Core Memory Music is looking for soloists and small ensembles to perform in our chamber music series. We want to showcase your artistry and provide our audience with a rich, varied mix of music each season.
Our concerts take place inside a modern home in southern Rhode Island, a few miles from the Atlantic coast. The performance space seats up to 30 people and features a Steinway concert grand in excellent condition. Concerts are informal and we encourage performers to interact with the audience. We provide meals, lodging, and ground transportation while you’re here, and we’ll help with your travel expenses.
We’re currently seeking proposals for concerts in Autumn 2026 and beyond. If this opportunity interests you, please introduce yourself and describe your proposal. If your proposal meets our requirements and seems likely to appeal to our audience, we’ll reach out to you to arrange a phone meeting.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are your customary performance fees?
Our performance fees generally range from $400 to $1000 per artist. We take into account factors such as recent recordings, training, and experience. We are required to report payments of $600 or higher to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service.
I’ve been invited to perform. What happens next?
Please send us your proposed program. If we think your program needs to be revised, we’ll explain why and suggest some possible changes. After we agree on the program and your performance fee, we’ll send you a performance agreement to review and sign.
How long should I plan to perform?
Please prepare a minimum of 60 minutes of music. Most of our concerts are divided into two segments with an optional 15-minute intermission. Encores are optional but are much appreciated by our audience.
Where is the concert venue?
The address of the venue is 103 North Road, Wakefield, Rhode Island 02879. Driving time from Providence, Newport, Westerly, and southeastern Connecticut is under an hour, and Kingston Station is only five miles away.
When should I arrive at the venue?
Please plan to arrive at least three (3) hours before your performance is scheduled to begin. If you’re traveling several hours to get here, we recommend that you arrive the day before your concert. We’re happy to provide lodging at the venue for up to two nights.
Will my concert be recorded?
We livestream and record our concerts (audio only). We use a simple two-mic system that works best for soloists but can be used for ensembles as well. The quality is suitable for private use. These recordings belong to you and will not be shared without your permission.
Are complimentary tickets available?
We don’t sell tickets to our concerts — instead, patrons request a reservation and make a financial contribution at the door. Please encourage your family and friends to join us and contribute along with our other guests. Any amount is welcome.
Do you ever postpone or cancel concerts?
In the unlikely event that we don’t get enough advance reservations, we may decide that your concert is not financially viable. If that happens, we’ll pay you a portion of your performance fee and ask you to re-schedule the concert.
Where can I find publicity about my concert?
The most reliable source of concert information is the concert schedule on our website.