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A COURSE IN CREATING YOUR BREAKTHROUGH RELEASE W I T H C E L E B V O C A L C O A C H C A R I C O L E YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD INSIDE THE PROGRAM A Course in Creating Your Breakthrough Release

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A COURSE INCREATING YOURBREAKTHROUGH

RELEASE

WITH CELEB VOCAL COACH CARI C

OLE

YOUREXCEPTIONAL

RECORD

Y O U REXCEPTIONALR E C O R DINSIDE THE PROGRAM

A Course in Creating Your Breakthrough Release

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WELCOME!

I’M THRILLED YOU’RE INTERESTED IN YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD – THE ONLINE COURSE PROGRAM IN CREATING A BREAKTHROUGH RECORD.

Our mission is to help you realize your full potential and make the impact in the world that you were meant to make with your music. The world needs you. It needs that special thing you’ve been dreaming of since you were little.

Whether you’re releasing your first record or your fifth, whether you’re trying to find your signature sound and style, or whether you’ve toured for years and are ready for a breakthrough or are just about to reinvent yourself...

The secret to your success as an artist lies in your product. I’ve successfully mentored hundreds of artists around the globe and helped them breakthrough to a whole new level with their records and become a desirable commodity in the industry. Now my deepest desire is that I’m able to help you do the same.

YOU CAN DO THIS.

Rawr, Mama Lion (Aka: Cari)

Learn what it takes to be purposeful and strategic with your music every single day and become the undeniable artist with the confidence, the brand and the product to go the distance.

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ABOUT THE FOUNDER, CARI COLE:

Cari Cole is one of the most respected and in-demand vocal coaches, technique teacher and clinician, songwriter and music producer, and artist development experts in the music industry. Cari’s client list includes Grammy winners, American Idol finalists, legendary rock stars, major and indie label artists and thousands of aspiring and emerging artists.

She has worked with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry and Cari’s formula works. Her weekly online Ezine, Standing in the Spotlight, contains news, techniques and coaching tips for singers and songwriters, bands and music industry professionals, empowering them in their craft and careers.

Cari is an expert on technique, vocal health, performance, artists development and career success. She teaches online courses to singers and songwriters all over the world in her Step Up to the Spotlight and Fast Forward Programs. Cari’s two-sided approach – as an artist and industry insider – brings a wealth of knowledge and creativity to the business of music. To find out about Cari’s products and programs, visit her website/blog: caricole.com.

Cari’s CD “Circle of Fire” is inspired by the NY Times bestselling book The Four Agreements. You can order your copy at cdbaby or on iTunes.

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SO WHAT IS YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD?Your Exceptional Record is an 8 class online-based webinar training course that shows you step-by-step how to record your breakthrough release.

Breaking through as an artist is a process of finding your signature songs, finding your unique message and identity, carving your unique style, genre & sound, building your artist brand and bringing your music to a place where people in the industry are knocking down doors to work with you.

THERE IS ONE WAY TO DO THAT. WRITE, RECORD AND PRODUCE EXCEPTIONAL MUSIC.

What makes this program unique is the fact it is the only course of its kind. From choosing the right songs and recording them to studying the science behind breakthrough releases, this course will take you step by step through what it really takes to make a record that breaks through.

We don’t teach you how to replicate someone else’s success. We teach you how to step into your own spotlight, so you can stay true to yourself and become the artist you are supposed to be – authentic, completely empowered, and totally undeniable by everyone.

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PRO VOCALS

PRO PRODUCTION

MIXING & MASTERING SECRETS

BRANDINGYOUR ALBUM

SURE FIRE 24 WKRECORDING PLAN

KEYS TO GREAT A & R

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IS YER RIGHT FOR ME?

Whether you’re an established artist or an emerging one, you’ll learn the science behind making a breakthrough release, the steps to build your own and the wisdom to go the distance.

Artists coming out of YER have created serious leverage with their new releases and gained industry attention that prior to the course they had been unable to attain.

This course is perfect for you if you are in the middle of making your record (could turn it into something bigger which we’ve done for artists mid-stream in their project), or you’re getting ready to record your next record, or are writing for your next record.

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HEAR FROM YER GRADS

We’re honored to have so many outstanding reviews from our graduates and a vital, passionate community of YER’ers who can attest to the power of this program!

“I’ve made the mistake of recording and releasing music on my own, without much guidance, and I wasted a lot of time and money in the process. Now, after taking Your Exceptional Record with Cari, I’m making another record and this time I’m prepared! The face time with Cari, the guest speakers, and the relationships I formed with my fellow class members were invaluable. Plus, the class was just super fun. Do yourself a favor and invest in this course – it will more than pay for itself with the valuable knowledge and connections you’ll gain.” –ROBYN CAGE, ROBYNCAGE.COM

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WHAT EXACTLY WILL I LEARN?

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD’S COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM WILL HELP YOU TURN YOUR MUSIC INTO AN UNDENIABLY EXCEPTIONAL RECORD THAT TURNS HEADS, WINS AWARDS AND GAINS MASSIVE FANS, FOLLOWERS + INDUSTRY ATTENTION.

There are 8 core webinar classes with slides, worksheets and checklists to help you deepen the experience along with a dynamic library of resources and advanced training modules.

It’s so important to know what you’re getting, that’s why we share our exact curriculum, so you can make sure this program is right for you.

DEVELOP YOUR

SIGNATURE SOUND

FIND A PRODUCER

WHO’S RIGHT FOR

YOU

CHOOSE WINNING SONGS

TRACK VOCALS

LIKE A PRO

STAND OUT ABOVE THE

NOISE

RECORD YOUR MASTERPIECE

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8 YER WEBINAR CLASSES 90 MIN EACH

CLASS 1: The Keys to Great A & R (Artist & Repertoire) The Science & System Behind True A & R. How to Nail your Musical Direction + Niche as an Artist & Claim Your Unique Space

CLASS 2: Your Album’s Award Winning SonglistHow to Choose the Right Songs that Win Awards, Gain Placements, and Garner Industry Praise & Critical Acclaim

CLASS 3: Digging Into Your Story, Genre & SoundExploring and Discovering your Signature Sound and Distinctive Production To Set You Apart

CLASS 4: Tracking Vocals Like a Pro How to Avoid Common Mistakes Most Artists Make on Their Vocals & the Behind-the-Scenes Secret Weapons of Vocal Arrangers & Producers

CLASS 5: Finding the Right Producer + Production TeamHow to Find & Build a Team that Supports your Vision and Helps You Get There (SPECIAL GUEST: AWARD WINNING MUSIC PRODUCER)

CLASS 6: The Mixing & Mastering ProcessHow to Get the Most Out of Your Mixing & Mastering Engineers (SPECIAL GUEST: AWARD WINNING MIXING OR MASTERING ENGINEER)

CLASS 7: Your Sure-Fire 24 Week Recording Schedule The Preparation & Execution of Professional Records - It’s All in the Details

CLASS 8: Taking Your Release to the World the Smart Way including Branding + Copywriting Essentials Bio, Elevator Pitch + Press Release (SPECIAL GUEST: MUSIC BIO/COPYWRITER)

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CLASS 1: THE KEYS TO GREAT A & R (ARTIST & REPERTOIRE) THE SCIENCE & SYSTEM BEHIND TRUE A & R. HOW TO NAIL YOUR MUSICAL DIRECTION + NICHE AS AN ARTIST AND CLAIM YOUR UNIQUE SPACE

Class 1 Audio/Slides: The Keys to Great A & R

The Singer’s Gift Vocal Warmups

Warm Up, Don’t Wear Out

17 Vocal Exercises designed to open your voice for performance & ease strain right away. Comes

with a cool down exercise for post performance.

