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A song is protected for the life of the creator plus 50 years in most countries; the US and several others have extended this to the life of the creator plus 70 years.
A recording is protected separately, for the life of its creator plus 50 or 70 years; corporate works (say, a band recording) are protected for 95 years from creation.
Older US recordings may be covered by state law rather than federal law; in those cases a significant amount of research may be required to determine status.
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Is it legal to copy music or books that are out of print?
Not necessarily; often works will be protected by copyright long after they are out of print.
Is the music Elizabethan Serenade protected by copyright?
The "Elizabethan Serenade" is a composition by Ronald Binge, who died in 1979. It is therefore protected by copyright until 2049 in the European Community.
Should musical works be protected by copyright?
According to copyright laws in most countries, "musical works" are specifically listed among protected works. The intent of copyright is to encourage creativity, and music is certainly creative.
Is music intellectual property?
Virtually all recordings are protected by copyright, and all contemporary music. Older works (prior to 1923 in the US) may not be protected, but arrangements, adaptations, performances, and recordings of it would be.
What are the notes for Super Trouper?
ABBA's music is protected under international copyright laws.
Is the music for Blue Suede Shoes copyright protected?
chances are if it's on a cd, cassette tape or record... yes it is copyright protected! The song itself is controlled by Carl Perkins Music and Wren Music (a division of Cherio); certain performances and recordings may have additional protections.
How do you download older music from the internet that is not copyright protected to your computer?
USe the software program "LIMEWIRE"
How can a composer continue to make money years after they have written a piece of music?
Yes, it is protected by copyright.
Is Winter Wonderland protected by copyright?
Yes; Winter Wonderland is handled by Alfred Music Publishing.
What is ABBA songs note for keyboard Chiquitta?
The music of ABBA is protected by copyright laws and it would be illegal to post sheet music.
In 'West Coast Mist' Declan Masterson plays long stretches of Handel's 'Ombra mai fu' yet puts his own name to the 'composition' How can this be justified?
Music of Handel is no longer protected by copyright.
How do you copyright my music?
Once your music has been "fixed," (recorded or notated), it is automatically protected. You can also register your work with the Copyright Office; it has the same level of protection, but it enables you to sue infringers more easily.
