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CAREER DEVELOPMENT . . . . . . . .2Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Promotion & Performance . . . . . . . .8Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

SONGWRITING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14LYRICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20SINGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23REFERENCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Chart History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Listening Guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Score & Sound Masterworks . . . . .32Music Dictionaries & Handbooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Fiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

BIOGRAPHIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Popular Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Classical & Opera . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

MUSIC HISTORY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Pop/Rock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48Jazz & Blues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52Classical & Opera . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Musicals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57Religious & World Music . . . . . . . .58

PIANO/KEYBOARD . . . . . . . . . . . .60INSTRUMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62(BANJO, BRASS, MANDOLIN, STRINGS,WOODWINDS, UKULELE, VARIOUS,TURNTABLE/DJ)

TIPBOOK SERIES . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

GUITAR & BASS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66Manufacturer-Specific . . . . . . . . . .66(AMPEG, FENDER, G&L, GIBSON, GRETSCH, GUILD, HÖFNER, LARSONBROTHERS, MARTIN, NATIONALRESONATOR, OVATION, PEAVEY, PRS,RICKENBACKER, TAYLOR, YAMAHA)

Guitar Identification & History . . . .70Equipment & Performance . . . . . . .73Bass Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74Maintenance & Construction . . . . .76

AMPS & PEDALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78DRUMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80WHAT’S A…? SERIES . . . . . . . . . .84AUDIO TECHNOLOGY . . . . . . . . . .85Dictionaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85MIDI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Recording Equipment & Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Sound Advice Series . . . . . . . . . . .96Recording Business & History . . . .97Live Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Sampling & Synthesizers . . . . . . .101Drum Machines/Loops . . . . . . . . .102

SOFTWARE TUTORIALS . . . . . . .103Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103CD-ROMs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111DVDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

INDEXES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113Alphabetical by Title . . . . . . . . . . .113

PUBLISHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119

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2005 RECORDING INDUSTRY SOURCEBOOKBook/CD-ROM PackArtistproThis standard bearer publica-tion contains over 15,000 listsin over 60 categories rangingfrom record labels and music

publishers to radio stations, recording studios, equipmentmanufacturers and suppliers, tour support companies,venues and far too much other info to list here! Every copyof the Recording Industry Sourcebook contains aWin/Mac CD-ROM of all of the data so you can take it withyou on the road.______00331229 (600 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$79.95

ISBN# 1-932929-02-9

ALL YOU NEED TOKNOW ABOUT THEMUSIC BUSINESS – 5TH EDITIONby Donald S. PassmanSimon & Schuster, Inc.Whether you are a performer,writer or executive, Passman’srevered and exhaustive guideto the legal and financial

aspects of the music world is an essential tool, offeringauthoritative, up-to-the-minute information.______00331238 Hardcover (444 pages,

6-1/2" x 9-1/2")..................$30.00ISBN# 0-7432-4637-3

BREAKIN’ IN TO THE MUSIC BUSINESSby Alan H. SiegelCherry Lane MusicA standard guide to the industry, thisconcise, complete and well-docu-mented guide explains the intri-cacies of the music business. Written

by one of the country’s top entertainment attorneys, thisbook includes separate sections on terminology, “buzzwords” and acronyms, plus interviews with topperformers, executives, managers and artists. ______02508650 (276 pages, 6" x 9")...........$14.95

ISBN# 0-8952-4156-0

BUILDING YOUR MUSIC CAREERMASTER CLASS DVD SERIESwith David RosenthalBerklee PressPlease see the Music DispatchDVD Catalog for a completedescription.

______50448013 DVD ...................................$19.95ISBN# 0-87639-031-9

THE COMPLETE MUSICBUSINESS OFFICEBook/CD-ROM Packby Greg ForestArtistproThis is the most expansive bookand CD set on the market today,with over 125 essential con-tracts and forms for conductingmusic and entertainment indus-

try business with fun and educational commentary by theauthor on each document. In addition to just about everycontract you’ll ever need to run your business, Forest hasincluded all relevant US government documents for filingcopyrights. The book is accompanied by a CD-ROMcontaining the contract library in a number of formats.______00330445 (234 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$39.95

ISBN# 0-8728-8711-1

CONFESSIONS OF A RECORDPRODUCER – 2ND EDITIONHOW TO SURVIVE THESCAMS AND SHAMSOF THE MUSIC BUSINESSby Moses AvalonBackbeat Books

Now completely updated and revised, this streetwiseguide helps musicians, producers, and others protecttheir rights and preserve their assets in today’s cutthroatmusic recording industry. This second edition examinesthe impact of recent developments in the industry,including Internet file sharing and streaming, mergersand acquisitions, trade associations and their agendas,and more.______00330857 (276 pages,

7-3/8" x 9-3/8").................$19.95ISBN# 0-87930-660-2

THE CRAFT ANDBUSINESS OFSONGWRITING, 2ND EDITIONby John BrahenyWriter’s Digest BooksCo-Founder of the Los AngelesSongwriters Showcase JohnBraheny teaches you the craft of

songwriting while going behind the scenes of the musicbusiness to reveal insider secrets that will make yourwork stand out. Dozens of exercises will show you howto: develop a songwriter’s consciousness; overcomebarriers in the creative process; write in all musicalstyles, and for film and TV; and skillfully manage thebusiness of demos and contracts. This updated editionalso covers online opportunities for songwriters.______00330944 (372 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$22.99

ISBN# 1-58297-085-8

FILM AND TELEVISIONCOMPOSER’S RESOURCE GUIDE by Mark Northam and Lisa Anne MillerHal LeonardThis comprehensive resourceguide provides all the prac-tical tools and informationneeded to organize and run a

film and television music business. It lists composer re-sources, such as a glossary of terms and abbreviations,info on performing rights organizations, attorneys andagents, listings of different markets to tap, internetresources, and much more. ______00330420 Spiral Bound (198 pages,

8-1/2" x 11") .....................$34.95ISBN# 0-7935-9561-4

FROM OPTION TOOPENING – REVISEDAND UPDATEDA GUIDE TO PRODUCING PLAYSOFF-BROADWAYby Donald C. FarberLimelight EditionsFor the potential, as well as theprofessional, producer and forwriters, actors, directors, and

investors, this book is for anyone wanting or needing tounderstand the process of producing Off Broadway playsfrom start to finish. Written in crisp, clear, nonlegallanguage that the layman can easily understand, every pagereflects the experience and expertise of Farber, a well-known and highly respected theatrical attorney. The bookcontains detailed information on how to: option a property,raise money, obtain a theater, deal with the cast and otherpersonnel, the art of negotiation, partnerships and co-production agreements, and much more. Especially usefulare the updated and expanded appendixes, which includeall new budgets and actual examples of today’s commonlyused legal forms and contracts.______00332690 (224 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$14.95