Signature Songwriting 2 Module Master Pack

How to write distinctive songs that create a signature.

Designed specifically for artists to learn signature songwriting.

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CLASS ONE:THE KEYS TO GREAT A & R (ARTIST & REPERTOIRE)

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

The System Behind Finding Your Musical Direction & Claiming Your Unique Space

RESEARCH:STUDY, LEARN, DIG THE WELL, LOOK FOR AND FIND YOUR MUSE, YOUR REASON.

Write lyrics and find concepts that make you feel deeply, not lightly. You are looking

for subjects and messages that resonate deeply with you, your core – words that you

have to dig to write. And if you are an instrumentalist then what moves you to play has

to be something other-worldly. Subjects that bring you to your knees. People respond to

emotion – what they can feel inside themselves. We are all looking to feel more deeply

so we can release something inside that is trapped – or find joy. You have to give that

to have an exceptional record. And to give it you have to go there. Nothing less.

Write a sketch of a song every day. You want to flex your songwriting muscles and

there is no better way than writing every day. Instead of “morning pages” write

“morning song sketches.”

WRITE YOUR LIST OF SONGS IN PROGRESS BELOW:

SONG CONCEPTS/TITLES SONGS IN PROGRESS FINISHED SONGS

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MODULE ONE:THE 12 STEP SIGNATURE SONG SYSTEM WORKSHEET

SIGNATURE SONGWRITING MASTER PACK

STEPS 1-7:If you are in the process of choosing songs for your record then replace “write a song”

with “choose a song” from your catalog.

After doing this worksheet (or during), don’t be afraid to change song selections for

your record or go back and tweak lyrics to make your songs better. You may end up

writing new ones that could be the front-runners of your next record, Don’t put your

record out until you have songs that show your signature.

TELL A STORY. Signature songs tell a story of the artist in such a way that it introduces “who they

are” to the public. They are “branding” tools. To help you find the qualities of your

personality that might be interesting to others, we examine pivotal moments in their

life that built character. Write your top 3 pivotal moments below. Then write a song

about those moments in a way that reveals what you learned.

PIVOTAL MOMENT 1:

What did I learn?

PIVOTAL MOMENT 2:

What did I learn?

PIVOTAL MOMENT 3:

STEP 1

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MODULE TWO:SONG CRAFTING

SIGNATURE SONGWRITING MASTER PACK

STEPS 8-12:(STEPS 1-7 ARE IN MODULE ONE)

LYRIC TWISTS + TURNS Have as many of these in your song as you can muster!

l The first 4 lines should reveal the song without giving away the hook/chorus.

l Keep attention with surprise lyrics (a phrase leads you to think a common word is

coming and then you surprise them).

l Use internal rhymes (within a phrase).

l Replace common words with clever words (avoid overused words like love, pain,

night, light etc.) Try using a Synonym Finder.

MASTERFUL MELODIES + MUSIC

l Each section should have it’s own arc (a rise in melody), with a bigger arc

through the whole song.

l Work Your Melody, Don’t only move your melody along with the chords, look for

notes outside of the chords.

l Match melodies in sections.

l Pay attention to the groove you use (make it feel good.)

l Make the tempo serve the song! Contrast works sometimes!

l Change chords at the top of each section. Try relative minors (see wheel

diagram on slides) to use a “similar” chord but with a darker feel.

STEP 8

STEP 9

Signature Sound E-Book

Singers Gift Guide

Step Up Tools &

Techniques

AUDIO/SLIDES

WORKSHEETS

RESOURCE LIBRARY

YER HOT BONUSES!

The Keys to Great A & R

Signature Songwriting

Module 1

Signature Songwriting

Module 2

The minute you register for YER, you get these hot bonuses for immediate download to get started right away!

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CLASS 1: THE KEYS TO GREAT A & RA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 1

WHY MOST RECORDS FAIL (AND HOW YOURS WON’T, IF…) � Why many more records fail than succeed – and how to

avoid album failure forever.

� The #1 thing every label looks for on a record (and why you should too – and it’s not just a hit).

� The most important thing on your record: without it you’ll hear crickets…

UNDER THE HOOD OF A & R (ARTIST & REPERTOIRE) � The responsibilities of A & R. Learn the inside process used

by pro’s and how to apply the form to your next project.

� Why what you’ve been told by the industry is not the right advice to follow if you want to have an exceptional record.

� How to determine the best way to showcase your unique gifts + talents on your record.

� Why you cannot be the best judge of your work.

HOT YER BONUS: THE SIGNATURE SONGWRITING 2 MODULE MASTER PACK – How to Write Distinctive Songs That Create a Signature

SIGNATURE SONGWRITING MASTER PACK: MODULE 1 � The 10 Step Signature Song System, Steps 1 – 7, The

fool proof system to writing signature songs.

� How to build your signature into your songs.

� The publisher-songwriter story (why you might not be digging deep enough).

� Where great songs come from and how to stop denying yourself of yours.

� Going Into Your Cave: Writing from a vulnerable place + mine (as in a miner digging for gold) your real message.

� Getting to the Good Stuff: How to write from where you are instead of what you think you are “supposed” to write (I.e.: start listening to what your soul needs to write).

� Why you should start with lyrics (but you can listen to music while you’re writing).

� The Signature Song Worksheet: The fool proof system to writing signature songs.

SIGNATURE SONGWRITING MASTER PACK: MODULE 2 � The 10 Step Signature Song System, Step 8 – 10. The

fool proof system to writing signature songs.

� What are artistic signature elements and why you need them.

� Masterful Melodies that Build Tension and Release: The arc of a great melody.

� Writing Lyrics that Blow People Away: Besides your friends and family.

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CLASS 1: THE KEYS TO GREAT A & RA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 1

� The Trick to Finishing Songs: Ditching perfectionism + mastering the craft.

� Why rewriting is the key to great songwriting

� Song review formula to live by! (Timing – melody – lyrics – “Cringe Factor” – work until it’s smooth and seamless).

