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Song Contests Hall Of Fame Putting Your Songs On The Web When Somebody Asks You For Money Songwriting Links Free Newsletter 
This Is The Public Area Of The International Songwriters Association Site Free For 30 Days And Get The 108 Page Book "Selling Your Songs" Also Absolutely Free there are ISA members in more than sixty countries, who benefit from a wide range of exclusive songwriting publications and services, including: Songwriter Yearbook [Delivered By Post] Interviews With World-Famous Songwriters & Music Publishers Songwriter Magazine [Delivered Online] News Interviews "How To" Songwriting Articles Songwriter Update [Delivered Online] Song Contests Who Needs Songs? Music Business Articles Songwriter NewsFlash [Delivered By Email] Songs Needed Right Now Song Copyright Service [Delivered By Post] Protect your songs/lyrics/demos free through the International Songwriters Association Song Assessment Service [Delivered By Post] Have your songs/lyrics/demos examined free through the International Songwriters Association Song Promotion Service [Delivered By Post, Phone or Email] Contact addresses for singers, bands, labels and publishers Advice Service [Delivered By Post, Phone or Email] Contracts Promotion Techniques Demo Recordings Collaboration Contact Info etc "Selling Your Songs" [Delivered Online] Free copy of our 60,000 word 108 page songwriting course explaining Copyright Collaboration Song Ideas Making Demos Selling Songs Writing Jingles Royalties Tax How Much Money Can A Hit Song Make? Putting Your Songs On The Internet and much more Private Membership Site [Delivered Online] Daily Music News Video News & Video Instruction Song Contest Entry Forms Top 20 Songwriting Links Archive Songwriter Magazine Interviews Members' Notice Board Free Directories Of Music Publishers & Record Labels Who Is Looking For Songs? Useful Downloads Upload Your Songs To The World Wide Web plus much more But Right Now, You Can Join The ISA And Get Everything Listed Above Absolutely Free For 30 Days With No Obligation Whatsoever! This month, songwriters who are not already members of the ISA International Songwriters Association, can avail of one month's free trial membership, with no obligation whatsoever to continue membership! 
ISA Members Get All Of The Following [1] ISA Publications "Songwriter Magazine", "Songwriter Update", "Songwriter NewsFlash" and "Songwriter Yearbook" [2] ISA Services Free unlimited use of such Services as Song Copyright, Song Assessment, Song Promotion, Advice, etc [3] Private Membership Website Free unlimited use of the International Songwriters Association's Private Membership Site [4] ISA Membership Package A large Membership Package as outlined below [5] Selling Your Songs A PDF copy of the latest version of our 60,000 word, 108 page course in songwriting The five main benefits are detailed below [1] to [5]
[1] The ISA Publications You Will Receive The Following Publications 
SONGWRITER YEARBOOK This is the collection of interviews which all new ISA subscribers receive. It is delivered by post. The current edition includes a 6,000 word interview with Roger Cook - who will tell you how In the 60's he wrote countless pop hits, before quitting England for Nashville where he proceeded to become one of the hottest country songwriters around! Gordon Lightfoot tells you about his songs which have been covered by everybody from Elvis Presley to Bob Dylan You will learn from Barry Mason about his songs which have been recorded by such stars as Tom Jones and Elvis Presley You will also hear from country songwriter Tom T Hall whose beautiful lyrics have earned him the nickname of "The Storyteller" Bruce Welch will tell you how he started out as a member of The Shadows, but went on to become a very successful songwriter, penning hits for Olivia Newton John, Cliff Richard and many more, before setting up an independent music publishing company Mike Batt explains to you how he made his name writing for television and movies (Nowadays of course, he is the man behind the worldwide success of Katie Melua) Tony Hatch will tell you how he wrote some of the finest pop songs of recent years, (as well as the theme for such TV series as Neighbours) Julie Gold tells you how she wrote one of the most successful songs of all time - almost by accident Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber talks about Evita, Jesus Christ Superstar, Whistle Down The Wind, Cats, Sunset Boulevard and Phantom Of The Opera 
SONGWRITER MAGAZINE This is the International Songwriters Association's house publication. It is delivered online. Every issue, you get to read an exclusive multi-thousand word interview with a songwriter who has written at least one million-seller. Interviewees have included such writers as George Harrison (My Sweet Lord), Billy Joel (Still Rock & Roll To Me), Chris DeBurgh (Lady In Red), Barry Mason (Delilah), Bob Gaudio (December 63, Oh What A Night), Sonny Curtis (I FoughtThe Law), Hal Shaper (Softly As I Leave You), Bryan Adams, Leonard Cohen, Burt Bacharach, Bernie Taupin, George Michael, Paul Williams, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Gene Pitney, Don McLean, and many more. Songwriter Magazine also brings you a news page, giving you the latest songwriting stories, as well as information on song contests, industry events, and collaboration offers. In addition. Songwriter Magazine you can read interviews with music publishers, asking them about the type of material their comperes are looking for, as well as a songwriter who is having his first successes right now. There are also technical articles on such subjects as putting your songs online, thinking up titles, getting story line ideas etc. Finally, you get a two-page SongSeller® section, which names the publishing and record companies, along with the singers, who are looking for songs right now. Each tip is accompanied by full contact details, and our own comment on the source.
