The Songwriter’s and Musician’s Guide to Making Great Demos

The Songwriter's and Musician's Guide to Making Great Demos

Published in paperback by Writer’s Digest Books in 1988, 122 pages (ISBN 0-89879-305X)

  • New York Public Library “Book for the Teen-Age”
  • Published in the United Kingdom by Omnibus Press

“[This] book . . ., to get right to the point, is super. It is a must for those who are serious about giving exposure to their music!”
–Henry Mancini

“If you’re ready to make your demo and are confused about the process, this is an excellent place to start.”
Guitar Player

“A good starting place for a musician or songwriter who is getting ready to join the tough competitive world of, hopefully, successfully recorded music.”
Come-All-Ye

“A good book for the musician who is just starting a home studio or experimenting with MIDI or multitrack.”
Musical Merchandise Review

“Rachlin’s well-conceived manual offers suggestions and guidelines for songwriters who want to make a demonstration tape of their newest creation.”
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