New Member And Request For Advice

[carolsokoloff]

Hi folks,

Just found this site and registered... not sure what it's ll about.

I'm a vocalist & songwriter living in Victoria, BC (on Vancouver Island) - mainly involved in jazz. I am currently putting finishing touches on a debut Cd of largely original jazz material.

I have some music business questions... also looking for advice re. dealing with a large music publisher over an official adaptation (my lyrics to a well-known jazz instrumental). It's been accepted by the composer, but to use it I am being asked to sign over all claim to royalties... re. my lyrics...

of course, entertainment lawyers advise against signing or using this tune...

anyone out there have any experience with this or suggestions.?

I'd be grateful,

tunefully yours,

carol

[carolsokoloff]

thanks Tom....

[Retrosaurus Rex]

Welcome Carol! I think Lazz is right in your neck of the woods geographically and musically... Post that ? in Music Business and see if you get a bite...

[carolsokoloff]

merci!!

[john]

Hi and welcome Carol

I would say it is common for them to suggest that. Have you spoken to a music lawyer? Even a musician's union or songwriting assosciation should be able to give yo uaccurate advice according to what is common for your jurisdiction...

I agree with the others, post it up in our music business brief board to get some more detailed answers...

Welcome again!

[carolsokoloff]

Hi and welcome Carol

I would say it is common for them to suggest that. Have you spoken to a music lawyer? Even a musician's union or songwriting assosciation should be able to give yo uaccurate advice according to what is common for your jurisdiction...

I agree with the others, post it up in our music business brief board to get some more detailed answers...

Welcome again!

[AlexOConnor]

Welcome buddy

[carolsokoloff]

thanks! sometime I'll figure out how to post my pic....