Music Law

Understand the legal and business frameworks that power the global music industry. This course explores how to protect, license, and monetize music in today’s digital landscape — equipping creators, producers, and managers with the tools to navigate contracts, royalties, and rights with confidence.

Topics covered include:

• Songwriting and publishing rights

• Recording contracts and royalties

• Performance rights and collecting societies

• Music sampling and remix rights

• Synchronization licensing

• Digital streaming rights

• Neighboring rights and performance royalties

• Distribution, publishing, and artist management agreements

• Music metadata, blockchain royalties, and smart contracts

• Rights of performers and session musicians