Dworkin, Aaron P.,

The entrepreneurial artist : lessons from highly successful creatives / Aaron P. Dworkin. - 1 online resource.

Includes bibliographical references.

William Shakespeare: the upstart -- Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: loved by God -- Jeff Daniels: the hard work -- Bill T. Jones: dancing through doubt -- Lin-Manuel Miranda: taking his shot -- Rachel Barton Pine: playing through adversity -- Damien Sneed: balance is a boon -- Lee Greenwood: proud to be an American -- Marin Alsop: conducting dedication -- Damon Gupton: an artistic nomad -- Chip Davis: tinkering with a steamroller -- Midori: three dauntless violins -- Wynton Marsalis: the box and the horn -- Conclusion: Da capo al fine.

"Very few artists are skilled at promoting themselves and their work. Drawing on the accomplishments of Shakespeare, Mozart, and several contemporary creatives, including Lin-Manuel Miranda and Wynton Marsalis, this engaging and practical guide will help you achieve artistic fulfillment, both personally and professionally--no matter your medium"--

9781538129548 (epub)

2019019560


Performing arts--Vocational guidance.
Performing arts--Economic aspects.
Entrepreneurship.
Music entrepreneurship.
Entertainers--Biography.
Artists--Biography.
Successful people--Biography.

PN1580

791.023