� How + why to find a great co-writing partner and my tips for how to get the most out of your co-writes.

HOW TO ELIMINATE COMPETITION AND STAND OUT � Why you must avoid copycatting if you want to

stand out.

� How standing your own ground even against trends gives you an automatic advantage over other records

� How to bring your fans + followers to their knees begging for more…

MOMENTUM TOOLKIT + RESOURCE SUPPORT � Each module comes with a Momentum Builder Toolkit

with downloadable worksheets, resources and tools to apply immediately!

� Signature Songwriting 2 Module Master Pack Series: How to Write Distinctive Songs That Create a Signature

� The Ultimate Performer Tools + Techniques Guidebook with Cari’s Ultimate Performance Prep to own the stage and your performance skills on a whole new level.

� The Singers Gift Vocal Warmups: Warm Up, Don’t Wear Out.

� Get real results with your voice whether you are just starting out or are a seasoned pro. Comes with the Singers Gift Instructional Guide to deepen your experience of each Singers Gift vocal exercise.

I knew that I wanted to make sure my next record was the best piece of art that I am capable of making at this point. I had been floored, inspired, and impressed by my results from Cari’s Step Up and Fast Forward Programs, so I had a feeling I would get a lot out of her Exceptional Record Course. From checklists to help with song selection to motivation to learning how to not settle for anything less than my best, I have made leaps and bounds forward in decisions and actions I had been putting off for way to long. I have absolutely no doubt that I will continue to use various tools and modules of this program over the course of the next few months as I finish my re-debut, self-titled record. I love Cari Cole’s courses. I heartily recommend my musician friends take them all the time. They do, and they end up loving them, too! – ALYSE BLACK, ALYSEBLACK.COM

HEAR FROM A YER GRAD

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CLASS 2: YOUR ALBUM’S AWARD WINNING SONGLISTHOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SONGS THAT WIN AWARDS, GAIN PLACEMENTS, AND GARNER INDUSTRY PRAISE & CRITICAL ACCLAIM

Class 2 Audio/Slides: Choosing Your Best Songs

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WRITE 3-4X THE AMOUNT OF MATERIAL YOU NEED –

so you have a selection to choose from.

WRITE FIRST, EDIT LATER.

Don’t edit while you write – it stops the creative flow. Get the song out first – then go

back and edit, tweak.

EXAMINE: Put your songs under a microscope. What songs are your best? Use the

Best Song Criteria Checklist, replace filler lyric lines, filler melodies.

IDENTIFY: Narrow down your top 20.

FEEDBACK: Consult your Inner Circle (Try 3 at a time.) Then do another round of top

ten.

FILTER + TWEAK SONGS: Sift through the comments and filter them – take what

resonates with you and go to work tweaking, editing, rewriting. Consult your Inner

Circle once they are perfected.

ARRIVE: At your Top 10 Best Songs.

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YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

WRITE A LOT OF SONGS:

WRITING VS. EDITING:

A FIVE STEP PROCESS:

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TRUTH.

Best songs say something real and are hard won. These songs are from real

experiences.

EXAMPLE: Someone Like You/Adele, Love Song/Sara Bareilles, Beautiful/Linda Perry

VISION.

The vision and clarity of the song is intact - it’s clear what it’s about (for the writer first).

EXAMPLE: Your Body Is Wonderland/John Mayer, Imagine/John Lennon.

A STRONG PASSIONATE MESSAGE:

Great songs have a strong passionate message – that makes a statement and

resonates.

EXAMPLE: You Outta Know/Alanis Morrisette, Man In the Mirror/Michael Jackson

A WELL-WRITTEN LYRIC:

Best songs have extremely well written lyrics w/ no filler lyrics or cliché rhymes.

EXAMPLE: Apologize/One Republic, Rain/Patty Griffin, Criminal/Fiona Apple,

A WELL WRITTEN MELODY:

Best songs have a great melody that has an arc (moves up concentrically through

sections to climax with a few melodic surprises or twists and turns.

EXAMPLE: Yesterday/Beatles, Every Breath You Take/Police, One of Us/Joan

Osborne, Locked Out Of Heaven, Bruno Mars , Stay/Rihanna, Titanium/Sia, Blue/Joni

Mitchell

MORE THAN ONE HOOK:

Best songs have 1-2-3 hooks (melodic + lyrical and instrumental hooks – riffs etc.)

EXAMPLE: Message in A Bottle/Police, Smooth, Santana, Purple Rain/Prince, Stairway

to Heaven/Led Zeppelin., Yellow/Coldplay.

CLASS TWO:BEST SONG CRITERIA CHECKLIST

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WORKSHEETS

Choosing Your Best Songs

Best Song Criteria

Checklist

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CLASS 2: YOUR ALBUM’S AWARD WINNING SONGLISTA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 2

THE KILLER KEY TO GREAT RECORDS AND “BEST NEW ARTIST” (DON’T EVEN CONSIDER MAKING A GREAT RECORD WITHOUT THIS!) � It’s so much more than a good voice and great

production. Learn the killer key element that’ll make your record resonate in a big way.

� All records that don’t make it, fail to execute this. Don’t let this happen to you!

� Find out what producers, artists and taste-makers know that they are not sharing with you!

WHAT MOST PRODUCERS OR PEOPLE WILL FAIL TO TELL YOU ABOUT YOUR SONGS � What songs need to have in them to go the distance.

� Making an exceptional record is so much more than just a few good songs…

� Are your songs half baked and you hope the production saves them? Don’t let this happen to you ever again!

TURN YOUR RECORD INTO REAL MONEY (AND MASSIVE UNBELIEVABLE ARTISTIC SUCCESS) � How to know beyond a shadow of a doubt the key

ingredients that will make your album profitable or artistically successful.

� What all breakthrough records have that you can have on your record too.

� How to not sell your soul and still dominate the charts.

HOW TO BRAND BEFORE YOU EVEN START RECORDING � The secrets to branding that most recording teams fail

to recognize.

� Why selling your soul or trying to be “commercial” is the curse of any record (and how to avoid that)!

� How to make your record strike a chord and inspire people beyond your wildest dreams!

“I’ve been a vocalist on many other albums, but I’ve never driven the creation of my own record as a solo artist. What I learned from working with Cari would have taken me years (and probably thousands of dollars wasted on mediocre records) to learn on my own. I now know exactly what I must do to make sure my first solo album gets noticed and touches fans. In YER I got personal attention from Cari AND connected with a group of stellar musicians who will continue to inspire me and support my growth as an artist for years to come. If you’re just starting out like me and you’re considering working with Cari: get off the fence. Cari Cole is the real deal. And she will not let you down.” – KIN

HEAR FROM A YER GRAD

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CLASS 3: DIGGING INTO YOUR STORY, GENRE & SOUNDEXPLORING & DISCOVERING YOUR SIGNATURE SOUND & DISTINCTIVE PRODUCTION TO SET YOU APART

Class 3 Audio/Slides: Digging Into Your Story,

Genre & Sound

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CLASS THREE:DIGGING INTO YOUR SOUND + STORY WORKSHEET

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

Exploring and Discovering Your Signature Sound and Distinctive Production

Great records have a distictive “sound”. Use this worksheet to define yours.

