping the future and lead the growing success of bluegrass music.


What's To Be Gained?

With almost 2000 key music and entertainment leaders in one place, the World of Bluegrass is about building relationships with event producers, TV and radio broadcasters, retailers, record labels, agents, managers, artists, songwriters, journalists, educators, association leaders, suppliers, producers and engineers, publicists, web and internet developers, historians, academic leaders and even consumers.

·         Key Connections...personal contacts you need with people anxious to engage with you.

·         Promotions...opportunities to see and be seen by the people and companies that make decisions and can help foster your success.

·         Critical Information...through meetings, forums and seminars that help focus on the best opportunities and what's new.

·         You have a voice...you participate and help shape decisions and the future of our music.

Your involvement can make a difference for both you and bluegrass!


A Unique Value!

There aren't many guarantees in the music business...except, if you don't take an active role and invest in yourself, others probably won't either. 

World of Bluegrass week is just such an investment.

We realize it's more than just the registration fees - though they are lower (by as much as 50%) than almost any other conference of this kind.

Persistence and a committment higher than most is what it takes to get to the next level, and that requires your time and active involvement.

We're looking forward to seeing you there!!


Business Conference Registration Fees

Adult Conference Pricing
 Full Adult Attendee
   (7 days)

 Professional
Members

 Grass Roots or
Non-Members

Early-Bird!  
postmarked by July 7

$340

 $440

Advance Rates
postmarked by August 14

 $390

 $490

Gate Rates
after August 14 or on-site

 $440

 $540

Single Day Adult
Attendee

 Professional
Members

Grass Roots or
Non-Members

Early-Bird!  
postmarked by July 7

 $115

 $150

Advance Rates
postmarked by August 14

 $130

 $165

Gate Rates
after August 14 or on-site

 $150

 $180



Youth Conference Pricing - Under 16 w/Adult Attendee
 Full Youth Attendee
   (7 days)

 Professional
Members

 Grass Roots or
Non-Members

Early-Bird!  
postmarked by July 7

 $240

 $340

Advance Rates
postmarked by August 14

 $290

 $390

Gate Rates
after August 14 or on-site

 $340

 $440

Single Day Youth
Attendee

 Professional
Members

Grass Roots or
Non-Members

Early-Bird!  
postmarked by July 7

 $80

 $115

Advance Rates
postmarked by August 14

 $100

 $130

Gate Rates
after August 14 or on-site

 $115

 $150


** 'Full Attendee' Conference Registration includes entrance to all four days of Business Conference activities and a three day Fan Fest ticket.  It does NOT include admission to the Awards Show, Golf Scramble or Fan Feast Breakfast

** 'Single Day' attendee includes entrance to any Business Conference activities taking place on the day of purchase.  It does NOT include admission to the Awards Show or Golf Scramble.

Click Here for pricing details on all World of Bluegrass Events!



"A lot of what passes for 'luck' in business is actually being in the right place at the right time.  For me, being amidst the movers and shakers of bluegras in the early fall of the year has often proved to the 'the right place at the right time.'  Gigs booked, ideas hatched, relationships nourished."
- Pete "Dr. Banjo" Wernick




 



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