Modern Recording Techniques, Seventh Edition

Appendix B. Tax Tips for Musicians

by Jeffrey P. Fisher

Author’s Preface: Some might wonder why I included this excellent article on taxes within this book. Well, it’s a well-known fact that artists (and the general public at large) aren’t always money conscious … and with the burden of student loans, equipment cost and the decisions that goes with day-to-day living, it’s more important than ever to learn the value of careful financial decisions that could effect your credit rating, your ability to save and your financial security. Understanding the value of money, the power of a personal budget and the responsibilities that go with incurring a load of debt are just as important as anything you might learn in this book.

When I started in the biz, ...