YOUR DISTINCTIVE SOUNDASSIGNMENTS:

PRODUCTION ELEMENTS: TWITTER MUSIC

Listen to Twitter Music for production elements to sculpt your new sound. Twitter

Music is based on algorithms online. It pulls up the most talked about artists online

It’s a great search tool for finding new music and music about to emerge that you

haven’t heard yet. This is important because you want your music to have a modern

edge on it – no better way to do that than to listen to what’s coming up so you can

get ahead of the curve.

Write down new sounds, bands + production ideas you discover here:

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WORKSHEETS RESOURCE LIBRARY

Digging Into Your Sound

Breakthrough Records

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CLASS 3: DIGGING INTO YOUR STORY, GENRE & SOUNDA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 3

HOW YOUR ALBUM’S STORY CAN INSPIRE THE WORLD OR FIZZLE OUT � How to never again be confused about what to write about!

� How your story informs your record and becomes a killer branding tool.

� How you should never ever sell out on your record, but you do have to sell in.

� Telling a great story is not about airing your dirty laundry but using life to show by example. Make sure you tell yours the way people can digest it!

HOW TO UNDERSTAND THERE IS ONLY ONE YOU ANDHOW TO CAPITALIZE ON IT! � Knowing that artists are generally sensitive, anxious,

kinda shy and introverted people who doubt themselves and that’s part of what makes them special. Learn how to capitalize on your nature not fight it.

� Never tell a story that your family will love, tell stories that the world will love.

� I’ve never yet met an artist who didn’t have it in them. Find out how to bring it forward in a way that expresses who you are.

THE REASON PEOPLE WILL GO APE-SHIT OVER YOUR RECORD � When you bring something big to the table. We’ll show

you how.

� When you start following your musical vision instead of doubting it.

� When you strike a chord within you first, then within others.

THE BIGGEST SECRETS THAT ONLY A FEW ARTISTS WHO DOMINATE THE MARKET REALIZE � Once you get how it works, you can get to work. Until

then, it’s a lot of impatience, frustration and self-doubt.

� It’s way more than a good voice and a bunch of good songs.

� The tools, feedback and system are right here to get you there.

� You have to invest in yourself to get on the road, but once you start, you can’t look back. It’s all worth it in the end.

“Your Exceptional Record was a useful investment for me. I’m writing from a deeper place, absorbing more music from around the world, and taking a more critical ear to my songs as I begin my search for the right producer. I have the confidence as I work on my next release that my sound will be authentic, modern and credible.” – MARK ETHEREDGE

HEAR FROM A YER GRAD

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CLASS 4: TRACKING VOCALS LIKE A PROHOW TO AVOID THE COMMON MISTAKES MOST ARTISTS MAKE ON THEIR VOCALS & THE BEHIND-THE-SCENES SECRET WEAPONS OF VOCAL ARRANGERS AND PRODUCERS

Class 4 Audio/Slides: Tracking Vocals Like A Pro

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CLASS FOUR:TRACKING VOCALS LIKE A PRO

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

Learn to Avoid the Common Vocal Mistakes Not to Make on Your Record

VOCAL PREP CHECKLIST & SCHEDULE:

2-3 MONTHS PRIOR TO RECORDING VOCALS

Too many vocals are rushed and not properly prepared, arranged or recorded.

Most exceptional records have a vocal arranger arranging the vocals. The vocals

make your break your record. They are perhaps the most important element of an

exceptional record and this is where most records don’t make the cut.

It’s not about having the best voice, it’s about having a distinctive voice and

delivering a great vocal.

VOICE BUILDING:

¨¨ Voice Building Techniques.

2-3 months ahead build your vocal range, strength, flexibility and tone with

Vocal Building Exercises (book a Cole Power Hour with me to get a specific set

of voice building exercises I use to strengthen voices pre-recording.)

PITCH PREP:

¨¨ Use Hearfones (hearfones.com)

Use to practice your songs and vocal technique. Improves and perfects pitch

and tone.

¨¨ Clarify scoops or straight on notes.

Watch out for sliding into notes – use a blend of scoops and direct on notes

for a natural sound. Record yourself to hear what you are doing and perfect

it. See the *tip under Vocal Pre-Production to bring it home.

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Pro Vocals

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CLASS 4: TRACKING VOCALS LIKE A PROA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 4

THE BIGGEST VOCAL FAUX PAS MOST ARTISTS MAKE ON THEIR RECORDS � Make no mistake about it, vocals sell your record.

Nothing less than great will fly. Learn the difference between good and great vocals.

� The number one vocal technique that distinguishes amateurs from pro’s (and you can totally add this to your vocals so easily)!

� There are 4 fundamental vocal qualities that must be on every record. Find out exactly what they are and how to apply them to yours.

THE TOP SECRETS OF VOCALS ON BIG RECORDS � The top secret vocal weapon used on all big records

that you’ll have at your disposal after YER (Your Exceptional Record).

� Why being a copycat with your vocals will be the death of you.

� How to get your vocals to stand out (this is a trick we use all the time).

HOW TO MAKE THE VOCALS ON YOUR RECORD STAND OUT ABOVE OTHER RECORDS AND GET ATTENTION! � What makes singers with crappy voices sound good

and singers with good voices sound crappy.

� Why you can’t rely upon your producer to help you with this (this is a must know).

� How easy it is to use this trick you learn from singing covers on your own stuff (an instant vocal upgrade).

� The number one vocal prep tool you should never be without.

PLUS YOU GET ALL MY TIPS AND TRICKS FROM 30 YEARS AS ONE OF THE WORLD’S TOP VOCAL COACHES � Vocal Health + Remedies

� Phrasing Techniques

� Recording Techniques

“Just one hour of working with Cari Cole on vocal arrangements completely changed, and really rescued, my EP. Working with Cari really showed me what I was capable of and the true potential of my record. My producer sat in on the session, and we both experienced such a radical improvement after Cari’s vocal phrasing and arranging, that we decided to re-record all the vocals! Now I am putting out a record, confident that it is the best representation of me and my voice.” – KATE MILLS

HEAR FROM A YER GRAD

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CLASS 5: FINDING THE RIGHT PRODUCER + PRODUCTION TEAMHOW TO FIND & BUILD A TEAM THAT SUPPORTS YOUR VISION AND HELPS YOU GET THERE(SPECIAL GUEST: AWARD WINNING MUSIC PRODUCER)

Class 5 Audio/Slides: Finding the Right Producer

+ Production Team

Special Guest: Award Winning Music Producer

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CLASS FIVE:FINDING THE RIGHT PRODUCER + MUSICIANS

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

Build a Production Team that Supports Your Vision and Enhances Your Sound

Breakthrough Records have a breakthrough team of people producing them: Record Producer, Vocal Arranger, Inner Circle, Mixing Engineer & Mastering Engineer

ASSIGNMENTS:BREAKTHROUGH COLLABORATIONS:

WHO’S ON YOUR TEAM?

