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Lawrence Music Alliance

Bridging the gap between local music community and Lawrence

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Recent Developments

Who We Are

The Lawrence Music Alliance is a non-profit that uses the framework of music ecosystem development to engage the music community, advocate on behalf of musicians and creatives, and act as a vital intermediary between the creative economy and the city of Lawrence, KS.

 

We believe that music is a powerful tool that can bring people together and promote positive change in our community. Join us in our journey to create a more vibrant and inclusive music scene in Lawrence.

Get Involved

Lawrence Music Alliance programs support our music ecosystem in three main ways:

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The Lawrence Music Alliance regularly offers workshops, webinars, professional development and training opportunities aimed at improving the business and creative practices of our members and the wider music community.

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The music alliance aims to better connect our music community, sharing knowledge and opportunities to improve creative practices. We support networking with meetups, partner programs, convenings, discussions, and artist talks.

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We work to support employment opportunities, grants and gigs for the music community. We partner with grant-makers, venues and the City of Lawrence in creating paid opportunities for artists in a variety of settings. 

What People Say About Us

“The local music industry consists of many different kinds of people - artists, venue owners, booking managers, audio engineers, etc., and they all have different needs and goals for the scene. The Lawrence Music Alliance is a great way for all of us to convene, hear, and support one another.”

Joel Bonner, local musician

“I’ve met a lot of really cool people, had a lot of cool ideas for collaborations with people, and learned a lot about what it takes to really build a music career.”

Rachel Chang, artist

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Our vision at the Lawrence Music Alliance is a vibrant and thriving music scene in Lawrence, Kansas, where musicians of all genres can flourish and engage with the community.

Through our collaborative efforts with the city, we aim to promote and support the live music industry, and ensure that Lawrence is recognized as a premier destination for music lovers everywhere.

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