Download or read book How to Get Started Stay Safe and Operate Your Music Career written by Barry Victor and published by . This book was released on 2016-10-24 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to: Get Started, Stay Safe and Operate Your Music Career is a book that enables independent recording artists, songwriters and musicians to become well-informed decision makers in their music career. This book encourages independent artists to learn about the music industry and to be active participants in the business portion of their music career. The authors, Barry Victor Jr. and Kellan Patterson stress the importance of independent artist understanding the value of their creative works and taking the necessary steps to be in a position to monetize the consumption of their music. This book was created for the DIY type. This book serves as a launching point for independent artists who are interested in becoming more business savvy within the music industry. Once completing this book the reader will be able to follow along any topic of conversation that may take place in the music industry ranging from copyrights and trademarks to performance rights organizations. If you are an independent artist, manager or someone just interested in the music industry, this book is an easy introduction into the music business world.

Download or read book Russian Composers written by Elsa Z. Posell and published by Houghton Mifflin. This book was released on 1967 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gives a short history of music in Russia and briefly describes the lives and music of seventeen Russian composers, from Glinka to Shostakovich.

Download or read book Music Management for the Indie Artist written by John Macallister and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-06-25 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you struggling to get your music heard? Have you ever felt lost or directionless on how to manage your career? Inside "Music Management for the Indie Artist", you'll discover: How to gain a crystal-clear vision of your future in music. The single most important thing you can do to start getting calls from music managers. Why you need a business and marketing plan and how to write it. How to protect yourself from falling victim to unscrupulous managers. What music management is all about and why it pays to self-manage your career. Whether you just released your first song or are a seasoned musician ready to take your music career to the next level, this book is for you. You should already know how to manage your music career before you decide to get a manager. Because only then will you be perceived as desirable to work with. But the sad thing is... most artists have no clue when it comes to the most important aspects of managing a music career. Many artists think they just have to get their music heard to be successful. Believe it or not, that's really just the tip of the iceberg. If you believe you can carve out a successful music career all on your own - without any help, you are basically committing career suicide. You need to find others who have made it and follow in their footsteps. But if you don't know how to get (and deal) with a manager, you might find yourself getting ripped off. Simply put... Most indie artists don't have a real strategy for building a successful music career. Many struggle for years going nowhere, achieving nothing... and end up returning to (or staying stuck at) an unfulfilling day job barely earning enough money to support themselves and their family living a life of quiet desperation with their hopes and dreams crushed. It's a terrible thing to see! But we've got good news for you... You do not have to end up like most struggling artists because for the first time ever, we've together the ultimate roadmap to help you take control of your own music career. And guess what? It's going to help you look INFINITELY more attractive to any potential manager. This is a complete, step-by-step 228 page blueprint which contains a "treasure trove" of the best kept marketing & business secrets for indie musicians, artists and bands who want to start managing their music career like a pro, become a music phenomenon and attract a top music manager.

Download or read book Forever Employable written by Jeff Gothelf and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-15 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: After spending the first 10 years of his career climbing the corporate ladder, Jeff Gothelf decided to change his approach to staying employed. Instead of looking for jobs, they would find him. Jeff spent the next 15 years building his personal brand to become a recognized expert, consultant, author and public speaker. In this highly tactical, practical book, Jeff Gothelf shares the tips, tricks, techniques and learnings that helped him become Forever Employable. Using the timeline from his own career and anecdotes, stories and case studies from other successful recognized experts Jeff provides a step-by-step guide to building a foundation based on your current expertise ensuring that no matter what happens in your industry you'll remain Forever Employable. This handy guide to your career and professional development shows you how to create your own content, use it to build your expertise and credentials and then scale it to build a continuous stream of income, interaction and community. As organizations seek to reduce costs, automate tasks and increase efficiency, how do you ensure you don't end up outside of those plans? Forever Employable shows you how so that you're always ready for the next step in your career. Reduce your stress, build your community, monetize your platform -- that's being Forever Employable.

