Bibliograph

The complete singer-songwriter, a troubadour's guide to writing, performing, recording & business, by Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers

Type

Label

The complete singer-songwriter, a troubadour's guide to writing, performing, recording & business, by Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 183-189) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The complete singer-songwriter

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

52288752

Responsibility statement

by Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers

Sub title

a troubadour's guide to writing, performing, recording & business

Summary

Written as an artistic, business, and technical guide for singer-songwriters, this book is full of advice and encouragement for aspiring troubadours looking to polish their craft. The book offers tidbits on performing, recording, booking, and working with managers, agents, lawyers, and record executives. The guide is rounded out by excerpts from interviews with seasoned artists such as Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, Jewel, and Ani DiFranco

Table Of Contents

The first verse. Love and theft -- The myth of perfection -- Fact and fiction -- In search of style -- Commercial considerations --On the drawing board. Fishing for ideas -- The songwriter's tool kit -- Understanding theory and form -- The editing process -- Collaborating --Onstage. Getting ready to perform -- Finding venues -- Gear matters -- Booking basics -- Agents and helpers --In the studio. Getting ready to record -- Home vs. studio recording -- Engineering and producing -- Making tracks -- The label connection -- Surviving and thriving in the DIY age -- Resources. Writing ; Performing ; Recording ; General business ; Organizations ; General resources

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