F The Music Business

Catalog description

36 hours lecture per term. This course serves as an introduction to intellectual property law within the music industry. It covers a range of topics, including different forms of copyright and agreements among key stakeholders like songwriters, publishers, recording artists, producers, and personal managers. The curriculum offers a thorough exploration of the history of music publishing and methods for establishing authorship. Additionally, it delves into the complex business dynamics that characterize the music and entertainment industries. A significant emphasis of the course is placed on an updated analysis of the Music Modernization Act. This component gives students a contemporary understanding of the regulatory framework that shapes the music industry. (Degree Credit) (CSU)