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    May 5, 2009, 05:26 PM
    How long before copywright expires?
    I am curious; how long must a piece of music have been around before copywright laws no longer apply? For instance, if one wanted to use a piece written by Beethoven, can it be used without restriction?
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    May 5, 2009, 05:33 PM

    Beethoven's works are public domain. Cipyright expirations depend on the country, the type of media and whether someone exists to renew it.
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