Rowman & Littlefield / rowman / 9781538153390
Introduction to Music Publishing for Musicians
Bobby Borg / Michael Eames
At a time when artists are independently releasing their own music and acting as their own self-publishers, there has never been a greater need for a simple and easy-to-read introduction to the business and creative aspects of music publishing for musicians.
Written by two musicians and industry pros with decades of experience, Introduction to Music Publishing For Musicians is organized into seven clearly written sections that will help musicians save time and avoid getting screwed. Topics include the basics of copyrights, types of publishing income, publishing companies and types of deals, creative matters of music publishing, and things you need to know about music publishing’s future.The book features:
Short digestible chapters written in a conversational tone to keep artists focused
Section-by-section FAQs that expand on key issues that musicians encounter today
Boxed text stories featuring current events to emphasize key concepts
Interviews with top beat makers, collaborators, and more to provide secrets of success
A glossary to help you keep track of important publishing terms
Publishing resources offering to help you place and promote your music
Chapter quizzes and activity assignments to help measure your knowledge
