Im not going to bash any other conferences for musicians. There are things that can be learned from any class/conference...however i will say that this conference was a biggie and I now have an even greater appreciation for the Rally.
The Taxi Road Rally...
Is very organized.
Has classes that start on time.
Has popular classes scheduled throughout the day. (not three at one time slot)
Has time to change classes without rushing only to get a seat in the back.
Has classes that present skills and information with minimal focus on the presenters product.( sales pitches)
Has a much better environment for networking, collaboration and performing.
$300 for new members is less than the cost of 1 ticket to some industry conferences. I'm sure every conference has room for improvement, but Taxi is doing a lot of things right.
Whether or not those guys will join, i have no idea... But if you are already a member and you dont take advantage of the rally, you are missing out. If there is any way to attend, you will get more than your money's worth.
So long as I can continue to swing the trip to LA, ill keep renewing.
(didnt even mention all the great folks I met last November...and Looking forward to the late night piano Jams in 2012... Even if we dont make it back into Keyboard Magazine again.
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