Music-Business Aspects

For entrepreneurs in the creative fields, decision making is both a necessity and an art. Applying creativity to strategic decisions requires skills developed over time. This textbook provides arts entrepreneurship students a series of case studies centering on decision-making models applicable to launching and...

The Music Business for Music Creators is a roadmap to understanding the traditional and emerging income streams that define the modern music industry. It presents the key concepts and principles that underpin the business, with an emphasis on educating and empowering the next generation...

Sound Foundations offers a holistic and personalized introduction to music technology, songwriting, and entrepreneurship. With a wide variety of prompts, activities, written exercises, and idea-generating sections, this workbook provides quick and accessible entry points into different topics and concepts that form the bedrock of...

Sound Foundations offers a holistic and personalized introduction to music technology, songwriting, and entrepreneurship. With a wide variety of prompts, activities, written exercises, and idea-generating sections, this workbook provides quick and accessible entry points into different topics and concepts that form the bedrock of...

(Book). Music publishing is one of the most complex parts of the music business, and yet it can be the most lucrative area of income for musicians. Expert and industry veteran Randall Wixen presents a clear, concise approach on how music publishing works today....

Innovation in Music: Cultures and Contexts is a groundbreaking collection, bringing together contributions from instructors, researchers and professionals. Split into two sections, covering creative production practices and national/international perspectives, this volume offers truly global outlooks on ever-evolving practices.Author: Jan-Olof Gull?ISBN-10: 1032611162ISBN-13: 9781032611167Publisher: Focal PressLanguage:...

Night Train to Nashville: Music City Rhythm & Blues Revisited is the companion book to the twentieth anniversary reprise of a special exhibition examining a vibrant, little-known chapter in the history of Music City USA. Together, the exhibition at the Country Music Hall of...

American Popular Music and Its Business in the Digital Age: 1985-2020 by Rick Sanjek is the sequel to his father Russell Sanjek's American Popular Music and Its Business: the First 400 Years. This book offers a detailed and objective history of the popular music...

"Fred Goodman makes this world come alive, and any fan of rock or insider tales of the music industry will be in heaven reading about this fascinating, troubling character." -- Judd Apatow, Omnivoracious "Writing about contracts, percentages, and deals can be tedious, but Goodman...

Visionary director Yuval Sharon has been celebrated as one of the world's most innovative opera impresarios, yet he has never adhered to traditional form, observing that most operas "suffer the dull edge of routine in unimaginative and woefully under-rehearsed productions." Sharon seeks to disrupt...

The Original Manager of Queen and founder of Trident Studios, London, breaks his silence for the first time in an explosive autobiography about how Queen were discovered and what really went on behind the studio doors with Queen, The Beatles, Bowie, Elton John and...

(Berklee Guide). Use music to improve your wellbeing. Has music ever made you smile, cry, maybe even fall in love? Learn the many ways that music affects your mind, body, and spirit, and can enhance your wellbeing. Dr. Suzanne Hanser reveals how music creates...

If you're an independent artist, songwriter or music producer, you know how important it is to protect and monetize your music. But with so many different organizations and systems in place, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. The Songwriter's Guide to...

My Memories of John Hartford is a memoir about author Bob Carlin's years working alongside singer, songwriter, banjoist, and fiddler John Hartford (1937-2001). Throughout his short life, Hartford was a hit tunesmith, festival headliner, and godfather of newgrass music. He also made contributions to...

THIS IS NOT A TYPICAL CHRISTIAN BOOK. IT'S A HOW-TO BOOK. KABIR " BIR WITNESS" JAMAL GIVES A SHORT PEEK AT HIS LIFE AND THEN IT'S REALLY MORE OF A HOW-TO OF MAKING A CAREER IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.His personal point of reference is...

