Blackerby Performance Hall and Teaching Studio Terms and Conditions

Studio Recitals

The rate for all hall use is $90/hour. We charge in half-hour increments, so a one-and-a-half hour recital would cost $135. However, there is a one hour minimum. Performers may begin arriving a half hour before the scheduled start-time of an event. There is no charge for this half-hour. So people can arrive at 6:30pm for a 7:00pm event, but billing doesn’t begin until 7:00pm. Billing continues until all guests have departed. If the performers finish at 8:00pm, but guests remain until 8:30pm to visit, charges continue until 8:30pm. So please allow for the time needed to socialize and take pictures when calculating your costs.

Adjacent to the recital hall is a large room with tables and chairs for a reception. There’s also a full kitchen with refrigerator, oven and microwave. No food or drink is allowed in the recital hall.

Solo and Small Ensembles

Individuals and small groups looking for a space to perform receive a substantial discount from the normal hourly rate. For example, this would include individual students doing a Suzuki book recital, an ensemble looking to play for family and friends, or a professional group that intends on charging admission or asking for donations. This would also include students or professionals looking for a great acoustic recording environment. We want to provide an intimate, convenient and inexpensive space for all of these performers. The rate for this type of event is $90.00 per hour with a one hour minimum.

We think we’re the perfect venue for a multitude of talented singer-songwriters. Our hall is a great listening room where your music is front and center.

Other Events

The two categories above describe the majority of events that will likely take place in our recital hall. However, we realize there are other types of events that may be well-suited for our space. Organizers of dance recitals, theatrical plays and art shows are welcome to contact us. The rate for this type of event will be similar to those listed above but may vary on a case by case basis.

Live-Streaming and Recording

Blackerby Violin Shop offers the unique ability to live-stream and record your event from our recital hall. This means family and friends anywhere in the world can watch your event live and later view the recording at their convenience. The live-stream and the recording are both easily accessed from our YouTube channel, Blackerby Violin Shop live tab. We do not provide a hard copy, DVD or otherwise, of the event. Parents and other audience members may use their own cameras to record the event. The rate for the live-stream service is an additional $100.00 per hour.

Reservations and Payment

Reservations can be made by contacting us at reservations@stageandstudio.com. Please let us know how you would like the event listed on our calendar. Reservations are not confirmed until you receive an email verifying the date and time of your event. Please use our online calendar as a guide when making your plans. Please note that we only schedule relatively small events during regular business hours at Blackerby Violin Shop. Therefore, often the earliest start-time for a weekday event is 6:30pm; for a Saturday event, 5:30pm; and for Sunday, 1:00pm.

Deposits of 50% are required for all reservations. Here is our procedure for collecting deposits and posting your event:

  • After confirmation of your event we will send you a bill via Quickbooks online to collect your deposit.

  • Your booking will be published on our calendar and confirmed once we have received your deposit.

  • A partial refund for 50% of the deposit will be granted until 45 days prior to your event

  • Reschedule requests will be granted up to 30 days prior to event.

  • Emergency cancellations and reschedule requests will be considered on a case by case basis. We will do our best to work with you.