Music Business with the Berklee Method | One-time Lesson
60 minutes to open the door to the music business
Learn the world of music business with the Berklee Method. One-time lessons can change your music career.
It takes business wisdom to make musical talent fly out into the world. Why not revolutionize your music career with AIMS's "Berklee Method Music Business" one-time lesson?
Talent alone is not enough. Business knowledge and strategy will be the wings that will carry your music to the world stage. And Vision International Music School (AIMS) is a mecca for music run by And Vision Co., Ltd., which has supported over 5,000 people studying abroad in music. Utilizing its extensive experience and network with leading music universities overseas, AIMS offers the world's best music education in Japan.
The Berklee Method Music Business that we are introducing this time is a one-of-a-kind, one-off lesson that touches on the essence of the music business in just 60 minutes. This intensive hour will be a turning point that will dramatically change your musical life. It is a precious time that is condensed with the essence of the music business, and is also directly related to Berklee College of Music entrance exam preparation.
In this lesson, you will learn everything you need to know to be a professional musician, from the secrets of copyright management to the mechanics of music licensing and royalties, and even the competitive business mindset of an artist. These aren't just theories. They are practical wisdom for the music industry that you can use right away.
For example, you can find answers to questions like these:
How can I properly monetize my music?
"How should I start releasing my music on streaming services?"
"What is an effective music promotion strategy using social media?"
The instructor is Yoko Hiwatari, who embodies the international music scene and has experience in Hong Kong, the United Arab Emirates, and Japan. She is a multi-talented composer, arranger, pianist, educator, and artist manager, and is also the co-founder of SozoMart.
Mr. Hiwatari will graduate from Berklee College of Music in 2023 with a bachelor's degree. He studied the ideal combination of film music and music business, with a double major. He focuses on composing and arranging film music, and also supports other composers' music production projects. He is also well versed in artist management, music publishing, and marketing and promotion of album releases.
In addition, Mr. Hiwatari's diverse musical background, which includes composing for video games, brings unparalleled depth to this lesson. He also has a rich classical background and obtained a piano performance diploma from Trinity College London in 2018. His outstanding performance skills and expressiveness make the lesson even more fascinating.
Ms. Hiwatari's multilingual proficiency in Japanese, English, Cantonese and Mandarin gives her a global perspective in her musical endeavors, and she shares this unique experience and knowledge with all AIMS students.
AIMS's "Berklee Method Music Business" one-off lesson is a special opportunity that will open the key to your musical future. Its features are as follows:
- Condenses the latest music business knowledge from the US
・Real industry insights from lecturers from Berklee College of Music
- Flexible lesson language selection from English, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), and Japanese
・Practical content with a view to studying abroad in music or taking entrance exams to music universities overseas
・Learn the essentials of the music business in just 60 minutes
These lessons are mainly held at the AIMS music school in Ochanomizu, Tokyo. For those who live far away or cannot fit the schedule, online lessons are also available.
The program is aimed at a wide range of people, from music college students and high school students who aspire to be professional musicians, to people who are interested in studying abroad in music, people who want to hone their performance skills, and adults and children who want to learn music in a foreign language. We also welcome people who are not planning to study abroad, or who are just interested in overseas music as a form of cultural education.
This one-time lesson is the magic key that opens the door to music. You can also join other AIMS courses or step up to studying abroad in music. Even after the lesson, AIMS will continue to provide you with thorough support, such as answering questions and providing career advice.
The music world is constantly evolving. To be successful as an artist, you need not only creativity but also a sharp business sense. AIMS's one-time lesson "Music Business with the Berklee Method" will be a destined hour that will open new horizons in your music career.
Standing at the intersection of music and business. It is the first step to carve out your musical future. Why not take a giant leap forward as a professional musician with AIMS?
To apply, click the "Apply" button. This is the start of your epic journey to turn your musical dreams into reality. Your musical life will change in 60 minutes. AIMS holds the key to that.
■ Schedule ■
2024年12月6日（金）15:00～16:00／16:00～17:00／17:00～18:00
*Please select the desired time from the above dates and times. If you wish, you can take the course for more than 2 consecutive hours.
■ Where to attend ■
AndVision International Music School or your home
(3F Kanda Surugadai Building, 8-2 Kanda Ogawacho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo)
■ Lecturer ■
Yoko Hiwatari
(B.A. Berklee College of Music Film Composition & Music Business, Trinity College London Piano Performance Diploma)
■ Courses ■
[Genre] Music business
[Major] Music Business
[Language] English, Chinese (Mandarin, Cantonese), or Japanese
■ Lesson content and number of lessons ■
Music business lesson (1 time)
*This is a private lesson (not open to the public)
* Face-to-face or online
■ Qualifications ■
Not only those who are aiming to study music, but also professionals, amateurs, and beginners who are a little interested can take this course.* Suitable for both children and adults!
■ Price ■
14,400 yen (15,840 yen including tax)■ What is included in the price ■
Private lessons (1 time: 60 minutes / time) or group workshops■ Clarify some of the items not included in the price ■
Airfare, food, practice room, musical instrument rental, piano tuning, piano accompaniment, round-trip airport transfer, return airport transfer, Japanese translation, overseas travel accident insurance, city travel, telephone, etc. All personal expenses during free action, etc.■ Price / Schedule Supplement ■
● There is no registration fee for trial lessons/one-time lessons. ● Limited to one time (multiple attendance of the same course is not permitted). However, you may attend courses with different teachers once each. ● If you would like to attend a date and time other than the specified date and time, please contact us with your preferred date.■ Application deadline ■
Until capacity is reached● Even before the application deadline, the deadline will be closed as soon as the capacity is reached. ● Even after the application deadline, you may be able to apply if there is a vacancy in the course, so please contact the And Vision Counselor.