About this Event
BACK TO SCHOOL: Artist Orientation 101
How to Thrive as an Emerging Artist in 2025
Presented by Music Patch & Peanut Butter Friends
Step into the new creative season with BACK TO SCHOOL: Artist Orientation 101, a two-day immersive experience designed to equip emerging artists with the tools, insight, and inspiration to thrive in today’s music industry. Whether you're just starting out or leveling up, this weekend is your chance to invest in your artistry, your business, and your community.
Day 1 (Virtual) – Saturday, August 30 | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Day 2 (IRL – Los Angeles) – Sunday, August 31 | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM (time subject to change)
Plus! School Supply Donation Drive benefitting Heart of Los Angeles, sponsored by GRL SND. Donation Drop-Offs at Sunday Wrap Party
Day 1 – VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS
Join us online for a full day of foundational workshops led by artists and industry professionals:
- Vocal & Performance Coaching – Patch Bae (Music Patch)
- Home Studio 101 – Elyedidit (Music Patch)
- Music Theory 101 – Patch Bae (Music Patch)
- Music Rollout Basics – Hazel Rose (Peanut Butter Friends)
- Social Media Marketing 101 – Hazel Rose (Peanut Butter Friends)
- Artist Revenue & Royalty Streams – Natalie Jacobs (Equalizer)
- World-Building 101: Life vs. Lore – LATASHÁ (TOPIA HAUS)
- Show Booking 101 – KJ Jones (Railroad Hart)
- Wellness for Artists – No Creeps!
- Artist Orientation – Music Patch & Peanut Butter Friends
Day 2 – IN PERSON (Private Location in Los Angeles)
Limited slots available. A hands-on, collaborative day with personalized support:
- Welcome & Orientation – Meet your cohort and team
- Personal Branding 101 – Interactive identity-building session
- Tiny Desk–Style Performance – Record a live video of your original song
- Branded Short-Form Reels – 3 edited clips for your socials
- Listening & Feedback Session – Share your music and receive constructive feedback
- Dinner & Wrap Party – Connect, reflect, and celebrate
TICKETS
- Full Weekend Pass (limited availability)Includes access to both days +
- “How to Thrive as an Artist in 2025” Artist Guide
- Tiny Desk–style video of your original song
- 3 branded short-form video reels
- IRL Listening & Feedback Session
- Artist Dinner & Wrap Party
- Day 1 Only Pass (virtual workshops only) Great for those tuning in from afar or looking to get a solid foundation.
Spots are limited — this is your chance to connect, learn, create, and level up with community support. Let’s get you ready for your biggest artistic year yet.
Event Venue
USD 0.00 to USD 188.58