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The document discusses the roles and functions of a music publisher. It explains that publishers work to find and develop songwriting talent, promote songs, protect copyrights, and manage royalty payments. Publishers have departments that handle legal affairs, copyright registration, promotion, creative development, and accounting. The document also examines the relationships between publishers and songwriters, noting wants and expectations on both sides, such as earnings, expertise, and creative input. Finally, it outlines the topics to be covered in the module's subsequent weeks, including publishing agreements, collecting societies, copyright law, and royalty administration.Read less