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Most "traditional" or "folk" music is of sufficient age (pre 1923) to be in the public domain. Bear in mind however, that if the works are without copyright restriction, revisions to lyrics and music can be done at anytime and those are protected. Additionally while the music and lyrics may be unencumbered individual performances may not be.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoIt will vary from song to song depending upon when the song was written and in some cases just as importantly when it was published. A good general rule of thumb is if the song was written or published before 1923 then is should be in the public domain and can be used without restriction
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∙ 12y agoWorks prior to 1923 (in the US) are in the public domain, but certain settings, arrangements, performances, and recordings may have their own protection.
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What is the best site that lists Filipino public domain songs?
The best site that lists Filipino public domain songs is the Public Domain Information site, that list a lot of free songs for download.
Is shenandoah the folk song in the public domain?
Yes, definitely. The author is unknown.
Palawan folk songs bagit?
folk songs
When was Folk Songs of the Hills created?
Folk Songs of the Hills was created in 1946.
When was Australian Folk Songs created?
Australian Folk Songs was created in 1958.
.Is Shenandoah folk song public domain?
Yes, Shenandoah is public domain.
Why is there no copyright on folksongs?
Folk songs, folk tales, and other sufficiently old creative works are not protected by copyright because they are in the public domain: no one owns them because we all own them.
What is the best site that lists Filipino public domain songs?
The best site that lists Filipino public domain songs is the Public Domain Information site, that list a lot of free songs for download.
Is Shenandoah public domain?
Yes, Shenandoah is in the public domain. This traditional American folk song dates back to the 19th century and its copyright has expired, making it part of the public domain.
How can you prove that the song When Johnny Comes Marching Home is in Public Domain?
Type public domain patriotic songs into a search engine. You will find your answer. This song is in public domain.
What Irish songs are public domain?
Irish washerwoman
Is shenandoah the folk song in the public domain?
Yes, definitely. The author is unknown.
Are any Noel Coward songs in public domain?
Yes, some Noel Coward songs are in the public domain. Generally, his works published before 1923 are in the public domain. However, the copyright status of specific songs may vary, so it's important to check individual works.
Is the folk song Senor Don Gato in the public domain?
The song itself is in the public domain, but certain arrangements, performances, and recordings may have their own rights.
Are state songs Public domain?
Not necessarily; it varies from state to state.
Is the song Molly do you love me in the public domain?
The song Molly Do You Love Me is in the public domain. This is because the song and its lyrics were written before 1922. Any songs which were written before this time are considered public domain.
Is the song Jack was every inch a sailor in the public domain?
The traditional folk song" Jack was every inch a Sailor'"is in the public domain and the music and lyrics for this songÊcan be found at traditionalmusic.co.uk.
