Available Minors: Music Performance, Music Production, Music Composition

A solid music business education begins with traditional music industry operations and moves quickly to the contemporary digital world of doing business.  From the birth of music publishing to the explosion of digital income streams, the music industry is constantly evolving new and radical music business models.  Students are grounded with an extensive knowledge of copyright and contract law, royalty streams, and artist’s rights.  Running their own music and media company gives music students experience with independent labels and direct marketing.  McNally Smith College of Music students also gain practical experience through internships in the music communities of the Twin Cities, Los Angeles, New York City, and Nashville via McNally Smith’s inside track with the music industry’s leading entrepreneurs.