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The law firm of Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C. of Boston, MA is pleased to announce its Gold level sponsorship of the 2008 Massachusetts Family Business Awards program, an annual competition designed to promote and highlight the many achievements of Massachusetts-based, family owned businesses.

Ed Tarlow, a founding member of Tarlow, Breed Hart & Rodgers, P.C. has been instrumental in the creation of the Massachusetts Family Business Awards program, now entering its second successful year. Tarlow teamed up with Ted Clark, the Executive Director of The Northeastern University Center for Family Business, to develop the program, honoring the most successfully run and managed family businesses in Massachusetts.

The firm’s tax and estate planning attorneys regularly advise business owners and their families on the complexities of estate planning and administration, taxation and corporate law. Attorney Richard Breed notes, “The Family Business Awards Program provides a unique opportunity to salute the numerous contributions of family owned businesses, which are too often overlooked. We have built lasting relationships with many family owned businesses over the years and we look forward to providing continued assistance and support to this critical segment of our local economy.”

Recent statistics indicate that more than 80 % of all business enterprises in North America are family owned and operated, and that they account for 60% of total U.S. employment, 78% of all new jobs, and 65% of wages paid. Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers focuses on working with family businesses, in particular, assisting them with the challenges of business succession between generations, as well as with issues involving corporate law, taxation, litigation, and estate planning.

The 2008 Massachusetts Family Business Awards event will be held on May 8, 2008 at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Cambridge, MA. Speakers will include Jim Kaloyanides, President and COO of New England Coffee, and Phyllis Godwin, Chairman, Granite City Electric Supply. David Wade, award-winning journalist and co-anchor of WBZ-TV News’ weekday newscasts at morning and noon will serve as Host of Ceremonies for the event.

Please visit www.nuffi.org for tickets, or for more information about the Massachusetts Family Business Awards program.

Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C.

Formed in 1991, Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C. is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive legal services to its clients. Featuring a breadth and depth of experience and perspective usually found only at larger law firms, Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers. P.C. offers sophisticated legal counsel to entrepreneurs, businesses, individuals, families, and institutions.

In addition to taxation and estate planning, the firm’s areas of expertise include corporate law, employment matters, mergers and acquisitions, litigation and dispute resolution, real estate, bankruptcy, and municipal law. The expertise and collegiality of the firm’s fifty plus members, associates, and support staff has consistently resulted in the building of lasting relationships of trust and confidence.

The offices of Tarlow, Breed, Hart & Rodgers, P.C. are located at 101 Huntington Avenue, Prudential Center, in Boston, MA 02199. For additional information, or to arrange for a consultation, please call 1-617-218-2000, e-mail info@tbhr-law.com, or visit www.tbhr-law.com

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For the self-promoting independent artist, the idea of taking on a radio promotion campaign can, in itself, become overwhelming. But, this idea is usually based on such artists attempting to obtain worldwide airplay on a local budget.

And, in doing so, self-promoting independent artists quickly discover another factor not usually considered previously…that engaging in a worldwide radio promotion campaign translates to hundreds and, possibly, thousands of CD units for media contacts alone.

As you can see, this can also quickly become a nightmare for indie artists, particularly, if the promotion budget only allows for the purchase of 1,000-CD packages at a time.

Starting in the 1980’s, college radio became a dominant force in not only discovering independent recording artists, but also in introducing new artists to the general public. Hundreds of these particular artists have gone on to become established ‘household’ names.

Likewise, the college radio level has a continued history of presenting, practically, all forms of music, much of which would never see the proverbial light of day at the commercial radio level and, in many cases, neither at the non commercial level.

Therefore, if an artist has limited funds for radio promotion, it is highly advisable that the he begin exclusively with college radio for the following reasons:

* Far easier and faster access to airwaves

* Far more plentiful specialty and mix shows and programs

* Greater chances for both in-studio and telephone interviews to promote music releases

* More possibilities for station ID checks for further publicity

* Corresponding college campus newspapers that will more readily accept and support music aired on their campus stations for creating a campus-wide buzz

* A ready and built-in market in the campus community for repeated live performances to further support and supplement campus airplay and campus press coverage

* An opportunity for grassroots distribution through supplying both campus bookstores and campus music stores with music releases

Is the college market a viable market for your music sales?

Though the question is rhetorical in nature, please review the below U. S. college population statistics:

* There are 631 public 4-year colleges and universities that have a combined student population of 6,236,455.

* There are also 1,835 private 4-year colleges and
universities with a combined student population of 3,440,953.

* Additionally, there exists 1,081 public 2-year colleges with a combined student population of 5,996,701.

* Even further, 621 private 2-year colleges host another 253,878 students.

This brings the average U. S. student population total to a whopping 15,927,987 minimum every year. And, more
people are attending some form of higher education than
ever before.

Now, even the least popular music genres are certain to find a financial comfort zone with a market of almost 16 million unique principals.

So, what results could really popular commercial music
genres experience, simply by working the various entities of the college market, i.e., campus radio, campus press, campus bookstores, campus music stores, campus live performances? Quite pleasant ones, I would suspect.

But, remember! The above statistics only reference the
United States college/university potential listenership. College radio also has a respectable portion of listeners who are *not* students.

