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The Business of Music Production Specialization
Berklee

The Business of Music Production Specialization

Become a Business-Savvy Music Producer. Gain the knowledge and skills you need to launch your career as a music producer.

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John P. Kellogg, Esq.
Stephen Webber
Dr. E. Michael Harrington

Instructors: John P. Kellogg, Esq.

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What you'll learn

  • The structure of the recording music industry and to read and interpret recording contracts

  • How to earn money with your recorded music by leveraging copyright law

  • Cast a clear vision for a recording project and how to use the right tools to achieve your vision

  • How to record, edit, and mix a production using the industry standard digital audio workstation, Pro Tools

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Specialization - 4 course series

Music Business Foundations

Course 111 hours4.9 (2,557 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Analyze recording contract provisions

  • Assess the various rights that make up the copyright bundle of rights

  • Discuss the roles of the personal manager, business manager, road manager, agents, road crew, and attorneys

  • Examine the importance of having written agreements that outline the duties and obligations of various parties

Skills you'll gain

Category: Copyright
Category: Music business
Category: Revenue streams
Category: Teambuilding
Category: Contracts

The Art of Music Production

Course 213 hours4.8 (1,979 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Discuss why one musical recording is more compelling than another and identify the unique elements of the recording that contribute to it

  • Begin to assess and establish your identity, vision, and intention as an artist and producer

  • Write and develop a compelling piece of music by utilizing various tools

  • Establish the sonic signature of your production by utilizing specific production techniques

Skills you'll gain

Category: Music
Category: Songwriting
Category: Music production
Category: Audio Production
Category: Music recording

Copyright Law in the Music Business

Course 39 hours4.8 (652 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Explain the six exclusive rights of copyright law

  • Describe the concept of Fair Use and know when it applies and when it doesn't

  • Describe the various aspects involved in a copyright lawsuit

  • Differentiate between the composition copyright and the sound recording copyright

Skills you'll gain

Category: Create music legally
Category: Write a co-writing agreement
Category: Read Legal Documents
Category: Leverage the copyright law to your advantage

Pro Tools Basics

Course 411 hours4.7 (585 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Identify the various components in the Pro Tools interface and organize session files

  • Discuss difference between a synthesizer and sampler and know how to use each of them

  • Record a live performance into Pro Tools

  • Balance your production mix by adjusting levels, using pan, and applying effects such as EQ, reverb, and compression

Skills you'll gain

Category: Music
Category: Pro Tools
Category: Music production
Category: Music recording
Category: MIDI

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