FOLK ALLIANCE MEMBERSHIP INCENTIVES

LISTSERV

As one of it's many membership incentives, Folk Alliance offers all of its members access to the FA listserv. What is a listserv? A listserv is a moderated, wide mailing list that broadcasts to all members at once. FA utilizes the list to host discussions amongst membership over FA issues, industry questions/ideas, current state of the world, etc. It is a great tool for building our community and learning more about hte happenings in the music industry. In order to subscribe to the listserv, you must be a current Folk Alliance member. To check membership status or receive direction to join the list, please contact our office (901-522-1170 or fa@folk.org).

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PROGRAMS

If you know of any group that may be interested in joining the Folk Alliance group exemption program, please have them contact us. They must have organizational missions related to the mission of the Folk Alliance (ie folk music and dance). The inclusion in the program allows an organization to benefit from non-profit status without the strenuous procedure of actually becoming a 501 (c)(3) corporation. Some examples of the benefits include, but are not limited to: no federal tax on income by or contributed to the group for furtherance of its exempt purposes, possible exemption from state income and sales tax, eligibility to receive donations and grants, reduced postal rates, and eligibility for services of arts councils and other service organizations. If you have any further questions about our group exemption program, please contact jen@folk.org. 

Sound Healthcare
Folk Alliance International now offers an opportunity for all domestic Folk Alliance members to obtain comprehensive health insurance at an affordable price. Are you an Artist, Audio Engineer, Broadcaster, Manager, Producer, Promoter, Publisher, Songwriter or any other folk music professional? Do you need protection against loss from injury, illness or death? Would you benefit from affordable health insurance, a medical supplement plan, hospitalization coverage, or other forms of protection? Many music industry professionals are self-employed, and the need for access to affordable benefits is great. Folk Alliance International's (FAI's) endorsement of Sound Healthcare will provide FAI members access to a variety of benefits and insurance programs. With worldwide coverage to U.S. Residents, you can take advantage of our group buying power while protecting your financial future. Let one of our qualified representatives customize a benefit and insurance program within your budget that meets your needs. The Primary Goals of Folk Alliance Sound Healthcare Are To:

-Provide access to specific insurance and discount products custom-designed to meet the needs of our folk music industry professionals.

-Customize programs of protection designed to perfectly balance your budget with your needs.

-Offer a line-up of products, information and resources, and the assurance that we will always exceed the expectations of those we serve.

Access to Folk Alliance Sound Healthcare is available to FAI members only. Access to certain benefits is based on National Business Association membership level. Benefits are subject to change at any time and not all benefits are available in all states. Insurance policies have some limitations and exclusions and benefits may vary by state. Consult your agent for full plan benefits and explanations. For more information and services offered: http://www.ahcpsales.com/SoundHealthcare/FA.html For more info: Sound Healthcare, 555 Church Street, Ste 2403, Nashville, TN 37219, 615-256-8667, Rj.stillwell@soundhealthcare.org

Fractured Atlas
Fractured Atlas is a non-profit organization that serves a national community of artists and arts organizations. Their programs and services facilitate the creation of art by offering vital support to the artists who produce it. They help artists and arts organizations function more effectively as businesses by providing access to funding, healthcare, education, insurance, and more, all in a context that honors their individuality and independent spirit. By nurturing today's talented but underrepresented voices, they hope to foster a dynamic and diverse cultural landscape of tomorrow.  All Folk Alliance members are eligible for a FREE Associate Membership to Fractured Atlas.  To find out more, please contact the Folk Alliance directly.

MusicPro Insurance
Music Pro offers affordable and convenient insurance for the music professional. Music Pro offers the advantage of one-stop insurance shopping with low rates, flexible options and excellent service.  They offer coverage for instruments and equipment, studio liability, tour liability, travel/accident, and all types of life & health products. Many products can be applied for online. Licensed nationwide and endorsed by virtually every U.S. music organization. Deep Discounts and options on coverage for Folk Alliance members. Contact Music Pro at 800-605-3187, Fax 516-622-1098, or www.musicproinsurance.com and mention you're a Folk Alliance member.

