{"id":1942,"date":"2025-11-18T05:41:56","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T03:41:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?p=172346"},"modified":"2025-11-18T05:41:56","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T03:41:56","slug":"free-ip-music-industry-workshop-for-artists-at-george-high-school","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myza.co.za\/events\/free-ip-music-industry-workshop-for-artists-at-george-high-school\/","title":{"rendered":"FREE: IP &amp; Music Industry Workshop for Artists at \u00a0George High School"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class>Free IP &amp; Music Industry Workshop for Artists<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Venue:&nbsp;George High School<br class>Dates:<span class>&nbsp;<\/span><span class>12 December \u2013&nbsp;<\/span><span class>Time: 9am and <\/span><span class>13 December \u2013 Time: 9am<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class><b class>Calling All Musicians, Podcasters, and Creatives<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class>Artists across the Western Cape are invited to attend a&nbsp;free two-day Intellectual Property (IP) and Music Industry Workshop&nbsp;at George High School this December.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class readability=\"62.26143024619\">\n<p><span class>This event will bring together leading voices in South Africa\u2019s creative industries to share practical knowledge and insights to help artists build sustainable, successful careers.<\/span><br class><span class><b class><br class>The workshop will feature in-depth discussions on:<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class>Radio<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class>Collecting Agencies<br class><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class>Management and Agents<br class><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class>Royalties<br class><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class>Podcasts<br class><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class>Intellectual Property (in partnership with the Department of Small Business Development)<br class><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span class>Why You Should Attend<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class>Strategic Insight from Industry Leaders<\/span><\/strong><br class><span class>Learn directly from respected professionals who will provide practical guidance on navigating today\u2019s complex creative ecosystem \u2014 from streaming and sync deals to royalties and performance rights.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class>Unlock New Revenue Streams<\/span><\/strong><br class><span class>Discover how to protect your work, get paid fairly, and take advantage of new opportunities in the evolving creative economy, including insights into the Copyright Protection Amendment Bill.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class>Culture Meets Commerce<\/span><\/strong><br class><span class>Connect with creators, innovators, and industry veterans. This workshop bridges tradition and transformation to strengthen South Africa\u2019s creative economy from the inside out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class><b class>Featured Speakers include&nbsp;<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class>Germaine Legend<\/span><\/strong><br class><span class>An Afro-Smooth Jazz guitarist often compared to Jonathan Butler, Germaine brings a wealth of performance experience and a deep understanding of today\u2019s music industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class>Brendan (Spike) Ballantine<\/span><\/strong><br class><span class>Podcast and audio production professional with extensive experience in branded podcast creation, content development, editing, mixing, and sound design. Brendan brings creative originality and technical expertise to every project,&nbsp;from concept to completion.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span class>Martin Myers<\/span><\/strong><br class><span class>Founder of&nbsp;Music Exchange (MEX)&nbsp;and host of&nbsp;The Business of Entertainment&nbsp;on&nbsp;CapeTalk (567 AM).<\/span><br class><span class>Since May 2023, Martin has hosted this weekly show, attracting over 103,000 listeners. Each episode features award-winning creatives and industry leaders sharing valuable insights into the business of entertainment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class>\u201cWe unpack what it really takes to make a living in this space,\u201d says Myers.<\/span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class>A UCT graduate and founder of the non-profit&nbsp;Music Exchange (MEX), Martin Myers has spent more than 30 years in the entertainment industry. Formerly with BMG\/Sony Music, he has dedicated his career to artist development,&nbsp;music management, and public relations.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<div class><br class><span class><b class>Workshop Details<\/b>Admission:&nbsp;Free&nbsp;<br class>Venue:&nbsp;George High School<br class>Dates:&nbsp;12 &amp; 13 December<\/span><\/div>\n<div class readability=\"7.3018867924528\"><span class>Queries &nbsp;to Germaine Leonard : &nbsp;<a class href=\"mailto:germaineleonardmusic@gmail.com\">germaineleonardmusic@gmail.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class>Don\u2019t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow your career in the creative industry.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class><br class>Join us as we explore how to build and sustain the business behind the music.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure id=\"attachment_172347\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-172347\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/?attachment_id=172347\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-172347 size-full lazyload\" alt width=\"800\" height=\"800\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GLM-Academy-Presents-Musicianship-101-with-Music-Exchange.-800-x-800-px.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GLM-Academy-Presents-Musicianship-101-with-Music-Exchange.-800-x-800-px.png 800w, https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GLM-Academy-Presents-Musicianship-101-with-Music-Exchange.-800-x-800-px-625x625.png 625w, https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GLM-Academy-Presents-Musicianship-101-with-Music-Exchange.-800-x-800-px-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GLM-Academy-Presents-Musicianship-101-with-Music-Exchange.-800-x-800-px-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GLM-Academy-Presents-Musicianship-101-with-Music-Exchange.-800-x-800-px-80x80.png 80w, https:\/\/mypr.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/GLM-Academy-Presents-Musicianship-101-with-Music-Exchange.-800-x-800-px-45x45.png 45w\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 800px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 800\/800;\"><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-172347\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Event Poster. 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