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Music Business & Entrepreneurship

Music Business and Entrepreneurship students in the classroom.

The Bachelor of Science in Music Business & Entrepreneurship from the University of Florida prepares graduates to excel in fields like music management, marketing, recording/engineering, entertainment, for-profit music ventures and non-profit music organizations—not just in Florida, but across the nation.

Our innovative curriculum strikes the perfect harmony between music business intricacies and specialized performance skills.

Picture yourself not just as a musician, but as a dynamic music business entrepreneur!

  • Experience a dynamic blend of courses like Multimedia Production for the Music Industry, Commercial Music Skills and Ensembles, Strategic Music Entrepreneurship Development, and Digital Musicianship
  • Embrace a nontraditional audition process showcasing your musical talents for a diverse range of ensembles
  • Audition for traditional one-on-one lessons
  • Conclude your journey with your own captivating business plan

How to Apply

  • Bachelor of Science (BS)

Faculty, Staff and Advisors

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Rich Pellegrin

Associate Professor
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  • School of Music
rpellegrin@arts.ufl.edu
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José V. Ruiz-Resto

Associate Professor
  • Music Business and Entrepreneurship
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  • School of Music
jruizresto@ufl.edu
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Scott T. Wilson

Associate Professor
  • School of Music
swilson@arts.ufl.edu

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Oct 3, 2024

Celebrando Amistad: GRAMMY Celebration Concert

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UF School of Music
3:00 PM

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Nov 6, 2024

Quincy Jones: A Masterclass in Artistic Excellence and Cultural Resonance

Oct 2, 2024

Tom Petty: A Legacy of Music Business Acumen and Entrepreneurial Spirit

Feb 21, 2023

Gators who go beyond Grammy wins: UF Music Business & Entrepreneurship degree offers new model for music education

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