How do I sell Jazz music that I write?

Question

Hi, I've been writing a number of jazz tunes, and I want to be able to sell what I write. I'm not sure how to go about doing that.
Thanks for any ideas you may have.

Right now it is just notes and all on music paper, and I have parts for each instrument. I don't have anything recorded on CD right now. I could do that, but I'd have to hire musicians to do a demo. I'm not sure what might be best. I really would like to be able to sell what I do. THANKS

Answer 1

Go to a book store and see if you can score the most current edition of "Songwriter's Market" by Writer's Digest Books published by F&W Publications out of Cincinnati. Don't know if the series is up to date, but it is invaluable. As far as a demo is concerned, get one because you're nowhere without it!! Publishers don't want fancy, just basics. If you play an instrument that's all you need. A full-blown band is a waste of time and money. If you have lyrics, one singer and one instrument of choice does the job. Good luck, it's a jungle out there!

Answer 2

The reason is money. Old artist alive and dead don't generate the dollars that young artist do. Records, sorry CD sells are mostly done by young people. While we older folks still stand by our artist we don't spend as much. Also, with the advent of downloading from Itunes, the younger generation makes those artist more popular. I'm pretty sure there's some site on the web that can give you more data. I just know that most of the artist I've loved over the years are dead. There are some good young ones' out there. Good luck with the paper.

Answer 3

best bet would be to get a commission from a university