Add to that, listeners of college radio who strictly listen to the streaming portion of college radio online, and who may, or may not, be in the college’s geographical area, i.e., military service members.

Plus, there is lot more of the college market abroad, of which U. S.-based artists would do well to approach English-speaking nations first, i.e., United Kingdom, Australia, Ireland, subsequently, moving into additional nations.

While it may (or may not) be true that it is possible for commercial radio stations to be the primary driving force behind most retail sales, that theory may not be so valid today, given the fact that:

* With the Internet, artists are no longer required to sell millions of CDs to make a great living financially

* Artists have greater and easier access to far more radio stations (broadcast, satellite, internet, college)

* With the college community, and all of its combined
promotion and sales aspects (radio, bookstores, music stores, live performances), if conducted correctly, the college market campaign can equalize and, in some cases, even supersede commercial radio results.
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Top 10 College Enrollment:

Miami-Dade College (51,717)
University of Texas at Austin (50,616)
Ohio State University (48,477)
University of Minnesota—Twin Cities (46,597)
University of Florida (46,516)
Arizona State University (45,693)
Texas A&M University (44,618)
Michigan State University (44,227)
University of Wisconsin Madison (40,912)
Pennsylvania State University at University Park (40,828)

(The above figures were reported in Almanac 2004-2005,
published by the Chronicle of Higher Education,
August 27, 2004.)
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What College Students Spend on Music:

According to a recent Harris Interactive survey, college students spend $200 billion…that’s right…BILLION dollars per year, with 76% of the students having spent $2,746,000 on music alone.

Note: As an added advantage, the self-promoting independent artist should also create an Internet radio promotion campaign simultaneously, since most ‘net stations are accepting of MP3 files for airplay, thus, reducing packaging and shipping costs
of CDs to stations.

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Looking for work can be tough. No one ever said the process was easy. In fact, it can be rather difficult, especially when the economy is in such a downturn. But that is definitely not an excuse to get discouraged. Even though times might seem tough, there are job opportunities out there. You just have to know where to look. Some of the places are right under your nose, such as a job in a children’s museum.

One key to finding entry level jobs in Boston is a capability to make the most of any job search. That is, whether you scour over the classifieds or search the web for job opportunities, you need to jump on any and everything that fits in with your industry specifications and skills.

Looking for entry level jobs in Boston doesn’t have to be a big to-do, either. Rather, if you make a conscious effort each and everyday to search, sooner or later, you will find an appropriate position for you. You don’t have to accept any old job, either. But it is important that you don’t set your standards too high. Not that you shouldn’t shoot for the stars, but it’s important to be realistic. If you don’t have a day’s worth of experience as a graphic designer but only apply to jobs as an art director, you’re most likely going to be out of luck.

Entry level jobs in Boston are all over the city. It’s just a matter of buckling down and finding them. Try searching the web for phrases like “Boston jobs + field of interest.” The results should be numerous. You can also try your hand at well-known job sites. Just be sure to narrow down your search specifications to Boston. This will save you time and ensure all the job postings you come across will be relevant to your area.

If you live close to a college campus, you may also wish to make a stop by the student center or job resources office. More often than not, there are postings for all sorts of jobs from part-time fare to entry level work on a central bulletin. If you are going to Boston University or another college in the area, they are great at placing you.

By making it a habit to utilize the resources around you, finding entry level jobs in Boston should be a breeze. All it takes is a little bit of determination.

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Today, music can be heard anywhere, at any given time. With the advanced technology that we have now, people are now more open to the idea of mp3s or portable music players, while listening to their favorite tunes at work. As compared to before, music can only be heard on the radio, whereas today, it can be played even in one’s cellular telephone. Indeed, music is now becoming a lifestyle and is fast developing into a bigger world—the world of music business.

People may not notice it, but wherever they go, there is music. With this idea in mind, music lovers and enthusiasts try and share their love and life of music by coming up with music-based businesses that cater to music lovers worldwide. The music business is not just about who gets to be on the top hits chart, but a longtime approach in taking music to the next level.

From getting the latest models in cellular phones, almost anyone can listen to their own taste of music. Of course, let us not forget the power of mp3 players, which made the way to expanding the music business by having several different brands that offer such devices. But these are just gadgets that offer convenient music, not anything else. At home, everyone can experience music by just turning on their radio, or watching music videos from their television.

And let us not forget how powerful the Internet has become. Even the world of music paved its way to the interactive world, making it even more powerful and open to everyone. The music business in the Internet cannot be categorized in just one line. Music businesses online offers different music related services that cater to anyone, anywhere in the world. From uploading music, listening, to rating music, different websites offer such services for music lovers worldwide.

But the interactive world of music business does not stop from there. With the Internet minds developing, music enthusiasts can now upload their own music, and share it with the rest of the world. People with musical talents need not to audition their music, for this process can be done online, and with the help of music businesses out there, anyone can achieve their dream of becoming a music artist.

With all these in mind, people can now be more updated when it comes to music. Having the Internet alone can change their perspective on hip hop, and will make them love classical. It all depends on the user and his preferences, and also how music businesses share their love of music.

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