Your Seat at the Table: Preparing Composers of Color for Success

Sat Mar 29 2025 at 12:00 pm to 03:00 pm UTC-04:00

The Loft | Boston

Rachel McFarlane
Publisher/HostRachel McFarlane
Your Seat at the Table: Preparing Composers of Color for Success
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Providing mentorship, practical tools, and community
connection to for aspiring composers for film, game, and concert music.
About this Event

Your Seat at the Table: Preparing Composers of Color for Success

Date: March 29th, 2025

Time: 12-3pm

Location: The Loft (921 Boylston St.)

Join us for a special event focusing on empowering composers of color in the music industry. This is your chance to network, learn, and grow in a supportive environment. Our panel of experts will share insights, tips, and advice to help you succeed in your musical career.


Agenda

🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Your Networking Toolkit

Info: Kick off with an energizing welcome as we dive into the heart of connection! Learn 5 actionable networking strategies tailored for composers in film, gaming, and concert music. Discover how to:
✅ Build authentic relationships (not just contacts!) in a competitive industry.
✅ Leverage your unique voice to stand out in collaborations and opportunities.
✅ Navigate virtual and in-person spaces with confidence and purpose.
Walk away with exclusive, curated resources to supercharge your networking game!


🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Composer Panel Discussion

Info: Hear from trailblazing young Black composers who are reshaping film, gaming, and concert stages! This no-filter conversation dives into their journeys, challenges, and wins. Ask your burning questions and actionable advice on:
- Breaking into the industry without compromising your artistic identity.
- Building a sustainable career (money, mental health, and creative balance).
- Turning "no" into fuel—navigating systemic barriers and owning your value.
- Collaboration secrets—how to pitch, partner, and pitch again in competitive spaces.
Walk away with clarity, confidence, and a network that sees and supports your vision.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Loft, 921 Boylston Street, Boston, United States

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