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Develop Your Music Business from Home with ‘Success Beyond the Score’ Podcast

This podcast series from saxophonist, musician, teacher, songwriter and entrepreneur Millicent Stephenson looks at ways that musicians can move ahead in the music business.

Published: 16 April 2020 | 12:00 AM Updated: 28 April 2021 | 4:30 PM
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From advice on business cards to negotiating your relationship with your band, the podcast covers advice on the business decisions needed to make a career in music. Photo: courtesy of M. Stephenson

Topics covered by the podcast so far include:

Episodes are released weekly on Mondays, through iTunes and on Sound Cloud.

Life from a Musicians Point of View

Another podcast that members may be interested in ‘As it Comes Podcast’, hosted by London based cellist Davina Shum this podcast explores life from a musicians point of view – the peaks, the troughs and the unexpected.

Since the UK lockdown, Davina has set up to continue recording the podcast remotely, providing a relatable experience for many musicians across the country.

Listen to episodes of As it Comes Podcast here.

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