We scoured the web for the articles you need to read to boost your career. Touring tips, getting more gigs, how to make the most of your time in the practice room, everything that will help you succeed at your music career. Did we miss a great article you read? Link to it in the comments below. Happy reading.
7 Insider Tips on Getting More Gigs for Your Band
"If you want a career in the music industry as an artist, going out and seeing other bands and artists isn’t really a choice it’s imperative and part of being involved in the business."
5 Tips for Selling More at the Merch Table
"Getting your fans to the merch table can be tricky and also one of the last things you want to think about when you’re dealing with sound checks, set lists and late bass players."
Save Your Band’s Tour
"Going out on the road can sometimes be a dangerous affair: long hours on the road with little sleep, many late nights, financial risks, etc. In fact, 80s band Flock of Seagulls recently had over $70,000 worth of gear stolen from them on tour right outside of their hotel!
"Here are 5 easy tips to remember that can save your band’s tour and avoid disaster:"
Touring Tips & Show Booking Advice for Musicians
"Whether you're a seasoned touring veteran, successful booking agent, or simply a beginner booking your first tour, there are some things that only experience on the road and first hand knowledge of the show and tour booking industry can teach you."
Advice from Bud Herseth, Principal Trumpet for the Chicago Symphony from 1948 - 2001
"Never practice, always perform." Bud put together his best advice for musicians of all kinds. While a lot of this is specific to brass players, every performing musician can learn something from the Legend.
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