Record Producer:

Choice #1:

Choice #2:

Choice #3:

Vocal Arranger:

Choice #1:

Choice #2:

Choice #3:

Inner Circle - List names here:

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WORKSHEETS

PLUS!

Pro Production

In addition to this special music producer interview, as a YER student you also get access to our interview archives.

You can listen anytime!(See page 27 for a list of our archived producer interviews)

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CLASS 5: FINDING THE RIGHT PRODUCER + PRODUCTION TEAMA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 5

WHAT COSTS A FORTUNE & WON’T HIT YOU UNTIL IT’S TOO LATE � You never see it coming, but we can help you read the

signs before it’s too late!

� Most albums fail, and it’s not for lack of trying. Get valuable insights from other artists mistakes!

� Don’t spend your hard earned dollars on the wrong production!

NAVIGATING THE PITFALLS OF THE PRODUCER-ARTIST RELATIONSHIP � All producers are not created equal. Don’t mistake great

conversations for great production!

� How to talk to your producer including musical terms and navigation tools.

� How to know if your producer is right for you and how to bow out when it’s not working.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT PRODUCER FOR YOUR RECORD � Not all producers are created equal (how to decipher

who is full of crap)!

� 3 ways to test your producer and see if they are capable of designing the right sound for you.

� Grammy winning is a nice feature, but doesn’t mean they’ll use all their skills on an independent record (sad but all too true).

� How to know when you’ve got the right one!

THE ART OF WOOING A BIG SHOT PRODUCER AND WHEN TO GO FOR IT � How to attract a producer who is on a higher level

than you.

� What to say when you meet the producer of your dreams.

� How to know if you are ready to work with them and how to know if they’re BS-ing you or blowing you off (and why)!

� What a top shelf producer looks for in an artist.

Cari Cole took my album seriously, possibly more so than I did. Upon first listen (during the pre-mixing stage) she saw its strengths & encouraged me to treat it as if it would be played alongside some of my favorite records. This meant, going all out on every level by giving attention & care to every last detail. Her perspective, guidance & wisdom was exceptional, and furthermore the feedback that I have been receiving from the industry, in gaining an Exclusive License Company & having my songs placed in both Film & National Ad Campaigns, has proved it does stand equally alongside other successful artists today. All of the hard work, plus Cari’s guidance brought the record to that level. I feel extremely grateful to have her as my mentor. – TAMAR HAVIV

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CLASS 6: THE MIXING & MASTERING PROCESSHOW TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR MIXING & MASTERING ENGINEERS (SPECIAL GUEST: AWARD WINNING MIXING/MASTERING ENGINEER)

Class 6 Audio/Slides: The Mixing &

Mastering Process

Special Guest: Award Winning

Mixing/Mastering Engineer

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CLASS SIX:MIXING & MASTERING

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

Getting the Most Out of Your Mixing and Mastering Process + Your Engineer

MIXING CHECKLIST

MIXING CHECKLIST

¨¨ Are you clear on what you want your record to sound like?

Have you chosen a lane in your genre for your record?

¨¨ Did you listen to records that you want to emulate with your producer and

decide on a “sound”/direction for your record?

¨¨ Can you communicate well with your mixing engineer/producer? Do they let

you express your artistic vision?

(Hint: Always use music examples to help show your producer what you’re after.

Better to show than tell to avoid miscommunication.)

¨¨ Once you have your rough mixes, decided if you need to add or take away. If

the song sounds too busy, simplify. If it sounds too plain, get creative and add

some more layers. (Vocal harmonies, harmonica, piano, etc…)

¨¨ Decide if you’re going to be a part of the final mixing stages or not. If so, let the

producer get his sound first before you start chiming in. If you’re still not happy,

then send your notes.

¨¨ Does your record have a Broadcast Quality Mix (professionally mixed – high

quality sound!)

¨¨ Use a different Mastering Engineer than your producer if you can.

¨¨ Choose a good mastering house that doesn’t squash vocals, please! Listen to

samples of work they have done.

¨¨ Do 2 mixes of the masters. 1 mix that is more radio friendly, 1 that is more lo-fi.

¨¨ Sit back and listen! When you get your cd make sure you listen all the way

through. Don’t expect everyone else to have done it the way you want.

AUDIO/SLIDES

WORKSHEETS

PLUS!

Mixing & Mastering

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CLASS 6: THE MIXING & MASTERING PROCESSA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 6

HOW THE RIGHT MIX CAN MAKE YOUR RECORD AND THE WRONG MIX CAN RUIN YOUR CHANCES � Mixing is a sacred art and not all producers are great

mixers. Sometimes it’s a different person - how to know!

� What makes a great mix and what constitutes a bad one?

� Mixing tools and terms to help you communicate effectively.

� Hear methods from top mixing engineers to apply to your record.

HOW TO TELL IF YOU’RE GETTING A GOOD MIX � Why your producer may not be your mixer and how

they could ruin your record without even realizing it.

� How to know if you’ve got a good mix - develop your “mix” ears!

� Quick mix fixes for when things don’t turn out as planned.

� How to get your record remixed when all else fails (and not piss off your producer)!

THE TRUTH ABOUT MASTERING (AND WHY IT DOESN’T HAVE TO SOAK YOUR WALLET) � How to tell if you’ve gotten a good mastering engineer.

� Why mastering can make or break a record.

� The reason you need a good mastering engineer/house and how to not break the bank to get it.

WHY MIXING IS WHERE YOU SPEND YOUR MONEY � Because the wrong mix can bust your record flat.

� It’s what makes your record sound good - period. If it’ doesn’t you either rushed it or have the wrong team.

� You don’t have to break the bank on this, but you do have to spend an ample amount of time and resources on your mixing to get your record to be “industry ready”.

HOT YER BONUS: Gain access to all past interviews with award winning mixing and mastering engineers in prior YER’s.

HOT BONUS INTERVIEW! Listen in on one of the music industry’s award winning top producers in the world.

