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The power of a Grammy win: How to make the most of It

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On January 26, 2023

In Investing, Music Business, Saving, Taxes

Thank you so much for breaking my heart because you got me four Grammys.

Sam smith

A Grammy win is an unparalleled opportunity that can bring an artist to new heights of recognition, popularity, and financial success. But, with success comes responsibility. Artists who win a Grammy need to plan ahead and make sound decisions on how to best utilize the increased income before getting caught up in the excitement of winning. In this post, we’ll explore the various ways a Grammy win can impact an artist’s career and provide tips on how to maximize the benefits of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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Ep. 43: Classical musician & financial planner teaches musicians finance

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On April 19, 2020

In Podcast, Retirement, Saving, Taxes

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Scott Stratton is the founder and President of Good Life Wealth Management LLC, a Registered Investment Advisor in Addison, Texas. Scott began his financial planning career in 2004 after having been a faculty member at Texas Christian University and the State University of New York. Since that time, he has helped dozens of families create financial plans, and has managed over $400 million in investments. Scott takes pride in being a fiduciary and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification and Chartered Financial Analyst designation.

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Ep. 41: UNT Music Entrepreneurship Q&A

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On February 19, 2020

In Podcast, Saving, Taxes

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Spenser answers questions submitted by The University of North Texas Music Entrepreneurship students.

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Ep. 39: World-class composer fills his plate with pragmatism

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On October 2, 2019

In Music Business, Podcast, Saving, Taxes

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Richard DeRosa received a Grammy nomination for Best Instrumental Composition in 2015 for his big band composition “Neil”. He is a tenured full professor and Director of Jazz Composition and Arranging at the University of North Texas.

Mr. DeRosa’s most recent project was Joey Alexander with Strings where he served as conductor and arranger. The concerts premiered at Jazz at Lincoln Center in October 2018.

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Ep. 36: Instrument repairman builds business from scratch

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On September 11, 2019

In Insurance, Music Business, Podcast, Retirement, Taxes

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Tony Barrette is a professional saxophonist and repair specialist. In addition to co-owning TB Winds, he teaches woodwind instrument repair at the University of North Texas (UNT) to undergraduate and graduate students.

Before moving back to Denton, Tony worked as a saxophone repair specialist at Meridian Winds in East Lansing, Michigan, where he had the opportunity to work for the saxophone studios of Michigan State University and the University of Michigan. Tony was also previously based in Boston, Massachusetts.

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