Music P35 Flashcards
0
Q
The first US copyright laws were put into place when ______ protested in front of Congress.
A
Victor Herbert
1
Q
How did Puccini’s meal complain help establish US Copyright laws?
A
Puccini’s criticism reached Raymond Hubbell, who convinced Victor Herbert to join the cause
2
Q
Why was the ASCAP created in 1914?
A
To protect “Live Performances” under copyright law
3
Q
ASCAP was created by how many composers?
A
9 Composers
4
Q
What does ASCAP stand for?
A
American Society for Composers Authors & Publishers
5
Q
ASCAP would protect artist under copyright law by doing what?
A
Collecting Fees at Public Performances
6
Q
Victor Herbert sewed a restaurant when he heard what operetta being played?
A
“Sweethearts”
7
Q
Victor Herbert sewed which restaurant for playing “Sweethearts”?
A
Shanley’s Restaurant, NY
