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Start Your Own Publishing Co. |
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Start Your Own Publishing Co.
For Songwriters
Presented by Peter Linseman, Music Mentor Productions
We’ll be discussing the functions of a publisher, the pros and cons of signing with a major label publisher vs. an independent publisher.
Topics:
Publishing and Copyrighting
- pros and cons of self publishing vs. an established publishing company
- In-depth look at how to start your own music publishing company
- Reviewing standard and revised recording and publishing contracts
- Understanding and avoiding copyright infringement
- Poor man's copyright, Library of Congress and the Songwriters Association’s cd bank
Marketing and Promotion
- How to market and finance your recordings and promo kits
- How to properly pitch your songs to a publisher.
- Information on all forms of available award and grant money
- Networking, developing contacts and accessing support groups like the SAC
Dealing with Record Companies
- Pros and cons of independent label
- Pros and cons of major labels
- Reviewing standard and revised recording contracts
Collecting Royalties
- The five royalties that a song is eligible to collect plus neighbouring rights royalty
- How to receive your royalties and which rights associations collect them
- Functions of SOCAN, CMRRA and other rights association
- SOCAN and CMRRA workshops with representatives
Peter Linseman and his publishing company Music Mentor Productions have 10 nationally released and tracked radio singles in just over 2 years. Please note: Live presentation of this seminar coming soon. The on-line version of this seminar will be available one month later. Watch this space for details.
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