D A V E R O T H
Percussionist
Percussion Performance Clinic
From the Hiring Call to the First Downbeat!
What really happens after you get the gig?
In this hands-on percussion performance clinic, students get an inside look at the professional music world from someone who’s lived it.
Led by a Broadway percussionist with 35+ years in the industry and 40+ performances on Broadway in New York City, this clinic takes you step-by-step through the real process of preparing for a professional performance. From getting the call, organizing materials, building a percussion setup, learning the book, navigating rehearsals, to opening night—you’ll learn what it takes to be ready when opportunity knocks.
Perfect for percussion students who want to move beyond the practice room and understand what’s expected in real-world performance situations.
Learn how professionals prepare.
Build confidence.
Be ready for the gig.
Taxes, Money & the Creative Life: What Art School Didn’t Teach You
Making art is your calling!
Managing money is how you sustain it.
This seminar is designed specifically for young and emerging artists who want to build real, lasting careers without being blindsided by taxes, cash flow chaos, or financial mistakes that quietly kill creative momentum.
Led by an Enrolled Agent with a private practice serving hundreds of clients across the U.S. and multiple countries. This session offers rare, practical guidance—grounded not just in tax law, but in lived experience.
What makes this different?
Your instructor brings a dual career spanning over 30 years in both the arts and finance. That means no generic advice, no corporate jargon, and no “just get a CPA” hand-waving. This is insight from someone who understands commissions, grants, gig income, royalties, side hustles, and the emotional reality of making art for a living.
You’ll learn:
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How artists actually get taxed (and how to avoid common traps)
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What to track, what to deduct, and what the IRS really cares about
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How to think about money without selling out your creative values
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Practical systems that work for freelancers, performers, and visual artists
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How to set yourself up now so success doesn’t become a financial mess later
Whether you’re just starting out or already earning from your work, this seminar gives you tools to protect your income, reduce stress, and stay focused on your art—long term.
