Synopsis
There is a newer (4th) edition of this book by David Naggar. Purchase the 4th edition, rather than this edition.
The title says it all. This revised, updated and expanded edition offers savvy dealmaking techniques, methods to protect musical works, and career-building and money-saving tips for musicians. It is an invaluable primer for artists and songwriters who feel like they are at the mercy of industry pros.
Among the topics covered are: choosing agents, managers and attorneys, sending out material, record company deals, distribution, streaming, royalty rates, copyrights, music publishing contracts, creating one's own publishing company, trademarks, music videos, issues between band members, touring, and music for film, television and multimedia.
About the Author
David Naggar is an attorney in the San Francisco Bay Area. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of California, Berkeley, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Berkeley Law (Boalt Hall) in 1981. Since graduating from law school, Mr. Naggar has, in addition to practicing law, interned in the Creative Department of the music publishing giant, Warner/Chappell Music. On the lighter side, Mr. Naggar fancies himself a semi-skilled musician, having played drums professionally for many years.
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