The Balanced Musician: Expanding Your Reach While Staying Grounded

Building on the insights from Part I, this second session of the Library for Arts and Culture’s two-part series for independent artists explores how to grow your music career without losing your balance.

In this session, you’ll dive into:

• Digital distribution and how to maximize streaming platforms
• Direct-to-fan sales and monetization strategies
• When to go DIY—and when to bring in support (from managers to AI tools)
• Booking live shows, planning tours, and using livestreams to expand your audience
• Continuing our focus on mental health, resilience, and artist support networks
• Hear from a new lineup of panelists including digital marketing pros, live performance experts, and music promoters—all ready to share practical tools to help you reach more fans and build a sustainable career.

Whether or not you attended Part I, this session offers a valuable next step for artists ready to grow their audience, optimize income streams, and stay grounded in their creative journey.