Armand Petri (fourth from the left) with members of the 10,000 Maniacs.
Insight into how the music industry has evolved over two decades will be shared by Armand Petri, an award winning independent producer and coordinator of Fredonia’s Music Industry program, at the Arts and Business Luncheon at the Fredonia Technology Incubator on Friday, Feb. 1, at noon.
Intellectual property ownership (copyright), how the industry has changed in the last 20 years, marketing intellectual property and true stories about the Goo Goo Dolls and Sixpence None the Richer will be addressed by Mr. Petri, a member of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame.
“This series continues to provide unique insights on the relationship between arts and business,” said Incubator Director Chuck Cornell. “A well-known artist like Armand Petri is an ideal presenter who can share his unique experience and vision with our community and students.”
Petri has a M.A. in Arts Management from the University at Buffalo and has experienced nearly every facet of the music industry: artist management, live sound, recording and composing. He’s worked with artists such as the Goo Good Dolls, 10,000 Maniacs, Sixpence the Richer and John and Mary.
“From the valuable business experiences Mr. Petri has obtained, students gain insight into the complex obstacles faced in the music industry,” Mr. Cornell said.
The luncheon, the 15th in the series, is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Go online to https://ftipetriluncheon.eventbrite.com.
For more information, contact FTI at 716-680-6009 or incubator@fredonia.edu
The incubator is located at 214 Central Ave., Dunkirk.