ISBN# 0-87910-318-3

THE FUTURE OF MUSICby Dave Kusek & Gerd LeonhardBerklee Press PublicationsFor the iPod, downloading mar-ket, this book will explain newways of discovering music, newways of acquiring it and howtechnology trends will makemusic “flow like water,” benefit-

ing the people who love music and make music. ______50448055 (208 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$16.95

ISBN# 0-87639-059-9

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THE FUTURE OF THE MUSICBUSINESSHOW TO SUCCEED WITH THENEW DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIESby Steve GordonBook/CD-ROM PackBackbeat BooksNew technologies are revolu-

tionizing the music business. While these changes maybe smashing traditional business models, eroding CDsales, and creating havoc among the major recordcompanies, they are also providing new opportunitiesfor unsigned artists, independent labels, and musicentrepreneurs. This book provides a legal and businessroadmap as well as practical tips for people looking to:sell music online • develop an online record company •create an Internet radio station • open an online musicstore • use peer-to-peer networks to promote and sellmusic • take advantage of wireless technologies • andmuch more. The accompanying CD-ROM includes atwo-hour seminar, additional interviews, and hundredsof active links to legal, business, and technicalresources, plus links to web pages updating the book soit will never be out of date.______00331301 (220 pages,

7-3/8" x 9-1/4")..................$22.95ISBN# 0-87930-844-3

GET IT IN WRITING:THE MUSICIAN’SGUIDE TO MUSIC BUSINESSby Brian McPhersonHal LeonardGet It in Writing is actuallythree books in one: 1) Anoverview of the entire musicbusiness and the players

involved; 2) Interviews with top industry professionals;and 3) A huge collection of sample agreements withextensive commentary from the author. This indispensiblebook covers: recording contracts, demo deals, copyrightsand trademarks, music publishing, performance rights,motion pictures and TV, artist management, producers,band partnerships, and plenty more. ______00330239 (250 pages, 8-1/2" x 11") ..$29.95

ISBN# 0-7935-6699-1

HOW TO GET A JOB IN THE MUSICAND RECORDING INDUSTRYby Keith HatschekBerklee PressThis guide provides a nuts-and-bolts“how-to” approach to developing asuccessful job search game plan to

land a great job in the music and recording industry.Readers will learn the necessary skills of the business toplot strategies and tactics for getting that career-startingjob offer. Features interviews with leading professionalsin the recording industry, an in-depth look at the record-ing industry from a true insider, and an overview of newmedia opportunities for music careers.______50449505 (304 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$24.95

ISBN# 0-634-01868-X

HOW TO HAVE YOUR HIT SONG PUBLISHEDby Jay WarnerHal LeonardThis step-by-step book allows song-writers to prepare and educatethemselves in the ways of musicpublishing – an essential guide that

anyone associated with the music industry needs forconstant reference. Also included are sample copies ofthe many forms and contracts songwriters encounter;information on understanding music trade magazinesand charts; and lists of publishers, record companiesand producers.______00183318 (272 pages, 6" x 9")...........$14.95

ISBN# 0-88188-779-X

HOW TO MAKEIT IN THE NEW MUSICBUSINESSby Robert WolffWatson-GuptillThis volume leads both noviceand professional musiciansinto today’s digital world,helping them to take completecontrol over all aspects of their

music, from writing and performing to recording andselling. Motivating readers to live their dreams, authorRobert Wolff shows how anyone can: set up and runtheir own music business and become a highlysuccessful businessman or businesswoman • recordmajor label quality music in their home, aided by tipsfrom music professionals • broadcast music over theirown web site and radio station to a potential audience ofover 500 million people via the world wide web • do allthis without a major record label’s support. The bookalso includes interviews with some major names in themusic business. This is a how-to guide for anyone,offering step-by-step advice to make it in the musicbusiness in your own way, on your own terms.______00331374 (288 pages, 7" x 9-1/8").....$19.95

ISBN# 0-8230-7954-6

HOW TO STAGEA PLAY, MAKE AFORTUNE, WIN A TONYAND BECOME ATHEATRICAL ICONby Charles MarowitzLimelight EditionsBased almost entirely on theauthor’s personal experiences,this concise handbook follows

a director’s journey from the casting process to openingnight, revealing the hidden or unspoken aspects of playand stage production that are rarely, if ever, described intheater manuals and textbooks. Mr. Marowitz discussestopics such as rehearsals, characterization, blocking,tempo-rhythm, dramaturgy, and actor-and-audiencepsychology, demystifying an art form that is often dealtwith only in terms of concepts and ideology rather thanthe mundane, nitty-gritty nuts-and-bolts requirements ofjust “getting the show on the road.”______00332695 (154 pages, 5" x 7") ...........$12.95

ISBN# 0-87910-322-1

I DON’T NEED A RECORD DEAL!YOUR SURVIVAL GUIDE FOR THEINDIE MUSIC REVOLUTIONby Daylie Deanna SchwartzWatson-GuptillThousands of people want tobe recording stars, but lack adeal with a record label. Whiletoday’s musicians have all the

tools they need to build a recording career on their own– pro-tools for inexpensive recording and homerecording, marketing on the Internet, and opportunitiesto license their music for use in films, television,advertising, and video games – they don’t always havethe skills to use them. This book is a comprehensivestep-by-step guide to the new world of independentrecording. Drawing on interviews from over 150musicians and industry pros, Schwartz shows readershow to put out a CD and market it through the media,radio, clubs, and retail. But more importantly, she showsmusicians how to create a business around music and todevelop opportunities for earning a living. Truly asurvival guide for novice and professional musiciansalike, I Don’t Need a Record Deal! brings informationon developing one’s own independent music careertogether, adding new resources and taking the readerinto the future of music.______00331375 (304 pages, 6-1/4" x 9").....$19.95

ISBN# 0-8230-7948-1

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MAKING YOUR LIVING AS A STRING PLAYERCAREER GUIDANCE FROM THEEXPERTS AT STRINGS MAGAZINEedited by Greg CahillString Letter PublishingInside this volume, culled fromthe pages of the award-winningStrings magazine, you will find

practical tips on writing a resume, starting a freelancecareer, getting an edge in the workplace, creating yourown chamber music series, setting up a successfulteaching studio in your home, and much, much more.______00331094 (96 pages, 6" x 9") .............$12.95

ISBN# 0-634-06546-7

MAKING MUSIC MAKE MONEYAN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO BECOMINGYOUR OWN MUSIC PUBLISHERby Eric BeallBerklee PressMaking Music Make Money willeducate songwriters, as well asaspiring music business entrepre-neurs in the basics of becoming an

effective independent music publisher. Topics include adiscussion of the various roles a publisher plays in themusic business: collection, administration, protection,exploitation and evaluation. A major emphasis is placed onthe exploitation process, and the importance of creating asound business model for a new publishing venture.______50448009 (288 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$26.95

