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Songwriting student sitting in group session with guitar having a songwriting session

Curb College
on Music Row

The future of entertainment
and media lives here

A leader in entertainment education for more than 50 years, Belmont University offers students unprecedented access and countless opportunities, all in the heart of Music City: Nashville. Now, Belmont’s Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business is setting an even higher standard with plans for significant expansion to its historic facilities on the internationally-renowned Music Row.

Thanks to a catalyzing lead gift from benefactor Mike Curb, Belmont’s Curb college has started renovations of 34 Music Square East and begun plans for the construction of a new state-of-the-art facility next door. We are now embarking on the next phase of fundraising to make this dream a reality.

This project preserves the area’s rich history – keeping music on the legendary Music Row – while providing innovative, world-class spaces for entertainment education and collaboration. These facilities will give birth to tomorrow’s entertainment leaders and foster deep connections for Nashville’s music, sports, film and media industries. Join us in building the future of entertainment & media.

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READY TO CONNECT?

Curb College
on Music Row

The future of entertainment
and media lives here

A leader in entertainment education for more than 50 years, Belmont University offers students unprecedented access and countless opportunities, all in the heart of Music City: Nashville. Now, Belmont’s Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business is setting an even higher standard with plans for significant expansion to its historic facilities on the internationally-renowned Music Row.

Thanks to a catalyzing lead gift from benefactor Mike Curb, Belmont’s Curb college has started renovations of 34 Music Square East and begun plans for the construction of a new state-of-the-art facility next door. We are now embarking on the next phase of fundraising to make this dream a reality.

This project preserves the area’s rich history – keeping music on the legendary Music Row – while providing innovative, world-class spaces for entertainment education and collaboration. These facilities will give birth to tomorrow’s entertainment leaders and foster deep connections for Nashville’s music, sports, film and media industries. Join us in building the future of entertainment & media.

LEARN MORE
READY TO CONNECT?
Songwriting student sitting in group session with guitar having a songwriting session
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THE FUTURE IS TAKING SHAPE…
CAN YOU HELP US BRING THIS VISION TO LIFE?

THE FUTURE IS TAKING SHAPE…

Curb students filming a interview after Belmont Tracks in the GIG
 

Our Mission

To shape culture through entertainment education that fosters wisdom, character and community.

 

Our Vision

To be the premier institution for entertainment education, recognized globally for preparing leaders of character to innovate, excel, and thrive across music, film & tv, publishing, sports and media.

 

curb college student directing on film set

CAN YOU HELP US BRING THIS VISION TO LIFE?

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Key Initiatives

Center for Mental Health in Entertainment

Center for Live Entertainment

400-Capacity Venue

Johnny Cash Learning Center

15 Dedicated Songwriting Rooms

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Exterior painting of the Curb on Music Row building

Phase One

2024-2025

  • Renovating the historic Buddy Lee Attractions/Capitol Records building (34 Music Square East)
  • Adding 17,000 square feet of songwriting rooms, listening spaces, live sound classrooms and student lounges
  • Including new, updated space for Nashville’s Leadership Music offices, continuing Curb College’s industry investment
  • Set to open for current students in August 2025
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Inside Phase One

Interior rendering of the of the Curb on Music Row building

Entry 1

Belmont on Music Row – BLA Renovation

Interior rendering of the of the Curb on Music Row building

Entry 2

Belmont on Music Row – BLA Renovation

Lobby

Belmont on Music Row – BLA Renovation

Rendering of the interior of the Curb on Music Row building

Lounge

Belmont on Music Row – BLA Renovation

Rendering of the interior of the Curb on Music Row building

Elevator Lobby & Student Collaboration

Belmont on Music Row – BLA Renovation

Rendering of the interior of the Curb on Music Row building

Listening Room

Belmont on Music Row – BLA Renovation

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Rendering of the exterior of the Curb on Music Row building

Phase Two

2026-2028

  • Develop a new 70,000 square foot building behind Belmont’s existing Music Row footprint
  • Facility will integrate all facets of the entertainment industry
  • Includes a 400-capacity performance venue
  • Networking and gathering spaces for students and industry professionals
  • A coffee shop & cafe
  • Content capture rooms
  • Underground parking
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Inside PHASE TWo

Painting of the Curb on Music Row lobby

Lobby

Belmont on Music Row

Painting of the Curb on Music Row venue

Venue

Belmont on Music Row

Painting of the Curb on Music Row Center for Mental Health

Center for Mental Health

Belmont on Music Row

Painting of the Curb on Music Row content creation studio

Content Creation Studio

Belmont on Music Row

Painting of the Curb on Music Row podcast studio

Podcast Studio

Belmont on Music Row

Painting of the Curb on Music Row black box teaching theater

Black Box Teaching Theater

Belmont on Music Row

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Brittany Schaffer

Brittany Schaffer

Curb College Dean

“For 50 years, our faculty, staff and world-class facilities have made Belmont a top destination for future music executives, engineers, artists and songwriters, and we recognize the importance of keeping our entertainment curriculum and facilities in lockstep with industry needs. This planned expansion on Music Row will allows us to deepen our integration with the industry, creating an unprecedented immersive experience for our students while driving innovation alongside our partners in the entertainment landscape.” 

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TIMELINE

Exterior painting of the Curb on Music Row building

Summer 2024

Renovations Begin on Phase One

Currently in progress, the renovations to the historic Buddy Lee Attractions/Capitol Records building include adding 17,000 square feet of songwriting rooms, listening spaces, live sound classrooms and student lounges. In addition, it will provide new, updated space for Nashville’s Leadership Music offices, continuing Belmont’s and Curb College’s partnership with the organization. 
Rendering of the interior of the Curb on Music Row building

Summer 2025

Renovations Complete

Phase one is anticipated to be complete in Summer 2025 for spaces to be used by Curb College students beginning in August.
Painting of the Curb on Music Row lobby

Summer 2026

Groundbreaking on Phase Two

Phase Two will involve the construction of a new 70,000+ square foot building behind Belmont’s existing Music Row footprint. This facility will integrate all facets of the entertainment industry, including a 400-capacity performance venue, networking and gathering spaces for students and industry professionals, a coffee shop & cafe, content capture rooms and underground parking.
Rendering of the exterior of the Curb on Music Row building

Summer 2028

Project Completion

As lead donor Mike Curb noted, “With this latest investment, we’ll build upon that strong foundation to push entertainment and music business education ahead to the next level, ensuring a steady stream of well-prepared professionals for the ever-growing industry.”

Construction Updates

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March 2025

  • Drywall going up on the first floor songwriting showcase performance space.
  • Entryway stairs to new Leadership Music offices are being rebuilt while maintaining the original retro design
  • All new songwriting rooms are framed out on 2nd floor
  • Double-wall insulation going in for dedicated AET live sound classroom
  • Framing underway on 3rd-floor offices

Construction 34 Music Sq. East - The entryway staircase halfway through the construction process Construction 34 Music Sq. East- A view of the framed out the 2nd floor Construction 34 Music Sq. East - A construction worker putting up drywall

November 2024

Watch the video above from David Minnigan with updates from the construction site.

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Campaign Progress

OF 98 MILLION DOLLARS REACHED

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Invest Now

Keeping Music on Music Row

You can be a part of shaping culture and transforming lives through a gift to this facility, where the leaders of entertainment, music business, sports and media will be formed.

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Have Questions?

Interested in learning more about the Curb College on Music Row project and any available giving or naming opportunities? Contact Phil Shay for more information on investing in the future of entertainment & media at Belmont!

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