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Musician Of All Trades
Intro
MUST READ: This Course is Moving!
WELCOME TO MUSICIAN OF ALL TRADES! Please Read First
How to Join the Private Facebook Group
How to Join the Private Discord Server (0:41)
Legal Advice Disclaimer
My Story (14:33)
10 Pieces of Advice (9:29)
Contract Templates
Assignment / Work Made For Hire Release and Agreement
Talent Release
Performance Agreement
Tech Rider
Brand Ambassador Agreement
Getting Started
Goals Of The Course (9:19)
Finding Your Definition Of Success (5:38)
Common Misconceptions About the Music Industry (13:25)
The Old Music Industry Vs. The New Music Industry (6:34)
Setting Your Goals (4:56)
Career Relatability Issues (6:39)
Finding Your Main Areas of Focus (8:45)
You Need To Know Your Business (9:45)
Comparing Yourself with Others (5:34)
The Importance of Starting Simple (5:50)
5 Things You Need to Get Started (4:22)
6 Time Management Tips To Boost Your Productivity (5:45)
Link to Favorite Business Books
A Musician's Guide To Copyright, Music Publishing & Royalties
Copyright Overview (5:27)
Registering Your Original Music For Copyright (3:46)
Releasing Cover Songs (Mechanical Licenses) (8:12)
Monetizing Cover Songs on YouTube (Sync Licensing) (6:29)
Releasing Cover Song Sheet Music (4:26)
Understanding Music Publishing (6:00)
Registering With and Collecting Royalties Through Performance Rights Organizations (PROs) (6:40)
Collecting Royalties Through SoundExchange (5:03)
Building Your Audience
Intro (1:03)
If I Had Known Then What I Know Now (3:19)
Finding Your Niche (8:47)
Forming Your Brand Identity (5:16)
Why You Don't Need AÂ Massive Following (7:38)
Choosing Your Main Social Media Platforms (16:09)
Overview Of Social Media Content Strategies (3:47)
The Importance Of Releasing Consistent Content (3:22)
Song Selection For Building Your Audience (7:27)
Song Selection: Market Research For Cover Songs (8:09)
YouTube Release Strategies (11:34)
The Importance Of Relating to Your Audience (3:33)
Building an Audience Through Live Streaming On Twitch (14:53)
Posting on Other Social Media Sites (6:11)
Social Media Post Ideas: Music (3:48)
Social Media Post Ideas: Personal (3:36)
Social Media Post Ideas: Combining Music, Business And Personal (4:59)
Social Media Post Ideas: Creating Engagement (3:49)
Social Media And Your Mental Health (7:45)
Social Media Algorithms (6:08)
Using Algorithms To Your Advantage On Instagram and Facebook (8:12)
Using Algorithms To Your Advantage On YouTube (4:06)
Collaboration (11:02)
Turning Passive Viewers Into Supporters (9:20)
Why You Should Create Exclusive Content (3:38)
Do you Need A Publicist? (5:05)
Community Management Tips (5:39)
How to Deal With Negativity (8:07)
Attitude Is Everything (4:34)
The Importance Of An Email List (6:52)
Why You Should Have a Personal Website (3:58)
Audio Recording And Production
Why Learn to Record and Edit Yourself (7:13)
Putting Together Your Own Home Recording Studio (7:59)
Choosing Essential Gear: Microphones (15:27)
Choosing Essential Gear: Audio Interfaces (6:31)
Choosing Essential Gear: Headphones (12:56)
Choosing Essential Gear: Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) (8:46)
Choosing Essential Gear: Computers (5:47)
Other Studio Gear: Studio Monitors & MIDI Keyboards (9:43)
An Overview of Sample Instruments (9:36)
Producing Yourself vs. Working with a Producer (5:01)
Advice for Working with Arrangers, Producers, Etc (9:34)
Composing and Arranging: Don't Wait Until You Feel Inspired (7:10)
My Creative Process For Arranging (8:48)
My Technical Process for Arranging (8:07)
My Creative Process For Composing (4:51)
My Technical Process for Composing (7:19)
How to Set Up for Recording (7:55)
Using Reference Tracks to Improve Your Music (4:53)
Latency (3:18)
Setting Appropriate Gain and Volume Levels for Recording (8:17)
Recording With A Click Track (4:44)
My Recording Process in Logic Pro X (7:25)
My Editing Process in Logic Pro X (9:00)
An Overview of Mixing (6:32)
Basic Mixing Process (7:30)
Basics of EQ, Compression, Delay, Reverb & More Mixing Tips (22:51)
Basic Overview of Mastering (19:31)
Song Walkthrough: Toss a Coin to Your Witcher Part 1: Concept (2:33)
Song Walkthrough: Toss a Coin to Your Witcher Part 2: Templates, Samples & Synths (18:08)
Song Walkthrough: Toss a Coin to Your Witcher Part 3: Arranging (15:57)
Song Walkthrough: Toss a Coin to Your Witcher Part 4: Rough Editing (Copy & Paste, Quantize, Etc) (9:47)
Song Walkthrough: Toss a Coin to Your Witcher Part 5: Recording the Melody (10:46)
Song Walkthrough: Toss a Coin to Your Witcher Part 6: Mixing & Mastering (16:29)
Releasing Your Music
How to Upload Your Music on iTunes, Spotify & More (4:00)
