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1Xtra Live: The Sessions

The tickets for all of these events are free but in some cases there is a small charge for postage. If you would like to attend click on each session link and register for tickets.

It is first come first served. These links will take you to external websites so please read the T&Cs and FAQs at each page as well as our T&Cs and FAQs.

How To Get Your Music Heard with DJ Target

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    Advice on how to get your music heard – and played on the radio – from DJ Target, 1Xtra Music Manager Austin Daboh, Sandy Cheema (Disturbing London) and radio plugger Matchstick. Venue: Spotlight, Rainbow Venues, Birmingham. Date & Times: Tuesday 11/11/14 1830-1930. Spaces available: 150

Tuned On: Making Money From Music with Punch

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    Music industry heavyweights (and 1Xtra presenters) Twin B and Sian Anderson break down the secret behind making money out of music. Have your burning questions answered and connect with industry professionals including Birmingham rapper C4, the P110 Media crew and Andre Hackett, Fuse ODG's Manager. Venue: The Studio, Cannon Row, Birmingham. Date & Times: Friday 14/11/14 1700-1900. Spaces available: 150

How To Work At The BBC with Twin B and Yasmin Evans

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    Come down to the BBC in Birmingham and find out what career opportunities are available for you. Includes a Q&A with 1Xtra Breakfast Show presenters Twin B & Yasmin Evans. Venue: BBC, The Mailbox, Birmingham. Date & Times: Monday 03/11/14 1730-2000. Spaces available: 60

BBC Future Talent Workshops

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    BBC Future Talent is your chance to create your own online drama interactive or comedy pilot. Sign up for these free workshops in Birmingham w/c 10th November to learn new skills and pick up exclusive tips. Featuring Yasmin Evans and the stars of People Just Do Nothing.

Scratchbeat Spoken Word with Trevor Nelson, Beatfreeks & MAIA Creatives

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    A platform for spoken word artists to share their work. Hosted by Trevor Nelson. Featuring the cream of the Birmingham spoken word scene including Unhindered Reign, alongside George The Poet. Venue : The Courtyard, Rainbow Venues, Birmingham. Date & Time: 23/10/14 1900-2100. Spaces available: 100

Hip Hop & Afrobeats Dance Workshop with Sticky Toffee

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    Learn Hip Hop and Afrobeat dance routines to a soundtrack provided by 1Xtra’s DJ Edu and Smooth Fuego. Lead by professional choreographers Sticky Toffee and George ‘Uncle TC’ Dukz. Venue: The Drum, Aston, Birmingham. Date & Times: Sunday 26/10/14 1200-1330 / 1400-1600. Spaces available: 90 per session

How To Make A Radio Show with Clara Amfo

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    Clara Amfo and her production team take you through the process of making a radio show. Then there’s a chance to jump in the studio and have a go. Venue: Birmingham City University. Date & Times : Wednesday 29/10/14 1300-1700. Spaces available: 5

Scratchbeat Singer Songwriters with Trevor Nelson, Beatfreeks & MAIA Creatives

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    A platform for singer songwriters to share their work. Hosted by Trevor Nelson. Featuring the cream of the Birmingham scene, including Affiejam alongside Jacob Banks and Becky Hill. Venue: The Courtyard, Rainbow Venues, Birmingham. Date & Times: Thursday 30/10/14 1900-2100. Spaces available: 100

Uprising presents Concrete Collective with MistaJam

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    Learn how to make a solid change in your community. The Concrete Collective Digital Activist Academy gives you the digital tools, skills and contacts to make a real difference. Venue: Think Tank, Millennium Point, Birmingham. Date & Times: Saturday 01/11/14 1000-1630. (Please note that 1Xtra Workshops are happening on Saturday only). Spaces available: 200

1Xtra Open Studios

MC 101 Workshop with Jamie Dred