Monthly Archives: July 2009

This post is part 7 in a series of copyright myths answered. Myth #7: I can use a piece of music as long as I change it slightly. Truth: The truth here lies in how “slight” the changes are.  If … Continue reading →

This post is part 6 in a series of copyright myths examined. Myth #6: I can use music if the owner does not post a copyright notice (the familiar C inside a circle). Truth: Beginning in March of 1989, copyright … Continue reading →

This post is part of a series of copyright myths and answers. Myth #5: Music is free when you find it on the internet. Truth: Just because it is easier to steal music on the internet than it is in … Continue reading →

This post is part 4 in a series of copyright myths. Myth #4: I do not have to get permission to use music as long as I am using it for a non-profit organization. Truth: Non-profit organizations must follow the … Continue reading →

This post is part 3 in a series of copyright myths and realities. Myth #3: If you use less than eight bars of music, you are not violating copyright law. (or)  If you use less than 8 seconds of a … Continue reading →

This post is part 2 in a series of copyright myths explained. Myth #2: If the composer is dead, the copyright is no longer valid. Truth: Not true.  As a general rule, for works created after January 1, 1978, copyright … Continue reading →