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Tour Management 101 - With Danny Harvey

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What does a tour manager actually do?
And more importantly — how do you do it well?

In this 90-minute Masterclass, you’ll step inside the real-world systems that keep professional tours running smoothly. Designed for new artists preparing to tour and aspiring tour managers, this session breaks down the practical, behind-the-scenes work that separates organised, profitable tours from expensive disasters.

From advancing shows to settling at the end of the night, you’ll learn how to think like a tour manager — and operate like one.

The session will be held live online at 20:00 GMT.

What does a tour manager actually do?
And more importantly — how do you do it well?

In this 90-minute Masterclass, you’ll step inside the real-world systems that keep professional tours running smoothly. Designed for new artists preparing to tour and aspiring tour managers, this session breaks down the practical, behind-the-scenes work that separates organised, profitable tours from expensive disasters.

From advancing shows to settling at the end of the night, you’ll learn how to think like a tour manager — and operate like one.

The session will be held live online at 20:00 GMT.

What You’ll Learn

By the end of this session, you’ll be able to:

  • Advance a tour properly — communicate with venues, confirm logistics, and eliminate surprises.

  • Plan and budget with clarity — build realistic tour structures before you hit the road.

  • Report and account accurately — understand settlements, track spending, and close out professionally.

This is not theory. This is how tours actually work.

Inside the Class

1. Introduction
The real role of a tour manager — beyond the clichés.

2. Before the Tour: Budgeting
Building a workable financial plan that protects the band.

3. Before the Tour: Advancing
Confirming tech specs, hospitality, schedules, and expectations.

4. During the Tour: Accounting
Tracking income, expenses, settlements, and documentation.

5. During the Tour: Day-to-Day & Troubleshooting
Problem-solving in real time. When things go wrong (and they will).

6. After the Tour
Closing the loop, reporting, and setting up the next run for success.

Interactive Elements

  • ✔ Live Q&A

  • ✔ Real-world scenario task (including show settlement walkthrough)

You won’t just watch — you’ll apply what you learn.

Who This Is For

  • Aspiring Tour Managers looking for a professional foundation

  • New artists planning their first tour

  • Crew members wanting to step into larger roles

  • Bands wanting to understand what their TM actually does

If you’ve ever asked, “What does a tour manager really do?” — this class answers it clearly.

Why This Class?

There are plenty of YouTube videos about touring.

But this is different.

You get:

  • Direct access to an experienced professional

  • A structured breakdown of real tour systems

  • The opportunity to ask questions specific to your situation

  • An applied activity to test your understanding

This is about professional standards, not guesswork.

Meet Your Instructor - Danny Harvey

With over a decade of experience in Tour Management, Sound Engineering, and Management, Danny has worked with international acts including Beartooth, Silverstein,The Plot In You and Iprevail.

From advancing global tours to settling shows night after night, he has navigated the realities of life on the road at the highest level. Now, he shares the systems, strategies, and lessons that turn chaos into structure — helping emerging artists and future tour managers build sustainable careers in live music.

Follow Danny on Instagram: @dannylharvey

The Difference Between a Story and a Disaster

Tour Management 101 is the class every touring artist wishes they’d taken sooner.

Tour smarter, not harder.
Learn the real-world fundamentals behind every successful tour — and build your road map to life on the road.

Features Standard Premium Deluxe
Access to Tour Management 101 Webinar ✔ ✔ ✔
Worksheets Included — ✔ ✔
Daysheet Template — ✔ ✔
Road Report Template — ✔ ✔
Settlement Template — ✔ ✔
1:1 Mentoring Session with Danny — — ✔
Best For Artists wanting webinar access only Artists and aspiring tour managers wanting practical tools Those wanting tools plus personalised guidance

Deluxe Package – 1 to 1 Mentoring Sessions

As part of the Deluxe Package, exclusive 1 to 1 mentoring sessions are available on the following dates:

  • 23/04/26 – 19:00–22:00 GMT

  • 24/04/26 – 19:00–22:00 GMT

  • 13/05/26 – 19:00–22:00 GMT

  • 14/05/26 – 19:00–22:00 GMT

Each 30-minute session offers dedicated time to discuss your ideas, plans, or current work in relation to tour management and live event preparation.

These sessions are designed to provide direct feedback and practical guidance on areas such as:

  • Tour planning and organisation

  • Scheduling and logistics

  • Budgeting and resource management

  • Communication with venues, artists, and crew

  • Problem-solving for live events and touring situations

This is an opportunity to ask specific questions, explore professional approaches, and gain focused input that can help strengthen your understanding of how successful tours are managed in real-world settings.

Availability is limited and sessions will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.