MUSC 290 The Business of Music. The purpose of this course is three-fold: to provide the student with an awareness of the career possibilities in the field of music; to introduce students to some of the major aspects of the music profession; and to introduce students to basic general business practices. This course is of particular benefit to students planning a career in the music industry.
Accessibility Services Notice
Students who would like an academic accommodation and who have a documented disability should contact Accessibility Services, if they have not already done so.Course Details| Total number of weeks | n/a |
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| Total Credits | |
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| Total Hours | 30 |
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Typical hours per week breakdown
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Define immediate career goals
- Effectively run a home office
- Apply to, and gain employment within previously stated career goals”
- Know the fundamentals of how to read different types of contracts
- Produce one’s own recording
- Apply for grant assistance
- Gain communication and interview skills
- Book a “gig”
- Create an effective résumé
- Gain knowledge of how to prepare for touring
- Have a completed “five-year plan”
- Have knowledge of how to build a website
Teaching and Learning Approach
Lecture mixed with open discussion and in-class exercises; Students will create practical projects to be used
beyond graduation in their music careers.Learning Resources
Course pack: "The Business of Music", Melody DiachunDetailed Course Content, Topics, and Sequence Covered
1. Introduction & Overview
2. Values, Vision and Goals Part 1
3. Values, Vision & Goals Part 2 Careers and Jobs in the Music Industry
4. Branding & Promotional Materials
5. Resumes & Cover Letters
6. Tour Planning Part 1
7. Tour Planning Part 2 Promotional Campaign Planning Part 1
8. Promotional Campaign Planning Part 2
9. Grant Application Part 1 Music Industry Resources
10. Grant Applications Part 2 Digital Distribution
11. Copyright, Royalties and Registration
12. Record Industry and Contracts
13. Money: Taxes, Invoices, Contracts
14. Final Project Peer Assessment.
15. Final Projects Due.Assessment
| Title | Learning Outcomes | Value |
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| Participation and Professionalism | | 10% |
| Assignments, Tests and Readings | | 30% |
| Midterm | | 30% |
| Final | | 30% |
| Total | 100% |
Grading Table
Standard Contemporary Music and Technology Program Grading Table
| Percentage | Letter Grade | GPA |
| 97 - 100 | A+ | 4.33 |
| 94 - 96.9 | A | 4.00 |
| 90 - 93.9 | A- | 3.67 |
| 87 - 89.9 | B+ | 3.33 |
| 83 - 86.9 | B | 3.00 |
| 80 - 82.9 | B- | 2.67 |
| 77 - 79.9 | C+ | 2.33 |
| 73 - 76.9 | C | 2.00 |
| 70 - 72.9 | C- | 1.67 |
| 60 - 69.9 | P | 1.00 |
| Less than 60% | F | 0.00 |
| Did not withdraw | DNW | 0.00 |
See the Academic Calendar for General Information including how to withdraw from course(s) and other regulations.
Disclaimer
Information contained in this course outline is correct at the time of publication. Content of the course is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational, employment and market needs. The instructor will endeavor to provide notice of changes to students as soon as possible. The instructor reserves the right to add or delete material from courses.