{"product_id":"the-enterprising-musicians-guide-to-performer-contracts-9781538106761","title":"The Enterprising Musician's Guide to Performer","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Enterprising Musician’s Guide to Performer Contracts is an empowering resource that provides detailed, plain-language explanations of the clauses commonly found in legal agreements such as engagement (gig) contracts, artist-management contracts, and producer agreements. Musicians from all musical styles will be able to decipher contracts offered to them and improve terms to their benefit. In clear detail, David Williams dissects the most common clauses in performer contracts, revealing how to avoid pitfalls and properly amend content to address each musician’s needs.   Seasoned performers, emerging artists, and music students of all levels will find this handy volume an invaluable compendium of conflict-free guidance as they navigate their careers in the music industry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWilliams' book is...a gift to performers. The Enterprising Musician's Guide to Performer Contracts provides working musicians clear guidance that is crucial for a performance career. * Classical Singer Magazine *\u003cbr\u003eDavid Williams demystifies the performance contract process with his clear explanations and pithy examples, and in doing so, he empowers young musicians to pursue their dreams. This book is required reading for serious performers. -- Lynn Eustis, author, The Singer’s Ego\u003cbr\u003eEnlightening and invaluable.  Williams shines a spotlight on how to navigate the business of a successful performing career, empowering you to make informed decisions with confidence. -- John Churchwell, head of music staff, San Francisco Opera\u003cbr\u003eComprehensive and easily comprehendible, this book is a real deal changer. The large numbers of examples add clarity, demystify, personalise  and empower.  A MUST for artists of every age and situation. With precision, love and passion, David Williams has written a profoundly important book -- Margot Garrett, Grammy award–winning international performance and recording collaborative pianist and faculty, The Julliard School\u003cbr\u003eAs a freelance musician negotiating my early career, The Enterprising Musician's Guide to Performer Contracts is the book I wished had existed. Smart and concise, it is the indispensable tool to help musicians negotiate the business side of their art. -- Jamie Schmidt, M.M., music director and conductor, The Lion King national tour\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eForeword - Stephanie Blythe  Introduction  PART I: CONTRACT LAW AND THE AMERICAN LEGAL SYSTEM Chapter One—A Brief Overview of the American Legal System Chapter Two—Contract Basics Chapter Three—Breach of Contract (When Things Go Wrong)  PART II: THE NUTS \u0026amp; BOLTS OF CONTRACT INTERPRETATION Chapter Four—Interpreting Contract Language: 8 Tips for Getting Started Chapter Five—Clauses Commonly Found in Musicians’ Contracts Chapter Six—A Step-by-Step Guide for Analyzing Your Contracts  PART III: PERFORMERS’ CONTRACTS Chapter Seven—Musicians’ Engagement (“gig”) Contracts Chapter Eight—Personal Representation  PART IV: RESOURCES Chapter Nine—Self Help  Index","brand":"Rowman \u0026 Littlefield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51041106100567,"sku":"9781538106761","price":35.15,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781538106761.jpg?v=1750948976","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-enterprising-musicians-guide-to-performer-contracts-9781538106761","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}