Do we need a copywriter?

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I started a multi-instrument music video lesson subscription site. We don't have a "sales letter". We built a site that covers what our service is to sell the prospects. I am going to tweak the intro video to make it snappier and shorter but I have the opportunity to reshoot that coming up if anyone has suggestions for that. I guess I am worried that we focused too much on video and graphics for the "shell" site and don't have enough text for seo and people that like to read. What do you guys think? Check the site out in my sig. Thanks
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  • Profile picture of the author Mark Pescetti
    Short answer: Unquestionably.

    Longer response:

    You need homepage copy that really animates the possibilities you're audience can look forward to, explain why I should choose your company, what skill levels do you appeal to most, how quickly can I expect to progress, etc.

    The other thing that stands out for me is, your teacher bios impart zero personality or incentive to believe they have the knowledge to elevate my skills to the level I'm aspiring to reach.

    Their bios MUST tell a story worthy of investing my money and confidence in their ability to catapult me into a whole new realm of music playing.

    Lastly, can I get the number of the girl in the video?

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  • Profile picture of the author Jason Kanigan
    Since you have a FB fanpage, I suggest that you make stronger reason to go Like it and make that prominent. Why should they, otherwise? Also I'd have an opt-in email form where they give you their contact info in return for something of value related to your field. Then you can market to them.

    On your FB fanpage, you could set a time once or twice a week (say 5-6PM) where you'll be on to answer questions.
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    • Profile picture of the author Bill Jeffels
      Yes, you definitely do.

      First off, what are you offering. Pick one.

      Drums , guitar , whatever.

      Who are you and why should I listen to you? Are you the person that was down and out and you discovered....

      Give some attention, Interest me and , oh yes, give me some desire to purchase your product. Because you're the guy who...

      And now you discovered the secret too...

      All the best with this...

      Bill Jeffels



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      • Profile picture of the author EricMN
        Alright well first off, you don't have to "pick one", you can do them all. If your business is to offer music instruction across a range of instruments with a professional in each one, you won't be picking one and ditching the rest. That is unless you want to do an individual site for each.


        But the video is boring and generic. There's no benefit for me. . .


        "Go from point A to point B"


        What does that even mean? It should be "Go from do-ray-mi to *insert Jimmy Page killer solo!!!!!!* "


        No one wants to sit down and learn scales (even though they have to), but your pitch makes it sound like that's exactly what this is. I want big benefits an short cuts man, and I want them NOW.


        If not, I'm going to go find everything for free from youtube. As a self taught musician, that's pretty much what I did because too many of these course-style websites were so generic.


        "The 5 mistakes all beginners make


        The weird habit that lead Eric Clapton to write all his greatest songs


        One trick that all guitarists don't figure out until they become shred masters -- and how it can save you months of practice.


        . . . All this and more from [insert name of music instructer] who has played at [insert big venue] with [insert big name] and has over [insert number] years in the business to back it up."


        Tell me things I want to have in my arsenal and make me feel I'm not getting it from joe shmo.

        And remember that music is a community thing. No one plays an instrument with aspirations of plucking strings for their dog. They want to play for others!

        Sell it.

        . . . Being a guitarist, my examples are based around that, but you can apply it for any instrument.
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  • Profile picture of the author ericbryant
    Definitely have it reviewed and worked up by a copywriter. I like Reflection's thoughts above, as well as capitalizing on Facebook interaction. Music is a great market to be in.
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    • Profile picture of the author NickN
      Your site has potential.

      Quality and design: Attractive.

      Woman in video: Attractive.

      Copy: Not so hot.

      I would get a copywriter. Also, as a guitarist, I am offended you don't offer guitar lessons.
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      • Profile picture of the author Azarna
        "MusicMuse is quickly becoming the leader in online video music lessons!"

        That is a very big statement, what qualification can you show for it?
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        • Profile picture of the author khaiyong
          I agree. Your site could use a little bit more copy to convince people why they would go for your online music tutorship site instead of others.

          Also, you could start a blog for makreting purposes
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