Creative Careers in Music [Paperback]

Josquin des Pres (Author), Mark Landsman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2000

Talented people of all levels can find profitable careers in today's thriving music industry with the help of this definitive guide. From song writers to producers, solo artists to band members, a wide variety of careers in the music business are fully described, outlining the skills and training required for each and how to target the right markets and income sources. Other professional advice includes an in-depth discussion on the pros and cons of starting a record label versus working with an established one.

Josquin des Pres, a songwriter, musician, author, and record producer, and Mark Landsman, a musician and songwriter, live in San Diego.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Des Pres and Landsman, a producer/songwriter and songwriter, respectively, illustrate anecdotally much of their content in this solid introduction to the ins and outs of the pop music industry: "The overwhelming majority of people we talked to started out simply as music fans or as players and singers at the 'fun' level of garage band, church choir, or high school orchestra and chorus." Covering a variety of music professions, including singers (both solo and in groups), songwriters, session musicians, and producers, this work looks extensively at what to have in order to develop a music career and, once it's underway, what to be on the alert for. Also discussed is the broad topic of enlisting professional helpDlawyers, managers, agents, etc.Das a way of getting and keeping a career on track. The final chapter examines the impact the Internet and other technologies have had and will continue to have on the business. A recommended purchase where interest warrants.DDavid M. Turkalo, Suffolk Univ. Law Sch. Lib., Boston, MA
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Josquin des Pres is a record producer, songwriter, and musician. He is also the author of Reality Check. Mark Landsman is a musician, songwriter, and a former business and entertainment attorney. They both live in San Diego. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Allworth Press (February 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581150490
• ISBN-13: 978-1581150490
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,234,278 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Profiles numerous alternative career choices, February 21, 2001

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Aspiring musicians often fail to realize how many careers exist beyond that of band member or performer: enter this title, which profiles numerous alternative career choices within the music business. From studio musician to working for a record label, Creative Careers in Music outlines all the possibilities.