We've been in your shoes.
Podium Personnel was built by people who've actually managed musicians—and got tired of the chaos.
Our Story
We've sent the 2am “can anyone sub tomorrow?” texts. We've lost track of who's been paid. We've watched great musicians slip through the cracks because our “system” was a mess of spreadsheets and memory.
Enterprise orchestra software exists, but it costs tens of thousands and takes months to implement. Band booking apps exist, but they're built for rock bands and DJs, not chamber musicians and orchestras.
So we built Podium: modern, affordable, and designed specifically for the classical and acoustic world—string quartets, chamber ensembles, regional orchestras, and anyone who contracts musicians for performances.
Our Mission
Make musician management so simple that you can spend your time on music, not admin.
What We Believe
Musicians First
Every feature we build starts with one question: does this make life easier for musicians and the people who work with them?
Simple Over Complex
Enterprise software is powerful but overwhelming. We believe the best tools are the ones you can use without a manual.
Built by Musicians
We've been in your shoes—managing rosters, chasing payments, sending endless emails. We built what we wish existed.
Honest & Transparent
No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no dark patterns. We earn your trust by being straightforward about everything.
Our Journey
The Frustration
After one too many lost spreadsheets and payment mix-ups, we started sketching what better musician management could look like.
The First Version
Launched with a handful of beta users—string quartets and chamber groups who were willing to try something new.
Growing Pains
Expanded to regional orchestras. Built the musician portal based on feedback. Learned a lot about what actually matters.
The Platform
Thousands of musicians, hundreds of ensembles, and a platform that finally delivers on the original vision.
2,400+
Musicians
350+
Ensembles
15,000+
Gigs booked
98%
Customer retention
Built by Musicians, for Musicians
Our team combines decades of experience in classical music performance, arts administration, and software engineering.
Founder
CEO & Product
Technical
Engineering
Operations
Customer Success
Ready to join us?
Whether you're a quartet or a symphony, we'd love to help you spend less time on admin and more time on music.