Prior to taking YER, my goal was to record and release an EP in a couple of months...Cari taught me that an ‘exceptional record’ is not rushed...Everything has to be top notch: the songs, production, vocals/vocal arranging, mixing, mastering, and marketing...I really enjoyed getting individualized feedback from Cari throughout the course. After listening to several of my songs, she was able to pinpoint my weaknesses & recommended a writing partner from the class...It’s great to be connected to a network of talented and serious like-minded musicians. – CINDY RAINNE

HEAR FROM A YER GRAD

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CLASS 7: YOUR SURE-FIRE 24 WEEK RECORDING SCHEDULETHE PREPARATION & EXECUTION OF PROFESSIONAL RECORDS - IT’S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Class 7 Audio/Slides: Your 24 Week

Recording ScheduleMONTHS

MONTH

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YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD – CLASS 7

TIMELINERECORD RELEASETHE STRATEGIC

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Write / co-write songs (4-6 more than you will need for album).

List all of your music contacts & fans & make plans to keep in touch with them (i.e. start a newsletter or increase your existing newsletter to 2x a month).

Perfect songs & choose 5-7 songs for EP or 10-12 songs for album.

Research & start list of web designer / photographer / recording studio options.

Find a producer & perfect songs.

Hire a web designer.

Track songs.

Work on website, “Free Offer”, videotape recording sessions.

Overdubs.

Finish website, Social Media branding & Systems Operating (if not before this!), Plan Crowdfunding / Fundraising campaign.

Final lead & backup vocals.

Launch Crowdfunding Campaign.

Mixing.

Continue Crowdfunding, photo shoot, hire copywriter or develop your own press releases / backstory for the release.

Mastering.

Shoot videos for 1st two singles, complete album artwork.

Final Master done, press CDs, sign up with CDBaby which delivers to all digital stores including iTunes + Spotify.

Final Edits on videos, final press releases written.

Release 1st & 2nd video.

Send press releases, email your list, social media, submit to blogs, link back to your site.

Release 1st & 2nd single.

Press releases, CD release party / show, social media.

Full Album Release!

Email list, blog reviews, social media, college radio campaign, podcasts & interviews, live shows.

Tour/play shows, online concerts, college radio, live videos.Develop the rest of your plan based on personal connections & opportunities on your Artist’s Path/genre.

Continue on your journey marketing through social media and available avenues. You have at least a year or two (even more in some cases) to market your record and get it out there as an independent.

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CLASS SEVEN:YOUR SURE-FIRE 24 WEEK RECORDING PLAN

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

The Preparation & Execution of Recording an Exceptional Record – It’s All in the Details

QUICK VIEW:

PRE-MONTH 1SIGNATURE SONGWRITING, SONG DEMOS & RESEARCHING YOUR PRODUCER

PRE-MONTH 1: Write Your Exceptional Signature Songs Demos, Research Your Producer

MONTH 1: Finding the Right Producer / Weeks 1 - 4

MONTH 2: Pre-Production / Week 5 – 8

MONTH 3: Recording Basic Tracks / Week 9 - 12

MONTH 4: Overdubs and Vocals / Week 13 - 16

MONTH 5: Mixing Weeks 17 - 24

MONTH 6: Mastering / Week 21 – 24

VOICE/SONGWRITING

l Get Your Voice in Top Shape 4-6 months prior to recording. That means

regular warmups and voice building exercises. (Want mine? Schedule a Cole

Power Hour and you get ‘em! Use the “100off” coupon code during YER and you

get $100 off.) Practice 5 days per week, 40 min for 3-6 months in preparation for

your vocal recordings. The longer you practice, the better you’ll sound!

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Create Your Bio, Elevator Pitch, Story, Materials to Fit Your Brand

Plan Your Marketing Campaign Plan

Plan Your Crowdfunding Campaign

FAST FORWARD TO FAME – PROGRAM & BLUEPRINT – ACCELERATOR PACK MODULE 1

LIST NAMES:

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CROWDFUNDINGPRE-CAMPAIGN

CHOOSE YOUR PLATFORM:

COMPILE YOUR CONTACTS:

I am going to use _________________ ___ for my crowdfunding campaign.

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• Kickstarter

• Indie GoGo (fixed funding)

• Pledge Music

YOUR PRIMARY LIST:

Close friends and family members, biggest fans – people you know will support your project!

Send them an email before your campaign launches to encourage them to donate right away to build your momentum.

KEEP WHAT YOU CAN GET MODEL:

• Indie GoGo (flexible funding)

• Rocket Hub

• PayPal Donate (self-made page on website)

AUDIO/SLIDES

WORKSHEETS

PLUS!

BONUS

24 Week Recording Schedule

How to Release a

Crowdfunding Campaign

YER Record Release Timeline

Listening Session w/ Cari

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CLASS 7: YOUR SURE-FIRE 24 WEEK RECORDING SCHEDULEA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 7

FROM START TO FINISH SURE FIRE 24 WEEK PLATINUM ALBUM RECORDING PLAN (EASY TO CHART + EXECUTE!) � Why you need to get started on the promotional elements

before your music is out (9 months prior to be exact)!

� How records don’t just release themselves, you have to be at the helm. How to manage your release with ease.

� A super cool info graphic timeline of your to do list pre, during and post release.

WHY MOST RECORDS FAIL (AND HOW YOURS WON’T, IF…) � There are many reasons why records fail, find out

exactly how to avoid every one of them J.

� The #1 thing every label looks for on a record (and why you should too – and it’s not just a hit).

� Why you must avoid being a “copycat” in this business if you want to dominate the market.

� How knowing who you are as an artist will give you an automatic advantage (or punch you in the stomach when you don’t)!

THE TOP 10 FREAK OUTS ON EVERY RECORD AND HOW TO PREPARE AHEAD OF TIME SO IT DOESN’T DERAIL YOU � Most artists get behind the 8 ball when it comes to

releasing their records - don’t let this happen to you.

� How to not get stuck and give up when things don’t come out like you hear it in your head ~ this is when you dig in not give in!

� You’re record release is your starting line not your finish line. Find out exactly what you need to know pre-release to prepare.

PLUS THE BEST TIME TO RELEASE YOUR RECORD AND MORE!

“I’ve been fortunate enough to work with Cari Cole in a number of different capacities, but my role as her student has by far been the most rewarding. Like any great mentor, Cari consistently challenges me to go deeper into my craft, whether it be as a writer, performer or entrepreneur. She offers an unvarnished perspective designed to bring out the very best version of the artist in all of us, and delivers it in a way that makes you feel loved and believed in. Cari’s systems provide as unique an opportunity for artistic and personal growth as I’ve ever encountered. So much so that when I look back on the last three years leading up the release of my debut record, I consider this relationship to be the single biggest turning point of my career, and feel more prepared than ever to step into my artistic space.” – DAN ORLANDO

HEAR FROM A YER GRAD

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CLASS 8: TAKING YOUR RELEASE TO THE WORLD THE SMART WAY INCLUDING BRANDING + COPYWRITING ESSENTIALSBIO, ELEVATOR PITCH + PRESS RELEASE (SPECIAL GUEST: MUSIC BIO/COPYWRITER)

Class 8 Audio/Slides: Taking Your Release

to the World

Special Guest: Music/Bio Copywriter

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CLASS EIGHT:WRAP UP WORKSHEET

YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD

ASSIGNMENTS:ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS. Then, make a post with your answers on the Private

Facebook Group Page as your final assignment. It is important that you complete this

to give yourself the opportunity to receive final feedback to set your musical direction

going forward.

