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Chris Tetzeli & Jay Sweet – Support Artists
Chris Tetzeli sits down with Jay Sweet to discuss what it means to support an artist and build their career.
Educator Resources
Instructor: Chris Tetzeli is a veteran band manager/ promoter and President of 7S Management; a music management firm. He has had a long and successful career in the music industry helping artists get the recognition and the fame they deserve. Some of the artists Chris manages are Rodrigo y Gabriela, North Mississippi Allstars, Big Head Todd and the Monsters, Nathaniel Rateliff and Zach Heckendorf.
Jay Sweet is the Executive Producer for Newport Festivals Foundation.
Subject: Students will learn about the importance of being trustworthy, maximizing relationships, and how to start achieving success as an artist.
Age/Skill-Level Recommendation: Intended for intermediate to advanced-level music industry students and artists. Ages 16 and up.
Topics Discussed: Networking in the music industry, artists support and management.
Recommended Use: We recommend this video to engage students on how to navigate the music industry from a management perspective.