Calling all songwriters who have been actively booking shows, promoting your music and performing for at least a year who are ready to take your songwriting career to the next level.

Music Biz 201 is a 3-hour immersive class designed for performing songwriters who are ready to grow. This advanced workshop will help you confidently navigate the complexities of the music industry, sharpen your business strategy and build a clear path toward achieving your career goals as a performer. 

You will learn how to:

• Identify what you want from your music career to inform what resources to leverage.

• Assess your existing assets and decide where you need to focus your energy on improving.

• Determine which venues and types of shows best meet your goals and how often you should be performing live. 

• Learn when it makes sense to hire marketing professionals versus what you can accomplish on your own.

Note: It is not required that you have taken Music Biz 101, but this course builds on the skills developed in that class. Music Biz 101 will be offered again in September 2026.

Early-Bird Registration: May 27 | $100/per participant

Regular Registration: June 16 | $120/per participant

Only 25 spots available

A limited number of financial aid slots available on a sliding scale. Please email pdxsongwriters@gmail.com with "Music Biz 201 Financial Aid" as the subject. In the body of the email, please include how much you're able to pay. Those who apply will be selected by random draw and notified if they are drawn before ticket sales close.