Songwriting copyright, or publishing rights, is the aspect of song protection separate from the performance or recording; it is right in the underlying work.
The Library of COngress www.loc.gov keeps all of the copyright records.
Sue Friddle has written: 'Anyone'$ songwriting guide to copyright protection and song-pitching by mail' -- subject(s): Copyright, Music, Popular music, Writing and publishing
To get started in songwriting, one should visit a local songwriting course. Check the local listings. Alternatively, look at Youtube videos on the basics of songwriting.
UK Songwriting Festival was created in 2004.
Betty Comden was Adolf Green's songwriting partner
If you need help with your songwriting, there are several places you can turn to for help. It's best to consult a songwriter and ask specific questions like "how could I make this chorus stronger, etc.". You can get some great free songwriting help at HitJerker-Songwriting.com: http://www.hitjerker-songwriting.com/songwriting-help.html
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