PLAN: What breakthrough record/s do you want to emulate?

CONCEPT: What’s the big idea/inspiration behind your record? What theme emerges?

(Hint: Pay attention to the theme/lyrics in your best song).

SONGS: Do you have the songs for this record? What are the top 3 songs that you think could

be title tracks and/or singles? Post them in the group for feedback.

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with any other important information about your music and brand.

AUDIO/SLIDES

WORKSHEETS

PLUS!

Taking Your Release to the

World

Artist Path Identifier

Quiz

Sample Elevator Pitches

Sample Email to

Supporters

Sample Press

Release

Sample Stories

RESOURCE LIBRARY

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CLASS 8: TAKING YOUR RELEASE TO THE WORLD THE SMART WAY INCLUDING BRANDING + COPYWRITING ESSENTIALSA LOOK INSIDE CLASS 8

THE RIGHT COPYRIGHT ESSENTIALS YOU NEED TO TURN YOUR RECORD PRO � Hear from one of the top music journalists in the world

about the art and science of bio writing.

� The key components that should be on your bio and in the right order.

� Finally, why you should never write your own bio or press release.

THE ART AND SCIENCE OF ARTIST BRANDING IN A NUTSHELL � How to make your brand match your music ~ it’s an art!

� How to brand your record without breaking the bank.

� How your brand is the first ~ don’t miss this.

THE TOP REASON WHY GOOD, EVEN GREAT, RECORDS FAIL (POST RECORDING) � How most artists fail to emerge in the right light, and

don’t even realize it!

� How you can have a great record and still not get attention.

� The simple tools and techniques to get your record on the frontlines.

� How to talk to people about your record in a way that will interest them.

HOT BONUS INTERVIEW! Listen in on one of the top music journalists and copyright/bio writers in the world.

“I’ve made the mistake of recording and releasing music on my own, without much guidance, and I wasted a lot of time and money in the process. Now, after taking Your Exceptional Record with Cari, I’m making another record and this time I’m prepared! Plus, the class was just super fun. Do yourself a favor and invest in this course- it will more than pay for itself with the valuable knowledge and connections you’ll gain.” – ROBYN CAGE

HEAR FROM A YER GRAD

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When you register for YER, you get immediate access to our interview archives. You can listen anytime!

INTERVIEWS:

� Grammy Winning Producer Jeff Bova (Beth Hart, Cyndi Lauper)

� Grammy Nominated Producer Jimmy Greco (Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, Carlos Santana)

� Anthony “Rocky” Gallo (John Legend, Chrisette Michele)

� Juno Award Winner & Grammy Nominated Producer Darryl Neudorf (Neko Case, Sarah McLachlan)

� Grammy Winning Producer Joe Solo (Macy Gray, Fergie, Will.I.Am.)

� Grammy Winning Producer Joe West (Keith Urban, Tim McGraw)

BONUSPRIOR YER INTERVIEWS WITH AWARD WINNING MUSIC PRODUCERS

Jeff Bova Grammy Winning Producer

Jimmy Greco Grammy Nominated Producer

Anthony Gallo Producer

Darryl Neudorf Grammy Nominated Producer

Joe Solo Grammy Winning Producer

Joe West Grammy Winning Producer

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HOW AM I GOING TO LEARN?

Your Program is completely online! Each session is on video stream where you can see Cari as she moves you through the program right from the comfort of your own home – or hotel room, or dorm room. It goes with you wherever your computer or mobile phone does. Your program is convenient.

You’ll get your recordings, assignments & worksheets online at your private student website. Each class, in your inbox, you’ll get access to the new class materials, the recording, plus a toolkit with worksheets and checklists. You can work at your own pace, and revisit the class materials at any time.

Your program is customizable: You choose the schedule and intensity that works for YOU!

Your program is always available. You can download your materials directly onto your desktop and save them forever. You will be able to review Your Exceptional Record again and again, each time deepening your experience and learning.

Your program is interactive. In the Listening Session, you will have access to Cari as well as other musicians and artists throughout the program! Post comments and questions on your private student Facebook page where you can engage with Cari and other students!

PLUS… PLUS… You’ll have VIP access to all of the YER Materials year after year on your own Private Student Site!

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HOW DO I GET ACCESS TO THE TRAINING?

SO YOU’RE PROBABLY WONDERING, “HOW IS THIS ALL GOING TO WORK, CARI?”

Great question! Here’s my answer:

I’ve designed Your Exceptional Record so that I can take you by the hand and lead you through the 8 Class Program step-by-step.

That’s because your results mean that much to me!

A quick warning, before you continue reading: I take my students much deeper than most any other program out there. I not only give LOTS of support, attention and accountability, but you’ll also be getting support from me too! (You’ve told me you want accountability, so here it is)!

HOW IS THIS ALL GOING TO WORK?

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1. FULL ACCESS TO PRIVATE YOUR EXCEPTIONAL RECORD MEMBERS AREA

HERE’S EXACTLY EVERYTHING YOU GET...

2. EACH CLASS COMES WITH ITS VERY OWN MOMENTUM TOOL KIT!

For each of the 8 class webinars, you’ll listen to me via webinar for 90 minutes or moew where you’ll hear me teach you the powerfull steps, strategies, formulas, blueprints and systems of the Your Exceptional Record Course.

I’ll share with you the exact steps you need to take to succeed and I’ll make it super easy on you to understand exactly HOW to do the assignments.

Each class is accompanied by all the tools you need to create and guide your momentum as you take your career to a higher level.

� Samples & Templates to Model: You’ll get downloadable samples and templates of materials, scripts and other elements that you can model for your own career and make your work a breeze without having to reinvent the wheel!

� Worksheets and Clarity Builders: The core of your training – the tools that will accelerate your progress by accelerating your clarity – the key to your success as we build momentum in this program.

� Checklists & Strategy Outlines: Eliminate the guess work and use all of my checklists to keep you right on track. Use these as a continued reference each time you create a new release or record for your music career.

� My Rolodex and Resources: For each topic we walk through, you’ll get an additional bonus that’s just like having my own private Rolodex, right there with you. This is all the products, services, people, tools and resources that I have used in my own business – as well as some commentary to help you determine if they will be best for you.

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...IN THIS HIGH-SUPPORT, HIGH-ENCOURAGEMENT & HIGH-VALUE, TRANSFORMATIVE 8-CLASS PROGRAM!

