Music Smarts - The Inside Truth And Road-Tested Wisdom From The Brightest Minds In The Music Business [Paperback]

Mr. Bonzai (Author), David Schwartz (Author, Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 2009

This amazing compilation features 600 quotations from esteemed musicians and artists who have taken a moment to refect on their influences, heroes, integrity, performances, and so much more. These gems of hard-won wisdom cover not only the highs of success, money, and fame, but also frankly reveal the lows of missteps and rejection. The shared experiences of heavy-hitters such as George Martin, Tom Petty, Phil Ramone, Brian Wilson, Jack Johnson, k.d. lang, David Foster, and Carlos Santana, to name just a few, can function as both advice for those starting out in the industry and a behind-the-scenes peek for any music fan. This handbook also includes a visual who's who of the music biz with the inclusion of headshots of the artists featured. A celebration of what it means to make music, this collection is a must-have for anyone who has ever hummed a tune or been inspired by an insightful lyric.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Berklee Press (February 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0876390971
• ISBN-13: 978-0876390979
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #536,570 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational, February 10, 2009

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This review is from: Music Smarts - The Inside Truth And Road-Tested Wisdom From The Brightest Minds In The Music Business (Paperback)

Much like a master songwriter, who always attaches the meatiest syllable to the perfect note, Mr. Bonzai chooses just the right voice to express wit and wisdom on every page of Music Smarts. Bonzai conducts a seamless concerto of intelligence and perspective from every possible angle of the contemporary music world. I'm inspired by this book!

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5.0 out of 5 stars awesome cllection, February 6, 2009

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a good friend of mine told me about this book and IM REALLY GLAD HE DID.For anyone who ever played air guitar or a real instument this is a must have colletion of quotes from our generations music heroea.Great for reading in one setting then picking through again and again.Just a ton of fun.