A survey of the history and practices of the music industry. Students are introduced to careers and career planning, qulaifications and credentials, and trade associations and unions in the music industry.

A continuaion of MUI 101. A survey of the structures, economics, and operations of the recording industry; music publishing and distribution systems; intellectual property; and issues related to live music performance.

Practical applications of computer-based music notation and sequencing, music synthesis, digital editing, and sound design.

A study of the music publishing and recording industry with emphasis on copyright and related issues through an examination of copyright law, contracts, licensing, catalog development, and foreign publishing.

An exploration of contemporary topics in music production. May be repeatedonce for credit for different topics.

An exploration of contemporary topics in music production. May be repeated once for credit for different topics.

An exploration of contemporary topics in music production. May be repeated once for credit for different topics.

Capstone course of the music industry studies elective track of the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree. The student will be involved in all aspects of recording production including artist and music selections; session planning; and digital recording, overdubbing editing, mixing, and mastering during his/her senior year. To successfully complete and pass the course, the senior project must be presented to a Music faculty jury for review. Credit: 3 semester hours.