ISBN# 0-87639-007-6

MAKING MUSIC YOUR BUSINESSby David EllefsonBackbeat BooksProfessional electric bassist DavidEllefson draws on nearly 20 years ofrecording and touring experience toshare his hands-on knowledge abouthow the music industry works –

from the musician’s perspective. Developed to helpmusicians headed for “the big time” avoid the frustrationsof trial and error that Ellefson encountered, MakingMusic Your Business explores in detail the key areas ofmanagement, recording, promotion, touring, and careerimage.______00330284 (142 pages, 6" x 9")...........$14.95

ISBN# 0-8793-0460-X

MILLION DOLLARMISTAKESSTEERING YOUR MUSIC CAREERCLEAR OF LIES, CONS,CATASTROPHES, AND LANDMINESby Moses AvalonBackbeat BooksEveryone knows the successstories of the music industry –how Michael Jackson’s Thriller

blew the roof off and how Clive Davis helped orchestrateCarlos Santana’s stunning comeback. But now you’ll findout about people who were dead wrong. This bookdetails some of the most expensive blunders ever madeby artists and by record executives, managers andproducers who’ve worked with stars such as MichaelJackson, Christina Aguilera, The Beatles, Madonna,Nickelback, Bob Dylan, Dido, The Rolling Stones, anddozens more. From contract and copyright screw-ups tosheer arrogance and lying, this book includes eye-opening revelations on: the pitfalls of employing a familymember • the marketability of suicide • the industry’saccepted levels of lies and thievery • and much, muchmore.______00331341 (256 pages,

7-3/8" x 9-1/4")..................$19.95ISBN# 0-87930-827-3

MONEYMAKING MUSICby Jeffrey P. FisherArtistproThis exciting title is your com-plete guide to making, keep-ing, protecting and expandingyour music business fortune.With this book, you will learn adetailed, proven method forstarting your own music busi-ness and succeeding.

______00330919 (220 pages, 8-1/2" x 11") ..$24.95ISBN# 1-93114-012-X

MONSTERS AND ANGELSSURVIVING A CAREER IN MUSICby Seymour BernsteinHal LeonardThis book by internationallyknown writer, composer,teacher and lecturer SeymourBernstein, He teaches readersthe truth about performing

careers, offering insights and advice on both personaland musical issues. In Part 2, he discusses the impor-tance of music education, covering both “monster” and“angel” teachers, managers and critics. Bernsteinbelieves that everyone has a right to develop whatevertalent they have, for self-fulfillment and self-develop-ment, if not necessarily for a career.______00220098 (528 pages, 6" x 9") ..........$22.95

ISBN# 0-634-07837-2

MUSIC COPYRIGHT FOR THE NEWMILLENNIUMby David J. Moser, Esq.ArtistproCopyright law and the owner-ship of intellectual propertywill continue to be the life-blood of the music industryand the source from which the

income of musicians will be derived. Music Copyrightfor the Millennium will give you a thorough under-standing of copyright law as it applies specifically tomusic. In an easy-to-understand style, this bookprovides explanations of the relevant provisions of U.S.copyright law and demonstrates how they are used in themusic industry.______00330796 (184 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$39.95

ISBN# 1-93114-016-2

MUSIC PUBLISHING –5TH EDITIONTHE REAL ROAD TOMUSIC BUSINESS SUCCESSby Tim WhitsettArtistproThis guide is the musicindustry’s authoritative guide-post to traditional musicpublishing. It will empower

you to succeed at starting up your own company,climbing the corporate ladder in your current job, oradding profits to your current music business activities.Learn how to forecast sales, calculate advances, evaluatecopyright purchases, negotiate contracts and licenses,manage personnel and company affairs efficiently,maximize commercial potential, and so much more.______00330567 (208 pages, 8-1/2" x 11") ..$49.95

ISBN# 0-87288-758-8

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MUSIC PUBLISHING 101Berklee in the Pocket Seriesby George HowardBerklee PressThis handy primer and quick referenceguide will help you around the manyobstacles of the shifting music industryand the vital importance publishing playsto help you make money from yourmusic. Also includes a glossary of music

publishing and copyright terms as well as music organi-zations for further research.______50448058 (31 pages, 4.5" x 11") ..........$9.95

ISBN# 0-87639-062-9

THE MUSICIANS ATLAS 20068TH EDITIONMusic Resource GroupThe Musician’s Atlas, the best-selling contact and networkingdirectory, is created especiallyfor musicians and others toconnect with fans and music

business professionals. Completely updated for 2006,this eighth edition includes 15,000+ U.S. and Inter-national contacts in more than 28 categories includingclub talent buyers; college & festival bookers; com-mercial & college radio programmers; promoters &publicitists; film & TV music supervisors; distributors,marketing services & other essential contacts. Highlightsof the new edition include more than 800 newperformance opportunities; song contests & CDcompilation contacts; and eCommerce services.______00331387 (368 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$49.95

ISBN# 0-9669368-6-8

NAVIGATING THE MUSIC INDUSTRYCURRENT ISSUES &BUSINESS MODELSedited by Dick Weissman andFrank JermanceHal LeonardFor anyone planning a career inthe music business, Navigating theMusic Industry is an excellent

introduction to all the issues facing artists today. Itcombines the myriad talents of teachers, lawyers andmusicians to provide a comprehensive overview of theindustry. The first half of the book, “Controversial Issues,”concentrates on the “music” side of this world – everythingfrom censorship to regional music scenes to the future ofcountry music to the debate between indie and majorlabels. The second half, “Business Models,” looks at the“business” side, and contains many tips about the practicalside of the music industry – using internet content, budgets& breakevens, tax issues, when to incorporate and why, andmuch more. Simply put, Navigating the Music Industry isthe most complete book on the subject to date.______00330756 (400 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$18.95

ISBN# 0-634-02652-6

NETWORKING STRATEGIES FOR THENEW MUSIC BUSINESSDEVELOPING SUCCESSFULRELATIONSHIPS IN TODAY’SMUSIC INDUSTRYby Dan KimpelThomson CourseTechnology

If the philosophy “who you know, what you know, andwho knows you” can ever be considered true, it’s in themusic business. Every deal that goes down in the musicbusiness is almost always a direct result of a personalcontact. From the well-known author of the very suc-cessful Networking in the Music Business, this book actsas a guide to making your personal strengths andrelationships with others work for you in this uniqueindustry. You’ll learn the importance of connecting toothers who share your aspirations, energies, andenthusiasm. You’ll understand how to strategize your wayto a successful career through personal relationships.Whether you’re a professional or an aspirant in the musicbusiness – a songwriter, recording artist, musician,composer, music editor, music educator, music publisher,DJ, publicist, PR expert, entertainment lawyer – or if youplan on working with any of the above, this book is yourkey to developing the people skills necessary to achievesuccess in this billion dollar global industry.______00331884 (246 pages,

7-3/5" x 9-1/5")..................$24.95ISBN# 1-59200-753-8

THE NEW MUSICTHERAPIST’S HANDBOOK – SECOND EDITIONby Suzanne B. HanserBerklee PressDr. Hanser’s well-respected MusicTherapist’s Handbook has beenthoroughly updated and revised to

reflect the latest developments in the field of music therapy.It includes: an introduction to music therapy, new clinicalapplications and techniques, helpful case studies andanecdotes, and information on designing, implementingand evaluating individualized treatment programs,including guidelines for beginning music therapists.______50449424 (280 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$29.95

