305 Tara Brueske – Booking Tips Every Musician Needs And Creating Educational Content

The Unstarving Musician

In this episode of The Unstarving Musician, I speak with Tara Brueske, a seasoned musician, composer, and educator. Tara shares her experiences from early days of playing and composing to her current role as an active educator in voice, piano, performance, and gig acquisition.

The conversation covers:

• Tara's new book, "20 Must Have Booking Tips Every Musician Needs"
• Making connections via social media
• Strategies for getting gigs and developing educational products
• Insights on finding an audience for educational content
• Segmenting and serving supporters and customers
• Email list engagement and paid social media advertising
• Collaborative partnerships with content creators
• Practical tips for musicians, including vocal techniques

Whether you're an aspiring musician looking to book more gigs or an established artist interested in diversifying into education, this episode offers valuable insights to help make your music journey easier and more profitable.

Visit TaraBrueske.com to learn more about Tara's work and offerings.

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Resources

The Unstarving Musician’s Guide to Getting Paid Gigs, by Robonzo

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