Module III: Pursuing a Career in Music

FOCUS: Selling Out as a Musician

Your group's challenge is to prepare for a debate on the subject of what it means to "sell out." Watch the video and listen to what the panelists have to say on the subject of being your own person. Think about these questions as you prepare for the debate. Assign opposing viewpoints on each question to different members of the group. Select one member of your group to be the moderator.

Before viewing the program consider these questions:

Is it selling out if you write songs for other people? Why/why not?
Is it selling out if you sing or perform other people's songs? Why/why not?
Is it selling out if you sell your song for an advertisement? Why/why not?

Use this form to help you keep track of the information you collect.

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As a group, discuss the following question as a summary to your debate.

Is it okay to sell out?

Always
Sometimes
Never
Depends

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