Rehearsal Space

With the recent closing of one of Gainesville’s most prominent rehearsal spaces, the need for space for bands to practice is greater than ever.

MusicGNV, as well as other music organizations and individuals, are looking for sustainable solutions to the problem, because if there are no places to rehearse, there are no bands in Gainesville. No bands means no music.

While larger plans are being worked on, we have partnered with three downtown venues to create an innovative community-centered solution to quickly help alleviate the rehearsal space crisis, if even in a small way.

We have partnered with The Bull, the Civic Media Center, and How Bazar to turn those venues into rehearsal spaces during times that they are normally closed. Together, we have identified six weekly slots that we will be making available to bands.

The Details

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The following slots will be made available (these times include load in/out):

  • The Bull Saturday morning 10AM-2PM

  • The Bull Sunday afternoon 12-4PM

  • How Bazar Monday evening 7-11PM

  • How Bazar Wednesday morning 9AM-1PM

  • Civic Media Center Thursday 2-6PM

  • Civic Media Center Sunday 6-10PM

The intention is that you will get a certain time and rehearse during that timeframe each week. Preference will be given to bands who plan to use the space weekly, but if you are interested in using the space every other week, you will still be considered.

Rehearsal time will be made available at $20 per hour, non-refundable. You will be charged on a recurring basis at the beginning of each month for the entire month.
For liability reasons, a venue employee will be present during rehearsal.

Interested bands must apply using the form below. All applications will be reviewed by the venues and we will reach out to artists as soon as possible.

You must bring your equipment with you and take it when you’re done. None of these venues have storage space. If the venue has in-house instruments (like The Bull), you can use them.

If you have any questions, please reach out at musicgnv@gmail.com.

Please note: The venues may have other available times for rehearsal a la carte. You will need to reach out to the venue to coordinate this.


Other Options

Little Wing Studios is Gainesville's First Full Service Rehearsal Studio. They feature a fully equipped air conditioned room with full PA and backline & production offices, as well as a sound studio. We highly recommend that you check them out!

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