ISBN# 0-634-00645-2

NEW SONGWRITERS’GUIDE TO MUSICPUBLISHING –3RD EDITIONEVERYTHING YOU NEED TOKNOW TO MAKE THE BESTPUBLISHING DEALS FORYOUR SONGSby Randy PoeWriter’s Digest Books

In The New Songwriter’s Guide to Music Publishing,author and music insider Randy Poe teaches readers howto get the best deals for their songs. This revised edition:Features knowledgeable insider advice, giving aspiringsongwriters a leg up on the competition; Provides clearinstruction that’s right on the mark, as well as informativesidebars, sample forms, and amusing anecdotes; Coversthe basics of song publishing options, from single songcontracts, to full-time positions as staff writers, to startingone’s own company. Updated for the internet age, therefreshed content will be an essential reference foranyone trying to sell their songs.______00331400 (160 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$18.99

ISBN# 1-58297-383-0

THE NEW TAX GUIDE FOR ARTISTS OF EVERY PERSUASIONACTORS, DIRECTORS, MUSICIANS,SINGERS AND OTHERSHOW BIZ FOLKSby Peter Jason Riley, CPALimelight EditionsPeter Jason Riley is a CPA who formany years has practiced in the

Boston area. His book opens with basic material thatapplies to everyone, offering a roadmap through today’stax landscape and general discussions of different typesof income, various kinds of expenses and IRS-allowed taxdeductions. Following are the chapters that deal with thespecific tax situation relevant to each category of artist.These range from the cost of acting lessons and makeupthrough depreciation of guitars and the maintenance ofhome studios to income from teaching jobs and royalties.In the final sections of the book, Riley considers variousways performers and other arts professionals can reducetheir taxes, explains how to prepare for an audit, andsuggests ways to locate, evaluate, choose and effectivelywork with a professional arts-oriented tax advisor.______00332626 (158 pages, 6" x 8-3/4").....$14.95

ISBN# 0-87910-966-1

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THE PLAIN & SIMPLEGUIDE TO MUSICPUBLISHINGby Randall WixenForeword by Tom PettyHal LeonardMusic publishing is one of themost complex parts of the musicbusiness and yet it can be themost lucrative area of income for

musicians. Expert and industry veteran Randall Wixenpresents a clear, concise approach on how musicpublishing works today. It is written for the laymusician/songwriter but contains enough substance tobe worthwhile for those already holding positions withinthe business. Topics covered include everything frommechanical, performing and synch rights to sub-publishing, foreign rights, copyright basics, types ofpublishing deals, advice on representation, and more.Get a view from the top, in plain English.______00331266 Hardcover

(240 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$18.95ISBN# 0-634-09054-2

THE PROFESSIONALMUSICIAN’S LEGALCOMPANIONby Michael A. AczonArtistProAvoid the legal pratfalls musi-cians often fall into when navi-gating the rough waters of themusic industry. Attorney Michael

Aczon delivers common-sense understanding to his readersby explaining what to sign, what not to sign, what commonmusic and other entertainment contract language means(in plain English) and when to seek the advice of a qualifiedmusic industry attorney. Whether you are new to the musicbusiness, or an experienced professional, The ProfessionalMusician’s Legal Companion will teach you somethingyou don’t know, confirm what you do and help you avoidlegal headaches so you can concentrate on your music(business!).______00331228 (222 pages,

7-1/4" x 9-1/4")...................$24.95ISBN# 1-932929-01-0

THE REAL DEALHOW TO GET SIGNED TO ARECORD LABELby Daylie Deanna SchwartzWatson-GuptillRevised and completely up-dated edition of the industryclassic! The Real Deal is theonly music business referencesource that offers specific

advice to musicians on getting that all-important recorddeal. Included in this thoroughly revised and updatedsecond edition are all the business necessities, creativeaspects, and marketing strategies needed for musiciansto survive and thrive in the music industry. Readers learnstep-by-step how to prepare a presentation package andreach the right person at the record labels, and discoverdozens of no-fail procedures and time-tested techniquesfor making it in this incredibly competitive business.This exciting expanded edition features expert advicefrom dozens of successful managers, record producers,recording artists, and publicists, as well as three brandnew chapters: “Taking Care of Business,” “MakingMoney Promoting Your Talent,” and “Using YourSongwriting Talents.” Also included is thorough, up-to-the-minute information on using the Internet and gettingsigned overseas, as well as two completely revised andupdated appendices providing information on books,conferences, and other resources. For any musicianplaying popular music, this is the definitive guide towinning a recording contract!______00331377 (268 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$19.95

ISBN# 0-8230-8405-1

REALITY CHECKPRICELESS ADVICEFOR MUSICIANSby Josquin des Pres and Mark LandsmanArtistProReality Check is the first bookthat gives a completely honestlook at what success is intoday’s recording industry and

the smart steps a musician can take to get there. Even themost creative people can manage time effectively andmake the fullest use of their most important resource:their talents. Reality Check is for everyone who wants tochart a rewarding path through the often confusingjungle of the music industry.______00331046 (138 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$24.95

ISBN# 1-93114-030-8

SECRETS OF NEGOTIATINGA RECORD CONTRACTTHE MUSICIAN’S GUIDE TOUNDERSTANDING AND AVOIDINGSNEAKY LAWYER TRICKSby Moses AvalonBackbeat BooksThis book exposes the multi-

layered language of recording agreements crafted bymajor label lawyers. It deconstructs actual contracts andtranslates them into “real English,” presenting theoriginals and decoded versions side by side. Thisrevealing handbook explains the need for each clause,offers advice on negotiating fine points, and outlinesalternatives for developing new contracts. User-friendly,it clarifies common terms uniquely redefined by themusic industry, and has entertaining inside stories.______00330776 (320 pages,

7-3/8" x 9-1/4")..................$22.95ISBN# 0-87930-636-X

START AND RUN YOUROWN RECORD LABELby Daylie Deanna SchwartzWatson-GuptillThis authoritative resource foranyone who ever dreamt of build-ing their own record businessfrom the ground up is a compre-hensive, informative, practical,and accessible book covering

every aspect of setting up, owning, and operating arecord label. Since the publication of the first edition,the music industry has witnessed a new era forindependent record labels. While not profoundlydifferent, new technology has made it easier and moreaffordable for practically anyone to record their ownmusic at home and to sell it online and at performances.As a result, increasingly more musicians are finding iteasier to achieve their musical goals. In this updated andexpanded second edition, new chapters are included toaddress such issues as resources for the business end ofrunning a record label, getting exposure, exploringalternative markets for all genres of music, andmaximizing the use of the Internet. In addition, allchapters are rewritten and more interviews with cuttingedge experts on today’s music market have been added.______00331379 (304 pages,

