SMNR: Music Law

Semester: Fall 2016
Course ID: 397S
Credit Hours: 3
Unique: 29535

Course Information

Course Type: Seminar
Grading Method: Pass/Fail Not Allowed

Registration Information

Upperclass-only elective

Meeting Times

Day	Time	Location
TUE	3:45 - 5:35 pm	TNH 3.126

Evaluation Method

Type	Date	Time	Location
Paper

Description

The seminar will primarily examine various contracts and relationships in the music business. A significant amount of this examination will emanate from a chronological review and discussion of agreements and other legal aspects encountered by a fictitious musical group as it evolves through its career. In order of appearance, these agreements might include band member agreements, personal management agreements, live performance/talent agency agreements, various types of recording agreements, producer agreements, music publishing agreements and licenses for film, television and commercials as well as endorsement and sponsorship agreements. The seminar will also address some basic copyright and trademark concepts as they relate to the music business. Because the music business is constantly changing, current developments, as well as legal decisions and maneuverings, will regularly be assigned for class discussion as they arise. In addition to class readings and discussion, students will participate in several other activities. Specifically, students will (a) select and engage in research on a topic relevant to the legal aspects of the music business; (b) submit a research paper in compliance with the seminar writing requirement; and (c) give an oral presentation to the seminar on their research topic. The professor will assist and consult with students regarding the selection of research topics. Questions and lively discussion of relevant music business issues are encouraged.

Textbooks ( * denotes required )

No materials required

Instructors

Fair, Edward Z

Important Class Changes

Date	Updated
04/08/2016	Instructor(s) updated

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