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Is recreating a song copyright?
Yes, generally. That would constitute the creation of a derivative work of the original copyrighted audio. The original copyright owner has the right to create or approve the creation of derivative works. No one else can do so without permission.
Can I remake an old song?
Since the Copyright Act of 1909, United States musicians have had the right to record a version of someone else’s previously recorded and released tune, whether it is music alone or music with lyrics.
What qualifies as a parody?
A parody takes a piece of creative work–such as art, literature, or film–and imitates it in an exaggerated, comedic fashion. Parody often serves as a criticism or commentary on the original work, the artist who created it, or something otherwise connected to the work.
How to check if a song is copyrighted?
Use Youtube. The best way to check if a song is copyrighted is to have someone do it for you,but who would dabble with such nuisances?
How do you copyright your songs?
Realize that you have a copyright automatically. By international law, you actually own the copyright to your song (or book, artwork, or other artistic creation) as soon as you create it. Your copyright is free and is automatic. The song must be “fixed” in some way, in a written down copy or a recording.
What is music copyright law?
Federal copyright law protects published and unpublished original musical works, including the song lyrics. A music copyright exists as soon as the musical composition has been created in a fixed format; i.e. sheet music or an audio recording.
How to copyright your music?
Complete a copyright application.