HOW THEY MADE IT - TRUE STORIES OF HOW MUSIC'S BIGGEST STARS WENT FROM START TO STARDOMAuthor: Dan KimpelISBN-10: 0634076426ISBN-13: 9780634076428Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing CorporationLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/01/2006Pages: 210Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.73lbsSize: 9.04h x 6.72w x 0.52d

The Island Book of Records brings the early years of this iconic record label to life. A fifteen-year labour of love, the volumes will fully document the analogue era of Island. Offering a comprehensive archive of album cover design and photography, together with the...

USA TODAY Bestseller YouTube sensation Andrew Huang offers practical tips and hard-won advice for creatives seeking financial stability while staying authentic. How does a musician with acute hearing loss, a refusal to perform live, and no industry connections carve a path to millions of...

"The greatest book ever written on British independent music" - Guardian"One of the best British music books of the last ten years" - MojoOut of print for many years and regarded as one of the greatest music books ever written, The Creation Records Story:...

(Berklee Guide). Berklee's Songwriter's Workshop series of books has been used at the heart of the Berklee songwriting curriculum for decades, studied by thousands of emerging songwriters who have gone on to have their songs performed by artists such as Adele, Justin Bieber, Selena...

This book is a collection of articles focused on online music marketing for the average independent musician as well as other entities involved in the DIY music business. We share our experiences, insights, and best tips for using the web and social media to...

A Career in Music: the other 12 step program (Second Canadian Edition) "If you're hoping to make a career out of music, this book could be the difference between getting it right and flaming out." Alan Cross (Broadcaster and Host of The Ongoing History...

Although the surface thread is autobiographical, "Local DJ" is much more an interwoven narrative on Rock n Roll culture from the late 50 s through present times. Perspective is subjectively recounted by one who was both involved with and influential upon the music over...

A PECULIAR gap exists between the accepted theoretical basis of instruction in singing and the actual methods of vocal teachers. Judging by the number of scientific treatises on the voice, the academic observer would be led to believe that a coherent Science of Voice...

(Essential Elements Choir). Includes lesson plans, activities and reproducible student pages for music theory, history, listening, assessment, cross-cultural activities and more and is compatible with any volume or level of EE for Choir. The professional Listening CD included is the kit is designed for...

The only book that looks at the business of concert promotion. Concerts are part art, part party--and a big part business. This Business of Concert Promotion and Touring is the first to focus on that all-important business aspect, from creating a show, to selling...

How to Swing in Musical Theatre shines a light on the most universal techniques used by cast members who, in response to absence, can perform multiple roles across an ensemble. This entertaining guide can be used not only to build a step-by-step understanding of...

Read the true story of Universal Music Russia's first CEO and his quest to bring Western popular music to post-Soviet Russia in an account that Publishers Weekly calls "an exciting and colorful look at a dynamic period in Russia's cultural history."When the Soviet Union...

The bestselling updated & expanded second edition now available in paperback at 36% off of its $19.95 cover price. "This book offers insights to help you pursue your dreams with your eyes wide open. Success in Hollywood takes great patience and determination. Knowing this...

This is the ultimate layperson's handbook to the current music industry. The third edition is fully updated and includes new insights into AI, NFTs, and the metaverse; music royalties; DIY strategies; major-label record, publishing, and merchandising deals; and more. It provides fresh case studies...

How do digital technologies transform music? The answer depends on the lens of one's analysis: creation, promotion, or the experience of the listener. How Music Changed YouTubeshows that the reverse question - How does music transform digital technologies? - is also worth exploring: through...

Whether you're writing, recording, or distributing music, you need solid information to make the right legal and business choices. Music Law is the all-in-one guide you need. Written by musician and lawyer Rich Stim, it explains everything you need to: - use samples and...

