The Thirteenth Edition of this powerhouse best-selling text maintains its tradition as the most comprehensive, up-to-date guide to the music industry in all of its diversity. Readers new to the music business and seasoned professionals alike will find this handbook the go-to source, regardless of their specialty within the music field. The book is ideal for introductory courses such as Introduction to the Music Business, Music and Media, and other survey courses as well as more specialized courses such as the Record Industry, Music Careers, Artist Management, and more.

David Baskerville (1918–1986) received a PhD in music from UCLA. He served as a consultant to companies in the entertainment industry and to research and marketing firms. As an educator, he created and directed the music management program at the University of Colorado at Denver, where he became professor emeritus.
Tim Baskerville has a diverse background in entertainment and media. He was vice president of the Music and Entertainment Industry Educators Association (MEIEA) and member of the Writers Guild of America, West. He has served on the boards of both public and private companies that produce business information.
Serona Elton has extensive experience as a music business professional and educator. She is a professor, Director of the Music Industry Program, and Associate Dean of Administration at the University of Miami Frost School of Music.

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