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Straight Ahead is the first book of its kind. Designed for the musician and jazz business professional, this 450 page guide, printed on high-quality 8 1/2 x 11 stock, directly answers nearly 200 important questions and covers virtually everything the artist and professional needs to know about making a living in the challenging world of the jazz business. With extensive information about management relationships, the recording and performance industries, non-profit incorporation, and the concept of true self-empowerment, Straight Ahead provides valuable and indispensable guidance that you will refer to countless times throughout your career.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Part I, Chapter 1: How to Use This Book

Part I, Chapter 2: Intro & Sample

Part II, Chapter 1: Sample Q & A

Part II, Chapter 1: The Artist-Introduction

Part II, Chapter 2: Sample Q & A

Part II, Chapter 2: The Manager-Introduction

Part II, Chapter 3: Sample Q & A

Part II, Chapter 3: The Agent-Introduction

Part II: The Artist's Team-Introduction

Part III, Chapter 1: The Record Business-Introduction

Part III, Chapter 2: Performance-Sample Q & A

Part III, Chapter 3: Contracts-Engagement Contracts

Part III: The Business-Introduction

Part IV, Chapter 1: the 501(c) 3 Corporation-Introduction

Part IV, Chapter 2: 7 Keys to Empowerment & Productivity-Introduction

Part IV, Chapter 3: Musicians Working Together-Introduction

Part IV; Strategies, Recommendations, Solutions-Introduction

Appendix: About the Author

Appendix: Outward Visions History

Appendix: Questions Directly Answered

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