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Training for Musicians

  • Urban Music Training

    Urban Music Training Academy (UMT) houses of all Generator’s music training provision for young people and is split into 3 distinct strands: UMT:BEATS / UMT:PLAY / UMT:VOX. The main emphasis of UMT is original composition whether this is by using a guitar or Traktor. A strong events schedule will be embedded within UMT.

  • SPEAR:

    SPEAR: is Generator’s artist development programme, made up of several different components that include dedicated mentor support, high profile performance/ conference showcasing opportunities and inclusion within high-quality press and publicity campaigns.

  • Sound & Vision

    Sound & Vision is a commissioning and production scheme which encourages collaborations between musicians and film makers, providing the opportunities, resources and support for them to come together and create truly individual pieces of work.

  • Know How

    Useful for a broad section of people working in music – from artists and managers through to producers and musicians looking to find alternative sources of revenue for their music.

  • Bigger Beat Surgery

    These sessions offer street level access to Generator and they take place every Thursday between 12-6pm. They offer one-to-one advice on a huge raft of music related subjects, from seeking advice on a recording to gaining information on contract particulars.

  • Conference Showcasing

    This programme has an emphasis on a number of high quality events, designed to correspond with an artist's growing profile and increased exposure.

  • SPEAR: Transmission

    SPEAR: Transmission is a project lead by young people that explores the history of popular music broadcasting in the North East. The project encompasses research, multi-media production and events for musicians in the region.

Musician Support- Essential Information

  • Playing Live

    In the current industry climate, playing live is more important than ever. Read our essential tips with practical advice, a guide to getting gigs, and information on playing other towns, touring, festivals and DJing live.

  • Recording

    It's important to be as prepared as possible when recording. See our advice on home recording, equipment needs, studio recording, and production and its role in DJing.

  • Equipment

    Our advice on what equipment you need for your musical projects.

  • Rehearsal

    Rehearsing is the best way to build your skills and become a better musician, see our recommendations.

  • DIY

    Discover the best way to present an artist to the media, the music industry and to consumers.

  • Music Industry Structure

    An understanding of the structure of the music industry is essential for independent music makers.

  • Synchronisation

    Details of areas where licences are granted to 'synch' music with moving images & copyright holders are paid a fee.

  • Getting Noticed

    There are no short cuts to becoming famous, see our tips on 'getting noticed'.

  • Agents

    See how booking agents work closely with artists, managers, tour managers, promoters and labels to ensure an artist plays to the right audience.

  • Intellectual Property

    Find out about intellectual property rights with relation to your music under UK Law.

  • Publishing

    See where music publishers and revenue streams fit into music publishing.

  • Contracts

    An overview of the most important contracts in the music business.

  • Legal

    All contracts in the music business require some degree of legal negotiation, find out how to handle legal issues in our article.

  • Management

    Our list of key activities and skills required to be involved in music management.

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