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Superstars and Starving Artists


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This fun, informative, and highly energized workshop is an invaluable tool for up and coming talent. This workshop is aimed specifically for self managed artists, musicians, producers, and aspiring to novice indie label executives. Sharp Skills created this workshop out of a desire to equip talented individuals with crucial knowledge that will help them better navigate the music industrys dangerous terrain. He is not only an artist, but a student of the art form and business side of music. Sharp Skills tenure in the music industry coupled with a bachelors degree in Business Administration has afforded him tremendous insight and knowledge that will greatly assist todays aspiring artist/music entrepreneur. In this work shop, Sharp Skills himself will show you how to:


  • Professionally structure song lyrics and song arrangements
  • Brand and Market yourself and/or label
  • Develop a fan base
  • Book shows
  • Create/Release an album
  • Give an electrifying performance
  • Copyright your music
  • Register with ASCAP
  • Understand music industry vocabulary
  • Get your songs in television and film
  • Trademark your image
  • Use the internet to your advantage
  • Run your own independent label
  • Understand publishing, royalties, and licensing
  • How to set yourself apart from other artist and/or music companies



    • The workshop includes:

  • Power point presentation
  • Handouts
  • Games and Simulations
  • Role Playing
  • Group Discussion
  • Group Exercises
  • Workbook Study
  • Brief Lecturing


    • The workshop is designed for groups of 4 to 12 people, if you have less than that, we offer the workshop in a one on one consultation format that can be done over the phone (in the case of out of state clients). Workshop/consultation participants will receive a copy of the Superstars and Starving Artist study guide, a hard copy of the power point presentation, a free Sharp Skills CD, poster, and special surprise gift. The company or group sponsoring the workshop/consultation sessions is responsible for securing an adequate venue.




    One Day/Five Hour Training (4-12 people)

  • $950 flat fee
  • Hotel/Transportation Accommodations (if needed)




    • One on One/Two/Three person Consultation Option A and B (Done in a conference call or face to face format)

  • $75 per person each session ( Option A, for 1 hour, 1 day a week for 5 weeks)
  • $40 per person each session (Option B, for half an hour, 1 day a week, for 10 weeks)


    • This workshop will be a foundational pillar in your budding career as a musician and/or music industry professional. We look forward to seeing you.


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