Cruz, Edgar 2017-01-13

This interview features Edgar Cruz as he discusses the business side of being a solo guitarist. In this interview, Mr. Cruz describes the business acumen needed for promoting himself as a musician. He also explains how his business grew, as well as some of the people he has worked with over the years.

General Interview Information

Interviewee Name: Edgar Cruz

Additional Parties Recorded:

Date: January 13, 2017

Location: via phone

Interviewer: Daniel Sanchez

Length: 00:47:36 (47 minutes)

Abstract

Introduction and getting started with his business; Recording his albums; expanding his business; Filming a documentary; doing workshops; Other performers he's worked with; Closing discussions

Access Information

Original Recording Format: born digital

Recording Format Notes: patrons may listen to a CD copy in our reading room

Transcript: transcript available on dspace <https://hdl.handle.net/10605/373950 >

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