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CAREERS FOR YOU IS THE ONLY CAREER SERIES DESIGNED EXPRESSLY TO TURN PASSIONS INTO PAYCHECKS!

The inspiring Careers for You series encourages career explorers to examine the job market through the unique lens of their own interests.

Includes:

• The latest information on training and education
• Tips on transforming hobbies into job skills
• Stories of success from each field
• Expert advice on finding and getting the job
• Advice on competing in hot job markets

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The only hands-on guide to making a career in today's hottest music. Faragher, who has managed such country stars as Tammy Wynette, Barbara Mandrell, and Waylon Jennings, offers advice on how to get into the music business, from procuring an agent to meeting record company executives to getting songs published. of photos. ... Read more

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Breaking Into The Music Business
The book was recommended, I have not started reading it yet, it is waiting in line.The condition, delivery, and cost was all as described, which wasvery good.I will use this vendor again, given the opportunity.

BANNER IN THE SKY
I thought this book was very intresting . It is about a boy , Rudi Matt , who has a dream to climb the Citadel.He wanted to acomplish it after his father's death trying to reach the top of it 15 years earlier . He went ona trek to climb it with 3 other people . Their names were Captain Winter ,Amil Saxo , and Rudi's uncle Franz . Rudi did not reach the top because hewent on to help Saxo , who had fallen 20 feet , because he lost his balancetrying to push Rudi away from him . Rudi's dream was not accomplished forhim but it was for his father Joseph Matt . He had the same dream as Rudi .Joseph Matt did not reach his dream himself either , because as I saidbefore he died trying . His dream did come true , though .Captain Winterand Franz reached the summit and accomplished Rudi and Joseph Matt's dreamfor them .I thought this book was very wonderful and it taught meabout how I can reach a dream . ... Read more

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The life of a great musician is always interesting, but the story of Hazel Harrison is exceptional. Her achievement was particularly impressive because she had been schooled entirely at home and was the first black pianist, male or female, to perform with a major European orchestra. Harrison's extraordinarily long and impressive performing career spanned more than half a century, from the days when Brahms was still alive and Stravinsky had not yet composed The Rite of Spring to the time of the civil rights struggle in the deep South. ... Read more

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FINALLY, a book written BY A MUSICIAN FOR MUSICIANS--from an author who has actually been in the trenches himself—from rehearsal studios to label signings, from recording studios to concert stages. Get the STRAIGHT FACTS about the music industry--NOT THE FAIRY TALES.

In The Musician’s Handbook, veteran musician Bobby Borg reveals over 35 inspirational and proactive strategies for pursuing a successful career in the music industry. Other chapters of this indispensable primer provide comprehensive coverage of the four types of business relationships, the five key people a musician needs to succeed and the four major sources of music revenue.

Rare and candid interviews with top industry professionals such as Fred Croshal (GM of Maverick Records), Neil Gillis (VP of A&R and Advertising at Warner/Chappell Music), Chris Arnstein (personal manager, international tour manager and booking agent) and Henry Rollins (punk-rock legend of Black Flag and Rollins Band) make the Musician’s Handbookone of THE MOST HONEST AND RESOURCEFUL BOOKS EVER WRITTEN ABOUT THE MUSIC BUSINESS TO DATE!If you're even thinking about pursuing a career in music, or wondering why it hasn't turned out as expected, The Musician's Handbook is a Necessity!

*Loaded with invaluable information and contacts that can mean the difference between succeeding and failing in the music industry

*Essential reading for musicians, songwriters, publicists, managers, and anyone else interested in making a successful career in the music business

*Filled with entertaining anecdotes and side bars allowing you to flip through its pages and read interesting stories and facts

*A Concise, easy-to-read introduction to the business of music that arms musicians with What theyWANT and NEED about the music business so that they can get back to doing what they like best--CREATING MUSIC! ... Read more

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Informative
An easy read. plenty of useful, practical(as the title implies) information, especially for the uninitiated.It covers a lot of territory broadly. A good overview of the Music business for beginners.

