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Course Description

A definitive analysis of the functions of the A&R professional, this course stresses the collective effort needed from all departments--artist and label--in the creation of recorded music in all format from creation to acquisition and release. Topics include new artist acquisition; record deals; the role of the producer; working with personal managers and booking agents; the role of social media from the artist and executive perspectives; A&R and sync strategies; independent touring; the current local music scene; specific A&R approaches for urban music, EDM, singer/songwriter, alternative and indie music; how to attract interest from major and independent labels without compromising artistic integrity; paths to A&R career positions; and analysis of how recently signed artists got their first contracts. Guest speakers include recording artists, producers, managers, record company executives and A&R personnel.

Course Outline

Learn the functions of the A&R professional, including the collective effort needed from all departments—artist and label—in the creation of recorded music in all formats, from inception to acquisition and release.

Notes

Contact:
(310) 825-9064
entertainmentstudies@uclaextension.edu

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Review Sections
Section Title
A&R: Making Music from Acquisition to Release
Type
Lecture
Days
T
Time
7:00PM to 10:00PM
Dates
Jun 25, 2024 to Sep 03, 2024
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
33.0
Location
  • UCLA
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Fee(s)
Standard credit (4 units) $785.00
Available for Credit
4 units
Refund Request Deadline
Jul 08, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 08, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
Jul 09, 2024 to Sep 10, 2024
Instructors
Section Notes

Internet access required.

Section Materials
  • (Mandatory) Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
  • Book (Mandatory) Business Basics for Musicians: The Complete Handbook from Start to Success by Bobby Borg © 2020 Rowman & Littlefield Publishers 2nd edition ISBN B084TW2K6F
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