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About the Course

This course has been developed to provide students with the latest instruction on the best way for creators, consumers, and facilitators to navigate the resurgence of one of the world’s most exciting industries: the music business. Three things are clear about today’s music industry: The consumption of music is expanding at the greatest rate in history and from the most portals ever imagined, the cost of producing music is decreasing, and the number of artists creating and seeking to expose their work and develop careers through the Internet has increased dramatically. Whether you’re a music creator, consumer, or facilitator of this process, you’ll want to understand the history, underpinnings, and basics of the music business. Course author John Kellogg—administrator, educator, entertainment lawyer, performer, and radio and television personality—offers students the opportunity to learn the fundamental principles of the developing new music business, for now and into the future. What you'll learn: -- The basic history of the music industry and today's business trends -- How recording agreements are formulated -- The basics of copyright law as it pertains to the music business -- The role of agents, managers, attorneys, and specific business entities...

Top reviews

TT

Feb 27, 2016

This course is fantastic. John Kellogg is a great, engaging teacher. I have learned many things about the music business, which I am sure will greatly benefit me throughout my career.

QL

Dec 20, 2015

I really learned a lot from the lesson. Teacher Kellogg explained every link with instances and details, very easy to understand and not boring at all.Thanks John, and thank you so much Coursera!

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By Zachary S

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Feb 3, 2021

amazing! one of the best courses i've ever taken!!!

By Kimberly A

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Sep 12, 2021

It was an excellent course. I highly recommend it.

By Naty V R G

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Aug 26, 2020

I get really motivated and learned a lot of stuff

By Camilo C

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Dec 19, 2015

Oustanding! Best Coursera Course I've ever taken!

By Elizabeth D

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Dec 13, 2015

Great Course. Very informative & well structured.

By Michelle T

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Nov 23, 2025

instructor is engaging, clear, and informational

By mehrdad b

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Mar 14, 2025

It was very good for me for my future. Thank you

By Sara G

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Apr 4, 2020

Wonderful presentation and learning environment!

By Michael R

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Mar 4, 2020

Very informative course, a must for all Artists.

By Kevin K

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Apr 8, 2019

Very informative overview of the music industry.

By Felipe H

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May 22, 2017

Excellent course and very important information.

By Logan E

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Nov 30, 2015

Excellent. Want to do music for a career? Do it.

By Ernesto A G V

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Nov 29, 2015

Amazing information, explanation and instructor.

By Gregg A

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Feb 15, 2022

A very solid introduction to the Music Business

By Priscila t

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Feb 25, 2021

Excellent content, with many support materials.

By Mattia C

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Jul 10, 2017

A lot of arguments with a very good explanation

By Kathy G

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Jan 24, 2016

Great course. Great instructor. Great material.

By Mauro P

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Oct 29, 2015

Excelent material and information! Very useful.

By Shawna D

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Dec 3, 2022

Beyond grateful to learn from John P. Kellogg!

By Gerardo D A

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Oct 20, 2020

Muy útil como complemento a la carrera musical

By Deleted A

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May 8, 2020

best online teaching course I've taken so far!

By Enrique C

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Dec 9, 2020

A "MUST" while learning about music industry.

By Martin E

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Jun 8, 2020

Excellent course! John is a fantastic teacher

By Emlyn M

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May 10, 2020

Well presented with great content and insight

By Joan S G

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Apr 20, 2020

Great option to understand the music industry