What Factors to Consider When Choosing a Digital Distribution Company (6:40)
Comparing Digital Distribution Companies (13:57)
Tunecore Pros and Cons (4:17)
CD Baby Pros and Cons (2:05)
Soundrop Pros and Cons (3:09)
Distrokid Pros and Cons (2:40)
Digital Distribution on Bandcamp and Your Own Website (5:15)
Cover Song Music Video Walkthrough (7:24)
READ: Album Pre-Order Reflections by Samantha Ballard
Releasing Albums vs Singles (NEW!) (10:21)
How to Get on The Most Important Spotify Playlist (NEW!) (15:02)
Releasing a New Single on Spotify Every Month for a Year (NEW!) (11:32)
3 Simple Strategies for Spotify Growth (NEW!) (11:43)
Running a Crowdfunding Campaign (NEW!) (8:07)
5 Quick Tips for Running a Crowdfunding Campaign (NEW!) (6:43)
Tips for Running a Pre-Order Campaign (NEW!) (9:10)
My 17 Steps for Releasing an Album (12:32)
Patreon: Running a "Get Your Name In My Album" Campaign (NEW!) (4:10)
Patreon: "Get Your Name In My Album" The Set Up (NEW!) (9:12)
Patreon: "Get Your Name In My Album" Posting (NEW!) (9:24)
Patreon: "Get Your Name In My Album" Fulfillment (NEW!) (4:28)
Patreon: "Get Your Name In My Album" Reflections (NEW!) (8:33)
Making Money With Your Music
Welcome (4:19)
Making Money as a Modern Musician (4:08)
My Different Sources of Income (4:32)
My Sources of Income: 2013 - 2018 (10:24)
My Expenses: 2013 - 2018 (4:07)
Creating Passive Income (9:29)
Advice on Transitioning from Part Time to Full Time (10:13)
Getting Used to Irregular Income (4:40)
Financial Planning Tips (11:14)
Twitch: Overview of Making Money (3:39)
Twitch: Making Money Through Donations (4:27)
Twitch: More Monetization Options with Affiliate and Partnership (3:03)
Twitch: Making Money with Subscriptions & Sponsorships (6:37)
Twitch: Lara de Wit Success Story (11:56)
Interview with Lara de Wit
YouTube: Monetization Options (3:58)
YouTube: Understanding Advertising Revenue (4:45)
YouTube: Other Ways to Make Money (6:38)
YouTube: Multi Channel Networks (MCNs) (9:55)
Making Money from Music Streaming (5:54)
Making Money with Merchandise (8:02)
Pricing Strategies for Physical Albums (6:45)
Merchandise Manufacturing and Fulfillment (7:24)
Patreon: Overview (4:52)
Patreon: Getting Started (6:55)
Patreon: Choosing Your Reward Tiers (8:49)
Patreon: Fulfilling Rewards (5:49)
Patreon: Getting People to Join Your Community (7:26)
Patreon: The Importance of Your Community (4:36)
Patreon: Managing Your Community (5:01)
Making Money with Live Performances (4:09)
What to Consider When Booking a Gig: Payment (9:07)
What to Consider When Booking a Gig: Time (3:08)
What to Consider When Booking a Gig: Other Value & Career Goals (4:26)
Crowdfunding an Album (7:37)
Making Money with Sheet Music (7:49)
Brand Deals, Sponsorships, and Endorsements (7:01)
Brand Deals: Determining Your Value (4:05)
Finding and Executing Brand Deals (9:00)
What to Do With Bad Offers (3:42)
Business: Setup, Taxes & Accounting (9:14)
Tips for Negotiating (6:05)
When to Say No To Opportunities (8:41)
LINK: "1,000 True Fans" by Kevin Kelly
Live Performance
Why Perform Live? (5:40)
Types of Live Performances (9:30)
Basic Gear For Performing Live (10:26)
Working With An Agent (8:26)
Tips For Booking Your Own Live Shows (8:12)
What To Do If Things Go Wrong? (5:43)
How To Confidently Command The Stage (4:26)
Tips For Getting Over Stage Fright (5:57)
Meet & Greets With Your Audience (8:33)
The Merch Table (7:29)
Tips For Packing For A Performance (9:13)
Video Production
Why Learn to Record and Edit Video Yourself (5:11)
Choosing A Camera (16:02)
Choosing Lenses (14:06)
Choosing A Tripod (4:59)
Sliders, Stabilizers & Drones (8:09)
Hiring Professionals For Music Videos (6:19)
How To Film By Yourself (6:55)
Filming: Camera Basics Part 1 (Resolution, Frame Rate & Shutter Speed) (9:01)
Filming: Camera Basics Part 2 (Aperture, ISO, White Balance & Focus) (12:44)
Filming: Lighting Basics (9:12)
Filming: Camera Angle Basics (7:04)
Filming: Camera Movement Basics (5:29)
Filming: The Importance of Pre-Planning (4:28)
Filming: Tips For Looking Comfortable On Camera (6:22)
Editing: Adobe Premiere Pro Software Overview (21:55)
Editing: Syncing Video to Audio (8:20)
Editing: Basic Cuts and Pacing in Music Videos (11:49)
Editing: Basic Color Correction and Color Grading Part 1 (18:00)
Editing: Basic Color Correction and Color Grading Part 2 (10:38)
Editing: Creating End Cards and Titles (16:00)
Editing: Exporting a Finished Video (8:36)
Past Facebook Q&A Sessions
March 2020
February 2020
January 2020
December 2019
November 2019
October 2019
September 2019
August 2019
July 2019
June 2019
May 2019
10 Pieces of Advice
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