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September 20, 2007
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Behind music there is passion, there is rage, love, sadness. But behind music there is often little money.
This is true with any art form.
We artists spend our money on guitars, guitar strings, paint brushes, costumes, make-up, tattoos... Leaving little funds for logistics.
The Redlands Music Festival had a great deal of support, but not financially. Everyone wanted to see it happen, but like most failed art shows, theater productions or concerts, the festival could not stand without funds.
People were disappointed. I was disappointed. I wanted to make it happen, so I told people it was on hold. And it is. The festival will happen. Someday.
For now I am planning on downsizing the show. Perhaps making it a fundraiser at the Vault or another smaller location that has all of the necessary accouterments that we would have had to provide at the university.
All of the bands involved wait for the next step, offering venues and other services. This is what I love about art. It is a truly collaborative experience in all forms. And when it is not, it does not go over well, or sometimes, at all. Our musicians in Redlands have a great sense of musicianship and when the festival does happen, it will be a great cohesive
If anything a new venue may emerge for the local music scene. The University of Redlands is hoping to create a venue much like University of California, Riverside’s “Barn,” or even something like the Wire in Upland that offers music every night of the weekend.
I will work to get these local musicians on stage either immediately or in the future. Either way the local music scene continues to expand and we as a city must acknowledge what is right before us. Our youth, reaching out, in song.
Posted by Darcie Flansburg at September 20, 2007 09:55 AM