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Widely considered a classic, Beyond Talent is the "go to" guide for musicians. This newly revised and updated third edition cracks the code of how to build a creatively fulfilling career in music. With key insights into the mindset issues that often plague musicians, veteran career coach Angela Myles Beeching provides a wealth of strategies, examples, and real-world solutions. Step-by-step instructions detail how to design promotional materials, book performances, fund your projects, and cultivate a community of support so you can manage your career like a pro-without losing your soul. And this edition goes further: it unpacks how to deal head on with the typical "inner" challenges musicians face. From getting past perfectionism and fear, to sustaining motivation, finding your artistic voice, managing projects, time, and money, and setting achievable goals. With her straight-shooting, energizing approach, Beeching presents a wealth of practical solutions to help musicians take charge of their careers and get past the obstacles that have held them back. Whether you're an emerging artist or a mid-career professional, this edition offers the inspiration to transform your music career journey so you can get more of your best work out into the world and finally become the artist you are meant to be. Includes a free downloadable companion workbook.
How can musicians bridge the gap between artistic talent and professional sustainability in a competitive industry? Angela Myles Beeching, a veteran career coach, utilizes her extensive experience in music education and artist development to provide a comprehensive framework for career management. The book argues that professional success requires a shift in mindset, combining disciplined project management with the cultivation of a supportive artistic community.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts and educators frequently cite this work as a foundational text for music conservatory students and emerging professionals. Readers often note the practical, actionable nature of the advice, which balances the logistical demands of the industry with the psychological realities of the creative process.
Page Count:
309
Publication Date:
2019-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0190670606
ISBN-13:
9780190670603
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