Included in this course
40 modules across 5 lessons
12 animated videos
8 interactive learning checks
Certificate of Completion
About this Course
This course provides a foundational understanding of music industry agreements and explains boilerplate provisions found in almost every type of contract. Upon completion, you’ll be able to read and comprehend any agreement put in front of you, and be well on your way towards negotiating your own deals.
What You'll Learn
- To identify when and why you may need an agreement.
- The elements that make an agreement legally binding.
- To navigate different types and forms of agreements.
- To differentiate business terms from boilerplate terms.
- To identify the provisions typically included in music business agreements.
- The tricks to watch out for in agreements.
Course Breakdown
The Course
- About this Course
- Meet the Intells
- Essential Terminology
Lesson 1: The Basics of Agreements
- Lesson Introduction
- What is an Agreement?
- Agreements, Contracts, and Deals...
- Understanding Defined Terms
- What's the Olde English All About?
- Lesson Summary
Lesson 2: What Makes An Agreement
- Lesson Introduction
- Offer, Acceptance, Consideration
- Capacity – Who Can Enter Into An Agreement?
- To Write or Not To Write, That Is The Question
- Lesson Summary
Lesson 3: Forms of Agreements and the Process
- Lesson Introduction
- Types of Agreement Documents
- The Proposal – Not an Agreement at All!
- Confirmation Letter
- Binding Term Sheet
- Long-Form Agreements
- Lesson Summary
Lesson 4: Sections of a Long Form Agreement
- Lesson Introduction
- Title of Agreement
- Preamble
- Recitals
- Defined Terms
- Terms and Conditions
- Signatures and Dates
- Lesson Summary
Lesson 5: Boilerplate Terms and Conditions Explained
- Lesson Introduction
- Representations and Warranties
- Indemnification
- Choice of Law, Sometimes Called Governing Law
- Choice of Venue
- Arbitration
- Cure
- Assignment
- Merger
- Counterparts
- Notices
- Relationship
- No Waiver
- Severability
- Further Documents
- Modification
- No Obligation
- Attorneys' Fees
- Force Majeure
- Remedies
- Advice of Counsel
- Lesson Summary
Featured Testimonial
“For anyone wanting to get into the music industry, the Creative Intell Academy courses are the best to take. If you’re an artist, writer, producer or manager, this will change the game and the way you operate.”
Austin Rosen
CO-MANAGER OF POST MALONE
Inside This Course
Meet the Intells
The Intells is an animated series that teaches the real business of music through storytelling. Each episode breaks industry topics down into fun, easy to understand segments and can be watched individually or as part of the course content.
The Art of Agreements
Short-form, long-form, verbal agreements; how they work, what they do, their respective limitations, it’s all addressed here. Plus, everything you need to know concerning common agreement concepts like defined terms, implied acceptance, deal terms, and more is explained in easy-to-follow plain English.
Crystalize your knowledge with interactive learning checks
Solidify your knowledge of music industry agreements with multiple-choice quizzes and drag-and-drop puzzles to help you remember what you've learned in a fun and engaging way.
Learn Legalese
What’s all the Olde English about? This course identifies all the fine print typically seen in music business agreements and explains what it means and what it does. Legal language finally translated into English.
Inside the Real Music Industry
True stories of artists in real-life scenarios, often based on our own personal dealings with them, are peppered throughout the course.
Boilerplate Terms
Common boilerplate clauses you’ll find in music industry agreements are broken down and deciphered. What they do, when you need them, and which ones to watch out for.
Go Deeper
Each CI Academy course covers both basic and advanced concepts. Our courses are designed as a constant source of up-to-date reference material you keep coming back to.
Protect Yourself
Our courses give you the knowledge and skills to protect your work and move forward in the music business with confidence. Based on real information from industry insiders, we help you make informed decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and protect yourself from unscrupulous actors. Sign up and invest in your career today.
Trusted By
Songwriters, Producers, Managers, Industry Executives and Lawyers
“For anyone wanting to get into the music industry, the Creative Intell Academy courses are the best to take. If you’re an artist, writer, producer or manager, this will change the game and the way you operate.”
Austin Rosen
co-manager of Post Malone
" The more informed the producer is on how the business works, the easier it is to manage their career. Creative Intell Academy takes complex legal concepts, breaks them down, and makes them easy to understand. We recommend all of our clients take these courses now."
Lucas Keller
President/Founder of Milk & Honey
"Unlock your music career's fullest potential with the Creative Intell Academy. Avoid costly legal mistakes, sign smart contracts, and maximize your revenue. As a manager of platinum-selling artists, I confidently endorse the CI Academy. They've got you covered."
Dana Biondi
manager of $uicideboy$