Download or read book Music Business Skills for Musicians Make Money from Music Discover the Music Industry and Explode Your Music Career written by Tommy Swindali and published by . This book was released on 2019-03-23 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If Your In The Music Business, Read On Today you need to view yourself through the new rules of the music industry. Those who play by them will succeed. Gone are the old days where you would hope to get signed and then become a star (i.e. everything would be done for you). Do you wonder why other artists are getting breaks and you are not? Making it in the music industry isn't about catching that big break anymore. Getting your career off the ground can be a long and scary task. In this cutting-edge book Tommy Swindali maps out everything you need to know and provides you with the tools necessary to get to where you want to be. The tools are yours to use, but only if you want it bad enough. Find out why you should run your music career like a business. Then allow me to simplify that process and walk you through all the steps that the professionals take. You don't want to be another tired and broke artist forced to get a job you hate. Do yourself a favor, whether you are an active or aspiring musician, or an aspiring music manager or agent - this book is perfect for you. In This Book You Will Discover: What to Look for When Making a Deal Understand The Importance of Streaming and Subscription Discover The New Rules of The Music Industry with "360 Degree" Deals Connect With The Right People Who Will Help You to The Next Level Multiply Your Income Forever With Music Licensing How to Get Signed and Have A&Rs Chasing You The Secrets to Using Funding Develop Your Brand and Make a Good First Impression Monetizing Your Music And Much, Much More So if you want to go somewhere big with your music and/or learn the music business, Click Add To Cart

Download or read book The Business of Music Management written by Tom Stein and published by Business Expert Press. This book was released on 2021-03-25 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers will gain vital and accurate knowledge about the music business, how musicians get paid, the legal framework for business, and will learn to recognize and leverage opportunities through overcoming the inevitable obstacles to success in a rapidly-changing industry. The author offers valuable insights into the niche readers might fill with their career, and discover their unique path to success. Readers will come away with a greater understanding of the scope and demands of the music and entertainment industry.

Download or read book Music Business Skills For Musicians Make Money from Music Discover The Music Industry and Explode Your Music Career written by Tommy Swindali and published by Tommy Swindali. This book was released on 2020-08-27 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If Your In The Music Business, Read This Today you need to view yourself through the new rules of the music industry. Those who play by them will succeed. Gone are the old days where you would hope to get signed and then become a star (i.e. everything would be done for you). Do you wonder why other artists are getting breaks and you are not? Making it in the music industry isn't about catching that big break anymore. Getting your career off the ground can be a long and scary task. In this cutting-edge book Tommy Swindali maps out everything you need to know and provides you with the tools necessary to get to where you want to be. The tools are yours to use, but only if you want it bad enough. Find out why you should run your music career like a business. Then allow me to simplify that process and walk you through all the steps that the professionals take. You don't want to be another tired and broke artist forced to get a job you hate. Do yourself a favor. Whether you are an active or aspiring musician, or an aspiring music manager or agent - this book is perfect for you. In this book you will discover: What to Look for When Making a Deal Understand The Importance of Streaming and Subscription Discover The New Rules of The Music Industry with "360 Degree" Deals Connect With The Right People Who Will Help You to The Next Level Multiply Your Income Forever With Music Licensing How to Get Signed and Have A&Rs Chasing You The Secrets to Using Funding Develop Your Brand and Make a Good First Impression Monetizing Your Music And Much, Much More So if you want to go somewhere big with your music and/or learn the music business Click Add To Cart

Download or read book Music Business For Dummies written by Loren Weisman and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-06-17 with total page 443 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Start your music career off right with this fun guide to the music industry Music Business For Dummies explains the ins and outs of the music industry for artists and business people just starting out. You'll learn how file-sharing, streaming, and iTunes have transformed the industry, and how to navigate your way through the new distribution models to capitalize on your work. It all begins with the right team, and this practical guide explains who you need to have on your side as you begin to grow and get more exposure. Coverage includes rehearsing, performing, recording, publishing, copyrights, royalties, and much more, giving you the information you need to start your career off smart. Music industry success has never been easy to achieve, and recent transformations and disruptions to the business side have made the whole idea even more daunting than before. This guide gives you a roadmap around the landmines, and provides expert advice for starting out on the right foot. Find the right players, agents, and business managers Make more money from your work with smart distribution Build your brand and get people talking about you Get gigs, go on tour, and keep on growing If music is your calling, you need to plan your career in a way that sets you up for success from the very beginning. Put the right people in place, get the most out of your investments, and learn how to work the crowd both virtually and in person. Music Business For Dummies is your companion on your journey to the music career you want.

