On development as an artist. Getting started ; Learning one's craft ; Formal education versus learning on the bandstand ; Is there such a thing as too much practice? ; Survival 101 : from sideman to leader
On composing and recording. When and how to record ; The art of writing a song ; The empty-vessel theory
On personal growth. Overcoming success and failure ; Ego check ; Self-assessment ; What are you sure you don't know?
On putting on a performance. Preparation for a performance ; The do's and don'ts of performing ; Learning from elders
On the business. Contracts : watch your money ; How to promote and present yourself ; The importance of a manager ; Getting a job and keeping it
Self-evaluation : do you have what it takes?
