Use of music in audiovisual projects
Purportedly “free” music
Many people browse the internet looking for music to use in their audiovisual projects. Sometimes, the music offered is designated …
#Term of protection
Setting to music
Whether they write choir music or a pop-song, composers are often inspired by an existing text which they want to …
Specific forms of arrangement
Sampling and Remixes
The articles about arrangements in the “Good to know” series have so far focused on “conventional” arrangements of musical works. …
Arranging works protected by copyright
Musical works in the public domain can be arranged at will. But works which are still protected by copyright, i.e. …
Publishing agreements: What do I need to consider?
Publishing agreements in Switzerland are governed by the Swiss Code of Obligations (OR) The respective statutory provisions on it are, …