3. FULL ACCESS TO YOUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK YER GROUP 4. VIP LIFETIME ACCESS TO YOUR

EXCEPTIONAL RECORD COURSE

Join the private Facebook forum, only accessible to Your Exceptional Record members! Here’s where you can get bonus accountability, as well as a place to collaborate and network. With this forum, you’ll get even more feedback, accountability, brainstorming and resources.

The advanced opportunities in this forum will be a bonus you will absolutely love! This is one of the most popular features of our programs artists enjoy. Here you can support each other and connect with me too!

You get lifetime VIP access to Your Exceptional Record year after year. One of the special benefits of taking YER, is that once you sign up, you not only get it once, but every time we launch you can come along and retake the course with all the new materials, alongside the new members. You get to dive into your music and boost your brand again and again.

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DIGEST

òTHEN IMPLEMENT

CAN I GET THEM ALL AT ONCE?

We understand you’re excited and you’re going to want to get your hands on all of this helpful information as fast as you can – however, the program is designed to let you digest, and then implement.

I promise you won’t get bored between classes. I am providing LOADS of great content. You’d be surprised how many students ask for MORE time between the release of each class! Once the program ends, you will still have access to these materials so feel free to do a review at your own pace throughout your career.

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CAN I LEARN AT MY OWN PACE?

We encourage it! We know there’s a lot of material to absorb. Not everyone has a lifestyle that allows them to study at the same pace as the classes are released.

If you need an extra week or 2 to work through things, allow yourself the time to digest and implement what you are learning.

TAKE YOUR TIME

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WHAT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?

COMMUNITY SUPPORT: YER comes with a private Facebook group where you are free to ask questions to fellow students and Cari. Also another great way to get in touch with us if you have questions. We are very proud of the Facebook communities that have developed over the years. Here you will find only positivity and support when you need it most.

TEAM COLE SUPPORT: We never want you to feel frustrated. Frustration leads to avoidance. If you’re having any technical problems or challenges, please write to us at [email protected] and one of our team members will respond ASAP. No problem is too small.

OFFICE HOURS: Cari + Team Cole are available to you Monday through Friday 10am-6:30pm EST. You can also email [email protected] with questions and we might get back to you sooner. We pride ourselves on having a zippy response time, so don’t hesitate! We want you to get the most out of the program and understand where to go, and what to do next.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP!

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WEEKLY OFFICE HOUSE & SESSION W/ CARI: Ask Cari questions, get feedback and stay motivated and inspired. Cari has limited coaching hours and can’t help everyone she wants to. With the Listening Session and private Facebook group, you get direct feedback during the program which is a valuable asset to your career. >> ($4,000 Value)

WHAT’S THE INVESTMENT?

THE CORE 8 PILLARS: YER TRAININGThe 8 class webinar system has taken Cari over 3 years and thousands of dollars to refine and package for you in an easy-to-follow format that gets incredible results. This includes your downloadable mp3s, slides, transcripts worksheets, checklists and action guides. >> ($15,000 Value)

24 WEEK RECORDING PLANIf you’ve ever spent days, months or even years looking for the right guidance, resources (musicians, studios) and music industry referrals (music producers) to help you with your recording career, then you know how valuable having the right information at your fingertips, “done-for-you” is. This 24 Week Recording Plan comes out of Cari’s several decades of helping artists create successful recording careers from her studio in New York City. >> ($10,000 Value)

YOUR INSTANT GLOBAL COMMUNITY: So many artists have launched and skyrocketed their careers from the connections made in our community alone. As you’ve heard, this is totally priceless! >> ($4,000 Value)

VIP LIFETIME ACCESS: As a YER Alumni Grad you get a VIP Lifetime Pass to any future run of the program - for free! That’s because we know that making records is an ongoing process and we know it takes time. I vow to leave no artist behind and that every artist has a chance to get discovered and create their masterpiece of art. >> ($5,000 Value)

1. 4.

5.2.

3.TOTAL YER VALUE: $38,000

TOTAL YER INVESTMENT: ONLY $1297 ($997 EARLYBIRD RATE AVAILABLE UP TO 2 WEEKS PRIOR TO PROGRAM START)

YOUR INVESTMENT:

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DO YOU OFFER SCHOLARSHIPS?

YES!

We want each student to have a fair shot! We generally run the scholarships in the form of a contest to give everyone a chance to win. The best way to find out is to keep your eyes peeled for an announcement in my weekly ezine (sign up here) promotions, or our Facebook page for scholarship contest details.

SCHOLARSHIP

MUSIC BIZ EXPERT CARI COLE’S

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ENTER TO WIN

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YOUR EXCEPTIONAL

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ANYTHING ELSE I SHOULD KNOW?

YES.

It is my mission and purpose to be sure that no artist goes undiscovered. As a result, this program includes not only all of the aspects of how to become a great artist, but it works on mindset and motivation coaching to help you stay on track and stay inspired to deliver your music to the world.

My own journey as an artist (playing Carnegie Hall and selling over 35,000 albums) lead me to realize how important it is to never give up on your dream. You can make it happen. I can show you how.

BIG LOVE,

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DO YOU OFFER A GUARANTEE?

I live what I teach. And this program MUST be life-changing and career-changing for you. Otherwise we’re not serving each other and changing the world are we?

Join the program. When it starts, try it for 14 days. Get everything you can. We do require your completed homework from the first class. Yes, this means YOU must take action in this program. If you still don’t think I’m delivering massive value, high-level authentic success-bringing information – then you get a full refund – and I’ll still love you, anyway. We will offer a full refund within 14 days of the program start.

That’s how it works. It’s the way we run our businesses in an abundant world. So, you have NOTHING to lose (well except for being a slave to your day job, or a victim to your career by not making a living. But hey, maybe you enjoy that)!

So, test drive this program for 14 days ~ with full access to the first class plus all the bonus materials that go with them including Cari’s Singer’s Gift Vocal Warm-Ups (a 40 minute mp3 product with e-book).

IF YOU’RE NOT SATISFIED AFTER 14 DAYS, JUST CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT FOR A FULL REFUND.

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IS YER REALLY RIGHT FOR ME?

I have to be honest; I do not want people in this course if you are on the fence about it. This is for artists who are truly inspired to make a change in their music – an improvement in their product. So as long as you are committed to making a difference, one that will change your life and career, then hop on board.

If you’d like to set up a quick phone or Skype consult to get your questions answered, we’d be happy to - just email us at [email protected]!

STILL NOT SURE?CALL US!

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THIS IS YOUR TIME...

You’ve got nothing to lose – except opportunities and information that are vital to your success. So, hop on and join me – for a program that will literally change your music career and your life – forever. I promise you, if you follow this from beginning to end, you will never, ever look at your music or your career the same again.

IT’S YOUR TIME.

I can’t wait to see you in Your Exceptional Record.

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