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Jeremy Peters
Assistant Professor of Music (Business & Entrepreneurship), Wayne State University; Music, Creative and Cultural Industries Business Process consultant; Forensic Musicologist
Jeremy Peters is an Assistant Professor of Music Business at Wayne State University, where he also serves as an affiliate faculty member in the Labor@Wayne initiative and the Entrepreneurship Department within the Mike Ilitch School of Business. He holds an MBA from the University of Cambridge and a BA from the University of Michigan, and he is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts (FRSA) .12
Academic Focus
Peters specializes in several areas, including:
- Arts entrepreneurship
- Music sociology
- Organization theory
- Creative and cultural industries
- Pedagogy
His research employs qualitative and mixed-methods approaches, often incorporating oral history, ethnography, and archival research. He has previously lectured at the University of Michigan Law School and its School of Music, Theatre, and Dance, focusing on topics such as copyright and entrepreneurship in the music industry .12
Professional Involvement
Peters is active in various scholarly associations and professional organizations, including:
- The Recording Academy (GRAMMYs)
- Society for Arts Entrepreneurship Education
- Music and Entertainment Industry Educators Association
- Society for Ethnomusicology
He currently advises the Detroit Sound Conservancy and serves as Treasurer for Audivi, a professional choral ensemble in Detroit. His previous roles include positions with the American Association of Independent Music and 826michigan .12
Courses Taught
In the Fall Term 2024, Peters teaches several courses related to music business, including:
- Music IP and Stakeholders
- Strategy and Organization in Music
- Music Industry Seminar
He continues to engage students through a curriculum that emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical application within the music industry .1
