ALA Copyright Sliderule

An interactive copyright chart allowing you to pick the date of your work and find copyright information.

ASCAP ACE Title Search

Search for titles that have been licensed by ASCAP.

BMI Repertoire Search

Search for artists/song titles that have been licensed by BMI.

Circular 50

Offers detailed information on registering a printed musical work with the Copyright Office.

Circular 56

Provides detailed information on registering a sound recording with the Copyright Office.

Circular 22

Article that outlines how to investigate the copyright status of a work. 

Copyright Clearance Center

Assists in obtaining copyright permissions to use a particular work. 

Copyright Terms

Designed by Cornelle University this site provides a brief overview of copyright terms in a table format for easy viewing.

Harry Fox Agency Songfile

Use the Harry Fox Agency Songfile to apply for mechanical licenses for works. 

Music Library Association's Copyright Guidelines

Offers both general and specific information on topic range from a general copyright FAQ to electronic reserves guidelines.

SESAC

Search for license information for SESAC affiliated artists.

U.S. Copyright Office

Provides a broad range of information from general copyright guidelines to how to register your own work with the U.S. Copyright Office.