HomeMy WebLinkAbout05. NRO _ CRC 2019 Event Recap No SurveyEvent Recap: National Repertory Orchestra Free Family Concert
Cultural, Recreational & Community Category
August 7, 2019
Free Family Concert: June 26, 2019
Åsa Armstrong
Phone: 970-453-5825
asa@nromusic.org
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Overall Event Highlights & Successes
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•53% of those asked came to Vail specifically for this event
•67% were first time attendees
•100% said they were likely to return next year
•40% were spending 2 or more nights in Vail, with 20%
spending over 7 nights
Estimated Attendance Results
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•Estimated attendance: 200
•NRO administrative fellows
counted attendees in
amphitheater and on lawn
•53% of those surveyed came to Vail
specifically for this event
•7% came partly for this event
•33% of those surveyed attended the
event last year
Estimated Attendee Profile Results
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•Attendees came from
•Colorado: 60% of those surveyed
•Eagle County: 33% of those surveyed
•Out of state: 40% of those surveyed
Estimated Spending Results
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•Estimated average spending per person:
•Dining:
•34% of those surveyed estimated $1-$500
•40% estimated over $500
•Shopping:
•27% of those surveyed estimated $1-$500
•27% estimated over $500
•Lodging:
•33% of those surveyed estimated over $500
•Total average spending per person surveyed: $1,000
•Town of Vail spending the event/program generated is estimated to
be between $5,610-12,900
NPS (Net Promoter Score)
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We were not able to collect data on NPS, however we asked attendees how likely
they were to return to the event.
•On a scale of 1 – 5, with 1 being not likely and 5 being very likely to return
to the event:
•87% of those asked answered 5
•13% answered 4.
Event Strengths & Weaknesses
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•How did the event exceed expectations?
•Those families we spoke with were extremely pleased with the
interactive activities (petting zoo, instrument wheel) provided by NRO
and Bravo! Vail.
•Children in the audience were captivated by the concert and excited
to participate.
•100% of those surveyed said they were likely to return
•What are areas for event improvement?
•Securing more dollars and expanding budget for additional targeted
marketing.
Event Strengths & Weaknesses Cont'd
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•How did this year’s event compare to last year?
•This year the musicians and staff created the entire program for the
Free Family Concerts, developing an interactive fanfare and involving
musicians as hosts, compared to previous years where we brought in
guest artists to lead the concert.
•This created a unique concert experience, that will only ever
happen at our 2019 Free Family Festival Concerts.
•The musicians played a central role in the concert, leading
activities and speaking about various instruments and musical
techniques.
Vail Brand Compatibility
The Premier International Mountain Resort Community
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•How did the event /program support the Vail Brand?
•We support the mission and vision of Vail's Town Council as we provide
cultural and educational opportunities to create vibrant communities through
the universal language of music.
•The town of Vail is associated with excellent and high quality experiences. The
NRO provided a high-quality concert enjoyed by locals and visitors of all ages.
•The NRO is one of the top music festivals in the world. The 89 musicians who
make up our orchestra are the best and brightest from across the country and
abroad.
Brand Positioning:
•Town of Vail: The Premier International Mountain Resort Community
•Vail Mountain: Like nothing on earth
Community Contribution
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•How did the event impact Vail’s sense of community?
•A composer wrote a fanfare just for this concert, which
was personalized about Vail, inspiring a sense of community in
the audience.
•The audience members were asked to contribute what they
loved most about Vail, and children were excited to participate–
running to the microphone.
The lyrics that the audience helped come up with:
•Vail our home, we love mountains and the snow. We enjoy
biking and skiing. Our hearts and minds are happy and
excited. We are Vail.
Topline Marketing Efforts
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•Consistent messaging shared in print collateral
•Brochure – 5,000+ along I-70 Mountain Corridor and Front Range
•Season Program – 10,250 relayed to patrons and supporters
•Online Marketing
•NRO Newsletter – shared weekly during season to subscriber base of 6,808 persons.
•NRO Website and third-party platforms
•Social Media (FaceBook and Instagram stories with collective reach of over 4,600
persons. 54% of responders between the ages of 35 and 44)
•Performed on-site surveys to track 2019 efforts, guest satisfaction and to prepare targeted
marketing plan for 2020
•Please attach complete marketing plan to end of presentation.
Potential for Growth & Sponsorships/Media Exposure
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•How do you see the event evolving next year?
•The musicians, staff and guest artists will develop a new, creative and engaging
performance for next year.
•We are always seeking to increase the level of interactivity, and provide the most
engaging concert experience possible.
•What sponsors do you plan to target next year?
•Bravo Vail! , Alpine Bank, Town of Vail
•How will you leverage media exposure and extend the marketing reach next year?
•There was a great amount of coverage and exposure at this year's
event, which we will utilize next year to promote the event,
especially the videos created by Bravo! Vail.
Sustainability Efforts
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•What measures were taken at your event/program to support the environmentally-
friendly goals of the Town of Vail?
•We encouraged the use of bicycles, buses, shuttles, carpools, walking or
public transit to the event. Recycling was required in all areas of the event.
•What waste reduction methods were used during your event/program?
•NRO always encourages the use of reusable water bottles, waste and recycling
bins. Large program books were not handed out, only double sided activity
sheets which saved paper and printing costs.
•How could you improve on sustainability efforts for next year’s event?
•Encourage carpooling from other towns, and promote recycling of
activity sheets or any materials handed out at concert
Event Budget
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* Event producer to attach detailed budget for recap
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Total Event Budget: $21,522
CSE Funds: $1,000
Cash Sponsorship (not CSE): $15,000
In-kind Sponsorship: $3,115
Marketing Budget: $3,000
Profit & Loss: -$5,522
How did you use the CSE funds?
(marketing, operations, staff, venue, etc.)
For marketing and
instrument and
equipment
transportation
Detailed Budget – 2019 Vail Free Family Concert
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Projected Expenses
Guest Conductor/Instructor $6,500
Airfare $1,500
Shuttle $500
Hotel $1,000
Buses $3,700
Moving Truck $550
Stage Hands $190
Additional cars $200
Food and Beverage $1,030
Music Rental $1,000
Staff $1,000
Musician Lodging $1,352
Marketing/Printing $3,000
TOTAL $21,522
Projected Revenue
Bravo! Vail $15,000
Town of Vail $1,000
TOTAL $16,000
Appendix: NRO Event Marketing Plan
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April
Identify target audience and major markets
Secure title pages and program write-up
Determine consistent messaging for content marketing – develop press release and submit to publications
Brochure listing
Add to NRO website and online calendars
May
Program installation with description and guest conductor profile
Create FB event
Produce additional print collateral with event mention
Content marketing plug for Jason Seber – submit to publications and media, (include Krystal 93 and KCME)
Listing for Everything Summit
June
Create survey
Review photography capture with NRO Fellow
Social Promotions – Insta and FB
On-air interviews with Krystal 93
July
Market analysis with survey results
Finalize data for NRO Impact Report