Best book ever
Really easy to read, gives a fantastic broad view over the music industry. The author writes it like it is and he gives us information straight and clear, gives practical advice and the book is FUN to read. Buy it or regret it forever!!

Great!
Well, I read this book cover to cover. It's a definite must read for the serious musician who wants to learn about the music business and how it works. The music business is pretty confusing but this book is written in a way that is completely understandable. It has a lot of information such as music publishing, legal topics, and agreements. It also has Q&A sections from Henry Rollins, Fred Croshal (Maverick Records) and Neil Gillis (VP of A&R at Warner/Chappel Music). Bobby Borg was my instructor and I know he knows his stuff. The music industry is an arcane language, but this book makes everything easy to understand. Everyone in our class was happy to be able to study of off such a book. Buy it! it's worth it.

Good learning tool
I found this book very helpful.It broke down the material step by step and gave great examples.I think anybody entering into any aspect of the music industry should read this book!

THIS IS A MUST READ FOR EVERY SERIOUS MUSICIAN!!!
I would recommend this book to anyone who is a SERIOUS musician or if you are truly serious about being in the entertainment business! I bought this book at the TAXI Music Convention in Hollywood, California after sitting through one of Bobby Borg's seminars. I thought to myself why not buy it and read it after all that is why I attended the Music Conference in the first place: to expand my knowledge about the music industry! That is exactly what this book does! In fact I like this book so much I bought 4 extra copies for my bandmates and a couple other people that I work with in the entertainment industry. This book is very easy to read and has tons of useful information in it. Once again if you are SERIOUS about being in the Music Industry you owe it to yourself to read this! Trust me you WON'T be disappointed! ... Read more

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"There are many books about The Beatles; few authors can take the reader inside the story like John Cherry. If you read Better Than Lennon, you will want to read this one. Real fans understand that musicians have their up's and down's. John Cherry calls it how it is." ~ Simon Barrett"John has put together another fun, fact-filled book on Paul's solo career. You'll be Amazed at the inspiration for many of Macca's songs.A compelling and fun book!" ~ Joe Johnson ~Host of the nationally syndicated Beatle Brunch radio show - This is John Cherry's third book, following War on U.S. -How Policies and People are Destroying America, (2008) and Better Than Lennon - The Music and Talent of Paul McCartney, (2009, updated 2010). Visit :www.betterthanlennon.com ... Read more

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Sibyl Robinson hears the evening news that Quebec's Lagado government has called a referendum it hopes will separate the French province from Canada. Upset by the announcement the unilingual anglophone leaves her flat on Cumae street and walks her dog Trio through Montreal's Little Burgundy district down to the Lachine Canal. On the way home she discovers the slain body a black youth in a school yard near her flat. Packets of cocaine are found in the boy's pockets and police assume the killing to be drug related. Sibyl's concern over the murder of 'one of her people' leads her to a friend of the slain youth and the two set out to find the killer. Their unusual investigation leads to officer Jean-Luc Turcotte as the culprit. He has been stealing confiscated cocaine from a police lock-up and soliciting black neighborhood youths to deliver the drugs to his selected customers. Detective lieutenant Marc Kelly is assigned to the case and Jean-Luc is eventually charged with the youth's murder. Sibyl who becomes a chief witness for the defense breaks with her son Mark when he decides to defend the white officer. A rather bizarre trial ensues and Jean-Luc is acquitted. ... Read more

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Fantastic Advice
This book offerse great advice to musicians who are struggling to make it in the highly competitive world of the music industry. Highly recommended to any indie artist out there.

Wonderful Introduction to the Biz
I got this for my daughter and she loves it. The author does wind up making her feel like he has befriended her, and she has greatly valued his suggestions. From what I can tell, it is good info, and good moral support.

