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International Songwriters Association PLUS The 108 Page Course "Selling Your Songs" - Both Absolutely FREE! |
there are ISA members in more than sixty countries, who benefit from
• Songwriter Magazine
News • Interviews • Who Is Looking For Songs This Month? • "How To" Songwriting Articles
• Songwriter Update
Song Contests • Who Needs Songs This Week? • Music Business Articles
• Songwriter Yearbook
Interviews With World-Famous Songwriters & Music Publishers
• Song Copyright
Protect your songs/lyrics/demos free through the International Songwriters Association
• Song Assessment
Have your songs/lyrics/demos examined free through the International Songwriters Association
• Song Promotion
How to promote your songs • Contact addresses for singers, bands, labels and publishers
• Advice
Contracts • Promotion • Techniques • Demo Recordings • Collaboration • Contact Info etc
• Selling Your Songs
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
Daily Music News • Video News & Video Instruction • Song Contest Entry Forms •
Top 20 Songwriting Links • Archive Songwriter Magazine Interviews • plus much more
And all of this costs our members a few pence a day!
But Now You Can Get It All Free
For The Next Three Months!
It is only possible to join the International Songwriters Association
by first taking out a FREE three month trial membership
• This trial period is a chance to experience what the ISA has to offer, but at no cost to you
• After your three months free period has expired, you can then decide if you wish to continue your membership
• This free trial period gives you an opportunity to see what the International Songwriters Association can do for you as a songwriter
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As an ISA member, you will receive the following
• ISA Publications
"Songwriter Magazine", "Songwriter Update" and "Songwriter Yearbook"
• ISA Services
You will have free unlimited use of such Services as
Song Copyright, Song Assessment, Song Promotion Advice etc
• Private Membership Website
You will have free unlimited use of the International Songwriters Association's
Private Membership Site
• ISA Membership Package
You will receive in the post, a large Membership Package
as outlined below
• Selling Your Songs
You will receive a PDF copy of the latest version of our
60,000 word, 108 page course in songwriting (PDF)
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[1] The ISA Publications
You will receive the following ISA Publications
SONGWRITER YEARBOOK
This is the collection of interviews which all new ISA subscribers receive.
It is sent 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 sent by post.
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 Fought The 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 weekly publication.
It is sent by email.
This weekly 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!
Each issue averages 25 pages, so over a year,
you get approximately 1,200 extra pages of information.
In fact, in your first year alone, you will get over 1400 pages of information from the ISA!
"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 - it's fascinating stuff. I'm really glad I joined!"
Michael Hussey, Dublin, Ireland
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• Click HERE To Join Free For Three Months
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• Click HERE To Send Us An E-Mail Question
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• Phone Us On +353-61-228837 [10am to 5pm]
You can 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 you on this
as well as being told you how suitable your recording is. If you are advised to proceed, then we will also list
nine or ten companies which are seeking new songs this week, with full addresses and contact names.
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.
ADVICE
Then, 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 that 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.
COLLABORATION
Nowadays, more writers collaborate than used be the case.
Whether you are a lyric writer seeking a melody writer, or a songwriter seeking collaboration
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
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• Click HERE To Join Free For Three Months
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• Click HERE To Send Us An E-Mail Question
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• Phone Us On +353-61-228837 [10am to 5pm]
[3] Private Member's Site
You have immediate access to the Private Members Site
On this site, you can read or download several years of back magazines,
along with the latest song contest entry forms, interviews with famous songwriters,
programs to help you build a website, informational and instructional articles on songwriting etc
[4] The ISA Introductory Package
You will receive the following introductory package
SONGWRITER YEARBOOK
The current issue of the Songwriter Yearbook, comprising in-depth exclusive interviews with
star songwriters Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber, Barry Mason, Tom T Hall, Gordon Lightfoot,
Bruce Welch, Mike Batt, Tony Hatch, Julie Gold and Roger Cooke
SONGWRITER MAGAZINE
This month's issue of Songwriter Magazine Newsletter including interviews
with music publishers, two SongSeller® tipsheet columns listing companies looking for songs,
a full news page, hit listings from around the world,
a UK record label roster of all its acts, song contest information
THE MCPS
Brochure on how the Mechanical Copyright Protection Society works
THE PRS
Explaining the role and function of the Performing Rights Society - PRS
DEMO BROCHURE
Information on making demos, and on using the Musical Records Demo Service
"FREE DEMOS" LEAFLET
A leaflet explaining how you can get free demos!
SONG CONTEST ENTRY FORM
An entry form for a current international song contest, open to all songwriters and lyricists
PROMOTION FILE SHEET
The ISA-designed promotion sheet for all songwriters
PRINTPACK OFFER
A very special offer for songwriters who need letterheadings, contracts, CD labels,
CD inlay cards, or lyric sheets printed with their own name and address
PROMOTION ADVICE BROCHURE
Fifteen points of advice for you if you are about to start
promoting your songs for the first time
REGISTER OF COMPOSERS
Lyricists seeking composers - composers seeking lyrics.
You can be on that list - free!
ADVICE FOR LYRIC WRITERS
Eight points of advice for lyric writers
CONTACT INFORMATION SHEET
Explanation on who to contact if you have a song ready to roll.
Examines the role of managers, publishers, labels, producers etc
COMPILATION CDs LEAFLET
Examines what deals are being offered you in this complex,
often profitable, but frequently dangerous field
TAX & THE SONGWRITER
Don't wait until your first royalty cheque arrives before regularising your tax affairs
A JOB IN MUSIC PUBLISHING
You might like to work in music publishing while continuing to write songs.
This leaflet looks at the opportunities, and pitfalls, of such a move
A MUSIC PUBLISHER GIVES THE INSIDE STORY
A UK Music Publisher tells you how he deals
with songs sent in, and how to improve your chances
SONGWRITERS & THE INTERNET
Everyone thinks the Internet is the next big market for songwriters.
But can it sell your songs?
HINTS ON MAKING GREAT DEMOS
Examines the three methods for making demo recordings!
SONG CONTEST LISTING
A listing of the major song contests at present operating in
Europe, Asia, Australia and the USA
SHARK ATTACK
A look at some of the odder fish infesting the writing waters
SONGWRITER UPDATE
Our free internet e-mail newsletter, the "Songwriter Update", published once a week.
The Update gives tips on who is looking for new songs, and also lists the current song contests etc.
"I've received the initial package and found so much useful information.
This is a wonderful organisation with a sincere purpose to assist songwriters,
and a warm but professional approach"
Tom Fair, Los Angeles, California, USA
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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!
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What People Say About The ISA
"I joined forty years ago in 1967....best move I ever made"
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"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!
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"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"
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"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
"I would just like to pay tribute to all the work you put into the publications.
I find the quality of the writing in the magazine, and the production, quite remarkable,
especially as I suspect, you operate on something of a shoestring.
Still a real "labour of love" that I for one, am happy to acknowledge"
Leon Carr, Production Music Publishing Company, London, UK
"It was the most accurate profile of our activities I have yet read"
Norman Petty, NorVaJak Music, New Mexico, USA
Your First Three Months Are Free
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• You receive all the ISA Publications a fully-paid up member receives
• You have unlimited use of all the ISA Services during your free trial period
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you simply keep everything sent to you
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but to anything supplied by the International Songwriters Association,
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