Vanderbilt Law School to Host the 2025 Vanderbilt Music Law Summit on April 3

Vanderbilt Law School is proud to announce the second-annual Vanderbilt Music Law Summit, a premier event that brings together industry leaders, legal experts, and professional musicians to explore the evolving landscape of music law. It takes place on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Vanderbilt Law School.

The focus of this year’s summit is the “Future of Music Rights and Enforcement.” This year’s summit features speakers from the U.S. Copyright Office, record labels, performing rights organizations, and technology companies, as well as product demonstrations and the presentation of the Recording Academy ELI Writing Contest winner. Bob Valentine, CEO of Concord Music Group, will deliver the keynote.

Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry leaders and attend insightful panel discussions designed to provide practical knowledge and actionable insights.

“Last year’s Music Law Summit was an incredible success, and we believe this year’s event will raise the bar even higher,” said Joseph Fishman, Professor and Robert S. and Theresa L. Reder Faculty Fellow at Vanderbilt Law. “Nashville’s rich musical heritage, coupled with Vanderbilt’s renowned expertise in entertainment law, make this the perfect setting for this event.”

The agenda covers a diverse range of topics, including:

  • What Lies Ahead for Performing Rights Organizations
  • The Future for Artists and Record Companies
  • Combatting Streaming and Royalty Fraud

To learn more about the Vanderbilt Music Law Summit, including details on registration, hotel reservations, and visiting Nashville, visit the summit website.