How do i backup itunes music?

Hi, I need to backup my music and pics since i'm upgrading from a HDD to a SSD, but using time machine is taking lots of space and time, plus i want a fresh start into the new system... anyone could help me whith this please? thanks a lot

iTunes: How to move the library to an EHD
iPhoto: How to move the Library to an EHD
It is important that the External Hard Drive is formatted as Mac OS Extended (journaled).
There is also this...
Create a Bootable Clone Backup of your current Hard Drive...
By far the easiest way to make such a Backup, is to use something like
SuperDuper  http://www.shirt-pocket.com/
or CCC  http://www.bombich.com/
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