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Book SynopsisWidely considered a classic, Beyond Talent is the go to guide for musicians. This newly revised and updated 3rd edition cracks the code of how to build a creatively fulfilling career in music. With key insights into the mindset issues that often plague musicians, veteran career coach Angela Myles Beeching provides a wealth of strategies, examples, and real-world solutions. Step-by-step instructions detail how to design promotional materials, book performances, fund your projects, and cultivate a community of support so you can manage your career like a pro-without losing your soul. And this edition goes further: it unpacks how to deal head on with the typical inner challenges musicians face. From getting past perfectionism and fear, to sustaining motivation, finding your artistic voice, managing projects, time, and money, and setting achievable goals. With her straight-shooting, energizing approach, Beeching presents a wealth of practical solutions to help musicians take charge of their careers and get past the obstacles that have held them back. Whether you''re an emerging artist or a mid-career professional, this edition offers the inspiration to transform your music career journey so you can get more of your best work out into the world and finally become the artist you are meant to be. Includes a free downloadable companion workbook.
Trade ReviewThis is an essential item for any early -- career musician's library -- highly recommended. * Carla Rees, Pan *
Table of ContentsContents Acknowledgements Prelude Chapter 1 Map your future Chapter 2 Identify Opportunities Chapter 3 Get It Done Chapter 4 Connect with Others Chapter 5 Convey your authentic self Chapter 6 Record Your Best Chapter 7 Cultivate Your On-line Community Interlude: The Fundamental Questions Chapter 8 Book More Performances Chapter 9 Tell Your Story Chapter 10 Make Meaning Chapter 11 Perform At Your Best Chapter 12 Turn Pro: be a working musician Chapter 13 Manage Your Money to Fuel Your Artistry Chapter 14 Fund Your Projects Chapter 15 Get It Together: Your Career Portfolio Postlude: Your Journey Home Index
