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Alan Friedman is an American Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and co-founder of Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, P.C. (FKCo), a CPA firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to the music industry. With over 40 years of experience, Friedman has worked with musicians, recording studios, instrument retailers, and manufacturers, and is also a musician and educator.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Friedman was born in Albany, New York.[3] He developed an early interest in both accounting and music. He attended the University of Hartford, where he studied accounting while participating in music and performing in student bands.
Career
[edit]In 1985, Friedman co-founded FKCo, a firm providing accounting, tax, and consulting services to clients in the music industry.[4] His client base includes musicians, bands, recording studios, instrument retailers and manufacturers, independent record labels, musical podcasters, touring and theatrical companies, and other music industry businesses.[5]
Friedman has written articles for industry publications, including Music Inc., DrumHead, and International Musician.[6] He has taught music business and financial management courses for students at NAMM University and other educational programs for music professionals.[7] He has presented financial sessions at multiple NAMM trade shows since the mid-1990s.[8]
- Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, P.C.
Friedman co-founded **Friedman, Kannenberg & Company, P.C. (FKCo)** in 1985 with Donald A. Kannenberg, Jr. The firm is based in Farmington, Connecticut, and specializes in accounting, tax, and consulting services for the music industry.[9]
FKCo provides services including accounting, tax compliance, business evaluation, succession planning, consulting for music retailers, and software training for AIMsi. The firm serves a wide range of clients including musicians, recording studios, producers, independent labels, instrument manufacturers, and touring companies. FKCo has worked with notable clients such as King Crimson, Living Colour, Porcupine Tree, Marillion, Simple Plan, and Within Temptation.[10][11]
The firm is actively involved in the music industry, contributing to professional development programs sponsored by NAMM and other organizations. FKCo staff lecture at music colleges and universities, and the firm publishes articles for industry publications.[12]
FKCo has also been featured in industry blogs and independent publications for its advisory work with music professionals, including Crate Kings and Disc Makers.[13][14][15]
Contributions to the music industry
[edit]Friedman provides financial and business consulting to music industry clients, advising on accounting systems, cash flow management, business operations, and succession planning.[16] He is also a musician and leads "The Accounting Crows," an all-CPA band that performs at industry events. He released a solo album titled The Test of Time. [17]
Personal life
[edit]Friedman resides in West Hartford, Connecticut, with his wife and children.[18]
References
[edit]- ↑ "Alan Friedman". FKCo. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Exec Profile: Alan Friedman, CPA". Music Connection. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Alan Friedman". NAMM Oral History Program. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Alan Friedman". FKCo. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "West Hartford accountant for music industry stars". CT Insider. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Alan Friedman". The Accounting Crows. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Financial Management for Music Retail". NAMM. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "NAMM Oral History Interview with Alan Friedman". NAMM. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "FKCo Overview". FKCo. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "FKCo About". FKCo. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "FKCo Our Team". FKCo. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "FKCo Customer Story". RightWorks. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "CPA Gives Biz Advice For Producers & Musicians". Crate Kings. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Tax Tips for the Working Musician". Disc Makers Blog. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Employee Vs. Contractor: What You Don't Know Could Bankrupt You". NAMM. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Exec Profile: Alan Friedman, CPA". Music Connection. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "Alan Friedman". Sweetwater InSync. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
- ↑ "West Hartford accountant for music industry stars". CT Insider. Retrieved October 17, 2025.
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