SONGWRITER UPDATE This is the International Songwriters Association's monthly publication. It is delivered online. This monthly publication brings you the latest song contest news,a full news section, contact information, plus tips on who is looking for what along with contact information for every act entering the charts this week etc! It also contains instructional articles on songwriting, recording and song promotion. Each issue averages 50-60 pages, so over a year, you get approximately 650 extra pages of information. In fact, in your first year alone, you will get over 800 pages of information from the ISA!
SONGWRITER NEWSFLASH Every day, the International Songwriters Association received requests from performers, managers, labels or publishers seeking new songs. These are published immediately on the ISA Private Members Site. In addition they also appear in Songwriter Update. However, those which are time-sensitive, are sent out by email to all members in our "Songwriter NewsFlash" newsletter 
DIRECTORY OF RECORDING STARS Every 13 weeks, the ISA publishes an updated Directory Of Recording Stars. The current issue (April-June 2009) contains 4414 recording stars, their record labels, and every music publisher who had published at least one charted song by that act. Essential for every songwriter and updated every 13 weeks! Delivered online.
"Great issue this month. I love your in depth interviews. Here's to great songs" Ron Dante, Hollywood, USA "Thanks for everything, e-mails and hard copy - fascinating stuff. I'm really glad I joined!" Michael Hussey, Dublin, Ireland
You Will Be Able To Use The Following Free Services 
SONG ASSESSMENT Some song assessment services charge £25 per song, but the ISA Assessment Service is free, and post free (as indeed are all our services). If you have a song but are unsure of its commercial potential,you will get advice on this as well as being told you how suitable your recording is. We will also advise you on the appropriate next steps. SONG COPYRIGHT Before promotion, you should always copyright material. Some Song Copyright Services charge from £20 or $30 per song. However, the ISA Copyright Service is free and post free. Send us the material, and a Copyright Certificate will be with you by return. DIRECTORY INFORMATION If you need further promotion advice or contact information, Directory Information maintains a giant database of every recording act since 1967, and can give you the relevant address by return post. No matter how obscure the act, or how difficult it normally is to get contact information for them, we can help. Again, this is free and post free (or by email or phone). ADVICE If you get an offer of a contract, our free Advisory service will be ready to advise, and point you in the right direction, so you can maximise your income from your work. Again, this is free and post free. Our Advice Service also include a separate Investigations service, where you can discreetly check out any problems you may be having. Again, this is free and post free (or by email or phone). COLLABORATION Nowadays, more writers collaborate than used be the case. Whether you are a lyric writer seeking a melody writer, or a melody writer seeking a lyricist, or indeed a songwriter seeking partnership with another, then the Collaboration Service is there to put you in touch with other songwriters. Again this is completely free. DEMOS If you cannot make your own professional demo recordings, the ISA sister company, Musical Records Ltd can record them for you. 
