Ask for Help Let's discuss each of these. We all possess it as musicians and artists, although it just may need to be encouraged and nurtured. You're on your own here. Here I will give you some help. Education, information and resources are the building blocks of knowledge.
Most colleges now have courses in music business or careers in music.
Take one of these classes. In addition to classes, there are dozens of workshops and seminars presented by hundreds of organizations on industry-related topics. These groups also distribute information about the industry and careers. Although they are most widely recognized for their annual television production and presentation of the Grammy Awards, these folks are also advocates of music, music education, and issues that affect intellectual property and the welfare of performers. You can contact them at their national headquarters in Santa Monica, California and ask for the names and numbers of people at the branch or chapter nearest you, who will send you membership information and notices of scheduled workshops.