Hypothetical BML Hedgehog Ensemble

Requires a manager who can prosecute strategy

Finds and leverages an impassioned monopoly for profit

Executes Build-Measure-Learn Cycles (Assumptions>Metrics>Experiment)

Implement end-user stories Scrum Board Approach

Develop an advisory group

Musical product must be jazz or chamber ensemble

Resources (time, money, staffing) clearly defined

√ Pre-select repertoire for the semester

Performances "Shows"

Rehearsals

Business Socials

Trips

√ Features, familiars, standards, easies, openers, closers

Develop mentors and assistants for each role √

Front, Frontline, Backline, Manager, Audio Tech, Coach

Recording Sessions

Recorded Comp, then Solos

Theme: Wizard of Oz music

10 performances per ensemble

60 hours of rehearsal per ensemble

one manager, one audio tech, one coach, and 7-8 artists per ensemble

$500 per ensemble per semester for all expenses

pitch every investment by expected ROI

teach budget tracking