"I can only say this. Bill has been fantastic, Ray also. The replies are so swift!" Nick Ames, London E17, UK "I must say all your services seem first class and I have recommended the ISA to a couple of musical friends" Michael McQuiggan, Beckenham, Kent, UK
[3] Private ISA Member's Site
You Will Immediately Receive Our Songwriting Course 
This is the famous 60,000 word 108-page PDF course in songwriting, titled "Selling Your Songs". The contents are as follows: Lesson 1 - Twenty Songwriting Questions Answered A quick look at the main points of this business called songwriting Lesson 2 - Basic Course In Songwriting Jim Liddane deals with everything from thinking up the idea, to writing the song, copyrighting your work, making a demo, presenting it to the publisher - and much much more Lesson 3 - Copyright Or Face The Consequences The crooks do not arrive armed with crowbars. The carry fountain pens. Jim Liddane tells you how to copyright a work before the shark steals it Lesson 4 - Writing The Hit, What The Pros Do Trouble picking a title? Lyrics as dull as mud? Your melody sounds like another? 28 top writers tell you what they do when problems arise Lesson 5 - Don't Get Ripped Off By Your Best Pal More than half of all songwriters co-write with others. But before you sign away percentages, read what Jon Edwards has to say Lesson 6 - Problem Solving For Songwriters The song is written. Now what? Top international music publisher Tim Whitsett explains how to get your songs published and recorded Lesson 7 - How Much Money Can A Hit Song Make? We explain how to handle your publisher, what to look for in a contract, and ask - "How much money can a hit song make?" Lesson 8 - Jingle Bells There's big money in writing jingles - and what's even better, you can make a fortune without leaving home. Bill Miller tells you how to sell yourself - by selling others Lesson 9 - Putting Your Songs On The Internet Is it the solution to all your problems - or simply a new problem? Jim Liddane examines the internet Lesson 10 - When Somebody Asks You For Money At some stage, somebody may ask you for money, in return for a service. We tell you what to grab, and what to avoid Lesson 11 - Frequently Asked Questions Much of what you worry about, has been caused worry for songwriters before you. Here are the most frequently asked questions - and the answers to them Lesson12 - The International Songwriters Association The publications and service of the International Songwriters Association. The Top UK Music Publishers A listing of the names, and contact information, for some of the top music publishers 
be free - but it was. To be honest - I was surprised! Great course though. Mike Crawford London UK Thank you so very, very much for the free songwriting course. I truly do appreciate all that has gone into it Rick Terry Clifton Colorado USA I just want to extend my heartfelt thanks on your very enlightening free lessons offer. The lessons have really opened my eyes to a whole new perspective on the music industry! Gavin Foster Fife UK
What People Say About The ISA One Or Two Opinions On The ISA 
"I joined forty years ago in 1967....best move I ever made" Bill Fletcher, Liverpool, UK "May I commend you all again for the remarkable service you provide - it really is very much appreciated. Your advice and attention to detail are excellent. There are unfortunately too few businesses around (of any kind) who provide such services. They could learn much from your example! And you may add this to your testimonials if you wish". Billy Ross Helvetia Road Pukekohe 2120 New Zealand "I would like to take this opportunity to express my thanks for all the help and kindness shown to me by yourself and other members of the ISA generally over the last few years. I am sure that it is mainly due to this that many outside the music business manage to make any impact, and we are lucky that someone like Mr. Liddane is willing to spend so very much of his time in furthering the work of other people. I have found it very reassuring on many occasions recently to discuss technical and contractual details that would be pitfalls for the novice. John Fisher, Thorpe Bay, Essex, UK. "As a recent member of ISA I would like to say how professional I find your organisation and also what great value (and I hope that doesn't sound too patronising!)" Barry Speed, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain "Since I subscribed ten years ago, I have had songs out on seven albums, and to date a total of 46 songs published both here and in the USA! I'd like to thank the ISA for the brilliant work they do" Geoffrey Crust, Heartbeat Music, Boston, Lincs, UK "I appreciate your very prompt reply, and your reassurance. Wonderful to see someone doing things right.Keep up the work" Nigel Normanton, Leeds "I am already dazzled by your warm approach and all of the interesting information I have already received" Terri Bonnah, Canada "Thanks a million for your help. You offer a great service!" Peter Croton, Basel, Switzerland "Once again, I thank you for your extremely prompt response. You people are terrific!" Bill Derham, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA 
"Although I am not at present as active in the songwriting world as I used to be, I still think that you are the greatest single help to songwriters in the UK (and possibly throughout the world)" Waldi Schubert, London, UK "It is hard for me to fathom that there could actually be a person out there that cares as much as you do about your members! Maybe I'm just showing my American cynicism but my experience tells me that you are a jewel amongst the lumps of coal that represent the greater part of the mine of humanity" Bruce McCormack, Sparks, Nevada, USA "Further to one of your tips, we have just been offered a publishing contract! Billy Boy Brown, London, UK Thank you very much for your email. I am already doing your course and am finding it fascinating. What a good service you provide" Barbara Cottman-Jackson, BCJ Productions, Pennsylvania, USA "I also wanted to thank you for being so supportive to the songwriting community and being a tremendous resource for the music industry as a whole. We recently posted a request for original material which you picked up in your newswire and the response we've been receiving has been quite impressive. Serious, professional and talented writers from across the globe. Much appreciated! Keep up the good work" Tracy Hunter, Solfege Entertainment Group, Florida, USA 
"I am more than honoured to be with you. I really enjoy Songwriter Magazine - it is lways so interesting" Marijohn Wilkins, Buckhorn Music, Nashville, USA
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