Christian McBride Big Band Rider - Ted Kurland Associates

Christian McBrideBig Band – 2013Ground TransportationIf the ARTIST so determines that he needs ground transportation, Purchaser agrees to provide such transportation at his solecost and expense. Purchaser will provide two 15 passenger van (one with the front bench taken out) to accommodate 17people, equipment (including an acoustic bass in a hard case) and 10 large pieces of luggage. Transportation must beprovided as follows:- Pick up at airport- Bring to hotel- Hotel to concert site- Concert site back to hotel- Hotel to the airportARTIST will provide purchaser with airline and ground pick up/delivery schedules.IF PURCHASER FAILS TO SHOW UP ON TIME WITH THE PROPER VEHICLES AND ARTIST IS FORCED TO FIND OTHERSUITABLE TRANSPORTATION, PURCHASER WILL PAY AT HIS SOLE COST AND EXPENSE FOR ALL TRANSPORT COSTSINCURRED BY THE ARTIST.Hotel AccommodationsIf PURCHASER is providing HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS, A four –star hotel hotel with a minimum of (1) Suite and (17) singlerooms with king size beds must be provided. The rooms shall be available until the day after the performance with theARTIST to comply with checkout times and hotel rules. The PURCHASER shall not be responsible for any extra chargesduring the stay of the ARTIST.Production RiderThis “Production Rider” shall be attached to and become an integral part of the performance agreement or contract betweenThe McBride Company, Inc. (“Artist”) and _____________________ (“Local Presenter”)This Rider is an integral part of the performance agreement and as such, should be read carefully, signed and returned inorder to have a fully executed agreement. No item may be waived or changed, nor any additions or deletions made withoutthe express written consent of the Artist or the Artist representative. In case of any conflict or inconsistency between theterms of this Production Rider and any contract or other rider to which it may be attached, this Production Rider shall prevail.It is the responsibility of the local presenter to arrange for, supply and pay for the following requirements of the Artist:Production and Technical RequirementsA. Sound System RequirementsWEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007A.1 GeneralLocal Presenter shall provide at his/her sole cost and expense, a first-class, professional sound reinforcement systemcapable of providing even, stereo coverage and distortion free sound levels of no less than 115dB to all ticketed areas,seated or standing, of the venue. All necessary cables, parts, rigging and hardware for the safe and efficient operation of thesound system must be included.A.2 Local Sound Technician/EngineerThere must be a local sound engineer and/or technician(s) who is an expert with the set up and operation of the front ofhouse sound system and is able to program and adjust the system as requested by the Artist’s sound engineer. Thetechnician must present at the front of house position for load in, sound check and all performances.A.3 Front of House Mix PositionAn in-house, on the aisle mix position that is clear of balcony overhang is necessary and critical to this performance. Mixposition in the balcony is not acceptable. Mix position should be physically secured, stable and on the main floor withaudience members and as near to center house as possible.A.4 Front of House ConsoleA forty-eight (48) input mixing console with four (4) band equalization per channel (eq. must include a minimum of two sweepable bands). Console should include eight (8) auxiliary sends and eight (8) sub-groups. Acceptable Digital Consoles:Christian McBride Big Band Production Rider Page 1 of 7 Initial_______Current: January, 2013

Christian McBrideBig Band – 2013DiGiCo SD8, SD7, SD8-24, DigiDesign Venue SC48, Soundcraft Si2, Si3, Vi4, Acceptable Analogue Consoles: MidasVerona 480 or Heritage 1000, 2000 or 3000, Yamaha PM 5000.A.5 Main Speaker System and ProcessingConfiguration of speaker system must be coordinated in advance of load in with the Artist’s production manager or soundengineer. Acceptable speaker cabinets: D&B, Meyer, JBL (only Vertec), and L’Acoustics. Speaker Management/networkand system processors must be included in the system provided and shall include DSP software based processing,equalization and delay on all inputs and outputs. Acceptable DSP Processors: Any Proprietary controllers such as MeyerGalileo, D&B R1, or stand alone controller such as DBX Drive Rack, or Klark Teknik DN9848E. The processor should becapable of independently controlling all zones of speakers in the system, including center clusters, balcony fills, and/or delaysystems. In case of Analogue Console, additional outboard equipment that must be included: Two (2) digital multi-effectsprocessors. Lexicon PCM-91, TC Electronics M3000, 2000, Four (4) noise gates and four (4) comp/limiters. Avalon, DBX,Drawmer. The system shall have playback and recording devices including: One (1) CD recorder/player and One (1) CDplayer.WEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007Christian McBride Big Band Production Rider Page 2 of 7 Initial_______Current: January, 2013