Clarion Associates
Clarion Associates, Inc. is the largest insurance firm dedicated solely to the needs of musicians worldwide. They have been insuring musicians for well over 25 years. Clarion is endorsed by over 30 musician associations and is trusted by over 12,000 musicians, symphonies, instrument dealers and recording studios. Clarion offers a uniquely enhanced policy not available elsewhere.   Some of these features include, the Right to Repurchase, Inflation Guard, Business Interruption, the Right to Keep Undamaged Parts, and Difference in Value coverage (Subject to the terms and conditions of the policy). Clarion also offers some unique services’ such as a 24 hour claim hotline, a National Dealer Network, and a Point of Sale computer system that allows for the immediate processing of new policies as well as policy updates. Clarion uses insurance companies that are rated A+ XV superior by AM Best Co. Feel free to call toll free, 1-800-VIVALDI  (1-800-848-2534), and hit option # 2.  They are available Monday through Friday, 10am to 6pm, or by telephone appointment.   One of their qualified program specialists will be ready to assist you.  Be sure to ask about special discounts for Folk Alliance members (Subject to underwriting approval, not all may qualify). You can also receive a free quote by visiting their website at www.clarionins.com  

Conference Registrations
Discount registrations to the Annual International Conference, Several Regional Conferences and Affiliate conferences.

Americana Rhythm Music Magazine
Americana Rhythm Music Magazine is our resource for hometown, home grown music. They print and distribute 6,000+ copies of every issue. And every issue gets read. In fact, they usually run out before the shelf date expires. When you factor in the "pass along" rate of 2.5, more than 12,500 readers see your ad! Depending on the size ad you choose, your per impression cost is about 2 cents. You can't beat that! Let them include you in the next exciting issue! Deadline is the 15th of every month. Americana Rhythm Music Magazine offers a 10% discount on regular advertising rates for Americana Rhythm Music Magazine to any member of Folk Alliance in good standing. Offer must be redeemed at the time of the order placement. Any FA member wishing to use this discount needs to ask for it specifically at the time the insertion order is placed. No retroactive discounts. You may call (540) 433-0360 or visit www.americanarhythm.com.

Avis
Discounts on Avis car rentals for Folk Alliance members. 10% off Super Value daily and weekly rates in the contiguous USA

5% off Promotional rates in the USA 
10% off the Time & Mileage rates in W. Europe
10% off rates in Africa & the Middle East
15% off rates in Asia & the Pacific
10% off rates in Canada, Latin America & the Caribbean

Frequent Flyer Mileage accrual for each rental with participating programs. Make a reservation with your special Folk Alliance Worldwide Discount (AWD) Number S033300. Simply call your travel agency or AVIS at 800-331-1212. www.avis.com

bandVillage
bandVillage is a better way to promote independent musicians, encourage live music, and most importantly encourage fans to support those musicians. bandvillage offers both a discount on CD purchases of 10%, and a discount on their new premium bandVillage memberships to FA members. Contact bandVillage for more details at www.bandvillage.com

Careers in Music
Careers in Music, developed and run by Manitoba Audio Recording Industry Association (MARIA), is an innovative and exclusive system of online training and education for the music industry. MARIA will provide member discount rates for enrollment in the Touring Course at www.careersinmusic.ca

concertsinyourhome.com
CIYH is the most active and complete resouce for house concert information. Our online community of artists, hosts, and music fans use the site to schedule and promote "intimate concerts where people listen". Folk Alliance artist members can get a free "full page upgrade" ($38 alue) when joining CIYH. Membership provides access and exposure to the growing database of house concert presenters on the site. House concert hosts can join and use the site's many resources for free, and there are attractive discount packages for agencies as well. http://concertsinyourhome.com/fa.html

 

Crescent Music Services
“Design is like making music.” Diana Thornton is an award-winning CD designer with 26+ years experience and special qualifications because she is also a singer/songwriter who has produced her own albums. She has designed hundreds of CDs and DVDs. With her passion for music combined with her technical expertise, she can tap into your vision and make it happen. File finishing services also available. Guaranteed printable files to spec for any factory, or, she can handle the replication or duplication as well. Call Diana for a free consultation, 504-312-2354. Visit www.crescentmusic.com for her portfolio and pricing. FA member discount: 15% OFF.

Dirty Linen
Dirty Linen is the magazine of Folk and World Music. Folk Alliance members receive a discount of 10% off of their standard advertising rates. The discount can be combined with quantity discounts to get up to 25% off of advertising. Call Dirty Linen at (410) 583-7973 and identify yourself as a Folk Alliance member. www.dirtylinen.com/dirtyfa.html

 

Discovering Folk Music

International award-winning photojournalist Stephanie P. Ledgin redefines the "f" word in her latest book, the groundbreaking Discovering Folk Music, "strongly recommended" by XM's Mary Sue Twohy and called a "go to reference" by Rock and Roll Hall of Fame president Terry Stewart. A founding member of Folk Alliance International, Stephanie is also the author of Homegrown Music: Discovering Bluegrass and From Every Stage: Images of America's Roots Music. A three-year traveling photo exhibition of her work derived from the latter book. FAI members can enjoy two different special offers. Receive a 10% discount off the price of Discovering Folk Music or receive FREE your choice of any one of her three books (except hardcover edition of Homegrown Music) with the purchase of any original exhibition photo priced at $500 or more from the Photo Exhibition page of her Web site. Offer applies to online orders only and does not include s&h or sales tax. Free book offer not good on "new" custom print orders. PayPal accepted. Use the order form at http://fiddlingwithwords.com and note “FAI” in the comments box; incentive will appear on your email invoice. Offers good through 6/30/10.

