On February 26th, Summerfolk will present the second workshop in the monthly Music Biz Tune Up series, helping musicians develop the business skills they need for viable careers. Julia Train from the Musician Rights Organization Canada will host the two hour session to ensure that local musicians of all genres have the tools and knowledge they need to access their rights and revenue streams.

The music industry is constantly changing and so are the rights and responsibilities of professional musicians. Understanding those rights and how to access them is essential. If a musician's work is played, then they should be paid but that doesn't happen automatically. Musicians need to register. There are many publishing structures in place to compensate musicians when their songs are performed, played on the radio, or streamed. Participants will learn about – and register for – their rights during Sunday's workshop.

Workshop facilitator Julia Train has studied Recorded Arts Management, worked with FACTOR and is now the senior manager of communications and outreach at the Musician Rights Organization Canada where she educates and advocates for musicians. She is also on the Board of Women in Music Canada and is passionate about sharing her experience with working musicians.

The Music Biz Tune Up will run from 1-3pm on February 26th in the boardroom of the Canadian Mental Health Association at 1024 2nd Ave E, Owen Sound. Registration is $20 but participants who register for the entire 7-part series will receive a 25% discount. Participating musicians can register online at www.summerfolk.org/musicbiztuneup or at the door. All participants should bring a laptop and information about recent releases and performances to the session. The Music Biz Tune Up series is made possible by funding from the Ontario Trillium Foundation

Source: Press Release