Wing Tang Wong

An annually updated book that's essential for anyone who wants to make money off of writing music, regardless of genre. There's great practical advice in the introductory chapters, but the real oomph of this book is in the thorough descriptions of and contact information for hundreds of:

• music publishers
• record companies
• producers
• managers and booking agents
• TV & Radio Jingle companies
• theaters
• orchestras and chamber groups
• music organizations
• workshops and conferences
• contests and awards,
• and industry publications

If you're a starving musician with a real talent, save a little money from your day job and get this book. If you have a friend or relative who you think should make it in the music business, buy this as a gift, and they'll be forever grateful.