Tara is a Minneapolis/St. Paul-based professional musician, voice/piano coach, booking mentor, speaker, podcaster, songwriter, and recording artist with over 30 years of dedicated experience in the music industry. Having cultivated multiple streams of income, Tara's expertise spans various facets of the musical landscape.Her journey in music began at the age of 6, performing alongside her family throughout northern MN and Ontario, Canada, and blossomed into a prolific career. Tara's early initiation into gig booking at age 15 paved the way for her to become a seasoned performer, actively engaging in approximately 100-200 gigs annually. Notably, she captivates audiences both solo and as part of The Brueskes, her brother duo, as well as through the popular tribute show to icons Olivia Newton-John and Anne Murray.Tara's commitment to empowering fellow musicians is evident in her comprehensive online course, notably the acclaimed "Getting the Gig: 4 Weeks to Book Like a Boss" and podcast show "The Engaging Voice". These resources serve as invaluable tools for indie musicians worldwide, enabling them to navigate the music business independently. Tara has taken another huge jump into the world of helping indie musicians through her new book: "20 Must Have Booking Tips Every Musician Needs"Tara derives immense joy from guiding musicians towards finding their confidence and establishing fulfilling careers in music, driven by their passion and authenticity.Read more about this authorRead less about this author