Music Copyright for the New Millenium

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Author: David J. Moser

ISBN-10: 1931140162

ISBN-13: 9781931140164

Category: Intellectual Property Law

The 21st century promises to be the greatest period of growth in musical expression the world has ever known, as new technologies have made it easier and less costly to produce and distribute creative works on a worldwide basis. Copyright law and the ownership of intellectual property will continue to be the lifeblood of the music industry and the source from which the income of musicians will be derived. "Music Copyright for the New Millennium" will give you a thorough understanding of...

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The 21st century promises to be the greatest period of growth in musical expression the world has ever known, as new technologies have made it easier and less costly to produce and distribute creative works on a worldwide basis. Copyright law and the ownership of intellectual property will continue to be the lifeblood of the music industry and the source from which the income of musicians will be derived. "Music Copyright for the New Millennium" will give you a thorough understanding of copyright law as it applies specifically to music. In an easy-to-understand style, this book provides explanations of the relevant provisions of U.S. copyright law and demonstrates how they are used in the music industry.

ForewordvPrefaceviChapter 1What is Copyright?2Chapter 2The History of Copyright10Chapter 3The Subject Matter of Copyright19Chapter 4Ownership of Copyright36Chapter 5The Reproduction Right54Chapter 6The Derivative and Distribution Rights66Chapter 7The Public Performance and Display Rights74Chapter 8Duration of Copyright91Chapter 9Copyright Formalities100Chapter 10Infringement of Copyright114Chapter 11Defenses to Infringement126Chapter 12Remedies for Copyright Infringement138Chapter 13International Copyright Protection146Chapter 14The Future of Copyright155Index176About the Author181