This is the powerpoint presentation from 'The Business of Live Music' conference at Edinburgh University, in April 2011.

1. Investigating the Live Music Industry within Wales: A Critical Analysis A Snapshot of Findings Thus Far Dr Paul Carr Glamorgan University

2. Research Method Online Questionnaires in English/Welsh mediums Numerous face to face interviews with industry stakeholders Forum meetings in various parts of the countries. Steering group meetings with WMF.

3. Investigating the Live Music Industry within Wales: A Critical Analysis A Snapshot of Findings Thus Far Dr Paul Carr Glamorgan University

4. Jaeger and Mykletun (2009)Three Festival Types Commercial/Profit Motivated Public Orientated Non Profit

5. Six Themes of Report Working Together Inward Investment Training Provision Needs Sales and Marketing Issues Examples of Good Practice The Welsh Language Scene

6. Working Together ‘Government Bodies (18%). ‘Marketing’ (12%) and ‘Booking Agents’ (12%). 63% /75% of the English/Welsh Language venue samples were behind a Minimum Standards Scheme for live venues. Dialogue with Local Councils Foundation Degrees and Creative Apprenticeships Promoting live music events for audiences under the age of 18. Working with the academic community. Cultural Tourism Alternative Funding Models

7. Inward Investment Poster Space in city centres and venue improvement. Council supporting of local talent , easier access to funding for venue improvement and training Impact of recession: The Globe in Cardiff (£26,000). DF Concerts style organisation? IP retention and prevent skill importation. Opportunities to take advantage of forthcoming Arts Council Funding and. Hargreaves Report recommendations.

8. Sales and Marketing Slow Ticket Sales – online booking fees Los Campesinos – Heat Rash Fanzine. Complicated ongoing issues with many touring bands not touring or even performing in Wales, suggestions inc

9. Live Music Industry in Wales Conclusions