The Professor’s guide to Projecting Jazz Success

Folks, I’ve been in this music business long enough to see that the world is changing. It’s a fast paced, tough market out there in the world of jazz, and I’m changing with it. In this current political and social age, it’s vital to realize how important it is to appear successful and powerful (especially if you’re not). Projection is the modern key to success, folks! You might be asking: How does this affect my jazz career? Well, hopefully by now you’re already posting multiple selfies every day on Instagram and Facebook. That’s a good start. But for some next level exposure, I’ve devised some strategies that musicians can apply to their bios and press releases, to help bolster their image for subsequent career success. You may be thinking: “But Professor, I don’t even play an instrument!” Have no fear! After applying a few of these simple steps, you can amaze your friends with your spectacularly successful and established music career! So here we go with the Professor’s guide to projecting jazz success: Let’s start with some simple yet effective ways to boost your image. Are you just starting out? Have you just had your first piano lesson, and now know where middle C is on the piano? Then congratulations, you are a Rising Star! Did you do a few gigs when you were young, but your trumpet has been sitting in the closet for 40 years? Then you,
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