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$30 MUSIC SCHOOLBook/CD-ROM Packby Michael W. DeanThomson CourseTechnology$30 Music School isa quick-start course on how tojump into making music, get it

heard worldwide, make a living, and not compromise tothe whims of the entertainment industry. The author,truly able to relate to his audience, has actually proventhe theories in this book himself. He is a starving artistand musician with a punk rock ethic who has a band,tours with it, and is making a living off of it. This is abook for realistic people part of the indie revolution:musicians who are artists, who make good music, andwant to get their music out to the world, but don'tnecessarily have to sell ten million copies to validatethemselves. Packed with interviews from insightful,influential, and inspiring independent musicians such asHenry Rollins, this book is an inspiration andmotivational piece of work. A multimedia CD-ROMcomes with the book and contains examples of theauthor's music, music videos, electronic press kits, etc. ______00331865(536 pages, 7” X 9”)............$30.00

ISBN# 1-59200-171-8

THIS BUSINESS OFARTIST MANAGEMENT– 4TH EDITIONby Xavier M. Frascogna, Jr.and H. Lee HetheringtonWatson-GuptillThe streamlined, reorganized,and updated edition of thisbook is informed by the trans-formation of the music

industry in recent years. Online music has providedmuch of the fuel, with downloadable songs and file-sharing programs opening up new avenues ofdistribution and promotion to some 60 millionconsumers. The new edition of this book accounts forthis transformation. Its focus is the full integration ofonline sales and promotion into the standard marketingmix. To emphasize the Internet’s integration into themarketing process, Internet chapters are now spreadout to relevant locations throughout the narrative. Inaddition, the first edition’s chapter on promotion,“Promoting the Product,” has been broken into severalchapters to differentiate activities that come under thisheading, including publicity; radio, video, and televisionpromotion; sales promotion and miscellaneousactivities; and online promotion. As before, the authorprovides a practical guide to planning and producing acomplete marketing campaign for selling music toconsumers. A comprehensive array of techniques, tools,and strategies – both standard and alternative – arepresented to get artists’ music to the marketplace, topromote it effectively, and to ensure the highest possiblerecord sales.______00331380 Hardcover (292 pages,

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THIS BUSINESS OF MUSIC – 9TH EDITIONBook/CD Packby William Krasilovsky, Sidney Shemel, and John M. GrossWatson-GuptillA perennial bestseller, thisdefinitive guide to all legal,

economic, and financial aspects of the music business isbetter than ever in this revised, thoroughly updated newedition. This edition addresses the implications of MP3,the Copyright Term Extension Act, union treatment ofdigital music, and more. As this “bible of the musicbusiness” moves into its 40th year, the book’s expandedscope addresses challenges and opportunities of a newcentury, including: MP3 record duplication, Internetsales, and cybercasting • digital record performancerights for artists and record companies • new marketsemerging from WIPO and GATT treaty enforcement ofcopyright protection against counterfeiters andbootleggers • greater reliance on major labels, furthermerging of powerful companies, and reduced recorddistribution by independents • revised markets openedby the European Economic Union and otherconsolidations • and the impact, both positive andnegative, of growing motion picture and theaterinvestments in the music business.______00331382 Hardcover (526 pages,

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THE TRUTH ABOUT THEMUSIC BUSINESSA GRASSROOTS BUSINESSAND LEGAL GUIDEby Steve MooreThomson CourseTechnologyWhether you’re a solo artist,songwriter, or part of a band

seeking to create a career in the music business, therecomes the need to figure out more than where the nextgig will be. There are many legal and business details tounderstand before you sign a contract with a record labelor publishing company. This useful and easy-to-followguide provides a clear path for moving your careerforward and gaining control over your future in thisbusiness. You’ll learn the steps you should take in anymusic genre to turn your professional music career intoa legitimate and profitable business. Through a realistic,straightforward, plain-English approach, this book actsas the perfect guide to get your career moving in the rightdirection from start to finish – saving you time,headaches and money!______00331878 (626 pages, 7-1/4" x 9").....$29.99

ISBN# 1-59200-763-5

WHAT THEY’LL NEVERTELL YOU ABOUT THE MUSIC BIZby Peter M. ThallWatson-GuptillLearn about what most savvymusic executives already know –and hope that readers never findout! This insider’s guide disclosesthe hidden dynamics and often

unfortunate consequences of what really happens whena deal is prepared, contracts are signed, and promisesare made – and alerts musicians, attorneys, songwriters,and anyone else interested in the music business to thepotent dangers lurking beneath the surface of thisincredibly competitive industry. Twenty chapters covervirtually every aspect of the music industry, includingrecording agreements, record royalties, artisticmanagement, music publishing, music marketing andpromotion, merchandising, copyright infringement, andthe international music business scene. What’s more, theinformation in this invaluable reference is all explainedclearly and concisely with no legal jargon. For anyoneinvolved in the music business, here is your source ofinside information!______00331384 (292 pages,

6-1/8" x 9-1/2")..................$21.95ISBN# 0-8230-8439-6

WHO KILLED THE JINGLE?HOW A UNIQUE AMERICAN ARTFORM DISAPPEAREDby Steve KarmenHal LeonardIn this funny and insightful inves-tigation, Steve Karmen – dubbedthe “King of the Jingle” by Peoplemagazine – takes us back to a

time when consumers happily sang along to “Pepsi ColaHits the Spot,” “This Bud’s for You,” and “Hershey is theGreat American Chocolate Bar,” and brings us to the eraof borrowed melodies, electronic sounds, and lyrics thatnever mention the name of the product. Karmenexplores the demise of the advertising music businessand why the future of advertising is so precarious.______00331122 Hardcover

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ALL AREA ACCESS PERSONAL MANAGEMENT FORUNSIGNED MUSICIANSby Marc DavisonHal LeonardSuccess in the music businessisn’t the result of a whimsicaljourney fueled by a few goodtunes; it’s a destinationreached after a long and well-

planned trip over a road filled with potholes, detours,and speed bumps. This book is your road map. It tellsyou what you need to know and to do, step by step, tomarket your act and your music. Topics include startinga band, booking gigs, press and the media, recording,copyright laws, merchandising, touring, finances,managers and agents, and record deals. ______00330295 (348 pages, 8-1/2" x 11") ..$24.95

ISBN# 0-7935-8134-6

BOOKING, PROMOTINGAND MARKETING YOUR MUSICA COMPLETE GUIDE FORBANDS AND SOLO ARTISTSby Nyree BellevilleArtistproJoin the indie revolution! Thisbook will be your constant ref-erence for recording, book-

ing, managing, promoting and selling your music. Perfectfor all genres of music, and for people already workingas musicians, just starting out, or representing a band.Covers: booking great gigs, marketing your music andselling thousands of albums, managing bands, profes-sional band promotion, and much more!______00330518 (200 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$29.95

