The Art of Music Publishing: An entrepreneurial guide to publishing and copyright for the music, film and media industries (Paperback)

Do you want to pursue a career and succeed in the lucrative area of music publishing? Music publishing provides real inspiration, a tangible and 'hands on' perspective to the exciting high-risk, high-reward music business. Prepare yourself for a career in music publishing and lean * understanding the role of the publisher * copyright * managing rights * income streams * contracts*. Look at how, when and where income is generated in all the current areas of business. As well as exploring all the areas of music publishing that are available, the new industries offering new income streams and the business models that are developing.

 

'If there is anything that Helen Gammons doesn't know about music publishing, it's probably not worth knowing! If you want to take it to the next level in music publishing - read this book. I know I'll be referring  to it often.' David 'Hawk' Wolinski Composer of "Aint No Body"  (Rufus and Chaka Khan) and one of the most covered songs ever.

 

"Whether you're already  a music publisher or would like to be one, this book will give you a mass of useful information - fresh ideas, up-to-date legal opinions, video interviews with music biz legends, provocative thoughts about where the business is heading, and plenty of good anecdotes." From Simon Napier Bell  Manager: The Yardbrids, George Michael and Wham, Marc Bolan. Japan.

 

* Offers key industry insight for both new and experienced music publishers, with international focus * Up to date with new and emerging technologies, business models, trends and strategies, and alliance opportunities * Interviews with industry gurus