Music Business 101
Michael Wood's book, aside from being a great read, in a simple, clear and entertaining manner answers the many questions that aspiring and/or struggling musicians have regarding everything music business related.Michael personalizes the book by writing about his own experiences within the music industry and sharing with his readers what he has learned from those experiences. Everything is covered, from teaching you how to promote yourself and creating a press kit, to reading and understanding your contracts.This book is a must have for all musicians, especially those new to the music business (like myself).In addition to practically taking your hand and walking you through the music business, Michael has included an excellent A&R and Management contact information directory which makes this book an excellent resource. ... Read more

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A professional dancer’s career, like a professional athlete’s, lasts an average of 10 to 15 years. Once the prime years of physical prowess have passed retirement is inevitable, but dancers still have many years of adult life ahead. The challenge for many is making the transition into a new career.

Motivated by her own career transition, author Nancy Upper interviewed former ballet dancers who made successful transitions into new careers after they stopped performing.

Part 1 of the book features dancers who remained in ballet-related careers. Part 2 features four individuals who chose careers outside the field of dance. Part 3 focuses on dancers who pursued non-dance careers that help dancers and other performing artists. Appendices include the marketable qualities dancers develop as a result of their training, career transition tips, transition resources, and a graph mapping the transition process. ... Read more

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An essential guide
Nancy Upper's Ballet Dancers In Career Transition holds such a hefty price tag for a standard-sized paperback that primarily libraries specializing in dance collections will want to spring for it - but any such library should not hesitate to make the purchase, being as it's one of the few to address the professional dancer's changing career options. A professional dancer lasts from 10-15 years - then it's time for retirement, even though many years of adult life are ahead. Upper made her own career transition and uses her own experiences to relate her challenges, adding interviews with other former ballet dancers who made successful transitions into new careers. An essential guide, highly recommended for ballet book collections.
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Insiders Guide to the Music Biz
The late great Chuck McCabe was a hot picker, smooth singer, and a clever wordsmith.His book tells a lot of funny stories, but also gives a lot of good advice for the aspiring musician -- what happens when your bar gig gets a visit from the ASCAP or BMI rep, for example.I used to play bar gigs like the ones Chuck mentions, especially the Los Gatos scene in the late '70s.It took me back to some good times there, as I rolled along with Chuck and friends through wild adventures.Highly recommended! ... Read more

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Career ideas for kids to think and talk about! The cards give short descriptions, fun facts, open-ended questions for conversation, and an action kids can take to get started. Career ideas include: Music Journalist, Disc Jockey, Jungle Writer, Music Critic, Artist Manager, Songwriter, Music Teacher, Recording Engineer, Music Librarian, etc. Contains: 48 Cards. Card Size: 3.25" x 4.25". Made in the U.S.A. ... Read more

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Both practical business manual and prized legal companion, this latest edition of the best-selling guide contains the solid strategies and practical advice songwriters and performers need to survive and thrive in today's competitive music industry. Using dozens of real-life examples, readers will find up-to-date information on avoiding copyright infringement, working effectively with managers and music lawyers, developing management and booking agreements, and more. This updated edition is completely revised and expanded with two brand-new chapters on the do's and don'ts of starting and running a band, and how to make money from music. It also includes expanded material on Internet copyright issues. ... Read more

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Very helpful!
I'm still in the process of reading this book, but have found it full of useful information for anyone pursuing a career in music! I had no problems with this seller; book was delivered as described online & in a timely manner.

Offers a healthy dose of concrete business facts
This updated edition of Making It In The Music Business for performers and songwriters covers all the basics of music industry relations and includes new sections on how to start and run a band, and how to protect copyrights and work with music lawyers. As much a business reference as a 'how to' guide for musicians, Making It In The Music Business offers a healthy dose of concrete business facts about how the music industry works and musicians with a dose of concrete savvy will find its advice invaluable and practical. ... Read more