Music Mentorships for Singer Songwriters in Australia
fRETfEST can offer a Music Mentorship that explores your unique talents and hones your skills in preparation for a career as a professional musician.
The fRETfEST Professional Music Mentorship Program offers a range of exciting opportunities for musicians.
fRETfEST can help you gain recognition and experience by working with Aussie music entrepreneur, Al Buchan, the founder & director of Fretfest Pty Ltd.
Fretfest can offer a Mentorship that explores your unique talents and hones your skills in preparation for a career as a professional musician. Having already helped in the early career development of countless Australian musicians, Fretfest has a proven track record.
The mentorship is for musicians who are ready to take the first steps towards pursuing a professional music career.
“You have to remain true to yourself, your authenticity and your originality. That’s one of the keys to success in the Australian music industry” says Al Buchan, Fretfest director.
fRETfEST = FLEXIBILITY + RESULTS
We offer advice that can be tailored to suit your individual needs, to assist you in reaching your short and longer term goals, sooner. Fretfest can help you realize your dream of becoming a music industry professional, whether you’re an absolute beginner, a band leader, or a Pop Diva.
We offer constructive advice, assessment and feedback about your live performances as well as tips on how to build audience rapport, how to use the stage properly and how to communicate with venues.
Want to book a session?
It's easy, friendly and you'll learn so much about the music industry from someone who's been there and done that!
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Mentorship Testimonials
What our students say
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What you get
We'll help you build your skills in a range of areas.
Assistance with strategic planning and communication
Learn people skills, how to make bookings and handle offers.
Learn how to build your audience and work the room
Learn how to use your Voice properly to enhance your live performances
Learn the art of Stage Craft - how to move on stage and perform like a professional
Learn how to handle your own finances and go on tour!
Learn the art of story-telling and develop your songwriting skills
Learn how to conduct yourself when dealing with business professionals in the music industry
Get realistic feedback about your career path and discover how to "be yourself" and succeed!
Learn how to play the guitar properly and understand the advantages of knowing more music theory and how to expand on those same 5 chords you know. (Leave your capo at home)
Additional Benefits
With a wealth of experience and proven successes, this could be the best move for musicians who wish to take the first crucial steps towards a professional career as a singer songwriter, solo or duo, band or future music manager, promoter or event coordinator.
How much is it?
Beginners
Guitar and songwriting
* Available only in Tamworth NSW
Solo Singer Songwriters
Includes Skype sessions, emails and phone advice,
career pathways, song-selection, music for guitar & self-promotion.
Male/Female Pop Artist
Includes career pathways assessment, costume, song-selection
Stagecraft, songwriting, self-promotion, APRA and portfolio management.
Bands
You get 1x live rehearsal review plus 1 x 2hr music pathways development session
You also get followup emails, phone calls. Career development packages also available.
With support from the Australian Performing Rights Association, the Regional Arts Development Fund and the Australian Government Contemporary Music Touring Program, Fretfest is the business that has been helping musicians take it to the next level, sustainably, turning a passion into a full time music business or just an enjoyable hobby. The choice is yours.
Contact Alan today
Start the Mentoring Process
Go on, take the step towards a professional career!
