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MUSC 2207: Career Opportunities Music 1
Effective date
September 2013
Department
Music
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
This course prepares students for the business side of the music industry. Students use current computer applications and platforms to create a multi-media Internet presence, including a press kit and other publicity and marketing materials. They also use recording and production software to create music demos and social networking tools to promote themselves as professional musicians. Students learn the essentials of copyright law, legal rights, interview skills, recording contracts and grant applications. Students learn about the structure and infrastructure of local and national music organizations. Guest speakers from the music industry share their experiences relating to the requirements of various careers in music.
Credits
2.0
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
MUSC 1419 Music and Media 2
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Apply principles of arts administration to their employment in the music industry.
- Use computer software to create effective music industry marketing tools.
- Effectively use computers and handheld devices to record, communicate and perform musical works.
- Use social networking tools to promote themselves as professional musicians.
- Outline copyright law pertaining to the music industry.
- Analyze the Vancouver commercial and classical music business ecology.
- Participate in interviews for employment in the music industry.
- Write grant proposals to fund music projects.
- Use the following software for self-promotion: Microsoft Office, Numbers, Keynote, Logic, Garage Band, Cubase, ProTools, Photoshop, Illustrator, and WordPress.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Show proficiency and documented experience in the knowledge and skills described in the learning outcomes of this course. Documentation will be reviewed by the Department Head and the course instructor.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 1
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 1
Total Hours: 2
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 1
Total Hours: 2
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include lecture, demonstration, group discussion and activities, individual research, and hands-on practice.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D (C- for continuing pass)
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
20 |
|
|
Midterm Exam |
20 |
|
|
Project |
30 |
The term project consists of creating a working portfolio applicable for use in the “real life” music industry. |
|
Final Exam |
20 |
Written Exam |
|
Participation |
10 |
|
Course topics
- Arts organization and administration ecology in Greater Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada and beyond
- Creating professional-standard promotional tools using a computer
- Using social media tools as promotional and marketing tools
- Copyright law for composers and performers
- Writing grant applications
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.