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The following is a sampling of common questions and some informative articles relating to getting started in the music industry as either an artist or a songwriter. The answers to each question were provided by several music industry professionals, who combined have many years of experience in their respective areas. We encourage you to use this resource as a starting point to learning more about the Christian music business.

Who will give a new artist a chance?
What makes a good commercial singer?
What basic tools do you need to begin performing?
What is a press kit?
Can I do my own booking?
Some Thoughts About Self-Booking
Recording Contracts
Getting Signed
What do managers and agents do for artists?
I have already recorded a CD, what do I do next?
I have written some songs, how do I get them published?
What does it really mean to have your songs published?
How do I get my songs heard? Why won’t anyone listen to them?
What are some of the careers in the music industry?
What is a PRO (Performance Rights Organization)?
Do I need a publisher if I write my own songs?
How do I pursue a publisher if I don’t live near one?
In what form should I submit my material to publishers?
Should I create a demo of each of my songs?
Should I pay someone to ‘publish’ my songs?
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