How to Book Gig$ as a Solo Musician is the guide I WISH I had when I first started my journey as a solo performer.
Over the years, I've learned the ins and outs of securing meaningful gigs, building lasting relationships, and managing the behind-the-scenes work that makes a sustainable music career possible.
This book is my way of sharing those lessons with you, so you can avoid the mistakes I made and fast-track your success.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your performance career to the next level, How to Book Gig$ as a Solo Musician is your roadmap to a thriving and fulfilling musical journey.
Interview with David Chiriboga on his “Spanish Guitar Mastermind” podcast, talking about my book “How to Book Gig$ as a Solo Musician”.
“If you want to go full time as a musician, get this book! If you’re just starting your journey into the private event space, recently graduated with your music degree, or just want to take your music hobby and turn it into a full or part time profession, this would be the perfect guide for you to get started! I wish I had this when I got started. Although I’ve been a Spanish Guitarist for over 20 years, I’m always open to learning from other successful musicians. It’s all about continued progress. And I definitely got some new insights and reminders about how to level up my game." - David C, Flamenco Guitarist
“If you want to go full time as a musician, get this book! If you’re just starting your journey into the private event space, recently graduated with your music degree, or just want to take your music hobby and turn it into a full or part time profession, this would be the perfect guide for you to get started! I wish I had this when I got started. Although I’ve been a Spanish Guitarist for over 20 years, I’m always open to learning from other successful musicians. It’s all about continued progress. And I definitely got some new insights and reminders about how to level up my game." - David C, Flamenco Guitarist
"Extremely Useful and well written. This Book is a MUST for ANY musician not just guitarists, that wants to learn the right way and the right tools to take their craft and turn it into their business! The amount of information, insights and even templates to be able to know how to contact and what language to use when reaching out to venues, prospective clients for weddings, private events etc it’s just a useful that the price is just too low for the value offered! Thank you Jim!" - David A, Singer & Guitarist
"Extremely Useful and well written. This Book is a MUST for ANY musician not just guitarists, that wants to learn the right way and the right tools to take their craft and turn it into their business! The amount of information, insights and even templates to be able to know how to contact and what language to use when reaching out to venues, prospective clients for weddings, private events etc it’s just a useful that the price is just too low for the value offered! Thank you Jim!" - David A, Singer & Guitarist
"An absolute master in the field of music business! Jim Perona is one of the most talented and professional musicians I've ever had the privilege of knowing, and this book is sure to be an essential read and reference for any musician looking to put the pieces together of making music their full-time career. Navigating the not-so-fun business side of music can be daunting for all creative people, but I can assure you that you will be learning from the extremely humble and honest perspective of one of most genuine musicians out there. An absolute must read for all musicians!" - Michael L, Recording Artist, Performer, Music Producer and former "The Voice" contestant
"An absolute master in the field of music business! Jim Perona is one of the most talented and professional musicians I've ever had the privilege of knowing, and this book is sure to be an essential read and reference for any musician looking to put the pieces together of making music their full-time career. Navigating the not-so-fun business side of music can be daunting for all creative people, but I can assure you that you will be learning from the extremely humble and honest perspective of one of most genuine musicians out there. An absolute must read for all musicians!" - Michael L, Recording Artist, Performer, Music Producer and former "The Voice" contestant
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As a Billboard #1 recording artist and full-time classical guitarist with over 500 five-star client reviews, I love discussing the mindset, strategy, and systems behind sustainable music careers. If that resonates with your audience, let’s talk.