Department: Music Business

Code Name Description
MUSB2301 Introduction to Music Business A survey of the history, structure, business practices, procedures, economics, technologies and career opportunities within the commercial Music Industry.
MUSB3213 Critical Listening for RecordingEngineers Advanced ear training skills for audio professionals. Using state-of-the-art analysis tools, students learn the skill of critical listening beginning with the guided analysis of major commercial audio recordings in which elements contributing to the...
MUSB3301 History of Commercial Music An examination of popular music in America from 1840 to today, including the socio-musical influence of the commercial song. Beginning with the birth of American popular music in the songs of Stephen Foster and minstrels, the course explores the deve...
MUSB3310 Inside the Recording Industry The development of the Recording Industry in America, including the history of recording, establishment of the major labels and the inner workings of the industry that drives the Music Business.
MUSB3311 Introduction to the Recording Studio An overview of the technology and techniques involved in modern multi-track recording and mixing through hands-on studio instruction. Lab fee. Music Business majors only.
MUSB3312 Advanced Recording Technique The course provides in-depth, hands-on instruction in a working recording studio environment, introducing the study of microphones, analog and digital processing equipment, and advanced production and mixing techniques. Includes the second level of D...
MUSB3320 Introduction to Songwriting A study in the craft of songwriting, including the history of songwriting, songwriting as a career, the disciple of creating art, finding ideas for songs, releasing writing blocks, accessing inspiration, and working with a collaborator. Also included...
MUSB3321 Advanced Songwriting Techniques Applied study of the musical tools used by the professional songwriter. The course features advanced study in melodic construction, harmonic progression, unusual song forms, and enhancement of the song through the addition of solo orchestral instrume...
MUSB3380 Copyright and Intellectual PropertyLaw An introduction to the fundamentals of copyright law, its application to the protection of sound recordings, musical compositions, motion pictures and other creative works, and its impact on the distribution of intellectual property, including record...
MUSB4171 Special Topics in Music Business Examination and critical evaluation of current issues related to the Music Business. Subject matter varies; therefore, credit hours (from 1 to 3 hours) to be determined with each offering. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Grade replac...
MUSB4191 Independent Study in Music Business Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
MUSB4271 Special Topics in Music Business Examination and critical evaluation of current issues related to the Music Business. Subject matter varies; therefore, credit hours (from 1 to 3 hours) to be determined with each offering. May be repeated for credit when content changes. Grade replac...
MUSB4275 Songwriting Practicum Experiencing first-hand the career of the professional songwriter by learning to create common commercial projects such as radio jingles and TV spots 'on demand,' then by working in the recording studio producing demos and finished recordings of comm...
MUSB4301 Music Publishing The history, functions and operations of music publishing, including copyright acquisition, songwriter contracts, performance licensing, mechanical licensing, print publishing and synchronization rights. Music Business majors only.
MUSB4310 The Musician As Entrepreneur The development and management of a successful freelance career in the Music Business, including the basics of running a one-person business, lifestyle considerations, personal and professional financial management, and the exploitation of potential...
MUSB4320 Launching an Entrepreneurial Venture inMusic Business The development of a successful entrepreneurial enterprise in the Music Business through examining the nature and history of entrepreneurship in the Music Business, recognizing and creating opportunity, establishing a business model, understanding th...
MUSB4375 Music Production Practicum Taught entirely in the recording studio, the course offers in-depth experience in the Music Production process, with emphasis on pre-production, programming, loop-based production techniques, advanced Pro Tools techniques, instrumental and vocal trac...
MUSB4380 Seminar in Music Business A study of selected fields in the Music Business based on the individual interest of the student. The content of each field of study is to be developed through primary research, consisting of visits to the various businesses of interest (such as reco...
MUSB4385 Internship in Music Industry I A formal intern educational project in which the qualifying student participates in a business organization as an intern for a selected period(s) of time. A letter grade of 'C' or better is required in all prerequisites. Minimum 2.0 cumulative G.P.A...
MUSB4386 Internship in Music Industry II A continuation of MUSB 4385, which may be applied as a 3-hour Music Business elective.
MUSB4391 Independent Study in Music Business Independent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).