In a bid to project a better understanding of the business side of their craft, the MTN Foundation has launched a series of workshops for students of the MUSON Music Scholars Programme.
Themed: ‘Copyright & Intellectual Property Protection’, the first in the quarterly series of the workshop held recently at Agip Recital Hall, MUSON Centre, Lagos.
Employing a variety of local and foreign case studies, legal experts educated the scholars on the fundamentals of intellectual property rights, discussing its benefits and possible consequences of its negligence. The scholars also received information that will enhance their entrepreneurial skills.
Speaking on the new initiative, Nonny Ugboma, Executive Secretary, MTN Foundation, stated: “We have a long-term commitment to the development of young talent, as demonstrated through our interventions over the years. Last year, we sponsored a masterclass with the renowned countertenor, Daniel Taylor and soprano impresario, Ellen McAteer for all students of the MUSON School of Music.
“Our desire to see well-rounded music professionals who are skilful, and understand the business of music led us to introduce this workshop series for participants in the music scholarship programme. The workshops will help prepare the scholars for the real world.”
Commenting on the intervention, Princess Banke Ademola, Director, School of Music, MUSON, appreciated the Foundation and reminded attendees at the inaugural workshop that what MTN Foundation was offering was critical learning often overlooked or unavailable to aspiring artistes. “It’s difficult to find words to express my delight that beyond supporting the scholarship programme, MTN Foundation, is providing this opportunity,” she said.