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Copyright happens at the time you create something original and fix it in a tangible form (recorded on your hard drive, tape, or even written on paper). However, there are times when you may want to register your work. Each country has its copyright office and the following list of resources and services can help you register them correctly.
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The Creative Commons has free, human-readable licenses for creative works. You can use these licenses to give very clear ideas of what people can do with your creative works, especially your music...
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The Canadian Intellectual Property Agency is the official Canadian governmental authority for copyright.
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A site where you can pay to have your copyright paperwork completed for you. If you can afford it, this is a helpful service that will save you a lot of time.
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Emeraz is a one stop shop for musicians. Not only is it one of the best online copyrighting systems on the planet it's also a great music collaboration website. You can also sell your music, promo...
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The Internet Law Library, where you can find a lot of information on intellectual property and copyright law.
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A site of legal resources and help about copyright for musicians in New York.
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A public interest group based in Washington DC that deals with copyright issues in today's digital culture.
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This site is where you can register for copyright in the UK. There is also information explaining the rules and terms of copyright as well as free online intellectual property (IP) courses.
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The U.S. Copyright Office is the official governmental authority for US copyright law, forms, and information.
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An artist needs to have his/her work copyrighted to protect against piracy of their music. It is a good idea to have written music sheet and/or tabulature to your music, both in a lock box or safe...