Music Business

MUSIC BUSINESS

MUSB 101 Introduction to Music Business

Systematic look at career options in the music industry. Topics discussed include: songwriting, music publishing, national and international copyright laws, music licensing, artist management, music products, and concert promotion.

MUSB 102 Music Publishing and Copyright

Systematic look at legal issues surrounding music copyright. Explores the special character of arts-related contractual applications: misappropriations, fair use, works for hire, etc.  Provides an understanding of copyright terminology, as well as explores which authors and composers are protected under copyright statute.

MUSB 103 Music Marketing and Promotion

In-depth study of principles and application of marketing, promotion, and distribution of products and services within the music industry.  Includes case studies of various music products and companies. Prerequisite: MUSB 101.

MUSB 200 Live Audio Engineering

Overview of career options in audio engineering.  Topics discussed include: front of house engineering, monitor engineering, microphone techniques, speaker suspension (flying), electrical principles, production management, live remote recording, audio for TV production, stage technician, and road tour management.  Prerequisite: MUSC 215.

MUSB 204 Basic Audio Troubleshooting

Systematic look at basic problems and solutions to signal processing and problems inherent to electronic circuits. Explores methods of troubleshooting and simple repair of electronic gear. Prerequisite: MUSC 215.

MUSB 206 Music Entrepreneurship

Thorough study of how to start a business within the music industry. Includes case studies of successful entrepreneurs and their companies, as well as development of written business plan.  Prerequisite: MUSB 101.