Introducing the business models, organisational structures, fundamentals of orchestras, this book takes readers on a journey through the evolution of orchestra management.Author: Salvino A. SalvaggioISBN-10: 1032626011ISBN-13: 9781032626017Publisher: RoutledgeLanguage: EnglishPublished: 12/15/2023Pages: 358Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.42lbsSize: 9.69h x 6.85w x 0.81d

The Insider's Guide to Making Money in the Music Business is the industry bible and the ultimate guide to making money in the music business.Music is a business of money, contracts, decisions and making the most of every opportunity. To succeed--to make money--to have...

If you're an independent musician who wants to know how take your band on an up-and-coming tour, and not come home broke we might add, then this guide is for you. It is so simple to just do it yourself, promoting your band along...

An in-depth account of the Black locals within the American Federation of Musicians In the 1910s and 1920s, Black musicians organized more than fifty independent locals within the American Federation of Musicians (AFM) in an attempt to control audition criteria, set competitive wages, and...

"Music Royalty Collection Guide" is an essential resource for individuals in the music industry seeking to understand the complexities of music royalty collection in the digital era. The book offers a comprehensive look at the various types of royalties, including mechanical, performance, synchronization, and...

How To Run an Indie Label tells you everything you need to know about how to be a creative force.Music is like no other business. It's about being at the right place at the right time, following your nose and diving in feet first....

A new book about the ways to earn money as a musician that are not just playing gigs, recording and selling your music, or teaching private lessons. Get your copy today (Please note: this book contains some adult language.)Author: Tommy GordonISBN-10: 1547111585ISBN-13: 9781547111589Publisher: Createspace...

Author: Barry KernfeldISBN-10: 0226431835ISBN-13: 9780226431833Publisher: University of Chicago PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 10/01/2011Pages: 288Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.85lbsSize: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.60dReview Citation(s): Choice 05/01/2012

Living the Audio Life details the aspects and procedures necessary for one to have a successful career in live entertainment sound. Encompassing a wide range of topics, the text clearly guides anyone interested in working in a position within the live entertainment audio field....

YouTube sensation Andrew Huang offers practical tips and hard-won advice for creatives seeking financial stability while staying authentic.How does a musician with acute hearing loss, a refusal to perform live, and no industry connections carve a path to millions of followers and lucrative royalty...

Create, Produce, Consume explores the cycle of musical experience for musicians, professionals, and budding entrepreneurs looking to break into the music industry. Building on the concepts of his previous book, Making Money, Making Music, David Bruenger provides readers with a basic framework for understanding...

In this valuable resource guide for both beginners and professionals, veteran songwriter, producer, arranger, vocalist, music director, and educator Larry D. Batiste shares practical advice and tips from his decades of experience in ways that are bound to help all readers improve their songwriting...

Women, Music and Leadership offers a wide-ranging survey of women in musical leadership and their experiences, highlighting women's achievements and considering how they negotiate the challenges of the leadership space in music. Women have always participated in music as performers, teachers, composers and professionals,...

"Fred Goodman makes this world come alive, and any fan of rock or insider tales of the music industry will be in heaven reading about this fascinating, troubling character." -- Judd Apatow, Omnivoracious "Writing about contracts, percentages, and deals can be tedious, but Goodman...

Russell Simmons, the original and eternal hip-hop mogul, is one of the most innovative and influential figures in modern American business and culture. When no one outside of inner-city New York had even heard of hip-hop, Simmons saw the seeds of a global force...

Supercharge your music career with the Music Business Blueprint, the ultimate guide to achieving success in the dynamic world of the music industry. Whether you're a budding artist, A&R, music managers, aspiring producers, or talented songwriters, this comprehensive book is your essential companion on...

In Streaming Music, Streaming Capital, Eric Drott analyzes the political economy of online music streaming platforms. Attentive to the way streaming has reordered the production, circulation, and consumption of music, Drott examines key features of this new musical economy, including the roles played by...

In the late 1980s, gangsta rap music emerged in urban America, giving voice to--and making money for--a social group widely considered to be in crisis: young, poor, black men. From its local origins, gangsta rap went on to flood the mainstream, generating enormous popularity...