This course prepares students for the business side of the music industry. Students use current computer applications and platforms to create a multi-media Internet presence, including a press kit and other publicity and marketing materials. They also use recording and production software to create music demos and social networking tools to promote themselves as professional musicians. Students learn the essentials of copyright law, legal rights, interview skills, recording contracts and grant applications. Students learn about the structure and infrastructure of local and national music organizations. Guest speakers from the music industry share their experiences relating to the requirements of various careers in music.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Arts organization and administration ecology in Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and beyond
- Creating professional-standard promotional tools using a computer
- Copyright law for composers and performers
- Writing grant applications and other project and career-funding sources
- Entrepreneurial skills for the self-employed musician
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
1. Practical and/or written examinations that demonstrate ability at or above the final exam and learning outcomes of this course.
2. A successful interview with the Music Department Leader and one other regularized music faculty member
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.