Many musicians ask us what is the best way to go about working in the trad music industry. Below are some ideas. If you are looking for advice please ask!
CDs
Want to make a CD?
Here is our blog on how to make a CD
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/youngtrad/how-to-make-a-cd/
We’ve also produced a webinar where Simon Thoumire talks you through the various stages.
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/handsupfortrad/learn-how-to-make-a-cd-webinar/
Here’s a list of places to send it for review.
http://www.mediafire.com/download/7gmanecvigc67mv/CD_Review_Contacts.pdf
What’s the difference between PRS, MCPS and PPL?
A great PDF on the differences between the different organisations
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/youngtrad/whats-the-difference-between-prs-mcps-and-ppl/
Videos
Want to make a video?
Read our blog on making a video
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/youngtrad/how-to-make-a-video/
Websites
Want to make a website?
Read our blog on making a website
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/youngtrad/how-to-make-a-website/
Personal
Some interesting ways to get better as a musician.
Practice techniques
Emma Tomlinson’s checklist to make sure you get the most out of your practising and achieve your goals.
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/youngtrad/system-checklist-for-proper-practice/
Preparation for performance and practice
Emma Tomlinson’s checklist so you go into your practice / performance with the right mindset.
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/youngtrad/preparing-for-practice-or-performance/
Arm and shoulder warmups
We should always warmup before we play our instruments however many of us don’t and suffer the consequences with sour necks, arms etc. Here are three simple exercises you can do.
http://projects.handsupfortrad.scot/youngtrad/arm-and-shoulder-warmups/
Funding
Emerging Excellence Awards
Whether you’re an unsigned band, a classical string quartet, a singer-songwriter or an urban performer, these grants of up to £3,000 could make all the difference at the start of your career.
https://www.helpmusicians.org.uk/emerging-musicians/talent-programme/emerging-professionals/emerging-excellence-awards
Creative Scotland
Scotland’s main funding body and a big support of artists in Scotland. Check out their website for information and links to funds.
http://www.creativescotland.com
Accountancy and Tax
Over the years we have some great chats from accountants on working as a musician. Two folks that have been a great help to us are:
Derek McElhinney
McElhinney & Co
Chartered Certified Accountants and Registered Auditors
Melville House
70 Drymen Road
Bearsden
G61 2RH
0141 942 2475
07955 247 609
derek@mcelhinneyandco.co.uk
http://www.mcelhinneyandco.co.uk
Grace Lyon
Chartered Tax Adviser
07979 514 853 (+44 7979 514 853)
http://www.tax-in-glasgow.co.uk