3 Things Every Musician Needs to Know About Copyright Law
When you create a song or piece of music, that piece of artwork automatically belongs to you. While you hold the copyright to that piece, your word alone can be hard to prove in court, should someone try to steal your work. The only way to ensure that your music is safe from thieves is to protect yourself with an official copyright. If you are unsure why a copyright is necessary, read below to learn more about copyright law and the importance of guarding your creations. Copyright protection begins with creation: As mentioned earlier when you write a song or create a melody, your copyright protection begins. So long as the music and/or lyrics are recorded or put on paper, they are protected, according to the U.S. Copyright Office. It…