ISBN# 0-87288-739-1

BUILD AND MANAGEYOUR MUSIC CAREERby Maurice JohnsonArtistproLose the amateur mind-setand think like a pro! With thisbook you’ll learn: essentialorganizational skills foroptimizing your productivity;the importance of a good

attitude and self-confidence; how to overcome the fearof rejection (with 8 sure-fire ways to combat it before ithappens!); how to create professional promo materialsand deal effectively with the media; and more. This is anincredibly valuable reference book for anyone whowants to make a living playing music written bysomebody who actually does!______00330464 (180 pages, 8-1/2" x 11") ..$24.95

ISBN# 0-8728-8725-1

THE BUSINESS OF GETTING MORE GIGS AS APROFESSIONALMUSICIANby Bob PopykHal LeonardA collection of Bob Popyk’s mosttalked-about columns fromInternational Musician maga-

zine, The Business of Getting More Gigs as aProfessional Musician will clue you in to what busymusicians already know and do. Covering in detailtopics such as attitude, gig etiquette, business basics,money and diversifying, Popyk gives practical pointers tohelp you have a plan, network effectively, promote yourassets, and market yourself constantly. He points out theneed to treat gig-seeking like a business, and take it justas seriously. Musicians who take his advice will soon bewell on their way to more and better-paying gigs.______00331067 (144 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$14.95

ISBN# 0-634-05842-8

CASH TRACKSCOMPOSE, PRODUCE, AND SELLYOUR ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACKMUSIC AND JINGLESby Jeffrey P. FisherThomson CourseTechnologyLearn how to succeed writingsoundtrack music and/or jingles

for commercials, radio, TV, film, video, Internet, games,and other areas. With a huge demand for professionalcompositions for movies, TV, video, radio, and othermultimedia formats, this book delves into how to takeadvantage of this demand and make a successful career.______00331702 (320 pages,

7-3/8" x 9-1/8")..................$24.99ISBN# 1-59200-741-4

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO HOUSE CONCERTSAND OTHER SATISFYINGALTERNATIVE VENUESBook/CD-ROM Packby Nyree BellevilleArtistProMany successful independent

musicians have already discovered that house concertsand other alternative venues are the real ways to makemoney as a gigging act. The standard club, bar andcoffeehouse route that many musicians take can lead toa cycle where you never get paid for the hard work youdo. Finding better ways to make better money should bea priority, and The Complete Guide to House Concertsis your key to unlocking the doors that will lead to moresuccess and the money you deserve as a performingmusician.______00331047 (80 pages, 6" x 9") .............$14.95

ISBN# 1-93114-031-6

EAR TRAININGTHE COMPLETE GUIDEFOR ALL MUSICIANSBook/CD Packby Keith WyattMusicians Institute PressEver wanted to play by ear? Ifyou weren’t lucky enough to beborn with this talent, don’tworry – you can learn with this

great book! For everyone who’s ever wanted to play atune after hearing it only once, this book can help unlockthe secrets of ear training – the key to becoming a greatmusician. Author Keith Wyatt guides you through exercis-es in pitch and tonality, intervals, major and minor triadprogressions, melody and harmony, seventh chords andblues, chromatic harmonies, and much more.______00695198 (144 pages, 9" x 12") .........$19.95

ISBN# 0-7935-8193-1

GETTING SIGNED!AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO THERECORD INDUSTRYby George HowardBerklee PressFor unsigned musicians, it is vitalto your long-term success to signa contract with a record label.However, preparing your music,targeting a label, and getting your

demo into the hands of someone who will listen ischallenging if you don’t know where to start. GettingSigned!, by record industry veteran George Howard,guides you through the maze of today’s music industry,and will help you move your demo to the top of thestack. Even if you are comfortable without a label, it willhelp you assemble a team that will make sure yourmusic gets heard by as many people as possible. GettingSigned! shows you how.______50448024 (218 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$26.95

ISBN# 0-87639-045-9

THE GIGGING MUSICIANHOW TO GET, PLAY ANDKEEP THE GIGby Billy MitchellBackbeat BooksPacked with proven solutionsdeveloped from real-life experi-ences, this book analyzes boththe business and creativechallenges of successful gigging.

Articles on specific issues in landing, planning, andplaying gigs are accompanied by firsthand viewpointsfrom musicians, agents, producers, and others who havehandled these problems on the road and in the studio.This well-rounded reference offers practical advice andinspiring insight on everything from controlling stagefright to managing finances.______00330740 (160 pages,

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GIGORAMA SOLOFLIGHT 1.0THE COMPLETEMANAGEMENTSOFTWARE FORPERFORMING MUSICIANSBook/CD-ROM Pack by Maurice JohnsonArtistPro

Now musicians can easily book gigs, schedule lessons,print ready-to-sign contracts, view and printearning/expense summaries and import over 1,200 cluband venue contacts from the legendary Recording IndustrySourcebook. This is a must for all bands, musicians andperforming artists who want to take control and expandtheir careers. The accompanying book/manual contains awealth of information ranging from working with clubowners to how to find a manager. Also includes graphicscreen shots and fully detailed descriptions of Gigorama’severy function.______00330922 (125 pages, 8-1/2" x 11")...$59.95

ISBN# 1-93114-019-7

GOING PRO DEVELOPING A PROFESSIONALCAREER IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRYby Kenny KernerMusicians Institute PressEverything musicians need toknow to go pro, includinginformation about personalmanagers, music attorneys,

business managers and booking agents, recordcompanies, A&R, publishing, songwriting, demo tapesand press kits, self-promotion, and much more.______00695322 (208 pages, 6" x 9")...........$17.95

ISBN# 0-7935-9594-0

HOT HITS, CHEAP DEMOSTHE REAL-WORLD GUIDETO MUSIC BUSINESS SUCCESSby Nadine CondonBackbeat BooksThis book reveals the secrets ofartist development using thecreative process as the foundationfor success, and provides solid

direction for you to plan and evaluate your path tosuccess. Hot Hits, Cheap Demos shows you how to:jumpstart your career • create a press kit and developsure-fire marketing strategies • contact clubs andalternative venues • produce and promote your ownshows • make an eye-catching web site • and create astandout song, find a producer, and even package a CD.______00331116 (180 pages, 6" x 9-1/4") ...$17.95

ISBN# 0-87930-762-5

HOW TO FIND GIGS THATPAY BIG BUCKSHal LeonardPlease see the Music Dispatch DVD Catalog for a com-plete description.______00320370 DVD ...................................$19.95

ISBN# 0-634-05846-0

HOW TO SUCCEED IN AN ENSEMBLEREFLECTIONS ON A LIFE INCHAMBER MUSICby Abram LoftAmadeus PressPerformer and scholar AbramLoft wants every chamber musi-cian to be a strong, collabora-

tive ensemble voice. Here’s his hard-headed advice onchoosing colleagues, rehearsing and performingeffectively together, building repertoire, programming,touring and other facets of the art and business of achamber music career. Ranging from hilarious tosobering, this is essential reading for music lovers,amateur players, students, teachers and today’s manyemerging professional ensembles. Recent events in thefield, including some strident litigation, highlight theusefulness of this veteran’s realistic counsel.______00331634 Hardcover

