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The Music => Recordings & Broadcasts => Topic started by: 4candles on Wednesday 19 February 2025, 11:59

Title: Crowdfunding query
Post by: 4candles on Wednesday 19 February 2025, 11:59
I think this got a bit lost in an earlier thread of mine, so I'm transferring for greater relevance and visibility (hope that's ok mods!?):

Quote from: 4candles on Friday 07 February 2025, 11:28Esteemed members.

I am considering setting up (or arranging for setup of) a crowdfunding page to support a recording of some chamber music by Max Jentsch, including his Piano Quintet (midi posted elsewhere on this forum). This would mark the world-premiere commitment to disk of any of Jentsch's music.

Having been in touch with a world-renowned chamber musician – who is keen to be involved and has helpfully suggested a label and rough cost implications – I am here asking if anyone has experience of setting up a crowdfunder who might be able to offer some advice as to how I might go about this project.

I'm happy for this conversation to remain open here, or feel free to PM me – whatever is preferred.

Eager to hear your thoughts!

Many thanks
4c
Title: Re: Crowdfunding query
Post by: Alan Howe on Wednesday 19 February 2025, 12:02
Any takers? A worthwhile cause, I'm sure.
Title: Re: Crowdfunding query
Post by: Christopher on Wednesday 19 February 2025, 12:34
Only that I've seen people in the creative sectors use Patreon and Kickstarter very effectively.

https://www.patreon.com/en-GB

https://www.kickstarter.com/
Title: Re: Crowdfunding query
Post by: tpaloj on Thursday 20 February 2025, 11:37
I've also seen people use https://www.gofundme.com/ (https://www.gofundme.com/) for this sort of fundraising.