Now Available: Watch the ATXM Master Class on Performance Royalties, Mechanical Royalties & Publishing 101
Missed our first ATXM Master Class of 2026 or want to revisit the discussion? The full video recording is now available in the ATXM Resource Library.
Hosted at St. Edward's University as part of our new education partnership, this interactive session brought together music industry experts from BMI and The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) to help musicians better understand how royalties work—and how to make sure they're collecting the income they've earned.
Whether you're a songwriter, performing artist, producer, manager, or independent label, this master class provides practical guidance to help you navigate today's music business.
In this session, you'll learn:
How performance royalties work
The difference between performance and mechanical royalties
How streaming generates songwriter income
Why registering with The MLC is essential
Common mistakes that leave musicians missing royalty payments
Best practices for protecting your music publishing rights
The class also includes a panel discussion and audience Q&A with industry professionals, providing real-world answers to the questions independent musicians ask every day.
This event launched ATXM's 2026 Music Industry Education Series, presented in partnership with St. Edward's University, and reflects our shared commitment to providing practical, career-focused education for Austin's music community.
Continue Your Professional Development
The ATXM Resource Library is your growing destination for educational videos, guides, presentations, and tools designed to help independent musicians build sustainable careers.
Watch the full master class today and explore additional resources created to support musicians through every stage of their careers.
Whether you're a songwriter, producer, composer, or performing artist, this on-demand Master Class provides actionable insights to help you prepare, protect, and profit from your music.
Resource Type: On-Demand Video Master Class
Audience: Independent Musicians, Songwriters, Producers, Composers, Music Entrepreneurs
Cost: Free