(308 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$24.95ISBN# 1-57467-078-6

MAKE YOUR OWN MUSIC VIDE0by Ed GaskellCMP BooksThe advent of affordable digitalvideo cameras and desktop-editing applications has blownthe music video genre wide

open. Make Your Own Music Video reveals the entireprocess in one, full-color volume, with straightforward,practical advice on how to make cool, entertaining,professional quality music videos. Over 400 color photosprovide creative inspiration and hands-on technique,from rehearsing the band and dealing with egos, to thenitty-gritty of synching edited video and audio tracks andcompressing footage for streaming on the Internet. Thisbook unlocks the secrets of good image and audioquality, professional-level special effects, and easydistribution via DVD or the Web, enabling any ambitiousmoviemaker, musician or budding band manager to havea crack at creating that breakthrough promo video, theone that may just end up on MTV.______00331309 (198 pages, 8" x 9") ...........$44.95

ISBN# 1-57820-246-9

MAKING A LIVING INYOUR LOCAL MUSICMARKET – 3RD EDITIONREALIZING YOUR MARKETINGPOTENTIALby Dick WeissmanHal LeonardThis book shows you how toexpand and develop your skillsas a musician and a composer

right in your own backyard. Making a Living in YourLocal Music Market explores topics relevant to musi-cians of every level: Why should a band have an agree-ment? How can you determine whether a personal man-ager is right for you? Are contests worth entering? Whattrade papers are the most useful? Why copyright yoursongs? Also covers: • Developing and packaging yourartistic skills in the marketplace • Dealing with contrac-tors, unions, club owners, agents, etc. • Producing yourown recordings • Planning your future in music • Musicand the Internet • Artist-operated record companies •The advantages and disadvantages of independent andmajor record labels • Grant opportunities for musiciansand how to access them • College music business pro-grams • Seminars and trade shows • Detailed coverageof regional music markets, including Austin, Atlanta,Denver, Miami, Seattle, and Portland, Oregon.______00331317 (304 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$16.95

ISBN# 0-634-09924-8

MAKING MONEYMAKING MUSICTHE MUSICIAN’S GUIDETO COVER GIGSby Quint Randle and Bill EvansBackbeat BooksMaking Money Making Musicguides artists through every aspectof achieving financial success

through lucrative cover gigs. This easy-to-use referenceshows readers how to start or join a cover band, choosethe right cover songs, land the first gigs or get better ones,handle marketing and promotion, use proper sound andlighting systems, put on a killer show, and more.______00330981 (184 pages, 6" x 9-1/4").....$14.95

ISBN# 0-87930-720-X

THE MUSICIAN’S GUIDE TO THE INTERNET– SECOND EDITIONby Todd Souvignier and Gary HustwitHal LeonardThis fully revised and updatededition is loaded with even morepractical information on how to

take full advantage of all the information age has to offer.Topics covered include: equipment requirements; gettingonline; e-mail; chat, IRC and instant messaging; MP3sand compressed audio; how to build your first website;internet radio and streaming audio; file sharing; sellingmusic online; building web traffic; and more.______00330506 (88 pages, 8-1/2" x 11").....$12.95

ISBN# 0-634-01012-3

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THE MUSICIAN’S INTERNETONLINE STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESSIN THE MUSIC INDUSTRYby Peter SpellmanBerklee PressHelp your music career take off bytaking advantage of the Internet.Learn how to build a web site and

increase traffic, create a web presence, sell, share, andlicense your music online, webcast your music, developyour fan base, and much more. Also includes over 300musician-oriented web sites!______50449527 (176 pages, 6" x 9") ..........$24.95

ISBN# 0-634-03586-X

PLANET MUSICIAN THE WORLD MUSICSOURCEBOOK FOR MUSICIANSBook/CD Packby Julie Lyonn LiebermanHal LeonardWhether you’re a novice oran accomplished profes-sional, you can expand yourmusical horizons with this

book’s practice material from around the globe. Presentsfresh approaches to technique and exciting new ways toenrich your musical vocabulary, including: lots of worldrhythms and rhythmic exercises • more than 150 worldscales and modes • mental and technical exercises • acomplete glossary of world instruments and styles • and a74-minute CD that will help you build technique, enhanceyour listening skills, and develop rhythmic mastery. ______00220008 (152 pages, 9" x 12").........$22.95

ISBN# 0-7935-8695-X

PREPARING FOR YOUR CONCERTMASTER CLASS DVD SERIESwith Joanne BrackeenBerklee PressPlease see the Music Dispatch DVD Catalog for a com-plete description.______50448018 DVD ...................................$19.95

ISBN# 0-87639-036-X

RUTHLESS SELFPROMOTION IN THEMUSIC INDUSTRY –2ND EDITIONby Jeffrey P. FisherThomson CourseTechnologyDespite the ever-changing natureof the music industry, one

constant remains: you must become a ruthless promotionfanatic to achieve success. This is not a book about how tocompose, play or produce music; it’s the key to the magicformula for building your music career, reaching yourogals, and achieving what you want, need and feel youdeserve. The invaluable information in this updated secondedition will help you: establish your image and a clear,fundamental message • identify and gather usefulinformation about the people comprising your niche of themusic industry • stretch your promotional resources, suchas time and money • develop and produce all thepromotional material you need to remind people how youcan help them with your music products and services • useall of the many promotional tactics at your disposal todeliver your message • leverage each successful sale to getadditional sales from both existing and new buyers.______00331710 (300 pages, 7-1/8" x 9").....$24.99

ISBN# 1-59200-745-7

THE SELF-PROMOTINGMUSICIAN STRATEGIES FOR INDEPENDENTMUSIC SUCCESSby Peter SpellmanBerklee PressIf you are an independent musician,producer, studio owner, or label, you

must have this book! Written by Peter Spellman, Director ofthe career development center at Berklee College of Music,this book will teach you everything you need to know tobecome a success in the music business! It’s filled withempowering resources for self-managed musicians. You willlearn how to write a business plan, how to create a press kitand how to perfect your business chops. This amazingcollection will teach you how to use the Internet to promoteyour music. You will also find the most comprehensivemusician’s resource list on the planet – updated continuallyonline! Spellman teaches you how to customize your demosfor maximum exposure, and the secrets to getting yourmusic played on college radio. ______50449423 (304 pages, 6" x 9")...........$24.95

ISBN# 0-6340-0644-4

SUCCEEDING IN MUSICA BUSINESS HANDBOOKFOR PERFORMERS, SONGWRITERS,AGENTS, MANAGERS & PROMOTERSBook/CD-ROM Packby John StiernbergBackbeat BooksWritten for both musicians and

musical entrepreneurs, this user-friendly guide spells outthe fundamentals of business, finance and marketing for themusic world. You’ll learn how to take a strategic approachto all aspects of doing business in music, from productdevelopment and pricing to surviving the industry’srenowned competitive environment. Includes a CD-ROMwith checklists, resources and templates for planning andmanaging your career.______00330948 (198 pages, 8-3/8" x 11")...$24.95

