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BIG NEWS
We have officially secured a venue, and will be opening in the winter 2019-2020! The Bridge will be located on Highland Avenue in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Agents of nationally touring artists have already begun contacting us about dates.
We're pleased to announce that Calliope Folk Music Society will have its performances and offices at The Bridge. Calliope has been presenting folk, Americana, blues and world music for 50 years, and we're so excited to share our new venue with them.
The Bridge will be made available for use by local community organizations and for private events like wedding receptions, reunions, parties, corporate events, etc.
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We are so pleased to finally share the news and invite you to be a part of our dream for a new music venue in Pittsburgh PA.
What is The Bridge Music Hall?
The Bridge Music Hall will be a nonprofit 250-seat, cabaret-style music listening room in the tradition of some of the finest ones in the country such as The Ark in Ann Arbor, The Birchmere in Alexandria, and S.P.A.C.E. in Evanston.
A listening room respects the artist and you equally, providing an opportunity to perform and experience music without the distractions of people carrying on conversations during the show. When the music is happening there's no talking!
How will The Bridge Music Hall operate?
The Bridge will operate as a social enterprise, using a member-supported, nonprofit model that is self-sustainable and guarantees artist pay. Our efforts are entirely grassroots and community-driven. Most of us are working musicians that comprise the diversity within our city. Meet our board and read our business model.
What kind of music can I see at The Bridge?
Singer-songwriters from Western Pennsylvania and the whole of the United States will be prominently featured. Poetry, lectures and comedy will also be offered. Shows will be presented in a 6-day-a-week schedule.
What artists can I see at The Bridge?
So glad you asked! We are already attracting and/or hoping to attract incredible talent. Help us bring them all to The Bridge!
What else will The Bridge offer?
The Bridge will be much more than a performance venue. We will also offer:
>> Certified Music Therapy for community members with TBI, Alzheimers, and Dementia
>> Young Musician Mentorships where we match young artists with professionals to assist and advise
>> Day Time Night Club for members of our community that cannot go out at night
>> Fundraising benefits for local organizations
Where will The Bridge be located?
After several years of searching for the perfect space, we've finally found it! The Bridge will be located on Highland Avenue in Pittsburgh's East Liberty neighborhood.
When will The Bridge open?
Late 2019/Early 2020
What can I do to help?
Two things: Donate and share. Your donation is tax-deductible.
What will my donation go towards?
Our total community fundraising goal is $250k. Since launching our GoFundMe we have received around $141k in donations and other financial arrangements, including a grand piano that is being used at Wallace's until our venue is secured. We are 56% of the way there! The remaining $109k we are seeking here will help us to acquire stage lights, state-of-the-art sound, furnishings, as well as initial booking contracts and guarantees for artists, other management fees, and host the grand opening for everyone.
Quality Music + Quality People
Bringing an intimate top-notch listening room to our city and building community around music is our vision and our passion. With your financial help, we will add to the revitalization of Pittsburgh, one of our nation's great Rust Belt cities.
We can't wait to meet you at The Bridge.
From all of us at
The Bridge Music Hall
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Additional Notes
Endorsements: These organizations endorse The Bridge Music Hall
Pittsburgh Musicians Union
Allegheny City Central Association
East Allegheny Citizens Council
Community Alliance for Spring Garden/East Deutschtown
The Priory
Wigle Whiskey
Details & Qualifications: Funds raised in this campaign will be administered by our fiscal partner, East Liberty Development, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community development corporation. Your contributions are tax deductible as allowed by law minus the value of the premium received (if any), and all proceeds will be utililized for nonprofit purposes connected with the opening of The Bridge Music Hall
* Compilation Album: a digital download link will be sent to your inbox in this summer!
** Events Ticket Thank You Gift: Selected events TBA. Must be used within 1 year of the opening of The Bridge Music Hall.
*** Living Room/Private Concert: US only. Solo or duo only for the $1500 level and trio/full band for the $5000 donation. Selected artists TBA. Must coincide with tour dates and pending schedule availability. Transportation & lodging are not included and additional.
**** Dinner Party: This event will be a catered private dinner party for you plus up to 10 of your guests with a national touring artist of our choice, while they are in town to perform at The Bridge.
