A Crash Course for Industry Professionals & Creatives.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just stepping into the industry, this one-day seminar is your essential guide to understanding the basics of Music Publishing.
PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR REGISTRATION LINK & ADDITIONAL DETAILS IN JANUARY, 2026.
All info subject to change.
| Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 |
Time: 9:30AM – 5PM (+ complimentary happy hour) |
| Cost: $185 Early Bird Registration $220 After Feb. 15 Scholarships available |
Location: New York City, in-person event W 38th Street just off 8th Avenue |
Through expert-led sessions, you’ll gain practical insights into key topics such as Performance & Grand Rights, Synch, PROs, and the pivotal roles of composers, editors, and publishers in shaping the industry. Designed to build your confidence, we’ll walk you through the fundamentals while demystifying some of the complexities of the business.
Between sessions, take advantage of networking opportunities to share experiences and connect with colleagues from across the industry. Last year’s event included speakers from Concord, Sony, Boosey & Hawkes, and many others.
Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your knowledge, grow your network, and elevate your expertise in music publishing. Space is limited to 40 attendees.
Your registration fee includes:
- refreshments, lunch and happy hour
- one year of free MPA membership for new or lapsed independent publishers^
* $220 if registering after Feb 15.
*Limited partial or full scholarships may be available to qualified individuals. Please check back in 2026 for more details.
^ Applies to publishers in tiers D – I.
Publishers still need to apply for membership; please see our Membership Application for more information.
The registration fee is non-refundable; MPA may offer credit for a future session at the discretion of the administrator.