Music Performance Violin Template

MUSIC PERFORMANCE AGREEMENT — VIOLIN

Parties and Recitals

This Music Performance Agreement (the Agreement) is made between Presenter: with primary address and Performer: (Violinist).

WHEREAS, Presenter desires to engage the services of the Performer to provide a live violin performance on the terms set forth herein; and

WHEREAS, Performer represents that Performer is capable of providing a professional violin performance and will perform as an independent contractor in accordance with the terms of this Agreement;

WHEREAS, the parties wish to set forth the full agreement regarding the engagement, payment, obligations, and other material terms.

Engagement and Performance Details

Performance Date:    Performance Start Time:    Performance Duration:

Technical and Logistical Requirements

Instrument Provided by Performer:   Amplification Required:

Arrival / Load-in Time:    Soundcheck Time:

Payment Terms

Total Fee: $. Payment schedule:

Method of Payment:    Late Fee:

Term, Cancellation, and Termination

Term Commencement Date: . Termination Date (if applicable):

Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause upon days' written notice specifying the grounds for termination. Termination for convenience by Presenter requires written notice at least days prior to performance and may be subject to cancellation fee specified below.

Confidentiality

The parties acknowledge that in the course of performance, either party may disclose confidential information. Each party agrees to hold all such Confidential Information in strict confidence and not to disclose it to any third party except as required by law or with the prior written consent of the disclosing party. Confidential Information does not include information that (i) is or becomes public through no breach of this Agreement, (ii) was rightfully known by the receiving party prior to disclosure, or (iii) is independently developed by the receiving party without use of the disclosing party's Confidential Information.

Insurance, Indemnity, and Independent Contractor

Performer is engaged as an independent contractor and is responsible for all federal, state, and local taxes, national insurance contributions, and other withholdings. Performer shall maintain general liability insurance as appropriate for the performance and indemnify and hold harmless Presenter from and against any claims, losses, liabilities, costs and expenses arising out of Performer's negligent acts or omissions in connection with the performance.

Recording and Use of Likeness

Recording or broadcast of the live performance by Presenter requires Performer’s prior written consent except where recording is limited to non-commercial archival purposes agreed in advance. Any permitted recordings or promotional uses of recorded material shall credit Performer and be subject to separate written agreement unless otherwise agreed in this Section:

Governing Law; Dispute Resolution

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of . Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved first through good-faith negotiation between the parties, and if unresolved, by binding arbitration in the county where Presenter’s principal place of business is located, unless the parties agree otherwise in writing.

Entire Agreement; Amendments

This Agreement, including any attachments or rider documents expressly incorporated herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties concerning the subject matter and supersedes all prior negotiations, understandings, and agreements. Any amendment or modification of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Notices

Representations and Warranties

Each party represents and warrants that it has the full right, power and authority to enter into this Agreement, and that performance of its obligations will not violate any other agreement of such party. Performer further represents that Performer holds any necessary permissions or licenses for the performance of copyrighted material and will comply with applicable performance rights licensing requirements.

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