We have officially secured a venue, and will be opening in the winter 2019-2020! The Bridge will be located on Highland Avenue in the East Liberty neighborhood of Pittsburgh. Agents of nationally touring artists have already begun contacting us about dates.
We're pleased to announce that Calliope Folk Music Society will have its performances and offices at The Bridge. Calliope has been presenting folk, Americana, blues and world music for 50 years, and we're so excited to share our new venue with them.
The Bridge will be made available for use by local community organizations and for private events like wedding receptions, reunions, parties, corporate events, etc.
______________________________________________________
We are so pleased to finally share the news and invite you to be a part of our dream for a new music venue in Pittsburgh PA.
What is The Bridge Music Hall?
The Bridge Music Hall will be a nonprofit 250-seat, cabaret-style music listening room in the tradition of some of the finest ones in the country such as The Ark in Ann Arbor, The Birchmere in Alexandria, and S.P.A.C.E. in Evanston.
A listening room respects the artist and you equally, providing an opportunity to perform and experience music without the distractions of people carrying on conversations during the show. When the music is happening there's no talking!
How will The Bridge Music Hall operate?
The Bridge will operate as a social enterprise, using a member-supported, nonprofit model that is self-sustainable and guarantees artist pay. Our efforts are entirely grassroots and community-driven. Most of us are working musicians that comprise the diversity within our city. Meet our board and read our business model.
What kind of music can I see at The Bridge?
Singer-songwriters from Western Pennsylvania and the whole of the United States will be prominently featured. Poetry, lectures and comedy will also be offered. Shows will be presented in a 6-day-a-week schedule.
What artists can I see at The Bridge?
So glad you asked! We are already attracting and/or hoping to attract incredible talent. Help us bring them all to The Bridge!
What else will The Bridge offer?
The Bridge will be much more than a performance venue. We will also offer:
>> Certified Music Therapy for community members with TBI, Alzheimers, and Dementia
>> Young Musician Mentorships where we match young artists with professionals to assist and advise
>> Day Time Night Club for members of our community that cannot go out at night
>> Fundraising benefits for local organizations
Where will The Bridge be located?
After several years of searching for the perfect space, we've finally found it! The Bridge will be located on Highland Avenue in Pittsburgh's East Liberty neighborhood.
When will The Bridge open?
Late 2019/Early 2020
What can I do to help?
Two things: Donate and share. Your donation is tax-deductible.
What will my donation go towards?
Our total community fundraising goal is $250k. Since launching our GoFundMe we have received around $141k in donations and other financial arrangements, including a grand piano that is being used at Wallace's until our venue is secured. We are 56% of the way there! The remaining $109k we are seeking here will help us to acquire stage lights, state-of-the-art sound, furnishings, as well as initial booking contracts and guarantees for artists, other management fees, and host the grand opening for everyone.
Quality Music + Quality People
Bringing an intimate top-notch listening room to our city and building community around music is our vision and our passion. With your financial help, we will add to the revitalization of Pittsburgh, one of our nation's great Rust Belt cities.
We can't wait to meet you at The Bridge.
From all of us at
The Bridge Music Hall
___________________________________________
Additional Notes
Endorsements: These organizations endorse The Bridge Music Hall
Pittsburgh Musicians Union
Allegheny City Central Association
East Allegheny Citizens Council
Community Alliance for Spring Garden/East Deutschtown
The Priory
Wigle Whiskey
Details & Qualifications: Funds raised in this campaign will be administered by our fiscal partner, East Liberty Development, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community development corporation. Your contributions are tax deductible as allowed by law minus the value of the premium received (if any), and all proceeds will be utililized for nonprofit purposes connected with the opening of The Bridge Music Hall
* Compilation Album: a digital download link will be sent to your inbox in this summer!
** Events Ticket Thank You Gift: Selected events TBA. Must be used within 1 year of the opening of The Bridge Music Hall.
*** Living Room/Private Concert: US only. Solo or duo only for the $1500 level and trio/full band for the $5000 donation. Selected artists TBA. Must coincide with tour dates and pending schedule availability. Transportation & lodging are not included and additional.
**** Dinner Party: This event will be a catered private dinner party for you plus up to 10 of your guests with a national touring artist of our choice, while they are in town to perform at The Bridge.
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The Bridge Music Hall
Organizer
Pittsburgh, PA
The Bridge Music Hall
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