Hosting an Evening with Terry McIntosh

What Is a House Concert?

An intimate concert experience—right in your living room.

It’s less like background music and more like a private show where people gather to listen closely, connect, and share something special together. 

Hosting a house concert isn’t about throwing a party… it’s about creating a moment.

Why People Love Hosting

• It creates a memorable night friends talk about long after it ends.
• You get to support independent music in a personal, meaningful way.
• Your home becomes a space where people slow down, listen, and experience the music together.
• It’s simple, low-stress, and completely handled by the artist.

What Hosting Looks Like

• You invite friends who enjoy acoustic, singer-songwriter, and listening-room style music.
• Guests listen during the performance (not background chatter).
• You provide the space; Terry provides the music, sound, lighting, and flow of the night.

The Best Audiences

• These evenings work especially well for people who love singer-songwriter music, indie acoustic artists, and concerts where the audience is part of the experience.

Space & Setup

• Living room, finished basement, or open space works great.
• Ideal audience size: 15–40 people.
• Chairs arranged toward the performance area.
• One nearby power outlet.

The Evening Flow

• Guests arrive, settle in, and mingle (20–30 minutes).
• Short welcome from the host.
• 75-90 minute performance.
• Time to visit, chat, and connect afterward.

Financial Model (No Cost to Host)

• There is no cost to the host. House concerts are donation-based. 
• A suggested contribution is typically $20–$25 per person. 
• Guests give what they can, and no one is turned away. 
• The host is never financially responsible if turnout is lower than expected.

What Terry Provides

• Sound system sized for your room.
• Simple, tasteful lighting.
• Setlist pacing and donation reminders.
• Merch table with music and other items available after the performance.
• Professional setup and clean breakdown.

These evenings are designed for people who still believe music is best experienced together.