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Arrangement Copyright and How It Applies To Public Domain Pieces

Hi all, here is a very important message. As more and more pieces come into Public Domain, we see an emerging number of new arrangements of those pieces being made available. I want to make very clear what Simply Music’s position is regarding Copyright as…

First Nations Cultural and Intellectual Property in the Arts

This article was sent to me a few days ago. I thought, if you haven’t seen it, it might be an interesting and informative read. Protocols for using First Nations Cultural and Intellectual Property in the Arts https://www.australiacouncil.gov.au/programs-and-resources/Protocols-for-using-First-Nations-Cultural-and-Intellectual-Property-in-the-Arts/ Original discussion started October 5, 2020

Lending Library

Does anyone offer their students a “lending library” to allow them to check out and borrow pieces of your music? What are your policies? Are there any problems with copyright in doing this? No copies are being made, there is no copyright infringement. Other things…

Permission to print lyrics to SM songs

For a piano party or recital, do we have permission to print lyrics to SM foundation songs? I know the kids know the lyrics, but some non-coach parents, grandparents, and friends may not. I would love for people to sing along with accompaniment pieces especially.…

Providing Students With Music

I would welcome feedback. During the Accompaniment program, how do you approach teaching music pieces outside of the Simply Music curriculum. 1. Do you provide the music pieces or do they bring one of their own? 2. Is this a licensing issue? If I purchase…

Copyright Questions

How does one know, or can go to, (to search for songs which are, or are not), public domain? The problem with copyright law is that what is legal in one country may not be in another. I feel somewhat comfortable starting with this website…