Download or read book The Artist s Way written by Julia Cameron and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-03-04 with total page 295 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "With its gentle affirmations, inspirational quotes, fill-in-the-blank lists and tasks — write yourself a thank-you letter, describe yourself at 80, for example — The Artist’s Way proposes an egalitarian view of creativity: Everyone’s got it."—The New York Times "Morning Pages have become a household name, a shorthand for unlocking your creative potential"—Vogue Over four million copies sold! Since its first publication, The Artist's Way phenomena has inspired the genius of Elizabeth Gilbert and millions of readers to embark on a creative journey and find a deeper connection to process and purpose. Julia Cameron's novel approach guides readers in uncovering problems areas and pressure points that may be restricting their creative flow and offers techniques to free up any areas where they might be stuck, opening up opportunities for self-growth and self-discovery. The program begins with Cameron’s most vital tools for creative recovery – The Morning Pages, a daily writing ritual of three pages of stream-of-conscious, and The Artist Date, a dedicated block of time to nurture your inner artist. From there, she shares hundreds of exercises, activities, and prompts to help readers thoroughly explore each chapter. She also offers guidance on starting a “Creative Cluster” of fellow artists who will support you in your creative endeavors. A revolutionary program for personal renewal, The Artist's Way will help get you back on track, rediscover your passions, and take the steps you need to change your life.

Download or read book Beyond Talent written by Angela Myles Beeching and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2020-01-13 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Widely considered a classic, Beyond Talent is the "go to" guide for musicians. This newly revised and updated 3rd edition cracks the code of how to build a creatively fulfilling career in music. With key insights into the mindset issues that often plague musicians, veteran career coach AngelaMyles Beeching provides a wealth of strategies, examples, and real-world solutions. Step-by-step instructions detail how to design promotional materials, book performances, fund your projects, and cultivate a community of support so you can manage your career like a pro-without losing your soul. Andthis edition goes further: it unpacks how to deal head on with the typical "inner" challenges musicians face. From getting past perfectionism and fear, to sustaining motivation, finding your artistic voice, managing projects, time, and money, and setting achievable goals.With her straight-shooting, energizing approach, Beeching presents a wealth of practical solutions to help musicians take charge of their careers and get past the obstacles that have held them back. Whether you're an emerging artist or a mid-career professional, this edition offers the inspirationto transform your music career journey so you can get more of your best work out into the world and finally become the artist you are meant to be. Includes a free downloadable companion workbook.

Download or read book The Music Career You Don t Have Yet written by David Ruttenberg and published by . This book was released on 2018-04-12 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No matter where you are in your career--from unemployed beginner to seasoned professional--I can help you find the best jobs in the Music or Entertainment Industry right now.Maybe you have been unsuccessful getting a record label to sign you. It could be that no publishing company has licensed your songs. Perhaps you are not sure how to get a high-paying job instead of performing in seedy bars and clubs.Despite everything--I know I can help you.I will be happy to show you how to quit your job, become educated, and make money in the music business today. You can achieve happiness without having to work a second job at Starbucks or Uber.For nearly 40 years, I have had more than a dozen careers in the music and entertainment industries. Some of these jobs include:GRAMMY® ProducerAFM Recording Engineer/MixerBMI® Composer/Arranger/PublisherMusician/PerformerPublisher.com EntrepreneurVice President of SalesRegional Marketing ManagerAdvertising Sales ManagerTechnical and Legal ConsultantInstructorLecturerMentor, andAuthorIn my book, I give you the secrets that provides you with an advantage through education, strategy and networking. You also receive a Proven, 10-Step System that reveals numerous careers that enabled me to earn more than $15,000 each and every month. Year after year.And no, I did not come from a family of musicians or industry professionals. I also did not have any friends who were connected to the music or entertainment business.I simply had some great teachers and mentors who shared their secrets and strategies with me.And now, I want to do share the same with you.This is not a get-rich-quick system. It's proven and it works whether your a vocalist, musician, singer-songwriter, lyricist, band, or performer. It doesn't matter if you are a seasoned professional or just starting out. I have personally used these strategies and have been hired time and again in many different cities in the United States for many, many types of jobs and careers.If I can do it, you can too.You can count on me to:Show you how to match your talents and goals with secret jobs that few people know about.Give you a proven system to research the best jobs and salaries that meet your objectives.Guide you when meeting, interviewing and negotiating the best employment agreement available.Also show you how to improve your career and stature in the industry long after you secure the job you want.After you spend some time reading this book and following my proven strategies, I am confident you could have great success like me. BONUS OFFERS: Within the book, I provide a FREEBIES section that helps compliment the knowledge you'll obtain and increase your chances of success. For example, you can:Learn how to work directly with me as your put 10-Step System to work. Whether it is in my book, online, or in real-time, I am happy to mentor you to get the job and career you want.Find out about hidden job offers and career announcements that I post on a monthly basis.Enter to win a 1-hour free mentoring session with me. Learn when the next book in the MusiCareers.com's Employment Series becomes available.Participate in my social and professional networking website and meet other potential employers in the music and entertainment industries.So what are you waiting for? Grab your copy today.

