Sheet Music
/ˈʃiːt ˈmjuːzɪk/
Definitions
- (n.) A written or printed form of musical notation indicating the pitches, rhythms, and chords to be performed, often protected under copyright law.
The composer registered the sheet music to secure copyright protection.
Forms
- sheet music
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Commentary
In legal contexts, sheet music is considered a tangible fixation of a musical work and is subject to copyright protection distinct from the underlying composition.
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