Launching a career in music is an exhilarating and transformative journey that requires passion, dedication, and a strong commitment to artistic growth. This course is designed to equip musicians with the knowledge and skills to navigate the business side of their music career. This course covers a range of essential topics that will empower musicians to take control of their artistic journey and thrive in the industry.

Launching Your Music Career
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Launching Your Music Career
This course is part of Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career Specialization

Instructor: Jeffrey Nytch
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Recommended experience
What you'll learn
Articulate your Unique Selling Proposition.
Use the Business Model Canvas to determine the core functions required to effectively manage your portfolio career.
Complete a comprehensive growth and recruitment plan for your teaching studio and identify the competitive landscape.
Seek out and book performance opportunities in a variety of settings.
Skills you'll gain
- Business Planning
- Entrepreneurship
- Professional Networking
- Relationship Building
- Recruitment Strategies
- Branding
- Performing Arts
- Business Management
- Growth Strategies
- Business Modeling
- Event Management
- Target Market
- Marketing Strategies
- Business Strategy
- Music Performance
- Value Propositions
- Portfolio Management
- Recruitment
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There are 5 modules in this course
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