What is a House Concert?

A house concert is exactly what it sounds like: a live musical performance held in someone’s private home (or occasionally a backyard), rather than a traditional venue like a bar, theater, or club.

The basics

• Setting: A living room, patio, or similar intimate space
• Audience: Usually 20–50 people (sometimes a bit more)
• Music style: Often acoustic, jazz, folk, classical, or singer-songwriter—but really anything that works in a smaller space
• Atmosphere: Quiet, attentive listening (not background noise like a bar)

How it works

• A host invites guests—sometimes via email or a private list
• Guests typically make a donation (often $15–$40) after the event and whatever they can afford and feel it is worth.  Basucakkt a tip if they enjoted the event.
• Seating is informal—chairs, couches, even floor seating
• There’s often a break with snacks, wine, or desserts

Why people love them

• For audiences:
  You’re just a few feet from the performer—no stage barrier, no crowd noise
• For musicians:
  Higher-quality listening, direct connection with guests, and often better net income than a bar gig

A few unwritten “rules”

• Listen respectfully (it’s not a cocktail party)
• Turn off phones
• Arrive on time—walking in mid-song is frowned upon

Why would you want to host one?

You create a musical event in a quiet setting with friends who are looking for the type of music you are having me provide.

What  does it cost?

NOTHING!!!  Not a Penny!  (Unless you choose to provide some snacks or drinks for your guests).  I do expect you to let your guests know that donations to the extent they feel the evening was worth it will be requested after the event - but just ike tips we will do that in a way that is in good taste and does not embarrass anyone who is not in a position to do so.

How do you set one up?

I will help you through the process - to include printed material on how to announce it (emails), how to creatre the atmosphere, everything.  Basically, I have a vested interest because helping you make the event a succuess is paramount to your guests feeling it is worth a donation.  Simply contact me via email at roy@royhelsingaccordionist.com or by going to the “Request a Quote” tab above and labeling the event as a house concert.