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Descriptor Title
Music Careers and Entrepreneurship
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C-ID Number
120
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Units
3
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Date of Last Revision
1/27/2026 03:15:00 PM PST
General Description
A survey of careers in music and closely-related fields, with emphasis on entrepreneurship, individual career options, and planning. Overview of the roles and responsibilities in music performance, education, composition, production, and business. Career research and planning.
Prerequisites
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Corequisites
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Advisories
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Content
- Research and awareness of the careers available in music and related industries
- Discovering one's own interests, weaknesses, and strengths in area of expertise
- Defining and understanding the entrepreneurial mindset
- Starting a business
- Business productivity software
- Marketing onseself
- People skills and networking
- Personal finance for musicians/artists/entrepreneurs
- Funding opportunities in music
- Professional presentation
Lab Activities
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Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
- Describe the various careers available in the music industry
- Define personal strengths and weaknesses from an entrepreneurial viewpoint
- Understand the framework of building and sustaining a business in music
- Present oneself personally and professionally within the music industry
Evaluation Methods
Methods of Evaluation:
- Career research report, presentation, or project
- Chapter and/or lecture quizzes or exams
- Report or presentation on a career interview of a music industry professional
Textbooks
Beeching, Angela Miles. Beyond Talent: Creating a Successful Career in Music
Cutler, David. The Savvy Musician: Building a Career, Earning a Living, & Making a Difference
Redman, Michael. The Best Jobs in the Music Industry: Straight Talk from Successful Music Pros
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Next Descriptor Review
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Resubmission Requirements for Courses
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Resubmission Deadline
Spring 2033
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