Product Description

Music exec offers an affordable, no-nonsense guide to the basics and beyond. Music publishing is one of the most complex parts of the music business and yet it can be the most lucrative area of income for musicians. Expert and industry veteran Randall Wixen presents a clear, concise approach on how music publishing works today. It is written for the lay musician/songwriter but contains enough substance to be worthwhile for those already holding positions within the business. Topics covered include everything from mechanical, performing and synch rights to sub-publishing, foreign rights, copyright basics, types of publishing deals, advice on representation, and more. Get a view from the top, in plain English. * All aspiring musicians desire to know this side of the business * Famous artists lend quotes and personal stories to illustrate concept * Author is a guest lecturer so the book is organized for classroom use as well

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #24069 in Books
• Published on: 2005-07-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 240 pages

Customer Reviews

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This is a great book for those that are confused by music publishing. I read it and I am now comfortable with music publishing. it gave me enough information that Iknow what is going on as I work with music publishers. It also gave me guidanc eto know what to do when the time comes for me to start my own publishing company.

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Has some insight about how to get put on, but not much more than I already knew about.

My son the music maker loves it
My son, a music composer, asked for this book as a gift and found it very helpful. He istrying to get some of his work published.