open call auditions for new bands & new band members! Register to audition below.
Who can audition for Summer Band Tracks?
individuals who want to join a new band
individuals who want to write/record/release their own music
existing bands
existing bands who want to recruit new members
existing bands who want to write/record/release their own music
I’m already in an Earth Song band. Do I need to audition?
No audition is required for existing Earth Song bands. Jess will contact you about selecting your track.
What should I prepare for my audition?
Please prepare one song on the instrument(s) that you would you like play in a band. For example, if you want to sing and play guitar, please choose a song that demonstrates both skills.
Track 1: Band Direction
best for new bands
& intermediate musicians
musical direction with your band director
eight 60 min. group band rehearsals June-Sept.
three 30 min. private lessons on your instrument(s)
Perform at First Friday in Phoenixville 8/2**
Perform at the Rivet in Pottstown on 8/9**
perform at the Summer Band Show at stolen sun 9/15
performance photography with Dylan Eddinger
**it’s okay if you’re not available for every performance event this summer.
Tuition: $475 per student
Scholarships available
Track 2: Band Management
best for existing bands &
advanced musicians
schedule up to Ten 60 min. band meetings/rehearsals with Mr. Smith at the farmhouse studio june-sept.
choose coaching topics for what your band needs:
songwriting
rehearsing
building set lists
creative direction
booking gigs
branding
how to record & release original music
in-studio recording
Perform at First Friday in Phoenixville 8/2**
Perform at the Rivet in Pottstown on 8/9**
perform at the Summer Band Show at stolen sun 9/15
performance photography with Dylan Eddinger
in-studio recording option
Promo film shoot option
If recording is done, any additional production hours that Mr. Smith puts in beyond the in-studio time is included in the tuition cost. There will never be extra fees!
**it’s okay if you’re not available for every performance event this summer.
Tuition: $475 per student
Scholarships available
Track 3: Recording
best for musicians/bands who write original music
For bands or individuals
Record & release your original music on all streaming platforms by the fall
live in-studio recording with Mr. Smith
work collaboratively with Mr. Smith to produce/mix/master your music
book up to 10 hours of studio time with mr. Smith for recording/producing/mixing/mastering
Choose coaching topics for what you need support with:
songwriting
creative direction
music production
branding
rehearsal strategy
live performance opportunities
Tuition for bands: $350 per student
Tuition for individuals: $775
Scholarships available
Who can audition for Summer Band Tracks?
individuals who want to join a new band
individuals who want to write/record/release their own music
existing bands
existing bands who want to recruit new members
existing bands who want to write/record/release their own music
I’m already in an Earth Song band. Do I need to audition?
No audition is required for existing Earth Song bands. Jess will contact you about selecting your track.
What should I prepare for my audition?
Please prepare one song on the instrument(s) that you would you like play in a band. For example, if you want to sing and play guitar, please choose a song that demonstrates both skills.