Re: Re: Re: how do i copywrite my music

Subject: Re: Re: Re: Re: how do i copywrite my music

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: : : : what are the procedures to copywrite my music recordings and the name of my act. also are there any fees? and what is publishing all about. another question would be, how long does this whole process take? Also, how do I get some of the papers in order to file my copy write, and how many songs can I copy write at one time? : Dear Denise, : With recordings you can register them and be set up to get statutory royalties. It is often adviseable to joint ASCAP, BMI, SECAC or some other group so that the royalties can be policed. : The official fee for registering a copyright is $30. If you have more than one work on the release you can save a bundle. The release cost $30. Release an album! : The forms can be obtained from the Register of Copyrights. It takes many months to receive the registration, though it dates back to the date of receipt by the Register of Copyrights. : If you are in a rush on a copyright and need to sue, there is a rush filing fee of about $550. : It would be wise to have a trademark resigtered for your records. Don't pick a make until you know it is not used or reserved. : The trademark should be searched before it is adopted. A proposed us trademark application can reserve your mark. Trademarks and service marks take about a year or more to get the certificate. : M. Arthur Auslander : Auslander & Thomas-Intellectual Property Law Since 1909 : 3008 Johnson Ave., New York, NY 10463 : 718-543-0266, aus@auslander.com : ELAINE's Workshop® : E arly L egal A dvice I s N ot E xpensive™ : Reality Check®

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