How to Release Music offers artists, mentors, and music educators working at the secondary or collegiate level an overview of what goes into releasing independent music--both original music and covers. Designed as an easy-to-read reference guide and resource for those teaching students who are curious about how the music industry works, it offers fundamental knowledge for those who not only want to release their own music but whose students are interested in releasing music. As the music industry is constantly changing and evolving, this book focuses on the consistent aspects of releasing music (copyright, revenue streams, marketing, artwork, and recording standards) while simultaneously addressing current and potential future trends for releasing music. It addresses the unique questions and concerns about releasing music within an educational context, including working with minors, protecting copyrights, and collecting revenue. Through well researched information, personal anecdotes and stories, the authors share their journeys of releasing music themselves and with their students and provide lesson planning ideas and actionable exercises for learner-centered pedagogical outcomes as well as an accompanying companion website of resources for anyone wanting to release music.