Gian Fiero To Hold A&R Roundtable

Gian Fiero, a recognized authority on commercial music and Independent A&R Specialist who represents Grammy nominated music producer Cori Jacobs (Pussy Cat Dolls) and has groomed and developed acts signed to RCA, Bust it!, and Interscope records, is holding an A&R Roundtable to shed light on the A&R process.

Attendees will learn what an A&R rep does and how the changing landscape of the music industry has produced unprecedented challenges and opportunities for music artists and professionals alike. The following issues will also be discussed:

-Proven strategies for getting your music “out there”
-How to build or increase your value as a music artist
-Doing business effectively with industry professionals
-Improving the commercial quality of your songs
-Understanding and capitalizing on music licensing
-Tips and resources for marketing your music and your talent

This workshop is specifically geared to artists, songwriters, and music producers who are striving to achieve commercial success in the music industry and who have the potential to emulate artists such as Christina Aguilera, Mariah Carey, 50 Cent, John Mayer, Carrie Underwood, Justin Timberlake, or other top charting artists. Information on this FREE seminar follows.

When: Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2007
Where: SBA Entrepreneur Center
455 Market St., 6th Floor
San Francisco, CA 94105
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM