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# Copyright Society of the South

A Forum for Study and Discussion of Copyright Law and IP Matters in Entertainment

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- [Vetter v. Resnik and the Future of International Copyright Exploitation - 4/22/26](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/vetter-v-resnik-and-the-future-of-international-copyright-exploitation-4-22-26/) - On April 22, 2026, the Copyright Society of the South recently hosted a standing-room-only presentation for its members and guests addressing one of the most significant shifts in modern copyright law: the Fifth Circuit’s decision in Vetter v. Resnik. Featuring lead attorney Tim Kappel, the event provided critical clarity on the ruling’s impact on music
- [That’s My Song: The World of Nashville Songwriters - May 13, 2026](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/thats-my-song-the-world-of-nashville-songwriters-may-13-2026/) - The Copyright Society of the South's May luncheon and lecture explored the intricate legal and financial realities of the commercial songwriting industry. Held on May 13, 2026, for Society members and their guests, the CLE event featured a presentation titled "That’s My Song: The World of Nashville Songwriters" by Joseph Fishman, a renowned attorney and
- [Protecting the Future: CSS Board Members Share "Real World" IP Insights at Belmont](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/protecting-the-future-css-board-members-share-real-world-ip-insights-at-belmont/) - It was a privilege to connect with the Belmont University Copyright Society on April 7! Several of our board members had the opportunity to dive deep into the complexities of intellectual property and share personal stories from their own career journeys in the music industry. 🎶 We are consistently inspired by the energy and talent
- [Congress Built a Do-Over: Copyright Grant Terminations and Author Recapture Rights - March 25, 2026](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/congress-built-a-do-over-copyright-grant-terminations-and-author-recapture-rights-march-25-2026/) - On March 25, 2026, members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a panel of experts who discussed one of the most complex and high-stakes topics in the modern intellectual property landscape - copyright terminations and recaptures. The panel addressed a common misconception in the creative industries—that once a copyright is signed
- [AI Guardrails and the “Four P’s” - February 4, 2026](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/ai-guardrails-and-the-four-ps-february-4-2026/) - In a packed room reflecting the high stakes of the modern music landscape, the leadership of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) delivered a pivotal lecture to the Copyright Society of the South on February 4, 2026. As Generative AI shifts from a technological novelty to a direct market competitor, Executive Director Bart Herbison and Chief
- [Copyright Society of the South Announces 2026 Board Officers](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/copyright-society-of-the-south-announces-2026-board-officers/) - NASHVILLE, TN — January 1, 2026 — The Copyright Society of the South is pleased to announce the election of its Board of Directors officers for the 2026 term. The election was held during the board’s quarterly meeting in December. The following officers have been elected to lead the organization for a one-year term: Chairperson:
- [From AI to the A-List: A Year in Review with Stan Soocher](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/from-ai-to-the-a-list-a-year-in-review-with-stan-soocher/) - Stan Soocher, an award-winning journalist, seasoned entertainment attorney, and the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance (an ALM publication), recently delivered a comprehensive presentation to members and guests of The Copyright Society of the South. This is Mr. Soocher's 29th annual lecture to the organization. Stan Soocher's copyright law review highlighted a calendar year
- [What Litigators Wish Publishers Knew: Ethical Issues Involving the Law of Music Publishing - November 12, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/what-litigators-wish-publishers-knew-ethical-issues-involving-the-law-of-music-publishing-november-12-2025/) - On November 12, 2025, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Loeb & Loeb attorneys Tim Warnock and Megan Pekar, who provided attendees with essential, actionable insights into the most pressing legal and ethical challenges currently shaping the music publishing landscape. The CLE credited event was held for Society members and their guests at the
- [The Art and Science of Public Performance Music Licensing – October 1, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-art-and-science-of-public-performance-music-licensing-october-1-2025/) - On October 1, 2025, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Alex Grout, David Schneider, and Reid Alan Waltz, who provided a comprehensive discussion on the complex and evolving world of public performance copyright licensing. Society board director Kent Draughon monitored the conversation. The CLE luncheon event was held for Society members and their guests
- [How Citrin Cooperman Conducts Its Music Valuation Cases – September 18, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/how-citrin-cooperman-conducts-its-music-valuation-cases-september-18-2025/) - On September 18, 2025, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Barry Massarsky and Elon Altman from Citrin Cooperman, who discussed the evolving landscape of catalog valuations. Altman and Massarsky presented an exclusive, in-depth discussion and opportunity for attendees to gain a competitive edge by understanding the intricacies of music catalogue valuation. The CLE luncheon
- [Happy Hour Mixer 8/27/25](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/happy-hour-mixer-8-27-25/) - The Copyright Society of the South welcomed members, potential members, and special guests to its recent mixer, held in the CMA Event Room on August 27, 2025. The event provided a great opportunity for new and long-standing members to network and connect in a relaxed and social setting. "We were thrilled to see such a
- [The Latino Influence in Music – May 21, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-latino-influence-in-music-may-21-2025/) - On May 21, 2025, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed award-winning singer-songwriter Ana Cristina Cash and leading music business authorities John Carter Cash and Rick Rodriguez, who discussed specific copyright considerations within the Latin music landscape, including translations/transliterations, music publishing intricacies, licensing nuances, and emerging legal trends. The luncheon event was held for Society
- [The Songwriter’s Cut: Understanding Publishing Deals in the Streaming Era - April 30, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-songwriters-cut-understanding-publishing-deals-in-the-streaming-era-april-30-2025/) - On April 30, 2025, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed panelists Lauren Spahn, Don Glista, Josh Hefner, and John Ozier, who discussed the evolving landscape of songwriter agreements, equipping practitioners with the tools to effectively represent clients in today's dynamic music publishing market. Their critical analysis delved into the legal ramifications of shifting revenue
- [Sync & Licensing: A 2025 State of the Union – March 25, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/sync-licensing-a-2025-state-of-the-union-march-25-2025/) - On March 25, 2025, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed panelists Brandon Schott, Josh Lieb, Jennifer Falco, and Steve Nalbert, who presented information and critical analyses of the 2025 landscape of synchronization licensing in Film, TV, and Advertising. The CLE luncheon event was held for Society members and their guests at the Country Music
- [Restoring Trust in the Age of AI, Rights of Publicity and Copyright – February 26, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/restoring-trust-in-the-age-of-ai-rights-of-publicity-and-copyright-february-26-2025/) - On February 26, 2025, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed panelists Hillel Frankel, Charles Alexander, Jeremy Brook, and Sada Garba, who presented information and updates regarding the verification, use and compensation of video, audio and images that includes an individual’s voice, identity, name, image and likeness. The CLE luncheon event was held for Society
- [2024 Copyright Review with Stan Soocher - 12/12/24](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2024-copyright-review-with-stan-soocher-12-12-24/) - On December 12, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Stan Soocher for his 28th annual copyright law review lecture. Soocher is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney, as well as the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance, an ALM publication. In addition, Stan is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at
- [The Future of Music Contracts: Negotiate Smarter, Not Harder - 11/14/24](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-future-of-music-contracts-negotiate-smarter-not-harder/) - On November 14, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed panelists Jeanette Porcell, Farrah Usmani, John Strohm, and Eric Hurt, who presented industry trends and updates regarding copyright-related contract negotiations. The luncheon event was held for Society members and their guests at The Mechanical Licensing Collective’s headquarters in Nashville, Tennessee. With more than
- [Licensing Music to Churches in the Modern Era: A  Discussion with CCLI - 10/2/24](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/licensing-music-to-churches-in-the-modern-era-a-discussion-with-ccli-10-2-24/) - On October 2, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Gary Christensen and Lynn Morrow who presented information and updates regarding Christian Copyright Licensing, Inc. (CCLI). The CLE luncheon event was held for Society members and their guests at the CMA Event Room in Nashville, Tennessee. CCLI is a division of SESAC Music Group,
- [A Very Happy Hour Mixer with Craig Wiseman & Derek Crownover - September 12, 2024](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/a-very-happy-hour-mixer-with-craig-wiseman-derek-crownover-september-12-2024/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a very special evening with legendary songwriter and music publisher Craig Wiseman and Music Row attorney Derek Crownover at Spirit Music Group Nashville on September 12, 2024. Derek interviewed Craig with questions and reflections about Craig's adventurous musical journey, from his humble beginnings as
- [The Top Issues Facing Copyright (That’s NOT AI!) – 8/21/24](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-top-issues-facing-copyright-thats-not-ai-8-21-24/) - On August 21, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed panelists Kristina Johnson, Mike Molinar, Emily Stephenson, and Duff Berschback, who presented information and updates regarding the current landscape and concerns regarding copyright and IP. The CLE luncheon event was held for Society members and their guests at the CMA Event Room in Nashville,
- [Neighboring Rights 101 - 5/8/24](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/neighboring-rights-101-5-8-24/) - On May 8, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Ryan Lehning and Darcie Molina, who presented information on the basics of Neighboring/Ancillary Rights and the latest trends in the industry. The luncheon event was held for Society members and their guests at the offices of the Barbershop Harmony Society in Nashville. Topics discussed
- [Citrin Cooperman Presents: The Current Landscape of the US PROs - 4/10/24](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/citrin-cooperman-presents-the-current-landscape-of-the-us-pros-4-10-24/) - On April 10, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Elon Altman, Director with Citrin Cooperman Advisors LLC, who presented information regarding the current landscape for public performance royalties and catalog valuations. The luncheon event was held for Society members and their guests at the offices of The Mechanical Licensing Collective in Nashville.
- [Industry Calendar: 2024 Vanderbilt Music Law Summit - April 4, 2024](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/industry-calendar-2024-vanderbilt-music-law-summit-april-4-2024/) - On April 4, 2024, Vanderbilt Law School will be hosting "Music Law and Generative AI: the 2024 Vanderbilt Music Law Summit." Further details including registration and panelists are located at Vanderbilt Law School's website here. _____________________ Note: This announcement provided courtesy of the Copyright Society of the South. This is not a Copyright Society of
- [Experts Panel Discusses The ELVIS Act and Impacts for Tennessee and Beyond - 2/29/24](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/experts-panel-discusses-the-elvis-act-and-impacts-for-tennessee-and-beyond-2-29-24/) - On February 29, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South continued its conversation regarding the Tennessee ELVIS Act and its impact on AI in Tennessee and beyond. The Leap Day luncheon event was held for Society members and guests at the Country Music Association event room on Music Row. The Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image
- [2024 Board of Election Results | Copyright Society of the South](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2024-board-of-election-results-copyright-society-of-the-south/) - Congratulations to Amanda Hruska and Rick Marshall who have been elected to the board of directors for the Copyright Society of the South. Hruska is Vice President of Catalog Administration for Lyric Capital Group (parent to Spirit Music Group). Marshall is Assistant General Counsel at The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC). Directors are elected by
- [The ELVIS Act – 1/12/24 - Legislative Updates](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/legislative-updates-the-elvis-bill-1-12-24/) - On January 11, 2024, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed back NSAI Executive Director Bart Herbison who presented legislative updates regarding intellectual property. The luncheon event was held for Society members and guests at the Country Music Association event room on Music Row. Herbison primarily discussed the new Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security
- [2024 Board Officers Election](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2024-board-officers-election/) - Officers of the Board of Directors are elected annually to serve a one-year term to lead and serve the organization. Officers for 2024 were elected by the board during its quarterly meeting December 13, 2023: Chairperson – Aaron Hartley Vice Chairperson – Brian Buchanan (re-elected; third term) Treasurer – Tim Wipperman (re-elected; second term) Secretary
- [2023 Copyright Review with Stan Soocher - 12/7/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2023-copyright-review-with-stan-soocher-12-7-23/) - On December 7, 2023, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Stan Soocher for his 27th annual copyright review. Soocher is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney, as well as the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance, an ALM publication. In addition, Stan is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado Denver, where he served as a Music Department
- [At Long Last…Phonorecord III Adjustments...What to expect! - 11/15/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/at-long-lastphonorecord-iii-adjustments-what-to-expect-11-15-23/) - On November 15, 2023, a great turnout of members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed lunch and a Phonorecords III update from Rick Marshall, Assistant General Counsel of The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC). The event was held at the headquarters of the Country Music Association (CMA) in Nashville,
- [Helping Tennessee's Music Industry Thrive - The Tennessee Entertainment Commission - 10/18/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/helping-tennessees-music-industry-thrive-the-tennessee-entertainment-commission-10-18-23/) - On October 18, 2023, members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed lunch and a presentation by Bob Raines (Executive Director) and Jimmy Wheeler (Director of Business Development, Music Office) from the Tennessee Entertainment Commission. The event was held at the headquarters of the Country Music Association (CMA) in Nashville, Tennessee. The
- [Fall Copyright Symposium - 9/11/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/fall-copyright-symposium-9-11-23/) - It was standing-room only at Belmont University on September 11, 2023, as members of the Copyright Society of the South, Belmont faculty, students, and guests enjoyed three informative sessions on the Copyright Office and The Copyright Royalty Board from those working the front lines in Washington, D.C. The symposium was sponsored by Belmont, FirstBank, and
- [Living with AI, IP & Music in the Better-Best of Times - 5/23/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/living-with-ai-ip-music-in-the-better-best-of-times-5-23-23/) - On May 23, 2023, members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed lunch and a fascinating lecture on artificial intelligence (AI) by Dr. E. Michael Harrington (www.emichaelmusic.com). Dr. Harrington explained the basics and potential impacts of this emerging technology and provided examples of utilizing it with video, audio, song lyrics, artwork, songs,
- [Getting To Know DiMA - 4/13/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/getting-to-know-dima-4-13-23/) - On April 13, 2023, members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed lunch and a presentation from The Digital Media Association (www.dima.org). Garrett Levin, President & CEO, and Sally Rose Larson, VP, Government Relations & Public Affairs (also a Society member) reported on their operations and mission, providing organization and legislative updates
- [From The Shoulders Of Giants - 3/29/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/from-the-shoulders-of-giants-3-29-23/) - "Don't let common sense cloud your judgement." "Have a reputation for integrity." "You build yourself by building other people, not by building yourself up." These were just some of the words of wisdom shared on March 29, 2023, when members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a conversation among Copyright
- [Board Officers Election 2023-2024](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/board-officers-election-2023-2024/) - Officers of the Board of Directors are elected annually to serve a one-year term to lead and serve the organization. Officers for 2023-2024 were elected by the board during its quarterly meeting March 8, 2023: Chairperson - Marghie Evans (re-elected; second term) Vice Chairperson - Brian Buchanan (re-elected; second term) Treasurer - Tim Wipperman Secretary - Kari
- [A Visit with The Mechanical Licensing Collective - 2/16/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/a-visit-with-the-mechanical-licensing-collective-2-16-23/) - On February 16, 2023, members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed lunch and an update from The Mechanical Licensing Collective. Kris Ahrend, Chief Operating Officer of The MLC, reported on operational and legislative updates regarding copyright-related matters as it relates to The MLC's mission and goals. The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The
- [Legislative Updates - 1/11/23](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/legislative-updates-1-11-23/) - On January 11, 2023, members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed lunch and conversation with guest speakers Bart Herbison and Jennifer Turnbow. Herbison serves as Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI). Jennifer Turnbow, serves as Chief Operating Officer and Co-Director of Tin Pan South at NSAI. The event
- [December 2022 Board Election Results](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/december-2022-board-election-results/) - Congratulations to Stacey Schlitz on being elected to our Board of Directors. She will join remaining incumbents: John Barker Kari Barnhart Brian Buchanan Kent Draughon Marghie Evans Aaron Hartley Christy Robinson Colin Rushing Tim Wipperman We would like to recognize Sam Powers who rolled off the Board at the end of 2022. We appreciate your
- [2022 Copyright Review with Stan Soocher - 12/8/22](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2022-copyright-review-with-stan-soocher-12-8-22/) - On December 8, 2022, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Stan Soocher (www.stansoocher.com) for his 26th annual copyright review. The holiday luncheon event was held at BMI (www.bmi.com) for Society members and their guests. The board of directors surprised Mr. Soocher with an honorary membership in the Society. Copyright Society of the
- [Career Opportunity: Head of US Copyright, VP](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/career-opportunity-head-of-us-copyright-vp/) - Overview Reporting jointly into the President/COO and Head of Global Administration, the newly created role of Head of Copyright (HOC) will oversee copyright administration functions in the US while also supporting global operations. This role will contribute to the overall productivity and efficiency of our main processing hub located in Burbank. In addition, the HOC
- [Christian/Gospel Music Industry: The Songs...The Challenges...The Message - 11/15/22](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/christian-gospel-music-industry-the-songs-the-challenges-the-message-11-15-22/) - On November 15, 2022, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed the following guest speakers to speak on the Christian music industry's current landscape and what lies ahead: Jackie Patillo, President and Executive Director of the Gospel Music Association (https://gospelmusic.org/); Don Cason, President and CEO of the Church Music Publishers Association Action Fund (https://cmpamusic.org/advocacy/action-fund/); and
- [NIVA - A Voice For Independent Venues & Promoters - 10/20/22 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/niva-a-voice-for-independent-venues-promoters-10-20-22-webinar/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a very informative webinar on October 20, 2022, with guest speakers Dayna Frank and Tobi Parks from the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) (https://www.nivassoc.org/). CSoS Board Member Colin Rushing moderated the event. NIVA was formed in March 2020 to fight for Covid-19 pandemic relief
- [Mozaic.io - The Journey in Designing THE Payment Platform for Creators - September 27, 2022](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/mozaic-io-the-journey-in-designing-the-payment-platform-for-creators/) - On September 27, 2022, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed back Marcus Cobb, CEO and co-founder of www.mozaic.io . Mozaic (formerly Jammber), got its start in 2015 after graduating from the Project Music accelerator program. Although its initial vision was the creation of a project management platform designed to streamline splits, payments and compliance
- [The Phonorecords III Remand - 8/23/22 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-phonorecords-iii-remand-8-23-22-webinar/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on August 24, 2022, with guest speaker Danielle Aguirre of the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) (www.nmpa.org). Aguirre serves as Executive Vice President & General Counsel for the organization. CSoS Board member Colin Rushing moderated the event. Danielle presented information regarding the Phonorecords
- [A Very Special Evening with Don Schlitz - May 17, 2022](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/a-very-special-evening-with-don-schlitz-may-17-2022/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a very special evening with legendary songwriter Don Schlitz on May 17, 2022, at Studio Bank in Nashville. Don performed several of his songs and told the stories behind the tunes. Stacey Schlitz also joined in on several of the songs featured throughout
- [Breaking the "Ice" with ICE - 4/27/22 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/breaking-the-ice-with-ice-4-27-22-webinar/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on April 27, 2022, with guest speakers Steven Boyd and Neil Jones of ICE (www.iceservices.com). Boyd serves as Senior Business Development Manager and Jones is VP of Business Development. CSoS Vice Chairman Brian Buchanan moderated the event. ICE Services is a multi-territory collaboration
- [An Update From SoundExchange - 3/30/22 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/an-update-from-soundexchange-3-30-22-webinar/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on March 30, 2022, with guest speakers Linda Bloss-Baum and Marc Rucker of SoundExchange (www.soundexchange.com). Anderson serves as VP/Government Relations & Public Affairs at SoundExchange; Rucker is Manager, Industry Engagement for the organization. CSoS attendees received updates on SoundExchange's latest initiatives, including
- [All About The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC) - 11/17/20 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/11-17-20-webinar-all-about-the-mechanical-licensing-collective-the-mlc/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on November 17, 2020, with guest speaker Maurice Russell, Head of Rights Management for The Mechanical Licensing Collective (The MLC). Mr. Russell provided information and updates regarding The MLC’s progress on different aspects of its operations in preparation for the debut of
- [Copyright Directive of the European Union - 10/27/20 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/10-27-20-webinar-copyright-directive-of-the-european-union/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on October 27, 2020, with guest panelists Jan Nordemann and Julian Wablinger, who discussed the copyright-related changes to the obligations of internet service providers towards content owners. Jan Nordemann is a partner at Nordemann law firm in Berlin, Germany. He is a certified
- [Current Issues Facing the Marketplace - 9/30/20 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/9-30-20-webinar-current-issues-facing-the-marketplace/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on September 30, 2020, with guest panelists Dr. Jeffrey Eisenach and Barry Massarsky. CSoS Board member Brian Buchanan moderated the event, discussing the economic landscape and its current and potential affects on copyrights. Dr. Jeffrey Eisenach is a Managing Director and Co-Chair
- [AI: Invasion of the Robot Creators: Underlying Rights Issues in the Use of Artificial Intelligence to Create New Works - 5/28/20 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/5-29-20-webinar-ai-invasion-of-the-robot-creators-underlying-rights-issues-in-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence-to-create-new-works/) - The Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on May 28, 2020, with guest panelists John Beiter, Marghie Evans, Michael Harrington, and Randy Wachtler. CSoS President Kent Draughon moderated the event, discussing artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential affect on copyrights. John Beiter has practiced entertainment law for over 25 years. His clients have included
- [2020 Year In Review - 12/11/20 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/12-11-20-webinar-2020-year-in-review/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on December 11, 2020, with guest speaker Stan Soocher who presented his annual copyright review. Soocher is Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus and the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance. In addition, Stan
- [Legislative Updates - 1/22/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/1-22-21-webinar-legislative-updates/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on January 22, 2021, with guest speaker Bart Herbison, Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI). Mr. Herbison reported on legislative updates regarding the ASCAP and BMI Consent Decrees, the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC), and other copyright-related matters. CSoS Board
- [2021 Copyright Year In Review - 12/9/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/12-9-21-webinar-2021-year-in-review/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on December 9, 2021, with guest speaker Stan Soocher who presented his annual copyright review. Stan Soocher is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus and the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance. In
- [Word Collections - 3/8/22 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/1737-2/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on March 3, 2022, with guest speaker Jeff Price, CEO of Word Collections (www.wordcollections.com). Price explained details in the law that protects spoken word creators, the licenses that are necessary for rights perfection, and the current legal arguments related to these uses.
- [Legislative Updates - 1/26/22 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/legislative-updates-1-26-22-webinar/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar on January 26, 2022, with guest speakers Bart Herbison and Jennifer Turnbow. Herbison serves as Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI). Jennifer Turnbow, serves as Chief Operating Officer and Co-Director of Tin Pan South at NSAI. Herbison and Turnbow
- [2021 Board Results](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2021-board-results/) - Congratulations to John Barker and on being elected to our Board of Directors. Congratulations also go out to Kent Draughon for his re-election. They will join the remaining incumbents: Janice Bane Kari Barnhart Brian Buchanan Marghie Evans Aaron Hartley Sam Powers Christy Robinson Tim Wipperman We would like to recognize Tara Aaron Stelluto who will
- [Officer Elections Completed](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/officer-elections-completed/) - Officers for the Copyright Society of the South were elected during the December 2021 Board Meeting of the Copyright Society of the South. They are: Chairperson - Marghie Evans | Do Write Music, LLC Vice Chairman - Brian Buchanan | Concord Music Secretary - Kari Barnhart | Regions Bank Treasurer - Sam Powers - O'Neil Hagaman Janice Bane was appointed Society Administrator. We
- [2019 Board Election Results](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/board-election-results/) - Congratulations to Brian Buchanan and Aaron Hartley on being elected to our Board of Directors of the Copyright Society of the South! They will join the incumbents:Tara AaronJanice BaneKari BarnhartKent DraughonMarghie EvansSam PowersChristy RobinsonTim WippermanOur officers for 2020 are:Chairman - Kent DraughonVice Chair - Marghie EvansSecretary - Janice BaneTreasurer - Sam PowersWe would like to
- [Building a Music Community on Facebook & Instagram = 4/22/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/4-22-21-webinar-building-a-music-community-on-facebook-instagram/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative webinar on April 22, 2021, with special guests from Facebook, Alexa Cabellon and Natalie Echols. Alexa Cabellon is Team Lead, Music Publishing Partnerships for the North America Music Publishing Team at Facebook. Previously Alexa was Director of Royalties and New Media at
- [Updates from the Copyright Office - 2/25/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2-25-21-webinar-updates-from-the-copyright-office/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative webinar on February 25, 2021, with guest speaker Regan Smith, General Counsel and Associate Register of Copyrights for the United States Copyright Office. Ms. Smith presented updates and news regarding the Copyright Claims Board, outreach and education efforts, the Music Modernization Act
- [SoundExchange Update - 3/24/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/3-24-21-webinar-soundexchange-update/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative webinar on March 24, 2021, with guest speaker Colin Rushing, Chief Legal Officer for SoundExchange. SoundExchange provides royalty solutions for copyright holders in sound recordings and musical compositions. The organization collects and distributes digital performance royalties on behalf of over 245,000 recording
- [Navigating Livestream: 5/20/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/5-20-21-webinar-navigating-livestream/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative guest panel on May 20, 2021 to discuss the current copyright landscape and challenges regarding livestreaming. Marghie Evans, Moderator - Do Write Music (www.dowritemusic.com)An expert in the rights clearance field, especially for audio-visual and new media and experienced music publishing executive, Marghie
- [Fighting the Good Fight: NMPA Update - 8/18/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/8-18-21-webinar-fighting-the-good-fight-nmpa-update/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative webinar on August 19, 2021, with guest speaker David Israelite, President and CEO of the National Music Publishers' Association. Mr. Israelite gave an update regarding current NMPA advocacy issues and projects. Israelite also presented historical and current statistics on the broadcast and
- [NFTs & Copyright - 9/28/21 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/nfts-copyright-9-28-21-webinar/) - Members and guests of the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a fascinating webinar on September 28, 2021, with guest panelists Jordan Bromley (Manatt Entertainment), Brian Frye (University of Kentucky College of Law), and Jeremy S. Goldman (Frankfurt, Kurnit, Klein + Selz). CSoS board member Tara Aaron-Stelluto (Aaron | Sanders PLLC) served as moderator. Panelists
- [Career Opportunities - Copyright Office | Washington, DC](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/career-opportunities-copyright-office-washington-dc/) - 4/7/21 We have received communications from the Copyright Office regarding the following career opportunities: --Copyright Claims Officer (General) --Copyright Claims Officer (Alternative Dispute Resolution) The Officers will be running the Copyright Claims Board, the small copyright claims tribunal in the Copyright Office created by the CASE Act. Today the Copyright Office extended the application period
- [The Mechanical Licensing Collective Begins Full Operations as Envisioned by The Music Modernization Act of 2018](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-mechanical-licensing-collective-begins-full-operations-as-envisioned-by-the-music-modernization-act-of-2018/) - January 1, 2021 - The highly anticipated License Availability Date set by the landmark Music Modernization Act of 2018 (MMA) – when digital audio services can begin operating under a new blanket mechanical license covering every musical work available on their U.S. services – has officially arrived, ushering in a new era in mechanical licensing led by
- [Interview with Gary Hertz & Steve Schnur – April 21, 2020 Webinar](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/interview-with-gary-hertz-steve-schnur-april-21-2020-webinar/) - The Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a webinar with special guests Gary Hertz and Steve Schnur on April 21, 2020. Steve Schnur has been a label and music publishing company President, TV executive producer, music supervisor, professional musician, songwriter, composer, record producer and more. Along the way, he has moved the needle and changed the
- [March 17, 2020 Meeting Postponed](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/march-17-2020-meeting-postponed/) - Due to circumstances beyond our control, we regret we must postpone our March 17th luncheon meeting. We will be in touch when we are able to reschedule. Thank you.
- [Herbison & Turnbow Present Copyright Updates](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/herbison-turnbow-present-copyright-updates/) - On February 18, 2020, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed NSAI Executive Director Bart Herbison and NSAI Senior Director of Operations Jennifer Turnbow, who presented updates regarding Copyright Office modernization plans, the Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act of 2018 (H.R. 1551)(formerly known as the Music Modernization Act), and the Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC). The
- [December 4, 2019:  Stan Soocher Reviews the Year in Copyright](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/december-4-2019-stan-soocher-reviews-the-year-in-copyright/) - On December 4, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed Stan Soocher's annual presentation regarding updates in U.S. copyright law. This was Stan’s 23rd consecutive year presenting to the Copyright Society of the South. The luncheon event was held at Nashville's ASCAP offices for CSoS members and their guests. Stan Soocher is the long-time
- [2019 Board Elections](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2019-board-elections/)
- [Remarks from NMAAM President & CEO Henry Hicks](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/remarks-from-nmaam-president-ceo-henry-hicks/) - On November 5, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a presentation from H. Beecher Hicks, III, President & CEO of the National Museum of African American Music. The luncheon event was held exclusively for CSoS members and their guests at BMI’s Nashville office on Music Row. Mr. Hicks presented an informative video overview
- [How to Maximize Your Income from Canadian Cuts](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/how-to-maximize-your-income-from-canadian-cuts/) - On October 22, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative presentation from Margaret McGuffin, Executive Director of the Canadian Music Publishers Association (CMPA). The luncheon event was held exclusively for CSoS members and their guests at ASCAP's Nashville office on Music Row. McGuffin updated attendees regarding the current status of the Canadian
- [October 22, 2019: How to Maximize Your Income from Canadian Cuts](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/october-22-2019-how-to-maximize-your-income-from-canadian-cuts/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Margaret McGuffin Margaret McGuffin is the Executive Director of the Canadian Music Publishers Association. Previously, Margaret has held management positions with the Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency (CMRRA) , Musicians’ Rights Organizations Canada, and Access Copyright. She has also served on the Board of Directors for Re:Sound and the Canadian Private Copying
- [Copyright Society of the South Awards Scholarships to Local College Students](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/copyright-society-of-the-south-awards-scholarships-to-local-college-students-2/) - The Copyright Society of the South gave Award of Excellence Scholarships to four local college students at its meeting on September 10, 2019. The Society offers the scholarship awards program for students majoring in copyright-related fields. Students submit scholarship applications to the Society annually for award consideration. The 2019 Copyright Society of the South Scholarship Committee
- [Songtrust - The Modern Guide to Music Publishing](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/songtrust-the-modern-guide-to-music-publishing/) - On September 10, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a presentation from Anna Bond, Director of Business Development for Songtrust in North America (www.songtrust.com). The luncheon event was held exclusively for CSoS members and their guests at BMI's Nashville office on Music Row. Copyright Society of the South Board Members welcome Songtrust's Anna
- [Career Opportunity:  SENIOR ATTORNEY, LEGAL & BUSINESS AFFAIRS | Broadcast Music, Inc.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/career-opportunity-senior-attorney-legal-business-affairs-broadcast-music-inc/) - JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION SUMMARY: This individual, in conjunction with other attorneys in the department, performs many of the functions undertaken by the Legal Department on a regular basis. Responsibilities performed by this individual will focus on serving clients in the Licensing department who service customers and prospective customers: supporting license negotiations; drafting license agreements and amendments;
- [The Art of the Deal: Evaluating Publishing Catalogs in Today's Market](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-art-of-the-deal-evaluating-publishing-catalogs-in-todays-market/) - On June 20, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a very informative panel discussion regarding copyright acquisitions, sales, and analyses. The SRO luncheon event was held exclusively for CSoS members and their guests at BMI's Nashville office on Music Row. The Society welcomed panelists John Ozier (Reservoir Media Management), Chip Petree (Ritholz Levy
- [Marcus Cobb: Art is Business/Business is Art](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/marcus-cobb-art-is-business-business-is-art/) - On May 21, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Marcus Cobb, CEO and Co-founder of Jammber as its guest speaker. Jammber (www.jammber.com) is a workflow and payment platform for the entertainment industry. Cobb has designed finance technology for Fortune 50 companies and has also designed fashion featured in music videos for Pitbull, Baby Bash,Trey
- [Stacey Schlitz:  Estate Planning for Artists, Songwriters, & Other IP Holders](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/1306-2/) - On March 27, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Stacey Schlitz with SchlitzLAW (based in Nashville, Tennessee) as its guest speaker, who discussed the procedures and challenges involved in estate planning for recording artists, songwriters, and other individual intellectual property owners. The luncheon event was held at BMI's Nashville offices on Music Row
- [Bart Herbison Explains H.R. 1551 (The Music Modernization Act)](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/1293-2/) - On February 6, 2019, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed back NSAI Executive Director Bart Herbison, who discussed the Orrin G. Hatch-Bob Goodlatte Music Modernization Act of 2018 (H.R. 1551)(formerly known as the Music Modernization Act) which President Trump signed into law on October 11, 2018. The luncheon event was held at ASCAP's Nashville offices on
- [2018 Board of Directors Election Results](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2018-board-of-directors-election-results/) - 2018 Board of Directors Election Results (Nashville, TN, 12/21/18) - Congratulations to Kari Barnhart, Christy Robinson and Tim Wipperman on being elected to the Board of Directors of the Copyright Society of the South. They will join the incumbents: Tara Aaron Janice Bane Jodi Carmichael Kent Draughon Marghie Evans Ted Goldthorpe Sam Powers We would
- [Stan Soocher Reviews the Year in Copyright](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/stan-soocher-reviews-the-year-in-copyright/) - On December 6, 2018, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed Stan Soocher's annual presentation regarding updates in U.S. copyright law. This was Stan’s 22d consecutive year presenting to the Copyright Society of the South. The luncheon event was held at Nashville's ASCAP offices for CSoS members and their guests. Stan Soocher is the long-time
- [Music Data Exchange: Publishers and Labels Working Together](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/music-data-exchange-publishers-and-labels-working-together/) - On October 24, 2018, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative presentation and update regarding SoundExchange by its COO, Jonathan Bender. The luncheon event was held at BMI's Nashville headquarters for CSoS members and guests. Jonathan Bender has served as Chief Operating Officer of SoundExchange since 2011. SoundExchange is the world’s largest sound recording performance
- [A Special Evening with Mac Davis](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/a-special-evening-with-mac-davis/) - On November 8, 2018, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed a special musical evening with legendary recording artist and songwriter Mac Davis. The event was held at Nashville's Sambuca Restaurant for CSoS members and their guests. At his commercial peak in the mid-’70s, Mac Davis was one of America’s most popular entertainers, a countrypolitan-styled
- ["Blurred Lines" Discussion with Richard Busch](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/blurred-lines-discussion-with-richard-busch/) - On September 28, 2018, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative presentation regarding the topic of copyright infringement by attorney Richard Busch of King & Ballow law firm. The luncheon event was held at ASCAP's Nashville headquarters for CSoS members and guests. Mr. Busch obtained a jury award of $7.4 million in favor of
- [Copyright Society of the South Awards Scholarships to Local College Students](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/copyright-society-of-the-south-awards-scholarships-to-local-college-students/) - The Copyright Society of the South gave Award of Excellence Scholarships to four local college students at its meeting on September 28, 2018. (L to R): Taylor John, who attends Belmont University; Carie Cartwright, who attends Vanderbilt University; Julie Gant, who attends Trevecca University; and Billy Farmer, who attends Middle Tennessee State University. The Society offers
- [ORRIN G. HATCH MUSIC MODERNIZATION ACT UNANIMOUSLY PASSES UNITED STATES SENATE](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/orrin-g-hatch-music-modernization-act-unanimously-passes-united-states-senate/) - From: http://www.nashvillesongwriters.com/orrin-g-hatch-music-modernization-act-passes%C2%A0united-states-senate-unanimous-consent MUSIC MODERNIZATION ACT PASSES UNITED STATES SENATE UNANIMOUS CONSENT NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE (September 18, 2018) – The Orrin G. Hatch Music Modernization Act (MMA), legislation designed to improve streaming royalty rates for American songwriters, cleared one of the final hurdles today with adoption by the United States Senate. It now awaits only a final vote by the U.S.
- [Career Opportunity - Music Publishing Specialist - Discovery, Inc.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/career-opportunity-music-publishing-specialist-discovery-inc/) - Music Publishing Specialist Position Summary Our Team The Business & Legal Affairs department is responsible for all television business affairs and legal matters related to the acquisition and pre-broadcast review of all content used worldwide by Discovery’s television networks. The department negotiates and drafts acquisition, commission, co-production, and talent agreements; reviews scripts and rough cuts
- [Career Opportunity - Royalties Accountant - Discovery, Inc.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/career-opportunity-royalties-accountant-discovery-inc/) - Royalties Accountant Position Summary Our Team The Business & Legal Affairs department is responsible for all television business affairs and legal matters related to the acquisition and pre-broadcast review of all content used worldwide by Discovery’s television networks. The department negotiates and drafts acquisition, commission, co-production, and talent agreements; reviews scripts and rough cuts of
- [Career Opportunity - Rights Analyst - Discovery, Inc.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/career-opportunity-rights-analyst-discovery-inc/) - Rights Analyst Position Summary Our Team The Business & Legal Affairs department is responsible for all television business affairs and legal matters related to the acquisition and pre-broadcast review of all content used worldwide by Discovery’s television networks. The department negotiates and drafts acquisition, commission, co-production, and talent agreements; reviews scripts and rough cuts of
- [Dr. E. Michael Harrington - From Public Domain to Copyright to Public Domain](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/dr-e-michael-harrington-from-public-domain-to-copyright-to-public-domain/) - On May 24, 2018, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative lecture and multi-media presentation by Dr. E. Michael Harrington.The luncheon event was held at BMI's Nashville headquarters for CSoS members and guests. Dr. Harrington explained the analyses involved in the journey of public domain (PD) works becoming copyrighted by means of added
- [Bart Herbison Update:  The Music Modernization Act](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/bart-herbison-update-the-music-modernization-act/) - On April 4, 2018, the Copyright Society of the South enjoyed an informative and candid update and Q&A session by NSAI Executive Director Bart Herbison regarding the Music Modernization Act. The luncheon event was held at the CMA Event Center on Music Row for CSoS members and guests. The Music Modernization Act is a
- [An overview of the Music Modernization Act](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/an-overview-of-the-music-modernization-act/) - Overview of the Music Modernization Act This bill reforms the music licensing landscape in four main dimensions. Section 115 Reform This section of the bill ends the bulk Notice of Intent (NOI) process through the Copyright Office, which can prevent songwriters from being compensated or compensated in a timely manner for uses of their
- [New Global Rights Collections:  An Update from Clearbox Rights LLC](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/new-global-rights-collections-an-update-from-clearbox-rights-llc/) - On February 1, 2018, former Copyright Society of the South President and board member John Barker gave an in-depth presentation and update regarding global digital rights collections. Barker is the Founder, President & CEO of ClearBox Rights, LLC, , an independent IP rights managements company, based in Nashville, Tennessee. John also founded ICG (Integrated Copyright
- [Barbershop Harmony Society Speaks - And Sings - To Copyright Society of the South](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/barbershop-harmony-society-speaks-and-sings-to-copyright-society-of-the-south/) - On February 20, 2018, leaders from the Barbershop Harmony Society spoke to the Copyright Society of the South regarding a cappella music, the barbershop-style art form, and the services and programs the organization provides to its members and to singers throughout the world. The Barbershop Harmony Society (BHS) is an international a cappella music organization headquartered in
- [Randy Grimmett of Global Music Rights speaks with the Copyright Society of the South](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/randy-grimmett-of-global-music-rights-speaks-with-the-copyright-society-of-the-south/) - On November 13, 2017, Randy Grimmett, CEO of Global Music Rights spoke with the Copyright Society of the South about the future of the PRO industry. With over two decades of performing rights experience, Randy Grimmett currently serves as CEO of Global Music Rights. Founded in 2013 with long-time industry veteran, Irving Azoff, the company
- [Copyright: 2017 in Review with Stan Soocher](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/copyright-2017-in-review-with-stan-soocher/) - On November 30, 2017, Stan Soocher visited the Copyright Society of the South to discuss major developments in the world of copyright in 2017. Stan Soocher is the long-time Editor-in-Chief ofEntertainment Law & Finance and a tenured Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus, where he has served
- [Dan Ruff and Duncan Hearn from MusicNotes, Inc. visit the Copyright Society of the South to talk about monetizing sheet music](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/dan-ruff-and-duncan-hearn-from-musicnotes-inc-visit-the-copyright-society-of-the-south-to-talk-about-monetizing-sheet-music/) - On October 24, 2017, Dan Ruff and Duncan Hearn of MusicNotes, Inc. stopped by the Copyright Society of the South's luncheon meeting to discuss how music publishers can benefit from sheet music monetization and licensing. Musicnotes, Inc. is the worldwide leader in digital sheet music with over $60 million in royalties paid and 6 million
- [The Copyright Society of the South Awards Scholarships to Four Nashville College Students](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-copyright-society-of-the-south-awards-scholarships-to-four-nashville-college-students/) - On September 15, 2017, the Copyright Society of the South awarded scholarships to four local Nashville college students. Victoria Powell, a student at Belmont University, received the Van Heusen Music Scholarship. In addition, Katie O'Brian at Vanderbilt University, Rachel Capps at Trevecca, and Jordan Mitchell at MTSU all received the Award of Excellence Scholarship. Brook Babcock attended the event
- [The Copyright Society of the South hosts Benji Rogers and Allen Bargfrede of Dot Blockchain Media](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-copyright-society-of-the-south-hosts-benji-rogers-and-allen-bargfrede-of-dot-blockchain-media/) - On September 15, 2017, the Copyright Society of the South hosted Benji Rogers and Allen Bargfrede of dot.blockchain. In the session entitled “How Blockchain Will Change the Music Industry”, two co-founders from Dot Blockchain Media discussed the dotBC project as well as various industry initiatives employing blockchain as a solution for rights management. Allen Bargfrede focuses his
- [Recap: Media Technologist Jim Griffin on Copyrisk, Tarzan Economics, and Music Metadata](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/recap-media-technologist-jim-griffin-on-copyrisk-tarzan-economics-and-music-metadata/) - On November 12th, 2015 the Copyright Society of the South hosted Jim Griffin, Managing Partner at OneHouse. Griffin is a forward-thinking technologist focused on the digital delivery of art, knowledge and creativity.
- [Recap: Bart Herbison, Executive Director of NSAI](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/recap-bart-herbison-executive-director-of-nsai/) - On February 2, 2017, The Copyright Society Of The South hosted Bart Herbison, the Executive Director of Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI). Bart provided an overview of the current situation in Washington, DC in terms of copyright reform, songwriter advocacy, and other music policy developments. He walked the group though the near-term outlook for the
- [Jeff Price talks to the Copyright Society of the South about YouTube's Partner Program](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/jeff-price-talks-to-the-copyright-society-of-the-south-about-youtubes-partner-program/) - On February 28, 2017, the Copyright Society of the South hosted Jeff Price, CEO of the digital rights and YouTube collection firm Audiam. Price is widely recognized in the music industry for founding and running the digital distribution company, TuneCore. Although Price could have a covered a variety of topics in the music publishing and digital rights field, he
- [Takeways from Adam Parness, Pandora's Head of Publisher Relations](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/takeways-from-adam-parness-pandoras-head-of-publisher-relations/) - On September 23, 2016, The Copyright Society of the South hosted Adam Parness, Head of Publisher Licensing & Relations at Pandora. In this role, Adam is responsible for leading Pandora’s global relationships with songwriters and music publishers, including the development of broader product rights and internationalization in order to increase revenue, retention and customer engagement. Adam
- [Job Opening: Sr. Director, Business Affairs at BMI Nashville](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/job-opening-sr-director-business-affairs-at-bmi-nashville/) - BMI is seeking a candidate to fill an open staff attorney position at its Nashville offices. The Sr. Director of Business Affairs will serve as legal support to the organization's General Licensing department. Qualified candidates may apply on BMI's website. Sr. Director, Business Affairs TYPE OF POSITION: Full Time POSITION: Staff Attorney AREA OF LAW: Copyright
- [Panel Recap: The Use of Music in the Gaming Industry](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/panel-recap-the-use-of-music-in-the-gaming-industry/) - On March 22, 2016, the Copyright Society of the South hosted a panel discussion on the use of music in the gaming industry. Louis-Phillipe Caron, Music Licensing Specialist at Ubisoft. and Steve Schnur, President of Music at Electronic Arts, led the discussion and fielded questions from the crowd. Louis-Philippe and his team handle music licensing matters
- [Recap: Thom Schuyler](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/recap-thom-schuyler/) - On February 23, 2016, the Copyright Society of the South welcomed songwriter Thom Schuyler for the forth installment of the Songwriter Series. Thom Schuyler was born and raised in Bethlehem, PA and relocated to Nashville, TN in 1978 to pursue a songwriting career. Over the course of the ensuing decades he has created a catalog
- [Copyright Society of the South Awards Vandy Law Student the Bob Sullivan Scholarship](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/copyright-society-of-the-south-awards-vandy-law-student-the-bob-sullivan-scholarship/) - Ricky Hernandez was awarded the annual Bob Sullivan scholarship on Wednesday, January 27, 2016. A Vanderbilt law student currently in his 2nd year, Ricky’s current honors and activities include Dean’s List, Dean’s Scholarship Recipient, the Journal of Entertainment and Technology Law, Cork & Tap Legal Society and President of the Entertainment and Sports Law Society.
- [Panel recap: What the State of Music Tech Says About the State of Our Industry](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/panel-recap-what-the-state-of-music-tech-says-about-the-state-of-our-industry/) - On January 27, 2016, the Copyright Society of the South hosted a panel discussion on music tech and its role in the future of the music industry. The panel was led and moderated by Shawn Yeager (@shawnyeager), Partner at Back Porch Group and co-founder of Endorsee. The panelists included Mike Fabio (@revrev), Director of Digital Marketing at New West
- [Recap: David Israelite, President & CEO of NMPA](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/recap-david-israelite-president-ceo-of-nmpa/) - On November 4th, 2015 the Copyright Society of the South hosted David Israelite, President & CEO of the National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA). Israelite remarked on a variety of strategic and legal issues facing the publishing and songwriting community. Israelite addressed the NMPA's recent sale of the Harry Fox Agency to SESAC, which he views as
- [Blurred Lines: A Blurred Outlook For Songwriters with Tal Dickstein & E. Michael Harrington](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/blurred-lines-a-blurred-outlook-for-songwriters-with-tal-dickstein-e-michael-harrington/) - On April 23rd, 2015 The Copyright Society of The South welcomed Tal Dickstein and E. Michael Harrington to discuss the recent lawsuit between Pharrell Williams, Robin Thicke,and Marvin Gaye's family. The two songs in dispute, "Gotta Give It Up" (By Marvin Gaye) and "Blurred Lines" (Pharrell Williams ans Robin Thicke) has been a hot topic
- [Everything Copyright Owners Need To Know About Spotify: Mechanical and Performance with James Duffett-Smith](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/everything-copyright-owners-need-to-know-about-spotify-mechanical-and-performance-with-james-duffet-smith/) - On May 7th, 2015 the Copyright Society of the South welcomed James Duffett-Smith, the Global Head of Publisher Relations at Spotify. There are many mixed emotions with regards to Spotify, and James is responsible for relationships between publishers, societies and songwriters around the world. Many are not happy with the amount of revenue earn through digital
- [Recap: Eddie Schwartz, Fair Trade Music](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/recap-eddie-schwartz-fair-trade-music/) - On September 29th, 2015 the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Eddie Schwartz, president of the Songwriters Association of Canada, co-chair of Music Creators of North America, and representative at the International Council of Music Authors. Schwartz presented Fair Trade Music, an initiative designed to transform music in much the same way “fair trade” has transformed the
- [March 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/march-2013-luncheon/) - Photos from the March 2013 Luncheon on licensing music for digital, with guests Marc Driskill, Randy Grimmett, Ree Guyer Buchanan, and Duff Berschback.
