Group Members
Hiba Awad
Noor AlSharif
Larisa Berger
Problem Statement:
Finding a place to play is the bane of most independent musicians’ existence. With touring, recording and self-promoting, it isn’t easy for a self-made artist to focus on what is actually most important to him--his music. Through VenueView, artists can find venues to perform at in different cities in the world based on recommendations from local artists, or passing-by artist.
User Analysis:* Student bands.
- Individual Independent Performers.
- Conservatory Students.
- Music Professors.
Characteristics: * Formally educated at Conservatories: NEC, Berklee, Boston Conservatory, Juilliard.
- Span Genres: Classical, New Classical, Jazz, Indie
- Smart phone users.
- Laptop users.
- Span genres: Jazz, Classical, Indie.
- Aged 20-50 (most interviewed users were between 20-25).
Problems Faced: * Connecting with new venues.** “Even when planning a concert of my own-a fundraiser-its difficult to find a space. I’ve focused my search to Greek Churches, clubs, etc. hoping that it will be easier.” -Greek Cellist
- Optimizing the number of performances for the distance travelled.
- Setting expectations for experience of playing at a specific venue (accommodations, atmosphere, etc).** e.g Interviewees complained of having to pay cover to be at the venue they were performing at.
- e.g. room accommodations, security accommodations etc.
- Organizing different tasks related to performing.** Organizing tours: accomodations, booking shows that are along the already-decided route.
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Even after an artist has a gig in hand, countless complications can arise if he doesn’t research the venue effectively beforehand.