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318 Listening to Music

318 - Listening to Music Survey: I made a survey on survey monkey ( https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/N62PC9B ) asking people questions about their Music Taste and tried to get a more in depth answer than just 'yes' or 'no' or one word answers. I did this by asking why they thought of that answer and going into more detail on an motional level as to why they chose their answer. I mostly targeted my peers but also to a few adults to answer as it gives me more diverse answers as the respondents are all coming from different eras meaning different music was popular for them. Here are my questions in order with the key responses.  1. What is your favourite genre of music?  Respondent 1: Classical and Rock. Respondent 2: Alternative. Respondent 3: Pop. 2. Why do you like this genre? What effect does it have on you? Respondent 1: Strong links to my childhood experiences. Respondent 2: I like it because it doesn't fit into ...

Unit 321: Evolution of the Music Industry

Glossary: Industry Bodies: PRS (Performing Rights Society) - A society of songwriters, composers and music publishers. They license the musical compositions and lyrics when they are covered. PPL (Phonographic Performance Limited) - A music licensing company and performance rights organisation, they collect royalties for performers and record companies when they play their own material. MCPS (Mechanical-Copyright Protection Society) - A not-for-profit organisation which represents composers, songwriters and music publishers.  MU (Musician's Union) -  Equity - BECTU (Broadcasting Entertainment, Cinematograph and Theatre) -  PLASA ( Professional  Lighting and Sound Association) -  MPG (The Music Producers Guide) - Promotes and represents all individuals in the music production and recording professions. It a professional organisation that embodies collective and individual creative contributions to the production and rec...