What would you think of this idea?
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Hi Kijiji reader,
Ever had a big idea and needed to borrow some genius?
I have been thinking about this for a VERY long time and although I have my own genius I know better than to think I know it all.
My experience is that that MANY HANDS make for a lighter load and the work (ugh) easier.
I’ve lived in Ottawa for going on four years now, and I may be ignorant of things and places that already exist. Please forgive me in advance but let me know what’s already available to me for this idea.
Here is the Idea : Musician / Artist / Builder space shop -> as a club or membership or co-op business.
Something that will not harm or compete with the current businesses that resell or provide service but is too big to fit under the current business plan or banner of what is already in the area.
Many people here in the area would like to have a practice space to play some music with friends on the gear they already own, but do not have a garage to set up in, without being a bother to neighbours
A spot where Teachers can meet students, in person.
Also:
Somewhere to openly buy or sell the instrument made by Local / Canadian Luthiers and Guitar Makers. A walk in shop to expose the wares and sell boutique brands too small to be of interest to large retailers.
There is a great deal of talent in Canada, a good example would be : https://www.facebook.com/MileEndGuitarCoop/.
Also:
An instrument repository, where members could borrow a Strat or Tele, Les Paul, vintage or other for a time and purpose (For a recording or to introduce the instruments to new players). Very much like a Public Library, but for instruments rather than books. I really think every instrument has a story to tell.
This would include a couple of benches to work on instruments, Keep them clean and working and some good working experience for the next generation with oversight from seasoned players.
Also:
Somewhere to record or process some tracks , as a starting point for the local folks to work with as the songs are produced re-mastered
The Whole of the thing would look like one of these:
https://duckduckgo.com/?q=musician+co-op&ia=web
If you Own a business or Have time or experience to invest, if you know about CO-OP law or Internet social media and want to expand your resume pro-bono, If you are a well established professional and have enjoyed playing over the many years and are looking forward ten years for part time work in something you know you love…. If you have an idea that would fit with this one or want to foster this, reach out…
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https://discord.gg/mDBJ99YZqU
community | artists, musicians
2021-05-31