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Musicians' Co-Op Now Open in Baton Rouge
A new resource center for Baton Rouge's creative community opened this week, offering technology access, training, tech support, production assistance and other services. Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op, located at 2600 Government Street in the Mid-City neighborhood, is part of a statewide network of Music Co-Ops operated by the non-profit Tipitina's Foundation. An economic development and job skills training program, Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op was first established in 2003 in New Orleans and also operates in Shreveport and Alexandria. The project is funded in part by the State of Louisiana, through the Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism. The Baton Rouge Co-Op is co-sponsored by the Penfield Foundation and the Baton Rouge Area Foundation. A 2007 economic impact study shows Co-Op members reporting substantial year-to-year increases in their music or media income, which are directly attributed to participation in the Co-Op. Reported income gains range from 30% pre-Katrina to around 9% post-Katrina. "Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op has a simple, persuasive offer," says Todd Souvignier, Co-Op coordinator for Tipitina's Foundation. "If you could give yourself a raise, and do so by having better tools, some help with the tools, a pleasant and fully-equipped place to work, plus interaction with others who are engaged in the same pursuits, would you give it a shot? More than twelve hundred Louisiana cultural workers have already said 'yes' to that proposition, and make use of the Co-Op." Co-Op members have access to Windows PCs with Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, Macintosh computers with Pro Tools, Final Cut Pro, Garageband and Reason, high-speed Internet, plus phones, fax, scanners, printers, and other office equipment. In addition the Co-Op provides an array of educational and training resources, access to pro bono legal services, and referrals to a host of other services, programs and opportunities. Although geared for adults, Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op welcomes professional and aspiring musicians and artists of all ages. Active members pay a $10 membership fee each month that they use the Co-Op. The Baton Rouge Co-Op is managed by Lori Finta, a local documentary film maker and video editor. Hours are 11AM to 7PM Monday through Friday, or by appointment. Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op/Baton Rouge 
SHREVEPORT: Band Rehearsal Spaces, Less Than $100/Month
Tipitina's Music Office Co-Op/Shreveport offers monthly rental of band rehearsal spaces in 2008. Fifteen spaces will be available initially, from 108 to 740 square feet, at $0.90 (ninety cents) per square foot. Selection is limited, RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOW. Contact Dan Garner, Shreveport Co-Op Manager or stop by in person at 700 Texas Street, Tuesday through Saturday 11AM to 7PM. [12-13-2007]About the Music Office Co-OpsTipitina's Music Office Co-Ops provide fully-equipped work space for musicians and other digital media professionals. For those who can't afford, or don't otherwise have access to them, the Co-Ops offer:
· Fast Windows XP computers Plus on-site technical support, volunteer production assistance, access to our network of music business professionals, and an ever-growing library of specialized information resources. Read more about our services >>  Locations and Hours
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"The Musicians' Clinic and the Music Office Co-Op are the best things that have happened to the local music community in a decade"
"The Music Office Co-Op has done exactly as they promised they would do and local artists will be the better for it."
"The Music Office Co-Op is a big hit with musicians"
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