CMP Music Business & Copyright Law

Question 1

What is copyright in the context of music?

Accepted Answer

Legal protection for original works

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A licensing fee

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A public domain entry

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A contract clause

Question 2

Which organization collects performance royalties in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

BMI

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RIAA

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Spotify

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YouTube

Question 3

What is a music publishing deal?

Accepted Answer

Agreement to manage and license songs

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A recording contract

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Social media promotion

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Online store agreement

Question 4

What does a music producer typically earn royalties from?

Accepted Answer

Master recordings and sales

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Concert merchandise

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Live performance fees

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Fan clubs

Question 5

What is a mechanical royalty?

Accepted Answer

Payment for reproducing music

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Radio airtime

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Sale of merchandise

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Music lessons

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT protected by copyright?

Accepted Answer

An idea

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Melody

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Lyrics

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Chord progression

Question 7

What is fair use in music law?

Accepted Answer

Limited use for education or commentary

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Using songs without permission for profit

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Creating remixes

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Selling copyrighted tracks

Question 8

What is the term for the legal owner of a sound recording?

Accepted Answer

Master rights holder

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Lyricist

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Publisher

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Performer

Question 9

Why is registering music with the U.S. Copyright Office important?

Accepted Answer

To obtain legal protection and sue if needed

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To join a music union

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To receive free airplay

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To produce more songs