Launching a career in music is an exhilarating and transformative journey that requires passion, dedication, and a strong commitment to artistic growth. This course is designed to equip musicians with the knowledge and skills to navigate the business side of their music career. This course covers a range of essential topics that will empower musicians to take control of their artistic journey and thrive in the industry.
Launching Your Music Career
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Launching Your Music Career
This course is part of Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career Specialization
Instructor: Jeffrey Nytch
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level
Recommended experience
7 hours to complete
3 weeks at 2 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Articulate your Unique Selling Proposition.
Use the Business Model Canvas to determine the core functions required to effectively manage your portfolio career.
Complete a comprehensive growth and recruitment plan for your teaching studio and identify the competitive landscape.
Seek out and book performance opportunities in a variety of settings.
Skills you'll gain
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Shareable certificate
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Assessments
4 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career Specialization
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There are 5 modules in this course
In this module, you will learn the essential elements in a typical portfolio career, helpful mindsets for self-management, and how to manage the various components of the business that is You.
What's included
3 videos3 readings1 assignment3 discussion prompts
In this module, you will learn how to land gigs, work with booking agents and venues, and create a steady and stable income stream from freelance performance.
What's included
2 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will learn key questions you should answer before launching a teaching studio, including identifying your target market, understanding the competitive climate, and determining your “Unique Selling Proposition.”
What's included
2 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
In this module, you will learn how to expand your studio and create community among your cohort of students.
What's included
2 videos1 assignment1 peer review1 discussion prompt
In this module you will complete this specialization by either publishing a professional-grade website or completing a comprehensive growth and recruitment plan for your teaching studio.
What's included
1 video1 peer review
Instructor
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Recommended if you're interested in Music and Art
Michigan State University
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