Christian McBrideBig Band – 2013B. Stage Monitor System RequirementsB.1 GeneralLocal Presenter shall provide at his/her sole cost and expense a first-class professional stage monitoring system. The systemmust be capable of providing 8 discrete mix’s at distortion free sound levels of no less than 110db at positions as noted onthe stage plot. All necessary cables, parts, rigging and hardware for the safe and efficient operation of the sound systemmust be included.B.2 Monitor Mix PositionThe Monitor Mix position will be located on the down stage left wing and must have a clear line of sight to the opposite sideof the stage from the operating position of the console. Mix position on the stage right side, upstage positions or out of theline of sight of the stage should be avoided.B.3 ConsoleA Forty-Eight (48) input ‘on-stage’ monitor console with four (4) band equalization per channel (eq. must include a minimumof two sweepable bands. Console should have eight (8) monitor sends and ‘Cue’ mix with faders on each channel.Acceptable Digital consoles: DiGiCo SD8-24, SD7, Digidesign SC48, Soundcraft Si2, Si3, Vi4. Acceptable AnalogueConsoles: Midas Verona 480, Heritage 1000, 2000 or 3000, Yamaha PM 5000M.B.4 Monitor Speakers and ProcessingMonitor system shall include Eleven (11) floor wedges and one (1) matching cue wedge and amplification as necessary fornon-powered speakers. Acceptable monitor speakers: Meyer UM-1P, D&B M6, M4 or M2, MAX12, L’Acoustics 112P, 108P,EAW MW12, MW15, SM12, SM15, SM200, Clair Brothers 12AM. In case of analogue consoles, the monitor system shallinclude twelve (12) channels of 1/3-octave equalizers to be inserted on the monitor sends. In case of conventional, nonpoweredspeaker’s, the monitor system shall include speaker processors, and amplifiers for bi-amplification. Acceptableamplifiers: QSC, Crest, Crown, Lab Gruppen, D&B. Acceptable EQ’s: BSS, Klark Teknik, Ashley. In case of Analogueconsole the monitor system should include one (1) digital multi-effects processor. Acceptable processors: Lexicon PCM-91,TC Electronics M3000, 2000.B.5 Local Sound Technician/EngineerThere must be a local sound engineer and/or technician(s) who is an expert with the set up and operation of the monitorsound system and is able to program and adjust the system as requested by the Artist’s sound engineer. The technicianmust present at the monitor mix position for load in, sound check and all performances.WEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007B.6 Stage Microphone Splitter/Snake SystemA microphone splitter and snake system must be included in the sound system. It is assumed digital systems will includeproprietary equipment based on the system. In the case of analogue systems, the direct outputs of the splitter should beassigned to the FOH inputs and the “1stsplit” should be assigned to the monitor inputs. The splitter system should haveground lifts available for each input channel. Preferred splitter systems: Radial, Whirlwind, Wireworks and Brooks SirenSystems.B.7 Microphones, Direct Box’s and StandsAll microphones, wireless microphone transmitters and receivers, direct boxes and microphone stands, must be included inthe system as noted on the input list unless otherwise noted or agreed to (see attached input list). An assortment of highquality, good looking and condition microphone stands and booms, which are to be all black, (no chrome stands please)shall be included in the system. Acceptable stands: K&M and Atlas (see attached input list for specification by position).B.8 Power DistributionThe appropriate stage power distribution shall be clean and independent from all other loads with earth ground for all soundequipment and should be installed by a qualified electrician and include extension cables and multiple outlet boxes for USthree prong plugs as necessary to energize the sound system. This system must also be available for the Artist’s backlineequipment. The voltage for Artist’s equipment should be regulated 115 Volts AC.Christian McBride Big Band Production Rider Page 3 of 7 Initial_______Current: January, 2013

