This course provides an overview of the music business, with a different thematic or sector focus each time it is offered. For Fall 2024, we will focus on the Chinese music industry, one of the fastest growing music markets in the world. Overall, this course aims to equip students with the knowledge needed to grasp the business side of the music industry. Via various case studies, we will 1) discuss critical components of the music business (from the basics of music contracts and the economics of deals to issues unique to specific genres or markets); 2) introduce major players in the business (record labels, producers, managers, lawyers, etc.); and 3) address new business trends and opportunities. Throughout, the course will balance industry knowledge with historical and critical-cultural insights.
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