TRACE Academia, M.O.T.I launch music business course

This was revealed in a press statement dated Wednesday, July 26, 2023, issued by both parties.

According to the executive chairperson and co-founder of TRACE, Olivier Laouchez, the online business course will be a game changer for those seeking to break barriers in the music industry.

"We are thrilled to launch the Music Business Course on TRACE Academia, as we believe it will be a game-changer for all music enthusiasts, aspiring professionals, and artists seeking to break barriers in the music industry," he said, adding, "Tatenda and I worked tirelessly to ensure that the course delivers practical knowledge and guidance that is both relevant and actionable, paving the way for the next generation of M.O.T.I's," he said.

The Music Business Course is meant to empower aspiring music professionals and artists. The course is also aimed at improving the participants’ music composition and performance skills, diving into the art of computer-aided music for digital masterpieces, and discovering the secrets of top-notch sound engineering for pristine audio production.

The course is an addition to the many free courses and certificates offered by both TRACE Academia and M.O.T.I of which most are dedicated to improving entrepreneurship and soft skills.

About TRACE Academia and M.O.T.I.

M.O.T.I. is an online platform offering easily understandable resources, step-by-step videos, and valuable tools such as the M.O.T.I. Digital Split Sheet" and "Metadata Form" to empower aspiring musicians and promote transparent collaborations.

Trace Academia is a mobile app that offers free courses and certificates dedicated to jobs, entrepreneurship, and soft skills. Trace Academia’s mission is to empower young people, with a focus on women, by providing them with free learning from the world’s best experts as well as opportunities to kickstart their careers.

The M.O.T.I. Music Business Course is now open for enrollment, and interested people can sign up on the TRACE Academia application.

Since its launch on April 21, 2022, TRACE Academia has had over half a million downloads, with over 100,000 registered users and 145 course enrollments.