Christian McBrideBig Band – 2013C. Backline RequirementsC.1 GeneralThe Local Presenter shall provide at his/her sole cost and expense, instruments, amplification and accessories to include thefollowing. Please coordinate with Artist production manager as the Artist may provide some equipment. For Europeanpresenters, please provide two (2) 500w, step down transformers (220V AC converted to 115V AC with three-prong plugavailability).C.2 KeyboardsAcoustic Grand Piano, (minimum 7’); Steinway Model B or D, Yamaha C7 or C6, Fazioli F212 or 278), tuned to A440, AFTERpiano has been moved into position onstage, One (1) adjustable height Piano Bench. The piano must be tuned no later than30 minutes prior to sound check, and tuner must be available for touch-up 30 minutes prior to doors opening. Baldwin andKawai instruments are unacceptable.C.3 Bass Amp and Speaker CabinetOne (1) Epifani 502 Bass Amp with One (1) Epifani 4X10 Bass Speaker CabinetAlternate choice is One (1) SWR 400 amp head and One (1) SWR Goliath 4x10” speaker cabinet and Two (2) guitar stands.Please provide AC power at bass amp location. Please provide all necessary cables and hardware for all the aboveequipment.C.4 DrumsUlysses S. Owens Jr. exclusively plays & endorses Remo Drum Heads, Craviotto Snare Drums, and Gretsch Drums andHardware. Please reference Drum Setup page at: www.usojazzy.comGretsch New Classic or VintageB.D – 18 X 14 (No Hole In B.D Head)Floor Tom w/ legs -14 x 14, NOT Mounted On A Stand.Tom – 12 x 8 with Bass Drum Mount (Or provide an extrasnare stand to mount it)Snare – 14 x 5 1⁄2 or 6 (Ulysses brings his own)Hardware - Gibraltar1 Drum Throne1 Snare Drum Stand4 Straight Cymbal Stands (Single Brace)1 Hi Hat Stand1 Foot Pedal (With no bulky footboard, anda felt beater. Preferably Gibraltar)1 Drum Rug2 Boom Microphone Stands (Ulysses brings his ownOverhead Microphones)All cymbal stands must have felts and cymbal sleeves,no duck tape on cymbal rods please.Heads - RemoNew or Moderately UsedAll necessary cables and hardware for all the above percussion equipment must be included.C.5 Miscellaneous(1) 3’ Bass stool(45) Padded Musicians Chairs(35) Black Manhasset Music Stands with LightsRemo Coated Ambassadors on Toms and Snare (NoSnare Drum heads w/ Powerstroke, Power Dot, orreinforcement rings)Remo Clear Ambassadors on Bottom Heads (No tapeon Toms or Bass drum)Remo Coated Ambassador Bass Drum Batter SideGretsch Logo Head with NO hole in it, or Remo CoatedAmbassador on Front of Bass Drum. (If the logo head isnot Gretsch, please tape and cover it w/Black Tape.)WEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007Ulysses exclusively plays & endorses Remo Drum Heads,Craviotto Snares, Earthworks Microphones, GretschDrums and Gibraltar Hardware.Gretsch/Gibraltar Contact: Kim Graham -Kim.Graham@kmcmusic.comCraviotto Contact: Joe Kenny/ -jkenny@craviottodrums.comRemo Contact: Matt Connors - mconnors@remo.comEarthworks Contact: Kim Hiltonkim@earthworksaudio.comChristian McBride Big Band Production Rider Page 4 of 7 Initial_______Current: January, 2013

Christian McBrideBig Band – 2013D. Dressing Rooms & Production OfficeD.1 Band and Choir Dressing RoomsOne (1) safe, comfortable, private dressing rooms each equipped with sofas, chairs, mirrors, iron and ironing board andsteamer, trash bins, comfortably heated or air-conditioned, ventilated and well lit for 15 people each, clearly labeled “Band”.D.2 Star Dressing RoomsSix (6) Safe, comfortable, private dressing rooms each equipped with sofas, chairs, mirrors, iron and ironing board and/orsteamer, trash bins, comfortably heated or air-conditioned, ventilated and well lit for 1 person each, for soloist, band leaderand choir director clearly labeled “JD Steele” and “Christian McBride” with the remaining to be determined based onpersonnel.D.3 Production OfficeOne (1) private production office, supplied with at least three (3) electrical outlets, high-speed Internet connection, access tophotocopy machine, fax machine and a working telephone capable of making local and long distance calls. The productionoffice must be available at the start of the load-in through the end of the load out and labeled “Production Office”.D.4 Room ConditionsAll dressing rooms are to be clean, dry, well lighted and heated or air-conditioned, as the weather requires. Rooms shall be ineasy access to clean lavatories, which are to be supplied with soap, toilet tissue. Dressing room lavatories shall be closed tothe general public. They are to be made available to Artist’s representatives upon their arrival, and are to remain available toArtist and their staff until two hours after the end of the performance.D.5 SecurityThe Local Presenter shall be responsible for providing the security of all backstage areas including the dressing room areaand shall keep all unauthorized persons from entering the area. In addition, these rooms must be capable of being locked,and the keys made available to the Artist’s representatives.WEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007Christian McBride Big Band Production Rider Page 5 of 7 Initial_______Current: January, 2013