ISBN# 0-87930-702-1

THIS BUSINESS OF MUSIC MARKETING & PROMOTION – 2ND EDITIONby Tad LathropWatson-GuptillThe maxim in the music industryhas always been “You can’t makeit on talent alone,” and with thisbook, you don’t have to. In

language that is simple and direct, author Tad Lathropdetails promotional skills, publicity plans, royaltyguidelines, and more, all supported by real-worldexamples. He shows how the web and othertechnological developments have revolutionized not onlyhow music is made, but how it is marketed andpromoted. The old rules still apply – create a marketingplan, know your audience, be familiar with the laws ofcommerce – but there are a host of new ones as well,along with new strategies on how to give your recordingthe exposure it deserves. This streamlined, reorganized,and updated edition features an all-new chapter(“Twenty Profile-Building Ideas to Use Right Now”),which will help readers get a running start in therecording business. They’ll also find completely updatedmaterial about Internet sales and promotion techniques,the latest information available on integrated marketingand e-marketing strategies, and brand-new listings ofinformation resources.______00331381 Hardcover (308 pages,

6-1/4" x 9-1/8")..................$24.95ISBN# 0-8230-7729-2

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THE TOURING MUSICIANA SMALL-BUSINESS APPROACHTO BOOKING YOUR BAND ONTHE ROADby Hal GalperWatson-GuptillThe Touring Musician helps per-formers at all levels of experienceto take control of their careers.Packed with practical information

as well as amusing and enlightening anecdotes, thisinvaluable handbook guides musicians in applying soundbusiness practices to band travel by: evaluating assets •creating an action plan • researching, negotiating, andbooking venues • arranging transportation and lodgings• managing personal and tour finances • and gettingpublicity. Also included in this book: point-by-pointadvice on setting up a small business • 11 sampleworksheets and checklists in a ready-to-photocopyformat that will help to keep information organized •samples of the major types of legal documents involved inbooking a band • a step-by-step chapter showing how tobook and route a sample tour • and solid advice aboutresearching venue contracts, negotiating gigs and fees,managing band finances, coordinating promotionalactivities • and much, much more.______00331383 (250 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$16.95

ISBN# 0-8230-8429-9

WITH YOUR OWN TWOHANDS: SELF-DISCOVERYTHROUGH MUSICby Seymour BernsteinG. SchirmerThis best-seller by the nationally-acclaimed pianist is a realistic pro-gram for conquering nervousness,sharpening concentration, and

enhancing coordination. Bernstein observes that musi-cianship requires the same talents used in any activity,and shows how to develop a dedication to practice thatcan harmonize the musical and personal self.______50482589 (320 pages, 6" x 9")...........$14.95

ISBN# 0-7935-5712-7

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LEONARD BERNSTEIN –YOUNG PEOPLE’SCONCERTSForeword by Michael Tilson ThomasAmadeus PressOn January 18, 1958, theColumbia Broadcasting Corpora-tion aired the first of LeonardBernstein’s 53 Young People’s

Concerts with the New York Philharmonic. So successfulwere these performance lessons that they ran for over adecade on television. This book brings back into print aclassic collection of the best of the best of these Emmy andPeabody Award-winning lectures. A total of 15 lectures arepresented here in full. Here is the century’s most uniquemusician and teacher, explaining beautifully and clearlythe joy of music in a way that grasps the attention of all.Every aspect of music is so cleverly presented thateveryone, regardless of age, culture, or educationalbackground, will enjoy and understand it.______00331656 (380 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$22.95

ISBN# 1-57467-102-2

CHOPIN – INTERPRETING HISNOTATIONAL SYMBOLSby Seymour BernsteinA first of its kind, this book bynoted pianist, composer,writer, and teacher SeymourBernstein contains revelatoryinsights on Chopin’s pedalindications, and the

crescendo/diminuendo signs, often called “hairpins.”______00220147 (63 pages, 8-1/2" x 11").....$12.95

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CHORUS CONFIDENTIALby William DehningPavane PublishingDr. William Dehning’s choirs havewowed audiences worldwide and atthe ACDA National Convention.Employing his no-nonsense tone, drywit and deep passion, he tells all that isgood and all that should be changed inthe world of choral conducting. Never

has so much valuable information been included with somuch personality.______08301689 (168 pages,

5-1/2" x 8-1/2")..................$24.95ISBN# 0-634-05843-6

GUITAR TRANSCRIBING – A COMPLETE GUIDEBook/CD Packby Dave CelentanoCenterstream PublicationsLearn that solo now! Don’t waitfor the music to come out –use this complete guide towriting down what you hear.

Includes tips, advice, examples and exercises from easyto difficult. Your ear is the top priority and you’ll train itto listen more effectively to recognize intervals, chords,note values, counting rhythms and much more for anaccurate transcription.______00000378 (40 pages, 9" x 12") ...........$19.95

ISBN# 1-57424-139-7

IRVINE’S WRITING ABOUT MUSICTHIRD EDITIONby Demar Irvine and Mark A. RadiceAmadeus PressThis thorough revision of aclassic handbook is designedprimarily as a guide for studentswriting papers or theses on

musical subjects, but is useful for anyone writing aboutmusic for publication. It deals with the mechanics ofscholarly writing, citation and documentation, as well asthe nuts and bolts of punctuation and abbreviation.______00331557 (260 pages, 6" x 9") ...........$17.95

ISBN# 1-57467-049-2

LEARN TO READ MUSICby Howard ShanetSimon and SchusterIn two evenings, absolutenovices can learn to read prac-tically any melody and pick itout on the piano by doing theclear and simple exercisesprovided. Howard Shanet hastaught thousands of people to

read music in four hours of classwork with his provenmethod and exercises! A practical classroom text and ahelpful reference for music enthusiasts. ______00331239 (180 pages, 5-1/4" x 8").....$13.00

ISBN# 0-671-21027-0

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THE MUSICDIRECTOR’S COOKBOOKRECIPES FOR A SUCCESSFULPROGRAMMeredith MusicA stimulating collection of uni-que concepts on teaching andconducting by 57 of today’smost outstanding music educa-tors. Contains to-the-point,

thought-provoking ideas proven successful by masterteacher-conductors. Problem solving tips, philosophicalconcepts and ensemble-building skills all in one easy-to-read collection. An ideal source of exciting strategies forall levels of performance ensembles. Proceeds from thesale of this book go to The American Music Conference.______00317149 (144 pages, 7" x 10") .........$24.95

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MUSIC FOR KIDS – A GUIDE FOR PARENTSTipbook SeriesThe Tipbook CompanyEverything parents should know tosupport and guide the musical develop-ment of their children. Some of the maintopics are: why music is so important •selecting an instrument (including aspectssuch as your child’s age, physical

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