Copyright for songwriters -- The business of making music. [Pt.] I. Copyright for songwriters. Understanding copyright law ; How copyright protects you ; Protecting your copyrights and yourself ; Making money from your music -- Pt. II. The business of making music. When you form a band ; Understanding contracts ; Finding and managing a booking agent ; Managers and what they mean to your career ; Music lawyers and how to find and work with one ; Trademarks and why they're important to you ; Choosing a performing name you can protect -- Appendixes. A. Form club engagement agreement ; B: Form photographer's agreement and assignment of copyright ; C. Form designer's agreement and assignment of copyright ; D. Sample trademark cease-and-desist letter ; F. Resources.
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