Imagine you are part of a band looking to perform at a restaurant or coffee shop near you. write a letter to the owner or manager that includes these things: the name of your band the style of music you play the type of venue your band would like to play at, and how the venue will benefit from your performance what instruments your band will be using to make the case for your band performing, you want to give the owner or manager an example of a musician or band that currently performs and draws crowds. pick a musician or band that plays the same style of music as your band. conduct research to find out when and where they have performed, and how many people came to see and hear the performance.