{"id":3430,"date":"2019-08-01T08:06:36","date_gmt":"2019-08-01T08:06:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/?p=3430"},"modified":"2026-03-29T08:19:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T07:19:24","slug":"gig-heavens-guide-to-getting-international-gigs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminutemusicians.com\/blog\/gig-heavens-guide-to-getting-international-gigs\/","title":{"rendered":"Gig Heaven\u2019s guide to getting international gigs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
\n

With the launch of Last Minute Musicians\u2019 international sister-service Gig Heaven<\/a><\/em>, we thought it would be worth taking some time to introduce the site to you, and give you some top tips for finding international shows and performing abroad.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What is Gig Heaven?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

GigHeaven.com is the place to find everything you need for a wedding, party or event, anywhere in the world. Browse through the currently available services, or use menus at the top of the page to find the category you are looking for, then narrow down the listings by price and location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similarly to Last Minute Musicians, you can then visit each supplier\u2019s listing to view their promotional material; this could be anything from featured images and biographical material\/service descriptions, to high-quality video or audio recordings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can also view previous client’s reviews and testimonials, in order to ensure the quality of your suppliers’ services. No matter how unique your event is, use the Gig Heaven international entertainment directory<\/a> to find the very best photographers, services, caterers or entertainment near to you, anywhere in the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Screenshot<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

What kind of international gigs might you get booked for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

One of the great benefits of being a professional musician is the potential to travel the globe and perform in exotic locations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While this isn\u2019t always the case (and will always vary in its potential, depending on what kind of musician you are) if you\u2019re a serious professional musician, then there is a very real chance of securing some bookings overseas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first thing that is really important to remember is that, when you are booked for an overseas performance, you aren\u2019t going on holiday and must not treat it as such. This is a professional engagement, just like a show back home, and all of your usual duties must come first, no matter how exotic the location. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must respond professionally to each situation that arises. That said, performing abroad does offer some wonderful advantages, and there may well be opportunity for some sightseeing, between jobs, and perhaps even the opportunity to stay in luxury accommodation, expenses paid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"cruise<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to the specific opportunities available for performing abroad, there are all sorts of events that you could be booked for. While many aspiring original bands dream of the bright lights and flashy venues of a multi-date world tour, the reality is that it is entirely possible to plan an independent tour yourself, with either a moderate following or as support for other local acts. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some smaller European venues, cafes and bars will accommodate singer-songwriters looking for acoustic shows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to private bookings, it could be argued that even more opportunity exists! Some popular gigs are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n