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by Donald S. Passman (Author) "For many years I taught a class on the music business at the University of Southern California Law School's Advanced Professional Program ..." (more)

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Paperback: 496 pages
Publisher: Penguin; 2nd revised edition (28 May 1998)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0140268065
ISBN-13: 978-0140268065
Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 15.2 x 2.8 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 454,015 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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While still offering a complete survey of the business side of music from the basics, how to find a manager, an overview of the structure of the industry to deals, merchandising structures and so on, this second revised edition takes into account all the latest technology and the pursuant copyright complications..

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5.0 out of 5 stars A valuable resource, can't recommend it highly enough., 7 Dec 2004

By	"wombatjelly" - See all my reviews

This review is from: All You Need to Know About the Music Business (Paperback)

This book has been invaluable in my study of the music business. It's easy to digest, thanks to the author's light-hearted and good-humoured approach, to even the most complex of issues. Things are broken down into easy-to-understand sections, and you are given the option of covering the basics and moving on, or exploring issues in a greater depth with extended reading sections. This book is a must for anyone studying music, or interested in becoming successful in any of the four key theatres of the industry.

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5.0 out of 5 stars The most informative book I've read, 25 April 2005

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I've read quite a few books on the music industry but this is the only one which actually gives an in depth knowledge of how
you approach the business. It caters for both U.S. and U.K. citizens so nothings mixed up and the invaluable advice given by
donald passman isn't wrapped up in complex jargon.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very few books merit the noun 'bible', this is one..., 24 April 2001

By	Christopher Murphy "Design Lecturer" (N. Ireland) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

As an independent label-owner the murky and confusing world of 'cross-collateralization', 'controlled composition' and 'mechanical royalties' has perplexed me for years. Finding your way through the minefield that is the 'music industry' is a difficult task which requires patience, a willingness to ask questions and, perhaps most importantly, the stubborness not to give up. What if there were a book that could guide you through this maze of complexity?

Passman's book is that guide. It explains everything you need to know in easy-to-understand English in an often humorous tone. Clearly unravelling often complex concepts, Passman takes a step-by-step approach through every aspect of the music business covering everything from royalties (How much will I get paid?) to rights (Who owns the recording?) in a manner that leaves no room for doubt.

Buy this book, it will help you make sense of one of the most jargon-filled industries in the world, you'll enjoy reading it and you'll find yourself returning to it again and again.

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