Hosting an In-Home Concert

What Are the Costs?

You have two options for hosting an in-home concert:

Donation-Based (Most Popular)

  • No cost to host.
  • You provide seating and optional refreshments.
  • Guests are invited to give an open donation—they contribute any amount they wish.
  • 100% of donations go directly to the performer.

Fixed Price

  • If you’d rather not do donations, you can pay a flat concert fee.
  • Contact Kevin for a personalized quote.

The Host’s Responsibilities

Invitations: Send 2–3 emails prior to the concert. (A ready-to-use template is available to make this simple.)

For Donation Concerts:

  • Encourage guests to come expecting to give a donation.
  • Place a donation basket where guests will see it as they arrive or leave.
  • Make brief donation announcements at the start, intermission, and end.  If you're shy about making announcements, contact Kevin to brainstorm some options. 

Planning Made Simple

  • Once a date and time are set, create a Facebook event, Evite, or simple email invite.
  • Make it a potluck if you’d like—guests love bringing dishes to share!
  • Relax—it’s really just like inviting friends over for a special evening of music.

Concert Schedule

Performance: Two sets of 30–35 minutes, with a 10–15 minute intermission.

Timing: If the concert starts at 8:00, invite guests for 7:00–7:30 so there’s time to mingle.

Invitations & RSVP Tips

  • Send invites about 6-8 weeks in advance, with a few reminders.
  • Email is more reliable than Facebook RSVPs.
  • Include in your invite that space is limited and reservations are required.
  • A short explanation of the in-home concert concept.
  • Donation info (for donation-based concerts).
  • Links to music samples (YouTube, website).
  • Expect a few last-minute cancellations—overbooking slightly or keeping a waitlist helps ensure a full house.
  • Equipment
  • Indoors: Usually, no amplification is needed.  Guests enjoy the intimacy of unplugged acoustic sound.
  • If needed: Minimal sound reinforcement can be provided, kept simple and unobtrusive.

Outdoor Shows

  • Backyards, patios, or driveways work beautifully.
  • Outdoor concerts allow for more musicians, creating a bigger sound.
  • Guests can bring their own lawn chairs, food, and drinks.
  • Consider a canopy/cover for shade or evening lighting.
  • Light sound amplification.
  • Giving neighbors advance notice as a courtesy.

Hosting an in-home concert is fun, easy, and memorable

—for you, your friends, and your community.

 

 

 READY TO HOST AN IN-HOME CONCERT? 

Call/Text 817.975.9103 or email