Music History Genres, Record Labels and Artists MP25

Unit purpose This unit is designed to introduce the learner to the framework of law as it applies within the music industry. The unit will examine the principles of protection of intellectual property, assignment of rights, collection societies and common types of contractual agreements within the music industry. It will enable the learner to create a basic deal memo detailing the main clauses of a music industry agreement. The unit is intended to give learners a solid foundation in music law and intellectual property relating to music. It would be of particular benefit to learners studying Music, Music Business or Sound Production. Outcomes On successful completion of the unit the learner will be able to: 1 Explain copyright relating to the music industry and the collection societies. 2 Explain the function and key clauses of typical music industry contracts. 3 Create a Deal Memo for a typical music industry agreement in response to a given brief.

This Unit is designed to introduce candidates to the purpose of promotion within the music industry. Candidates will have the opportunity to learn about those involved in promotion, the functions they perform and the different methods used to enhance the exposure of a music product. Candidates will also develop practical skills through the production of promotional materials for a music product in the music industry