The Musician's Guide to Licensing Music

Whether you’re an unknown composer, an up-and-coming songwriter, an independent-label performer, or a big label star, there’s a place for you in this fast-growing field—as long as you learn to master the game. How does music licensing work? Where are the most abundant and rewarding opportunities? Find the answers in this authoritative, up-to-the-moment overview of one of the most effective ways to market your talent. It’s all here: - The key players in the music licensing business and the best ways to make contacts and bring your music to their attention - Types of licensing agreements and how to understand them - An inside look at the licensing selection process and how to get a jump on music requests - Negotiating payment and protecting your music in the open marketplace, including international venues - Getting music licensed for television shows, films, commercials, digital media, and less obvious markets like colleges and universities, theater companies, corporate training videos, and restaurants - Firsthand advice from top music executives, marketers, music supervisors, lawyers, talent managers, and filmmakers