Download or read book Starting Your Career as a Musician written by Neil Tortorella and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-04-04 with total page 227 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you dream about becoming a rock star or a sought-after talent playing local gigs, Starting Your Career as a Musician will guide you along the path to success. Author Neil Tortorella explores the myriad opportunities in music today and details proven strategies for seeking them out. He reveals the common pitfalls and traps that are often encountered and provides aspiring musicians with time-tested advice on how to avoid them. Jam-packed with the practical know-how you need for success in the music business, Starting Your Career as a Musician is brought to life and made easy-to grasp through the wisdom and experiences shared by numerous working musicians. While it won’t show you how to be a better musician, this indispensable guide will teach you how to make a living with your music, promote yourself or your band, get booked, and maximize additional revenue streams.

Download or read book Modern Music Business written by Ethan Anderson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2018-09-27 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Music business today isn't very different than it has ever been. The only thing that has changed is the technology we have access to. This step by step book will teach you every aspect of the music business so you can put your music skills to work for you. It's about building your musical brand, learning the proper way to use social media, building an audience, publishing and distributing your music, and much more. In this book, you will learn alternative ways to earn an income. These include, working from home, building libraries and working for hire. Modern music business is radically changing due technological advances and this is leaving some record companies behind. This is the era of underground DIY (do-it-yourself) musicians. Being a professional musician goes beyond musical talent. You must have a business mindset when conducting your career. Ethan Anderson has been a musician ever since he could walk. That was many years ago now, back in the days where one who wanted to market their music had to use physical CDs and cassette tapes. Ever since, he started collecting years of knowledge and experience, compiling it into a digestible format for a definitive guide to other musical artists. He knew that most musicians don't have the funding to start major marketing campaigns. This book is for the cliche "starving artists", the blue collar musician, and anyone looking for guidance in modern music business. Modern Music Business covers every detail of the current music professions. In this book you will find the tools to leverage and think critically about making money with music. You will be aware of new technologies and learn how to strategically reinvent and change how you will make money. Now is the best time to be an independent musician. Streaming services provide income for several musicians without fans having to purchase an album. It makes it 100% easier for fans to support you without worrying about being strapped for cash, or having a closet filled with tapes and CDs. Albums can be completely funded by a generous network of fans before the musician even begins on the project. Fans can instantly connect with the artists on their phone and the internet. Music Artists can produce studio quality recordings from their basement, or their phone from anywhere in the world. This book, Modern Music Business, is a vital blueprint for anyone planning to build a music career in a seemingly complex field of business known as the modern music industry. It's short, to the point, and cost-effective.

Download or read book Volume 1 Shifting Your Music Into A Career A Guide For Independent Artists To Be Full Time Artists written by Anthony Obas and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2019-03-29 with total page 47 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How do you shift your music into a career?! Very simple. By reading this book. This book gives self releasing artists insights and advice on how to turn their part-time music career into a full time career. This book takes on various case studies from mainstream artists, personal observations, and research from other music business writers and simplifies these into basic instructions on how to do music for a full time. The goal of these books is to gain more knowledge, but eventually pursue what artists love to do, which is make MUSIC.

