How to Survive and Succeed in the Music Industry

How to Survive and Succeed in the Music Industry
Author: Teri Saccone
Publisher: Straightforward co Ltd
Total Pages: 148
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781903909256

The first book to combine the various strands of a very complex business milieu and introduce the reader both to how the industry itself operates as well as the overall business environment that underpinds the industry. This will be an invaluable resource to budding musicians who are attempting to obtain a foothold in the music business.

How to Survive and Succeed as a Musician

How to Survive and Succeed as a Musician
Author: Joy A Simons Brown
Publisher: Balboa Press
Total Pages: 96
Release: 2022-09-21
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN:

‘How to Survive as a musician’ looks at musicians over the ages, how they are perceived and how the world responds to them. It discusses the impact of business on their existence and, from a personal viewpoint, shares many of the questions that arise along the journey. It highlights the challenges to the value of the musician’s creativity and the quality of his output as artificial intelligence attempts to drive people’s choices. This easy-to read handbook looks at the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic which impacted musicians in a huge way and identifies the lessons that ought to have been learned from the experience. Finally, it looks at new opportunities, and recommends paths of thought, attitude and action the musician could take to improve the quality of his life, and prepare him for future change, so that he can survive and prosper.

How to Become a Successful Artist

How to Become a Successful Artist
Author: Magnus Resch
Publisher: Phaidon
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2021
Genre: ART
ISBN: 9781838662424

The must-have business guide for visual artists, written by the leading specialist in the global art trade

The Business of Music Management

The Business of Music Management
Author: Tom Stein
Publisher: Business Expert Press
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2021-03-25
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1953349676

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.

Business Basics for Musicians

Business Basics for Musicians
Author: Bobby Borg
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2020-01-07
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1538134640

Today, when artists are empowered to take greater control of their careers and earnings, the need for musicians to understand the business of music has never been greater. In a digital age overflowing with confusing and ever-changing information, musicians need trusted business advice from a veteran artist who can break down the basics in language they understand. Written by a professional musician for other musicians, Business Basics for Musicians is the laypersons guide to the music industry. In this must-have manual, music industry veteran Bobby Borg presents vital info in a conversational tone and an easy-to-scan format regarding five vital areas that musicians need to succeed: Career Execution, Business Relationships, Pro Teams, Deals and Dollars, and Future Predictions. Everything from copyrights to record deals, to managers, to merchandising, to doing it yourself is covered. With pro interviews, anecdotes, and review quizzes, Business Basics for Musicians is the complete handbook from start to success. Updates for this edition: Changes in copyright laws Summary of the Music Modernization Act Updates on record, merch, publishing, and live performance deals New trends in sponsorships and partnerships with product brands New interviews with industry professionals, including managers, producers, and agents New stories paralleling current events and industry happenings Updated business resources, industry contacts, and URLs

I Am a Professional Artist

I Am a Professional Artist
Author: Gilli Moon
Publisher: Warrior Girl Music
Total Pages: 181
Release: 2002
Genre: Performing Arts
ISBN: 095799060X

A professional artist and motivational speaker offers artists who have chosen the professional path advice, encouragement, and some hard truths. (Careers/ Jobs)

How to Grow as a Musician

How to Grow as a Musician
Author: Sheila E. Anderson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2005-07-01
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1621531090

Professional musicians tell how they developed as artists, how they approach performance, and how they handle the business side of the business—offering solace and heartfelt inspiration along the way. How to Grow as a Musician is packed with candid advice on everything from overcoming failure to the art of writing a song to doing that all—important "ego check." It also covers such vital practical areas as the role of contracts, self—promotion, getting and keeping gigs, and managing money. A special self—evaluation lets readers assess whether they have what they need to succeed in the music business.

Akademie X

Akademie X
Author: Marina Abramovic
Publisher: Phaidon Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-02-19
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780714867366

Assembled from the wisdom of 36 legendary art teachers – all of them artists or critics at the top of their field – Akademie X: Lessons in Art + Life is an ideal curriculum for the aspiring artist. Each of the book’s "tutors" has provided a unique lesson that aims to provoke, inspire and stimulate the aspiring artist. These lessons cover some combination of the following: technical advice (e.g. don’t make a sculpture bigger than your studio door), assignments (some of which will take five minutes to complete, others five years), tips for avoiding creative ruts (including suggestions for mind‐expanding materials to read, watch or listen to), principles of careful looking (demonstrated with images of artworks, photographs, films or even billboard advertisements), advice on the daily practice of art (how to balance time alone in the studio with building an artistic community), career pointers (how to prepare for a studio visit from a curator or gallerist) and personal anecdotes (e.g. stories from the instructor’s own humble beginnings). Taken together, these lessons offer the reader a set of tools for thinking, seeing and living as an artist. Not only is Akademie X: Lessons in Art + Life the first illustrated text book of its kind for artists, but it will also appeal to anyone interested in contemporary art, providing first hand revelations into the philosophies and techniques of some of the world’s best artists and writers.

Making the Scene

Making the Scene
Author: Liam Sullivan
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 244
Release: 2012
Genre: Music
ISBN: 1617740896

Accompanied by historial references and interviews with a vast array of music professionals, this comprehensive guide for musicians and artists of all types looking to move to and make a name for themselves in Nashville provides a wealth of information on networking, the music scene and more. Original.

The Songwriter's Survival Guide to Success

The Songwriter's Survival Guide to Success
Author: Dude McLean
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2010
Genre: Music
ISBN: 9781423488859

In The Songwriter's Survival Guide to Success, industry veteran Dude McLean not only unveils the secrets of getting your songs pitched, published, and recorded, he also outlines a mind-set and path to help you navigate the fast-paced, chew-'em-up world of the modern music business, so that you can exchange surviving for thriving. With McLean's methods you'll be armed with all the tools necessary to properly promote your songs-from balancing the art and craft of songwriting to making the right moves after your first Gold record.