List Books » The Complete Singer-Songwriter: A Troubador's Guide to Writing, Performing, Recording & Business
Authors: Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers
ISBN-13: 9780879307691, ISBN-10: 0879307692
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Leonard, Hal Corporation
Date Published: August 2003
Edition: (Non-applicable)
Written as an artistic, business, and technical guide for singer- songwriters, this book is full of advice and encouragement for aspiring troubadours looking to polish their craft. The book offers tidbits on performing, recording, booking, and working with managers, agents, lawyers, and record executives. The guide is rounded out by excerpts from interviews with seasoned artists such as Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, Jewel, and Ani DiFranco. At times the book's advice only skims the surfacesuch as its coverage of choosing, maintaining, and insuring gearbut the tips on songwriting and performing should be taken to heart by writers and performers at every level. Rogers is an author and freelance writer who has written for Mojo and Acoustic Guitar magazines. Annotation ©2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR