Introduction to Music Law
1h 1m
Created on February 06, 2020
Beginner
Overview
This course provides an overview of the structure of the music business and the copyright and other legal framework for the music industry. Topics will include copyright ownership and transfers, work-for-hire and fair use, the role of music publishers, record labels, performing rights organizations such as ASCAP and BMI, and other licensing collectives, including the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC) to be created under the recently enacted federal Music Modernization Act.
Learning Objectives:
Gain a basic understanding of the music business and the role that labels, music publishers and licensing collectives play
Examine how various copyright rights in songs and recordings are licensed
Discuss various income streams for songwriters and recording artists, including the distinction between artist and writer royalties and how they are dealt with.
Identify the key deal points in songwriter and recording
Become familiar with how songs are licensed for film, TV, games, and other uses
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Interesting
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Great reference materials that I will use moving forward.
a good overview of the current law for someone who is new to the area
Great intro. Jam packed with information. I'll re-watch this for sure.
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