What is FARMette?
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Hoosier Original Music Association
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2nd Annual Conference
June 21, 2025
Nashville, Brown County, Indiana
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Connect and Grow Together​
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FARMette is a one-day music networking and showcasing conference designed to elevate the voices of folk and singer-songwriters in Indiana while fostering connections with industry partners who hire them—festivals, fairs, venues, and more. This conference celebrates the transformative power of music and community, inviting participants to rekindle their sense of purpose and creativity.
With engaging panels like Care of Acoustic Instruments: Advice from a Master Luthier, Best Practices for Live Sound, and How to Create Show Success: Partnerships That Work, FARMette provides invaluable resources for artists and industry professionals alike. Together, we’ll explore the magic of storytelling through song, uncovering the awe and wonder that fuels artistic endeavors and strengthens our shared cultural fabric.
Darryl Hurs - DIT (Toronto), Kathleen Cook - Secretly Canadian Group, Robert Meitus - MGR Firm, Carolyn VandeWiele - WFHB shared insights on music ownership, royalties, rights, and registration at FARMette 2024
FARMette 2024 - SOLD OUT!
The inaugural 2024 FARMette Conference was a landmark event for musicians and music industry professionals in Indiana. Held in Bloomington, this sold-out gathering brought together artists, industry partners, and enthusiasts for an unparalleled day of networking, learning, and showcasing.
With music around every corner, the conference featured inspiring panels, dynamic performances, and invaluable career insights. Panels featured label executives, international music industry experts, and Indiana venue, radio, and festival legends who spoke to and networked with seasoned music community partners and up and coming artists. Everyone left empowered by new connections and creative opportunities. FARMette 2024 proved to be an experience like no other—celebrating the vibrant folk music community and setting the stage for even greater events to come.
Tim Grimm and Keith Beatty
Showcased at FARMette 2024
Artists Showcases
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At FARMette we work hard to connect original artists to industry professionals working across the state. In addition to an official showcase artists, there will be opportunities to showcase in private showcase spaces. A list of the 10 private showcase space hosts will be available by February 15, 2025.
Lowlanders - Showcasing Main Stage FARMette 2024
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