Posted on: May 17th, 2018 by Zoe Carassik-Lord No Comments
We’re delighted to announce that we have been awarded funding from the National Foundation for Youth Music to deliver a new programme of music activities for young people in Thanet.
This new programme will include workshops on different practical musical skills such as DJing, using music technology, songwriting and lyric-writing; and music industry masterclasses from professional musicians and industry experts.
We will also be recruiting a cohort of Young Producers – young people interested in putting on gigs and events in venues around Thanet – watch this space for more details and how to apply!
We’re hugely grateful to Youth Music for their support for this project, and we can’t wait to see the programme unfold!
Posted on: May 9th, 2018 by Steph Dickinson No Comments
By now we’re sure that you would have heard the great news that The Libertines are headlining this year’s Wheels and Fins festival at Joss Bay, Broadstairs. But did you know that Pie Factory Music has been chosen to benefit from some of the proceeds of this gig?
We’re blown away by this generous gesture and want to thank The Libertines and Wheels and Fins for making this possible. Your donation will make a difference to the lives of young people and we’re exceptionally grateful.
To find out more about the festival and to grab your tickets, click here >
To celebrate, here’s our favourite The Libertines song – enjoy!
Posted on: February 13th, 2018 by Zoe Carassik-Lord No Comments
Are you a female between the ages of 14-21 interested in music? Want to find out more about making a career out of music? Needing a confidence boost for your live performance?
If you answered YES to any of these questions, come to Pie Factory Music’s Female Young Musicians’ Drop In to meet Artist Mentors for one-to-one advice, guidance and inspiration about life as a music professional, and network with like-minded young performers. Bring a song you’d like some feedback on, a questions about career pathways, or just come to meet some amazing people!
Brigitte Aphrodite is a punk, feminist showgirl, and poetical music performance artist who has a loyal following due to her her approach to multidisciplinary art and social expression. Brigitte is most recently known for her critically acclaimed show – ‘My Beautiful Black Dog’ – a part gig, part theatre, modern day, punk musical exploring depression. The show sold out at the Edinburgh Fringe circuit, was featured on the BBC 10 O’Clock News and in the Guardian and Elle. Gathering big momentum in 2015/16 the show went on to tour the UK and sell out dates at the Southbank Centre. Wellcome Trust funding was awarded to the ‘MBBD movement’ and a workshop, based on the show, to do with the narrative and language we use around mental health was developed and delivered in schools around the country.
Victoria Barrow Williams & Jess du Preez
Victoria’s biography is coming!
Jess is currently working as the Event Producer at Dreamland helping to deliver a wide host of events, making sure the best content is secured to ensure that we have a balanced programme for our wonderful audience! Previous to this she was the Interim General Manager at Harlow Playhouse looking after the Programming and artistic direction, having previously held the Commercial and Development Manager role in the building. At Harlow Jess managed to secure a partnership with BBC introducing whereby they hosted monthly events for local Essex talent.
Jade Williams
Jade Williams is a British independent pop singer, who currently performs under the stage name Whinnie Williams. She released her debut EP, Bad Girl, through Night Beach Records in October 2014. “Coming on like a Brigitte Bardot-meets Farrah Fawcett 60s temptress, her kitsch aesthetic is matched with lustrous, high-drama tracks that have got tastemakers like Noisey, Wonderland, The Line of Best Fit and Nylon in a spin.” – m-magazine, 2018.
Beth Clayton
Beth Clayton is a freelance creative project management, marketing and production person with 12 years experience in the music industry. She currently works on musician Nick Cave’s management team, looking after marketing and other things. She is also Head of Content and Strategy at Boom Shakalaka Productions – an audio and visual production company which makes radio, podcasts, videos and more. Beth has worked in the independent music sector at both record labels and distributors, and with both new and established artists, and she managed a small independent record label for several years. She left a full time career in the music industry in July 2013 to pursue broader roles in the creative sector, whilst continuing to work in music as a consultant. She has worked on all sorts of creative projects from theatre to albums to radio documentaries.
Daisy Kelly-Granger
As a creative mentor and vocal coach Daisy uses her experience and knowledge in live and studio vocals and musicianship to empower and motivate the development of artists and singers at all levels, from complete beginners to touring professionals. For more info visit www.daisykellygranger.com and www.facebook.com/daisyvocals
Harriet Jordan-Wrench
Harriet is a creative entrepreneur. She is the founder of online music platform Secret Sessions, an artist development platform that finds and develops new talent through video content and live shows. Her work has played a part in the careers of many global superstars such as Ed Sheeran, Jessie J, Bastille & Lumineers. Her video channels have amassed over 20m hits online and gained thousands of followers. Harriet knows how to spot talent and bring it to online audiences in a creative way, that holds integrity.
This event is part of POW! Thanet 2018 – a festival of arts and culture celebrating and exploring issues around feminism, women and girls. View more POW! Thanet events here >
Posted on: January 16th, 2018 by Zoe Carassik-Lord No Comments
We’re so excited to announce that Elijah, co-founder of influential Grime label Butterz and Grime DJ and promoter who has worked with the likes of SKEPTA is coming to Pie Factory Music on Thursday 1 February, 6-8pm, to run a masterclass about life and careers in the music industry! This is event is in partnership with Art31Kent.
Elijah will be giving advice and guidance on:
How to promote artists and events
Set up your own record label and release your own music
Networking and making contacts in the industry
Being self-employed and setting up your own business
This masterclass is FREE to attend, and is open to 13-19 year olds. No need to book, just turn up and sign in!
* Are you an arts organisation working with young people in East Kent? * Wanting to develop your youth participation offer but not sure how to take it to the next level? * Been thinking about recruiting a Young Trustee to your board, or setting up a Youth Forum but not sure how to get started?
This one-day training session is for you!
Pie Factory Music, in partnership with Turner Contemporary, and with support from Art31Kent, will be hosting a one-day training session for representatives of arts organisations in and around East Kent focusing on youth voice and participation – what it means, what it looks like in your organisation, and how good youth voice practice can enable young people to engage in more meaningful participation in your organisation and its offer.
Adem Holness, a Youth Voice Consultant, musician and former Roundhouse Young Trustee, will be leading the training alongside colleagues from Pie Factory Music and Turner Contemporary.
When is it? Friday 7 July, 10am – 5pm Who is it for? Anyone working for an arts organisation with an offer for young people in the East Kent area. Freelancers are also welcome! How much is it? Free!
The day will be split into two sections:
10am – 1pm: Introduction to Youth Voice & Participation.
Lunch
2pm – 5pm: Youth Governance – a guide to Young Trustees and Youth Boards.
The training will be informal, informative, and – hopefully – inspiring. We aim to provide ample opportunity for networking, getting to know colleagues and their work that you might not have encountered before in a spirit of openness and support.
Posted on: February 24th, 2017 by Steph Dickinson No Comments
As part of POW!Thanet we are hosting a colourful finale in celebration of the many wonderful events throughout POW! 2017. We’ve got a jam-packed programme including performances from local artists Kub and Brigitte Aphrodite, Neelam Saredia, and debut performances from the Pie Factory Music Young Female Performers Programme. There will be music, dance, poetry and general merriment.
Hosted by Brigitte Aphrodite and Amber Butchart you are in for a treat as we celebrate all things POW!
