The Fusion Cafe is an all-ages music and performance venue designed to provide a safe, accessible space for youth to hear music. We host 2-3 shows per month, featuring established local, regional and national bands as well as up-and-coming youth bands.



Were back to using the blog! Goodbye myspace!
Sunday, December 12, 2010

From here you'll be able to check out the up coming shows and other exciting news! Thanks for your continuing support of the Fusion Cafe and the YMCA!

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DOUBLE FEATURE: October 18th and 19th 7pm $5
Monday, October 15, 2007

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Welcome NEW Fusion Cafe Talent Bookers!!!
Monday, July 30, 2007


Keith has been involved in Seattle's all ages music scene for several years now and loves going to, playing and booking shows. Besides music he spends much of his time in the hiking, reading, riding bikes and also enjoys an occasional game of kickball.



I'm Ben, i'm 15, i go the northwest school.
I play guitar/bass/keys/vox/almost anything, i need committed musicians.
my favourite bands are the pharmacy, holy ghost revival, the trashies, cap'n jazz, jawbreaker, joey casio
i love most music





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Getting Here
Wednesday, April 04, 2007

Fusion Cafe is located at the Downtown Seattle YMCA on the corner of 4th and Marion


Wanna help the environment? Find Your Bus Route

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So You Wanna Help Out

Sound Technician
Time Committment: 6 hours, 1-3 times per month
GENERAL FUNCTION
To support the Fusion Café by learning mixing techniques from experienced sound technicians, as well as providing equipment check-ups that help maintain and sustain equipment used for Fusion Café performances. On show nights, you’ll be in charge on running sound equipment including PA system, mixing board, compressors, and mics.


PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES
1. Perform equipment maintenance check-ups on a bi-monthly basis
2. Handle sound setup for shows including micing vocals and instruments, handling performers equipment requests, and overseeing equipment throughout entire show.

QUALIFICATIONS
Interest in sound technology and equipment use

BENEFITS
The opportunity to be a sound engineer for a venue 100% for teens by teens. The opportunity to gain skills and explore your personal interests; develop new friendships; learn, grow and have fun! The opportunity to volunteer with a highly respected non-profit organization with a proud history of more than 125 years.


Other positions available:

Street Team Personnel- 3 to 5 hours per week. Have fun promoting bands, concerts, and record labels by passing out handbills, putting up fliers, sending out emails, and talking to friend.

Event Operation Personnel- 3 to 5 hours per show. Have fun learning how to operate a music event. Tasks include: cleaning, security, set up, tear down, running door, and concessions.


To apply for a position send a letter of interest and resume to: fusioncafemusic@gmail.com with "volunteer" in the subject line

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I'm With The Band

Interested In Booking a Show?:
Please send a demo, press package, or any other relevant materials to the address below. Got a myspace page? We'll take that too! Just email the link to fusioncafemusic@gmail. Preferably at least 2 months before you might want to play. We won't consider any bands that don't or can't give us samples of their music to hear.
It's also important to note that due to our limited finances, we can't afford to book everyone who inquires about playing here. We are a volunteer organization so be patient if we don't get back to you right away. We keep a journal of your music and information and we will respond when we have an appropriate line-up. DISCLAIMER: The previous sentence was stolen from the web page of The Vera Project, who we think may have stolen the sentence from KEXP. But we don't know.

Venue Name:
Fusion Cafe
Venue Address:
909 4th Ave Seattle, WA 98104
Venue Phone:
206.382.5000x2344
Number of Shows Per Month:
Usually 2 to 4. We don't want to burn ourselves or our lovely audiences out.
Things we aren't into:
Violence, racism, sexism, homophobia, fascism, totalitarianism, on-stage animal sacrifice (real or simulated), drugs, etc.
Booking Contact:
Tara
Booking Email:fusioncafemusic@gmail.com
Age-Restriction:
All-ages.
Ticket Pricing:
We try to keep them low. Most shows are $5.

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