Russian Federation
Cases of copyright infringement on musical works and their subsequent reworking are quite common in judicial practice. Therefore, it is crucial for professionals wishing to freely use music in their professional activities to understand the mechanisms of copyright and its potential pitfalls. This article examines musical works as copyrighted objects, analyzing their characteristic features, objective forms of expression, and elements subject to legal protection.
copyright, musical composition, mechanical notes, midi file, melody, harmony, rhythm, music therapy
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