What are some of the ethical considerations you should think about as you are working on your ...

The people you are studying should not be harmed by your research.
 Always ask permission of the people you are interviewing, observing, and/or recording, explaining to them what you are proposing to find out and how you will present your results in a non-harmful manner.
 Plan to give something back to the participants. If possible, you should attempt to act as cultural and musical advocate for the music and musicians you are studying.
 Check with your professor and/or institution to find out the policies associated with field research. (Institutional Review Board-IRB.)