The Artist's Guide To Christian Music
A Complete, Practical Guide to Developing and Presenting Your Music Ministry
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The Artist's Guide To Christian Music is a complete, practical guide to developing and presenting your music ministry. Developing a career in Christian music can be a daunting task. What are the most important aspects? Where do you focus your energy and efforts? You attend industry showcases and seminars and learn that you should develop your ministry and key relationships within the industry, you should develop your press kit and stage presentation, and you should learn as much as possible about the Christian music industry, but how? The Artist's Guide To Christian Music answers your most basic question; "How do I develop and grow my music ministry"? This book answers that question in specific detail and provides a step-by-step guideline for you to follow. It is a road map for the development, growth and refinement of your music ministry. The Artist's Guide To Christian Music is loaded with nothing but essential information to grow your ministry and enhance your career. It will ensure your best opportunity to succeed in this highly competitive industry. |
This 253-page informative guide will show you in clear, logical steps how to: A. Develop and fund your music ministry This book is the resource for every independent Christian music artist. The Artist’s Guide To Christian Music gives you the tools and information necessary to pursue the ministry God has called you into. Author - Patrick J. Garrett
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The Artist’s Guide To Christian Music
Table of Contents
| Acknowledgments | ii |
| Preface | iv |
| 1. Welcome A. Your Musical Journey |
1 |
| 2. Your Music Ministry A. What is a Music Ministry? B. Funding Your Ministry C. Focus Your ministry D. Discipleship |
7 |
| 3. What To Expect A. Are You Professional B. The Business of a Band C. Expenses D. Involvement with your Band, Music and Church E. Dealing With Rejection F. Patience & Persistence |
35 |
| 4. The "Must Attend" Events A. Concerts B. Seminars |
45 |
| 5. 8 Steps To Music Success |
61 |
| 6. Troubleshooting Your Career A. Why You May Not Be Signed B. Reasons Your Demo Was Rejected C. Habits of Highly Successful Musicians |
65 |
| 7. Are You Ready For Management? A. Why You Need a Manager B. Are You Ready For Management? C. The Manager's Role D. Can You Afford a Manager? E. What to Look for in a Manager F. What to Avoid in a Manager |
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| 8. What to Do First A. Develop a Marketing Plan B. The Press Kit C. Cover Letter D. Artist Profile E. Press-Kit Photos F. The Bio - Do's and Don'ts / What to Include G. Get Your Music Recorded H. Perform Your Music |
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| 9. Self Promotion A. 10 Things to do Right Now to Help Your Career B. Press Releases C. Keep a Mailing List/Database D. Maintain a Newsletter for Fans E. Entertainment/Christian Event Calendars F. Opening for Another Artist G. Business Cards H. Local Record Store Exposure I. No Cost Event Announcements J. Public Service Announcements K. Promotional Kit for Venues and Concert Promoters L. Distribute an Email Newsletter M. Internet Promotion N. Tips on Promoting Your Concert O. Sample Press Release |
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| 10. Your Stage Performance A. Introduction B. Audience Relationship C. Songs & Moments D. Speaking to An Audience E. Movement Tools & Techniques F. Connecting With An Audience G. The Complete Package |
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| 11. Booking Your Events A. Overview B. Who Should Do The Booking? C. What's Required D. Your Booking Approach |
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| 12. MP3 & The Internet A. Your Personal Distribution Channel B. Your MP3 Site C. Create/Manage Your Artist Site D. Promote Your Websites |
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| 13. What Radio Wants A. Christian Radio 101 B. What Radio Looks For C. Why Independent Artists Don't Get Airplay |
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| 14. Label Shopping A. What Labels Want B. What A/R's Look For C. How to Get Your Music Heard D. Where to Submit |
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| 15. Copyright Concerns A. What is a Copyright? B. How to Register Your Copyright C. Copyright Infringement |
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| 16. Publishing A. What is Publishing? B. What Publishers Want |
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| 17. ASCAP, BMI, SESAC A. What Are Performing Rights Organizations? B. Why You Should Join C. How Royalties Work |
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| 18. Closing Comments | 213 |
| Appendices A. Resources B. Glossary of Terms C. Bibliography D. Concert Performance Agreement |
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"This book has a lot of good information."
Tom Jackson, Tom Jackson Productions/Performance Coach
“This book is a must-have for every serious Christian artist.
It gives the who, what, when, where and how-to, the in’s
and out’s of the Christian music business.”
Audrey Brooks, Creative Director / Hearken Studios CEO /Hearken
Management & Talent Development
"I have a few books I refer to often: my Bible, my dictionary,
my favorite Beth Moore books, and The Artist’s Guide To Christian
Music. This is such a helpful guide… This book is a GREAT
tool… I will continue to Be Loud About It!”
Kathy Law, President Kathy Law Management Inc./Artist Management
"I have looked for a number of years for such a book as
this. This book delivers… the information artists have had
to gather from multitudes of sources, taking hours, weeks and months,
and puts that valuable treasure into everyday, usable terms that
anyone can readily understand. The Artist’s Guide To Christian
Music has made the artist a 'player' in the business end of the
industry at last."
John Lord, One Lord Productions Recording Studio