Download or read book Break Into the Scene written by Seth Thomas Hanes and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-10-03 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Break into the Scene gets right to the point - a successful musician is more than a top-notch performer. Seth's book is an efficient, entertaining guide to all of the tools necessary to create your musical career." Paul Bryan, Dean of Students and Faculty at Curtis Institute of Music "Break into the Scene is a terrific, straight-talking, and down to earth guide for freelance success. Loaded with practical advice and examples, the book uncovers the mind traps and misperceptions that prevent musicians from succeeding-and Seth offers real-life solutions!" Angela Beeching, author of Beyond Talent "As someone who has struggled with an irrational fear of networking and gigging, I'm so relieved that Seth has taken on the impressive feat of dissecting the art of music freelancing into an inspiring set of mindsets, mantras, and steps that anyone can take. If you're interesting in freelancing as a musician, this book is the first place you should start." Rob Knopper, MET Orchestra percussionist and founder of auditionhacker About the book Are you passionate about music, but unsure how to turn it into a career? Are you stuck thinking there are such few options for musicians? Are you ready to start your career, but clueless what steps to take? Having a career you love is everyone's goal, but getting a career started as a musician can be challenging. Whether your dream is to become a full-time musician, teacher, or you just want to earn a little extra money on the side, this book will help you get there. Seth shares how he went from broke valet driver to successful freelance musician and contractor. Through real-life stories, humor, and actionable tips, he shows the way for anyone looking to break into the music scene. In this book, you will learn: How to create your own opportunities How to break the mental barriers that are holding you back How to building an amazing network of connections How to find mentors How to effectively reach out to anyone (plus exact scripts you can use) Your dream career is waiting for you. If you are ready to take the first steps to launch your music career, then this book is for you.

Download or read book Songwriters Music Publishing written by David J Spangenberg (Professor Pooch) and published by . This book was released on 2019-11-06 with total page 122 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Developed & taught for a Major Art Institute, by the Author. Updated for the 2020s. Includes Complete, Step-by-step OnLine Copyright Registration Procedure This course shows you how to become a Successful... Songwriter, Artist-Songwriter, Producer-Songwriter, and/or Publisher Step by Step, in Simple, Easy-to-understand "People Talk," Including How to Negotiate Songwriter/Publisher Contracts... If you wish to become a successful Songwriter [the Creative end], you should know how the Music Business operates and the correct steps to take, in the right order, to achieve that success, including possibly, the right Publisher [including yourself] to help you on your way. Likewise, if you wish to become a successful Music Publisher [the Business end], you must choose the "right" Songs and Songwriters [including yourself], and know what steps to take for you to successfully help yourself move up the "Road to Success". Simply put, the left hand must know what the right hand is doing [or should be doing] and each must know and understand the Music Business plus everything they can about the other side, if they wish to become successful on their side. Both "jobs" are very important, even if you're a Songwriter who is or wants to be their own Publisher. Upon completion of this course... 1. As a Songwriter, or Singer/Songwriter you will know how to write a marketable song that someone will wish to "buy". 2. As a Music Publisher, Artist, or other producer of musical material, you will know what to look for in a creative and marketable song. 3. You will be able to protect (Copyright) your musical material correctly and safely. 4. As a Songwriter, Singer/Songwriter, Artist or Music Publisher, you will be able to record your musical material, both demos and masters, correctly & cost-effectively. 5. You will be able to choose the "correct" people to aid you in the recording process, if/when needed, (including Musicians, Singers, Engineers, Sound Designers, Arrangers and Producers, ) and be able to deal with them financially, contractually, and personally. 6. You will be able to choose the correct Recording Studio for your needs and know how to deal with them, financially and otherwise. 7. You will know who will be interested in hearing your songs and be able to place your musical material in "the right hands" either personally, or through an "Agent". 8. You will be able to read, understand and negotiate the important points of Songwriter/Music Publisher Contractual Agreements. 9. You will know what Music Publishing Companies do, how they "operate", and how Songwriters and Publishers make money. 10. You will be able to start and run Your own Music Publishing Company - the easy way. by David J. Spangenberg [aka Professor Pooch] Music Business Career Guidance Educator/Author, Consultant, Mediator Entertainment Contract Specialist

Download or read book The Essential Guide to Music Entrepreneurship written by David Wiebe and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-04 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is a music entrepreneur? Everyone knows what a musician is. Everyone knows what an entrepreneur is. But when you combine the two, you get a whole new category altogether - music entrepreneurship. This book explores, in detail, what it means to be a musicpreneur. In today's music industry, it's more important than ever for musicians to see themselves as small business owners and not just artists. If there's something you want to accomplish with your music, and you're serious about it, you can't wait to be chosen, you need to choose yourself. Waiting to be discovered is a long shot. Taking charge of your career and creating opportunity for yourself is the way forward. This book covers: what it means to be a music entrepreneur, whether anyone can be a music entrepreneur, why you would want to become a music entrepreneur, the mindset of an entrepreneur, the connection between creativity and business, the necessity of music entrepreneurship, starting businesses, investing and acquiring businesses, and more. Author David Andrew Wiebe also shares what he believes should be covered in every course claiming to be for music entrepreneurs. This handy guide is for you if you've ever wondered how to take control of your music career.