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MUSIC & DIGITAL MEDIA (Spring 2019)

RIGHTS FRAMEWORK AND SCOPE OF PROTECTION (1 OF 2): Musical Compositions (Originality / Similarity / Infringement / Fair Use) (Spring 2019)

TOPICS

Overview of originality / protectability / copyrightability:

- What are the elements of a musical composition?

- What makes a musical composition protectable under copyright law?

Infringement of musical compositions — access, substantial similarity, etc.

Under what circumstances does one infringe another’s rights in a musical composition?

Role of expert witnesses in infringement cases. Sampling of musical compositions.

Fair use of musical compositions.