IMSTA FESTA NY 2024 - Music Publishing 101

During this music publishing 101 master class, we will cover aspects of music publishing such as publishing vs the recorded music industry, copyright, licensing, types of publishing agreements, and sync. We will look at the vital role a music publisher plays and how they work with songwriters and composers, providing business support and infrastructure. We will examine the role of collection societies/PROs and the importance of having a global network of song registration and royalty distribution. Whether you are a songwriter or looking to start a career in music publishing, this course will demystify this important and sometimes misunderstood sector of the music industry.

Speaker: Mia Florival is a music publishing professional who has been working in music business for 5+ years. Mia is currently a Manager, Royalties at Downtown Music Publishing. In her day to day, Mia deals with complex global royalty sources.