Hi ,

I get quite a few questions from subscribers of my newsletter regarding how to make contact with supervisors, music libraries, publishers, etc..  Although there is no one right way to approach professionals in the licensing business, there are some general guidelines you should follow. 

1) If there is a website listed in my directory (assuming you're using this resource) always check to see if there is a submission policy listed.  Often times companies will tell you how they prefer to have music submitted. Some companies prefer online submissions and other still prefer you mail them a physical CD.

2) If there isn't a clear submission policy for submitting music call or email them and find out how you can submit your music.  People often ask me whether they should call or email.  I used to prefer emailing as it's a bit less intrusive, but these days I just pick up the phone and speak to someone in person. It's much quicker and if they are open to hearing music they'll gladly tell you how to get it to them. Plus this method has the added benefit of putting a voice to your name which I think helps you stand out a bit more. 

3) Actually I don't think there is a number 3.  It's really pretty simple.  It's certainly not rocket science.  Find out if they need music, find out how they want it delivered and then deliver it.  It's as simple as that!

If you're serious about licensing your music and generating a passive income stream with your music I suggest getting my program "The A-Z Of Music Licensing".  It's the most comprehensive program I offer and explains very clearly EVERYTHING you need to know to start licensing your music either via a publisher or on your own. I also offer the program with one on one coaching where I work with your directly to help you get started. I'll work with you personally both via the phone and email to help you develop a game plan based on your own unique situation that you can implement immediately.

The A-Z Of Music Licensing is also available online for a discount of more than 20% off of the hard copy version.  Get the entire program for less than $40.00! The Online Program is also available with coaching as well!

If you're already pretty business savvy and understand how the music licensing business works, I also offer the 2008 Industry Directory that comes with my program separately.  The directory is a list of over 130 supervisors, publishers, music libraries, etc all working in the music licensing business.  Get the directory by itself here.

Happy Songwriting!
Aaron Davison
How To License Your Music.com