Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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How a simple student concert led to $500 in royalties and why performing rights matter.

👉 More True Stories: The Oddest Music Job I’ve Ever Had youtube.com/watch?v=xWEXkAtitls&list=PLbmzZda6sya4EjBqmcA-tCb4dXrRgwzur&index=6

Learn why joining a PRO is a must for composers and how this experience changed my perspective on the music business. This true story explores my first royalties, the power of performing rights, and why composers need to think beyond just creating music.

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What to watch next:
➡️ Into Light: My Synclavier Debut Live in Concert youtu.be/PoRqi8A-eH4

➡️ The Oddest Music Job I’ve Ever Had youtube.com/watch?v=xWEXkAtitls&list=PLbmzZda6sya4EjBqmcA-tCb4dXrRgwzur&index=6
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