 

Groove House Records
Groove House Records is known for audiophile-class CD manufacturing, Groove House Records has created discs for thousands of independent recording artists since 1996. Every CD project includes real-time direct-to-glass mastering. Printed CD and DVD products are manufactured using vegetable-based inks and recycled paper. 100 free full-color 11 x 17 posters with any new order of 1,000 or more packaged CDs or DVDs.  Offer valid for new orders only and must be redeemed at the time of order placement. Poster artwork to be provided by customer. This benefit cannot be combined with other Groove House Records offers or discounts. Call Groove House Records at 1.888.476.6838 and identify yourself as a Folk Alliance member. You can also email cdrep@groovehouse.com. Include a copy of your membership card when submitting your order forms.

Musician's Atlas
Musician’s Atlas is regarded as the industry's most qualified and comprehensive networking database, The Atlas delivers the details that other resources leave out - details that save you time and money. Whether in print or interactive, The Atlas makes it easy to: book gigs, plan tours, get airplay, and develop media, marketing & promotional campaigns. Register now for a FREE TRIAL subscription to the interactive AtlasOnline & receive a discount when your full membership is activated OR order The Musician's Atlas Print Edition now & get 35% off the cover price (reg. $49.95). Visit: http://musiciansatlas.com/folkalliance.asp for all the details.

Muzlink
Muzlink provides music makers with “free” online marketing and promotion services. “muzlink.com” is a local to global website bringing music makers and music lovers together across the world. Free access, for all FA members in good standing to muzlink.com artist promotion and marketing services. Use the Validation Code: FOLKANOV2006 on the artist entry page available to FA members on the FA member’s login page. www.muzlink.com/Artist

MySongStore.com
MySongStore.com, The Fair Trade Download Service, is a digital music download service for the independent artist which allows musicians to sell their music and videos directly from their website of blog using the MySongStore widget.  MySongStore.com will waive the $9.95 signup fee for all Folk Alliance Members in good standing.  MySongStore.com will help artists obtain mechanical download licensing for the majority of cover songs and withhold and distribute the statutory license fee. Login to www.mysongstore.com and enter FA2009 in the Promotional Code/Referral ID field.

Oasis Disc Manufacturing
The official CD & DVD Manufacturer for The Folk Alliance Conference 2009, headed by Folk Alliance member Micah Solomon, specializes in CD & DVD replication to the acoustic and world music communities. We're pleased to announce they are now guaranteeing a $50 discount to all Folk Alliance members.  Minor limitations apply.  Oasis is known for the radio broadcast samplers -- OasisAcoustic, OasisWorld, OasisRock&Roots and more-- that they distribute nationally to radio on behalf of their clients. This service is included at no additional charge with every order.  Please email micah@oasisCD.com and he'll get you directly to the right person to help you out, or call Oasis at 1-888-296-2747.

Singer & Musician Magazine
Singer&Musician gives working musicians the tools they need to successfully navigate the twisting roads of the music business. Editorial coverage runs the spectrum from songwriting to stage banter, from choosing a studio to choosing a label, and product reviews that address the gear and technology most crucial to advancing the musician's career. Singer&Musician answers the questions of the aspiring as well as the well-seasoned performer. Singer & Musician magazine provides singers, songwriters, musicians and bands with practical, down-to-earth information they can use in the real world of the music business. Folk Alliance members save 30%, 12 issues for $19.95 (regularly $29.95). Enter coupon code FA2007 when subscribing at www.iLiveToPlay.net

VE Associates
VE Associates provides quick turn around and unsurpassed quality on anything from short run video duplication to large run CD and DVD replication. VE provides graphic design, full-service CD authoring, DVD authoring, CD and DVD mastering services, replication and duplication for musicians around California and worldwide. VE Associates is proud to offer a 10% discount off of our services for all registered Folk Alliance members. Order over the web or the phone. Make sure to mention Folk Alliance in the additional comments portion of the quote page or just tell the sales person you are from FA and qualify for the 10% discount. www.veassociates.com or toll free at 877-474-7277. The local number is 949-474-6085.