MUI 6610 - Marketing of Recorded Music (3)
Examination of the process of studio production, manufacturing, promotion and distribution of contemporary recordings. Record release programs for independent and major label-controlled products are analyzed. In addition, students will serve in the administration and marketing/ merchandising of a record label. An individual creative marketing project will be assigned and submitted for successful completion of the course. In addition, the project will be added to the student’s Professional Performance Skills Portfolio as part of a comprehensive assessment prior to graduation.
MUI 6612 - Composition and Arranging for the Music Industry (3)
Students will explore the art, craft and business of composition and arranging for the music industry through a variety of experiences. A final project including the composition, arranging and production of a musical work is included. A final creative composition/arranging project will be assigned and submitted for successful completion of the course. In addition, the project will be added to the student’s Professional Performance Skills Portfolio as part of a comprehensive assessment prior to graduation.
MUI 6614 - Music Publishing (3)
An in-depth examination and application of current production, marketing, merchandising and distribution of music products with an emphasis in publishing. In addition, the student will develop a new music-publishing product incorporating multiple media technologies including print, audio, video and web-based marketing tools. The final creative project will be submitted for successful completion of the course. In addition, the project will be added to the student’s Professional Performance Skills Portfolio as part of a comprehensive assessment prior to graduation.
MUI 6616 - Advanced Song Writing(3)
Students will explore the art, craft and business of songwriting through a variety of exploratory and creative experiences. In addition, the student will produce a demonstration recording using various music technologies suitable for the song marketing in the music industry. A final project including the composition, arranging and production of a musical work is included. The final creative project will be added to the student’s Professional Performance Skills Portfolio as part of a comprehensive assessment prior to graduation.
MUI 6618 - Advanced Music Technologies (3)
This course of study will include a conceptual and skill-based overview of advanced music technologies. Students will experience various applications through production projects including sequencing, audio editing, and music notation, among others. Students will complete a series of projects incorporating these technologies using current music industry practices and standards. Creative projects will be submitted for successful completion of the course. In addition, each project will be added to the student’s Professional Performance Skills Portfolio as part of a comprehensive assessment prior to graduation.
MUI 6620 - Studio Production Techniques (3)
This course is an in-depth examination of audio recording. The curriculum will cover remote and studio recording techniques. The related areas of sound reinforcement and post-production will be covered at length. Students will apply advanced microphone techniques, utilize digital editing and plug-ins, and prepare a recording project portfolio. Creative projects will be assigned and submitted for successful completion of the course. In addition, the project will be added to the student’s Professional Performance Skills Portfolio as part of a comprehensive assessment prior to graduation.
MUI 6622 - Concert Production and Promotion (3)
The examination and application of current practices in musical artist career/business management including live concert production. Legal aspects of the music industry including contractual agreements will be examined. A concert production will be completed during the term including marketing, ticketing, venue management and artist coordination. A written report of all concert production activities will be submitted for successful completion of the course. In addition, the report will be added to the student’s portfolio as part of a comprehensive skills assessment prior to graduation.
MUI 6630 - Media Composition and Sound Design (3)
The composition, creation and production of music for media is a fundamental and foundational part of the music and entertainment industries. With the growing demand for media driven largely by streaming services, the demand for media composers and sound designers is expanding at an exponential rate. This course is focused in two key areas including music composition for any and all dramatic visual needs as well as sound design/special effects. An overview of music composition in various forms of media will be explored and experienced. A final capstone media project will be written and produced for inclusion in the student’s portfolio.
MUI 6640 - The Business of Music: Entrepreneurship Through American Music, Media, and Entertainment (3)
An in-depth look at the main structures of the music business, the important changes that are guiding its future and strategies for creating successful business models. The history of the music and entertainment industries is examined leading to detailed projections of our future business systems and prospects.
MUI 6645 - Legal Aspects of the Music Industry (3)
The business and creative sides of the music business are inextricably linked requiring musicians to think like a business and businesses to think creatively like musicians. Music-related business endeavors are affected by legal matters on a daily basis. From artist contracts, recording and music publishing agreements to copyright law, name protection and business organization, the legal aspects of the industry are a part of all daily business activities. Legal Aspects of the Music Industry examines the legal issues business leaders, artists, musicians, engineers, and producers encounter when building their companies and careers. The course presents a focused look at the important legal changes that have evolved as a result of the continuing shifts in the music business landscape.