The Eastman Case Studies:
Legal: Licensing & Agreements

 This case explores the relatively opaque industry phenomenon of secondary composing.  The case involves an unseasoned secondary composer’s contract and responsibilities writing music for a primetime television show.

Explore major challenges in the history of the Nashville Symphony and observe the trust built between administration and musicians through an open culture of communication.

Immerse in the Chicago-based chamber music group’s culture of collaboration and education, while witnessing the pros and cons of artist booking agents.

Consider a territorial release for licensing the recorded works of a leading composer to France and French territories, where the music is doing exceptionally well.

Examine a contract dispute between the management and unionized players one of the largest orchestras in New England.

Visit perspectives on the recording industry and musicians navigating the new landscape heavily impacted by digital service providers.

Profile contrasting artist residency agreements in Eighth Blackbird’s portfolio–one with a university and the other with a museum of contemporary art.

Learn about the role and strategies of advocacy for the arts in education while following the long journey toward passage of state level legislation in support of public arts education.