MUI 6645 - Legal Aspects of the Music Industry

3 Semester Hour(s)

The business and creative sides of the music business are inextricably linked requiring musicians to think like a business and businesses to think creatively like musicians. Music-related business endeavors are affected by legal matters on a daily basis. From artist contracts, recording and music publishing agreements to copyright law, name protection and business organization, the legal aspects of the industry are a part of all daily business activities. Legal Aspects of the Music Industry examines the legal issues business leaders, artists, musicians, engineers, and producers encounter when building their companies and careers. The course presents a focused look at the important legal changes that have evolved as a result of the continuing shifts in the music business landscape.