DougFerony

That's a good thought about calling. I try and call as much as possible before sending out my demo and flyer. Besides enjoying talking to the AD's directly, it kind of ensures my demo package lands in good fertile hands. I have to watch my costs in this economic environment. It costs around $7.00 a shot to create and mail the materials. If I only land one gig after sending ten packages, then I am not going to make any money...if I factor in the crazy gas prices too, I'm at $0.00. (But my heart is richer!) Boy times are tough for all of us? Hopefully things are looking up! BTW...I would LOVE to be in Great State of Texas. The music scene is amazing!! (and I love Bob Wills)

I don't just market myself to Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing, I just happen to enjoy working in your facilities. As an audience seniors take the music and every note right into their hearts. You can see them become 20 and 30 year olds again as the sounds from their younger days carry them away. It's a release from their wheelchairs and their spirits soar. I shake hands with every person in the room at the beginning and the end of my show. You've got to love the greatest generation. Truly incredible people. I'm sure you feel just as blessed in your jobs.

Can you review this flyer (pdf) and let me know if it's something that would be effective promotion? Should I change any of the verbage? http://dfl.highlands.com/dougferonyflyer.pdf I do have a four minute demo, it shows my Paramount Concert with a 25 piece swing orchestra. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMPUq_T2UY0 What is a good ballpark figure for prices? Thanks for any and all advice.

Good Morning! I am looking for some guidance. What is the best way for a singer/entertainer to present their services to an activities director and get hired? What is the worst thing someone could do.? (other than spamming your forums. LOL ) I have been performing and entertaining residents for years with my Frank Sinatra/Rat Pack show and I find the work tremendously rewarding. I want to entertain at even more Independent Living and Nursing Centers, but I am not sure if cold calling is the way to go, emailing the AD, or sending out a flyer. Any advice or guidance would really be appreciated! Doug