Course Summary
This course provides an overview of the music industry, including its history, key players, and current trends. Students will learn about the business and legal aspects of the industry, as well as the creative and technical processes involved in producing and distributing music.Key Learning Points
- Understand the history and evolution of the music industry
- Gain knowledge of the key players and their roles in the industry
- Learn about the business and legal aspects of the industry
- Discover the creative and technical processes involved in producing and distributing music
- Explore current trends and challenges facing the music industry
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Develop a comprehensive understanding of the music industry
- Gain practical knowledge of the business and legal aspects of the industry
- Learn about the creative and technical processes involved in producing and distributing music
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- A basic understanding of music terminology and concepts
- Access to a computer and internet connection
Course Difficulty Level
BeginnerCourse Format
- Online Course
- Self-paced
Similar Courses
- Music Business Foundations
- Music Production 101
- Music Marketing: Build a Music Business
- Music Theory for Electronic Music Producers
Notable People in This Field
- Terry McBride
- Ari Herstand
- Cherie Hu
Related Books
Description
This course provides an engaging and methodical insight into the past and present cultural and commercial music industry developments, directions, and trends. It will equip the students with the knowledge and skills necessary to appreciate, understand and more productively participate in today’s music industry field.
Outline
- Publishing and Copyright
- Introduction
- Roots: Music Publishing and Copyright (Part 1)
- Roots: Music Publishing and Copyright (Part 2)
- Roots: Music Publishing and Copyright (Part 3)
- Regulations 1: Music Copyright Fundamentals - © and Ⓟ
- Regulations 2: Musical Works Licensing
- Regulations 3: Musical Works Licensing (continued)
- Methods and Practices 1: Music Publishing (Part 1)
- Methods and Practices 1: Music Publishing (Part 2)
- Methods and Practices 1: Music Publishing (Part 3)
- Syllabus
- Part One Guide
- Quiz 1
- Live Music Industry
- Roots: Live Music Industry (Part 1)
- Roots: Live Music Industry (Part 2)
- Roots: Live Music Industry (Part 3)
- Regulations: Sound Recording Licensing (Part 1)
- Methods and Practices: Concert Promotion (Part 1)
- Methods and Practices: Concert Promotion (Part 2)
- Methods and Practices: Concert Promotion (Part 3)
- Part Two Guide
- Quiz 2
- Recording Industry
- Roots: Recording Industry (Part 1)
- Roots: Recording Industry (Part 2)
- Roots: Recording Industry (Part 3)
- Regulations: Sound Recording Licensing
- Methods and Practices Part 1: Recording Industry (Part 1)
- Methods and Practices Part 1: Recording Industry (Part 2)
- Methods and Practices Part 1: Recording Industry (Part 3)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Standard Recording Agreements (Part 1)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Standard Recording Agreements (Part 2)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Standard Recording Agreements (Part 3)
- Part Three Guide
- Quiz 3
- Magnetic Recording and Multitracks
- Roots: Magnetic Recording and Multitracks (Part 1)
- Roots: Magnetic Recording and Multitracks (Part 2)
- Roots: Magnetic Recording and Multitracks (Part 3)
- Roots: Magnetic Recording and Multitracks (Part 4)
- Regulations: Digital Recording, Reproduction, and Transmission (Part 1)
- Regulations: Digital Recording, Reproduction, and Transmission (Part 2)
- Regulations: Digital Recording, Reproduction, and Transmission (Part 3)
- Methods and Practices : Recording Production Planning (Part 1)
- Methods and Practices: Recording Production Planning (Part 2)
- Part Four Guide
- Quiz 4
- CD, MP3, and Online Marketplace
- Roots: CD, MP3, and Online Marketplace (Part 1 of 4)
- Roots: CD, MP3, and Online Marketplace (Part 2 of 4)
- Roots: CD, MP3, and Online Marketplace (Part 3 of 4)
- Roots: CD, MP3, and Online Marketplace (Part 4 of 4)
- Regulations: Fair Use Doctrine, Sampling, and Creative Commons (Part 1 of 5)
- Regulations: Fair Use Doctrine, Sampling, and Creative Commons (Part 2 of 5)
- Regulations: Fair Use Doctrine, Sampling, and Creative Commons (Part 3 of 5)
- Regulations: Fair Use Doctrine, Sampling, and Creative Commons (Part 4 of 5)
- Regulations: Fair Use Doctrine, Sampling, and Creative Commons (Part 5 of 5)
- Methods and Practices Part 1: Recording Agreements for Today’s Industry (Part 1 of 3)
- Methods and Practices Part 1: Recording Agreements for Today’s Industry (Part 2 of 3)
- Methods and Practices Part 1: Recording Agreements for Today’s Industry (Part 3 of 3)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Music Promotion, Distribution and Sales (Part 1 of 7)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Music Promotion, Distribution and Sales (Part 2 of 7)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Music Promotion, Distribution and Sales (Part 3 of 7)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Music Promotion, Distribution and Sales (Part 4 of 7)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Music Promotion, Distribution and Sales (Part 5 of 7)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Music Promotion, Distribution and Sales (Part 6 of 7)
- Methods and Practices Part 2: Music Promotion, Distribution and Sales (Part 7 of 7)
- Part Five Guide
- Quiz 5
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the ins and outs of the music industry in this comprehensive course on Coursera. Students rave about the course's engaging content and knowledgeable instructors. Learn about the music business, including music publishing, contracts, and artist management.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Engaging content and knowledgeable instructors.Pros from User Reviews
- In-depth coverage of key music industry topics
- Insightful guest speakers and interviews
- Useful tips for aspiring music industry professionals
Cons from User Reviews
- Some students felt the course was too basic
- Limited focus on specific genres of music
- Not enough hands-on activities or assignments
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