“The ‘knowledge-is-power’ concept has always ruled in the music industry. This book will make you appreciate the value of knowledge… as the currency of the future.”
Due for publication in early 2006.

This book will be:-
- A comprehensive reference book for all sectors of the music business
- A practical guide on the workings of the music industry in South Africa 
- A self-help guide and manual for people in the music industry sector
- A detailed reference of ‘who is who” i.e. the people and organisations operating in the sector
- A resource to fill the gaps in the SA music education sector
- Accessible and easy-to-read
- A relevant, entertaining and up-to-date look at the industry

The message… “first of its kind…one of a kind…everything you always wanted to know”

The Book will work to:-
- Provide a comprehensive, high utility tool that will compliment and inform business performance and practice
- Provide a contextual global ‘practice’ perspective 
- Link music education and training to ‘best practice’ in the music industry
- Provide a benchmark of SA standards
- Address issues of copyright and royalties and how to make money in the business
- Demystify the business behind the business 

Note...the book will have a style and structure that will allow for new editions catering for advancements and changes in the music industry

Sample Chapter Outline:
- History of the music industry
- The Essence of the Music Business: 
- The Governing laws
- Copyright and other rights
- The music industry – what is it? 
- The Seven Sectors of the industry
- An international perspective African & global case studies
- The Sector structures
- Developing sectors (dj’s compilations, remixes, music in film) 
- Sector institutions, unions, associations and organizations, including all current contact info
- Government and the Music Industry
- Ethics HIV-Aids & health, team work , disclosures, best practices, with comprehensive do’s and don'ts

The appendix will provide:- 
- Glossary for music business ‘jargon’
- Draft forms used in each sector for all tasks, and where to locate them
- Sample contracts ie deal memos, booking forms, stat sheets
- Educational & Training institutions