NIGHT OWL: Women and Gender Expansive Music Industry Gathering

Topic #3 An Industry of Our Own with Special Guest Kristan Knapp

What can we learn from women and gender expansive musicians that have been challenging male-dominated institutions since the ‘70s? Special guest Kristan Knapp and other guest artists from the “women’s music” movement will be joining us for an intergenerational conversation about music and activism.

From booking and finding work to gigging and managing mental health, etc., women and gender expansive music professionals experience shared barriers to success and are still wildly underrepresented in the industry. We deserve a collaborative, peer-designated space where we can feel safe and supported as we navigate our careers. Let's challenge the systems that work against our success and reimagine more sustainable, equitable business models for us in music.

Musician/Music Policy Council member Renée Muzquiz will host a brief live video podcast interview with women and GE music advocates about topics affecting us in the industry. This will be followed by an open discussion where we'll brainstorm and share resources around that topic. Come early to grab a drink to support Artichoke, network and catch up with friends you don't get to see while we're all working.

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