What is
the Big Gig?

The BIG GIG is a live performance event that takes place at the end of every semester at iconic local venues. After months of rehearsal, students from our Cadets, Get Started, Core, and Adult Night Sessions programs perform the songs they’ve learned all semester in front of a live audience.

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660+ performances

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38 Gigs

🗓️
13 YEARS

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260+ bands

🎟️
12 venues

THE NEXT BIG GIG

at asbury lanes
209 4th Ave, Asbury Park, NJ

  • Friday, February 5th

  • Saturday, February 6th

  • Sunday, February 7th

  • Friday, February 12th

  • Saturday, February 13th

Submit your conflicts by 11/2

BIG GIG CONFLICT FORM

F.A.Q.

WHERE & WHEN IS THE NEXT GIG?

The next Gig will be 2/5, 2/6, 2/7, 2/12 & 2/13 at Asbury Lanes in Asbury Park!

DO I NEED TICKETS?

No, tickets are not required for this event.

WHEN SHOULD I SHOW UP?

Please arrive 45 minutes before your set time.

WHAT DO I DO WHEN I ARRIVE?

Check in with our staff at the sign-in table and grab your Performer Pass.

WILL THIS BE LIVE-STREAMED?

The show may be recorded and uploaded to our Youtube. It may or may not be live-streamed.

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Performer checklist

  • DRUMMERS

    Warm up off-stage (in the green room) on a quiet drum pad, have drumsticks/stick bag in hand (2 pairs of sticks recommended in case you drop one), earplugs, percussion, and anything else you need ready to go. Look at the drummer’s set up before you and make a mental note of what setup changes need to be made (seat height, cymbal heights/angles, snare height, toms). Make your own checklist.

  • BASSISTS

    Warm up off-stage, tune your bass off-stage in advance no more than 5 minutes before, have your guitar, strap, pedalboard, picks, earplugs, and anything else you need ready to go. Make your own checklist.

  • GUITARISTS

    Warm up off-stage, tune your guitar off-stage in advance no more than 5 minutes before, have your guitar, strap, pedalboard, capos, picks, earplugs, and anything else you need ready to go. Make your own checklist.

  • PIANISTS

    Lakehouse keyboard is provided, ear plugs, etc. If you wish to bring your own, let your teacher know. If so, remember to bring your keyboard, power adapter, and any cables required for your keyboard. Make your own checklist.

  • VOCALISTS

    Warm up your voice off-stage, have a bottle of water for the stage, earplugs, etc.

  • Need more tips?

    Check out all our Big Gig how-to’s here!