What rights do you have to your music? What rights do you need to perform the work of others? Did you know there are separate rights attached to the words, the music, the performance itself…and more? Join Shawn Nolan and Amanda Whorton for a frank discussion of “The Big Three - Copyright, Trademark, and the Right of Publicity” - the three areas of the law that relate to 99% of all music related rights, followed by Q&A. 

Workshop leaders, Shawn Nolan and Amanda Whorton, bring years of experience representing music clients, large and small, and bring an experienced, but practical approach to these sometimes complicated issues. 

This discussion will be beneficial for all musicians who want to become more knowledgeable in the music business or want to transition from a hobby to a professional music career, as well as those interested in expanding their general knowledge of customary music business practices and entertainment law including managers, music marketing persons and attorneys.

About Shawn Nolan

A veteran of the music industry, Shawn's 30+ years of experience includes VP and Director positions with Sub Pop Records and Mammoth Records, ownership of a successful artist management company, a Governor position on the Pacific NW Chapter Board of the Grammy Association, and ownership of a law practice solely representing clients in the entertainment industry.  A sample of current clients includes Merge Records, Sylvan Esso, Japanese Breakfast, MOOG Music, The Weather Station, Flock of Dimes, METZ, Psychic Hotline Records, Bonny Light Horseman, Lido Pimienta, Andy Shauf, Hiss Golden Messenger, U.S. Girls, and Fruit Bats, in addition to a variety of record, publishing, placement, and management companies and producers, lighting and set designers. More.

About Amanda Whorton

Amanda’s practice focuses on music, entertainment, and intellectual property, and among her clients have been musicians, television and radio stations, artists, filmmakers, and game developers. Amanda’s passion for her music, entertainment, and intellectual property clients stems from her passion for storytelling. Prior to her legal career, Amanda was a television producer for two different PBS stations in Florida, which gives her a unique perspective in understanding what her clients need. She currently teaches law at Cornell Law School in Ithaca, New York, and is Of Counsel at Odin Law & Media in Raleigh.

This program is presented by PineCone - the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music, a Raleigh-based non-profit that celebrates musicians and the region's diverse musical heritage with concerts, facilitated jam sessions, workshops, youth programs, and the annual festival IBMA Bluegrass Live! powered by PNC. For more information, visit PineCone.org.

Content developed and facilitated by Triangle ArtWorks through ArtSwell - professional development designed to serve North Carolina artists and arts administrators in all arts disciplines and stages of career development. For more information, visit TriangleArtWorks.org

This program is made possible in part by Come Hear NC, an initiative of the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, proud to support professional development for North Carolina’s rural musicians, important culture-keepers of our state’s rich musical legacy. For more information, visit ComeHearNC.com

Are you an early-career musician wondering how you can make a life with your music? Join Cathy Fink, the IBMA 2021 Mentor of the Year, for a 9-part intensive exploration of the important elements  in creating a long-term music career. With discussions and activities of topics ranging from finances to performance skills, from music presenters to non-performance careers, this collaborative workshop will help you develop a network of support and help you create the tools you need to make a life in music. The course will culminate in a showcase performance. Join the next generation of North Carolina musicians on the stage. All genres of music are welcome. 

Program specifics:

• Includes 2 private ‘check in’ consultations with Cathy Fink between sessions. 

• You will be asked to commit to attending all 9 online workshops, participating in class and performing at the final Showcase event. 

• Out-of-class writing and other assignments will be required. 

• Date and location of final showcase to be determined by instructor and participants. 

Applications close Feb 15, 2022

Selected participants will be notified by Feb 18, 2022

Required payment due March 1, 2022

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable everyone to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact the Triangle ArtWorks General Manager, Corey Blaustein via email or at 818-804-1407. We will do our best to facilitate any requests made within two weeks of the event, but the earlier you can alert us to your access needs, the easier it will be to facilitate.

About Cathy Fink:

Two-time GRAMMY award winner, fourteen-time GRAMMY nominee and the IBMA 2021 Mentor of the Year, artist Cathy Fink has been a full-time musician and performer for 48 years. She performs traditional and contemporary American Roots Music. Cathy is an award winning songwriter and world-renowned old-time banjo player recognized with many awards for her instrumental skills on banjo, guitar and ukulele. She has produced over 100 recordings for other artists in addition to her nearly 50 recordings as an artist. She has also published nearly 50 instructional courses on Banjo, Guitar, Ukulele, Harmony Singing and other topics with Homespun Music and Truefire.com.

Cathy’s experience in performance, teaching, mentoring and program creation is living proof that even people who are not famous can make a good life and living centered in music with the right mindset and preparation. Her list of collaborations, performances and awards is long, but her dedication to mentoring other musicians is longer. For more information about Cathy please visit her website.

This program is presented by PineCone - the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music, a Raleigh-based non-profit that celebrates musicians and the region's diverse musical heritage with concerts, facilitated jam sessions, workshops, youth programs and the annual festival IBMA Bluegrass Live! powered by PNC. For more information, visit PineCone.org.

Content developed and facilitated by Triangle ArtWorks through ArtSwell - professional development designed to serve North Carolina artists and arts administrators in all arts disciplines and stages of career development. For more information, visit TriangleArtWorks.org

This program is made possible in part by Come Hear NC, an initiative of the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, proud to support professional development for North Carolina’s rural musicians, important culture-keepers of our state’s rich musical legacy. For more information, visit ComeHearNC.com

Do you teach music but wonder if your digital lessons are working for your students? Do you want to add digital learning to your teaching portfolio? 

Whether you are a traveling musician who wants to keep those lessons going or a musician who worries about the practicality of finding enough students in your geographic region, a successful digital music studio practice can help you reach students. Join teaching musician Pattie Kinlaw Hopkins for this four-part workshop focused on the technical and pedagogical skills you need. Aimed at all skill levels,  this series will walk you through the steps and strategies you need to create a successful online music teaching experience for students of all ages.  Classes will involve a mix of discussion and activities to guide you in creating an engaging music experience for their students. Topics include curriculum development, ethical and legal issues in digital teaching, how to stay connected and how to promote and market your music lessons. 

This program is presented by PineCone - the Piedmont Council of Traditional Music, a Raleigh-based non-profit that celebrates musicians and the region's diverse musical heritage with concerts, facilitated jam sessions, workshops, youth programs and the annual festival IBMA Bluegrass Live! powered by PNC. For more information, visit PineCone.org.

Content developed and facilitated by Triangle ArtWorks through ArtSwell - professional development designed to serve North Carolina artists and arts administrators in all arts disciplines and stages of career development. For more information, visit TriangleArtWorks.org

This program is made possible in part by Come Hear NC, an initiative of the NC Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, proud to support professional development for North Carolina’s rural musicians, important culture-keepers of our state’s rich musical legacy. For more information, visit ComeHearNC.com