Christian McBrideBig Band – 2013E. Wardrobe & HospitalityE.1 Wardrobe Staff & EquipmentThe presenter must provide wardrobe staff of at least two (2), preferably one (1) male and one (1) female, and wardrobeequipment including: two (2) irons, two (2) ironing boards and two (2) large steamers to iron/steam Artists’ wardrobe.Wardrobe staff should be available to help the Artist as needed with small repairs, stage apparel preparation and dressing asneeded for the performance. The call times should be coordinated with the Artist Production Manager.E.2 Total Beverages to be SuppliedFreshly brewed coffee ..........................UNLIMITEDAssorted teas (including English breakfast)........UNLIMITEDMilk ...............................................................1 gallonHalf & Half .....................................................1 pintBottled spring water .......................................8 litersSparkling mineral water ..................................5 litersPowerade ………………………………………..4 bottlesCoca Cola ......................................................(2) 6-packsDiet Coke .......................................................(1) 6-packPlatter of fresh vegetables...............................For 3 peopleFreshly squeezed orange juice .....................2 quartsLocal beer .................................................... (1) 6-packCups, napkins, utensils and unlimited iceE.3 Hot MealsPLEASE PROVIDE 1 MEAL for the group. The meal should consist of one of the following: meat (Steak or Ribs), Pasta orChicken with potatoes or rice, salad and dessert (cookies, cake and/or pie). Work out the exact menu with the tour manager.E.4 FOR ALL MULTIPLE NIGHT ENGAGEMENTS: Band meals are to be provided every concert night. Purchaser maychoose to pay Artist a dinner per diem in lieu of providing hot meals. The per diem would be $50/person.WEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007Christian McBride Big Band Production Rider Page 6 of 7 Initial_______Current: January, 2013

Christian McBrideBig Band – 2013F. Artist Control Over ProductionF.1 GeneralArtist shall have the sole and exclusive control over the production and presentation of the performance, the designation andsubstitution of any of the performing personnel, and the direction of personnel operating all lighting and sound equipmentduring rehearsals and performances. It is specifically understood and agreed that a representative of the Artist shall have thesole and absolute authority in mixing and controlling all sound equipment while the Artist is performing.F.2 House OpenLocal Presenter shall not allow audience members to enter the place of performance until technical setup and sound checkhave been completed. Every effort will be made to see that this is completed 30 minutes prior to start of performance. Housewill not be opened until cleared by Artist’s representative.F.3 Pre Show Activities/Opening ActsLocal Presenter agrees the performance shall be presented without any pre-show activities, warm-up act, ceremonies and/orany other performer or other productions without advance notice to the Artist and prior written approval of Artist or Artistrepresentative. All introductions to be reviewed and approved on-site by Artist’s designated representative.F.4 Walk In MusicNo pre-performance music shall be played other than Artist’s own choice of music.F.5 Length of Performance/Late SeatingThis production is a continuous seventy-five to ninety (75-90) minute set, without intermission. Late seating is to take pace atthe end of the Section I. (Overture) and the end of Section II. (Main Theme) The concert must start no later that ten (10)minutes after the contracted start time of the performance.F.6 Entire Rider AgreementThis Production Rider shall be effective only when signed by Local Presenter and returned to Artist’s booking agency. Allattachments and addendums are considered a part of this contract rider and are binding.F.7 ContactsArtist Management, Press, Marketing, Transportation and Hotel related questions and inquiries, please contact:Cheryl GuessGuessWorks, Inc.212.863.9824cheryl@guessworks.orgProduction related questions, coordination and inquiries, please contact:Andre GuessGuessWorks, Inc.212.863.9824andre@guessworks.orgAgreed and accepted:WEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007_________________________________Local Presenter Signature_________________________________Print Name, Title Date_________________________________André Kimo Stone Guess DateThe McBride Company, Inc.Christian McBride Big Band Production Rider Page 7 of 7 Initial_______Current: January, 2013

200 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 2022 24 26 28 30(FT181614121086GESgibson entertainment services917.689.2585www.entertainmentsvcs.com42These drawings, designs andconcepts represent ideasand constructionsuggestion only. GibsonEntertainment Services, LLC(GES) does not acceptresponsibility for thestructural integrity orappropriateness of theseconcepts, ideas and/orsuggestions, and noengineering specificationsare implied herein. GES isnot qualified to determinethe structuralappropriateness of thesedesigns and will not assumeresponsibility for improperengineering, constructionand/or handling of anyconcept herein. Allmaterials, construction andassembly techniques mustcomply with the moststringent applicable fire,safety, and building codes.These drawings, designs,and concepts remain theintellectual property ofGES, and as such, may notbe used for any purposewithout the written consentof GES. Any unauthorizeduse is a violation of existingcopyright laws.NOTES: Please provide 13 paddedchairs, and18 manhassetType music stand. Please provide a safety kickrail on the rear of thetrombone riser. Please drape all risers onthree sides (four if audienceis seated behind orchestra)ChristianMcBrideBig BandC LEDGE OF STAGEStage Plot0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20(FT0Date: July 2010Scale: NoneWEB DOWNLOADED RIDERNOT FOR CONTRACTURAL USETed Kurland Associates617.254.0007