- [Harry Fox's John Raso](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/harry-fox-john-raso/) - Copyright Society of the South Chairman of the Board John Barker, Board Member Ted Goldthorpe, speaker John Raso from The Harry Fox Agency, Inc., Board Member Bob Mather and Secretary Kele Currier.
- [January 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/january-2013-luncheon/) - The January 2013 luncheon was held at BMI, with guest Stephen Zralek of Bone, McAllester, Norton speaking on the topic: "All is Fair (Use) In Love and Copyright."
- [April 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/april-2013-luncheon/) - The April 2013 luncheon was held at BMI, with guest Barry Massarsky speaking on the topic: "Straight Talk About Performance Income."
- [May 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/may-2013-luncheon/) - This photo is from the May 2013 Luncheon on recent developments in copyright law, with guests Laurie Hughes and Suzanne Kessler.
- [September 2013 - One On One With David Israelite - NMPA](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/september-2013-one-on-one-with-david-israelite-nmpa/) - On Tuesday, September 17, David Israelite visited the Copyright Society of the South to talk about publisher revenue streams, licensing issues concerning digital streams, upcoming changes in the U.S. Copyright Act, and various areas the National Music Publishers' Association is involved in on behalf of music publishers.
- [Maria Pallante Visits The Copyright Society of the South](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/384/) - On Tuesday, December 17, Register of Copyrights Maria Pallante visited the Copyright Society of the South. She provided an update on legislative and copyright office changes and discussed several court cases on copyright and technology and the proposed Next Great Copyright Act. See photos from the event below. Pictured (above) from left to right: Copyright
- [Looking Back at Congressman Doug Collins Visit](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/looking-back-at-congressman-doug-collins-visit/) - On Wednesday, March 19, 2014 AIMP and the Copyright Society of the South welcomed Congressman Doug Collins to Nashville. That day began with a tour of the Country music hall of Fame, followed by performances from hit songwriters Josh Kear, Jessi Alexander, and Wynn Varble. After the much anticipated writers round Congressman Doug
- [SoundExchange CEO and President Michael Huppe, joined the Copyright Society of the South for an in-depth look at Digital Performance Rights.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/soundexchange-ceo-and-president-michael-huppe-joined-the-copyright-society-of-the-south-for-an-in-depth-look-at-digital-performance-rights/) - On Wednesday, April 23, 2014 CEO and President Michael Huppe joined the Copyright Society of the South for an in-depth look into SoundExchange. The non-profit digital performance rights organization collects royalties for artists and copyright holders. As the battle continues for all digital performance rights, Michael Hupp is on the forefront of granting rights for
- [Recap: Sandra Aistars CEO of Copyright Alliance gives an update on the Ongoing Copyright Policy Proceedings](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/recap-sandra-aistars-ceo-of-copyright-alliance-gives-an-update-on-the-ongoing-copyright-policy-proceedings/) - On Tuesday, May 20th Sandra Aistars gave a brief summary of the upcoming events and deadlines for the ongoing copyright policy proceedings. The Copyright Alliance is urging not only business owners impacted by copyright policy, but creators should be front and center during events/hearings. May 23 - Deadline to submit comments on Music Licensing
- [David Ross "The Digital Solution"](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/david-ross-the-digital-solution/) - On Wednesday, March 25, 2015 Dave Ross discussed his new book called "The Digital Solution: A Plan for Collecting and Distributing Streaming Music Royalties", with the Copyright Society of the South. As we all know, The Music industry has lost a decent amount of revenue since the 1990's. Industry revenue is down by 50%. As
- [2014, Year In Review with Stan Soocher, J.D.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/2014-year-in-review-with-stan-soocher-j-d/) - The Copyright Society of the South ended the year with Stan Soochers annual Copyright Law: 2014 In Review. Some of the cases reviewed included a song infringement case with Lady Gaga and another with Usher. "Stan Soocher is the long-time editor-in Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance.He is also a tenured Associate Professor of Music &
- [November 19th Recap - Jim Peterik (Ides of March/Survivor)](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/november-19th-recap-jim-peterik-ides-of-marchsurvivor/) - The Copyright Society of The South joined Leadership Music Nashville November 19th at the First Amendment Center for a night of networking and Celebration. Special guest Jim Peterik (Ides of March/Survivor) recently released his new book "Through The Eye of The Tiger". To commemorate such an achievement, Jim shared his stories and performed some of his big hits such as
- [LOEB & LOEB ELECTS TWO NASHVILLE MUSIC ATTORNEYS TO PARTNERSHIP](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/loeb-loeb-elects-two-nashville-music-attorneys-to-partnership/) - November 12, 2014 – Loeb & Loeb LLP announced today that the firm has elected Nashville-based music attorneys Tiffany A. Dunn and Denise M. Stevens into its partnership. “Tiffany and Denise are two of the most talented and well connected music attorneys in Nashville and have been an integral part of the growth of
- [October Meeting Review:Updates on the latest developments on copyright law review with Jacqueline Charlesworth  from the Judiciary and Copyright Office](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/october-meeting-reviewupdates-on-the-latest-developments-on-copyright-law-review-with-jacqueline-charlesworth-from-the-judiciary-and-copyright-office/) - Jacqueline Charlesworth, General Counsel of the U.S. Copyright Office and Associate Register of Copyrights, updated the Copyright Society of The South on October 16th. Three main topics were discussed. Copyright Review, Small Claims, and music licensing study. Since 2013 there have been 16 hearings covering all sides of copyright law. For small claims there are
- [Recap: Kevin Grosch, CEO of Made In Network](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/recap-kevin-grosch-ceo-of-made-in-network/) - On Wednesday, September 17th, The Copyright Society of The South welcomed Kevin Grosch, CEO of Made In Network.The company develops channels and content on YouTube. "We are exploring creativity and bringing it to life. We partner with artists, labels, venues, festivals, and anyone who has the desire to create amazing content about the creative process.
- [March 2014 Luncheon ](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/march-2014-luncheon/) - These photos are from the March 2014 Luncheon at ASCAP with Mike Milom, Orville Almon and Matthew Beckett. The event was moderated by Rush Hicks. Pictured (above) from left: (top) Denise Stevens, Ted Goldthorpe, Jill Napier, Kele Currier, Wendi Crosby, Misha Hunke (bottom) Mike Milom, Orville Almon, Matthew Beckett and Rush Hicks.
- [December 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/december-2013-luncheon/) - The December 2013 Luncheon was held at ASCAP, with guest Stan Soocher's annual "Year In Review". It was great to have Stan at the Copyright Society of the South again!
- [November 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/november-2013-luncheon/) - This photo is from the November 2013 Luncheon on copyright terminations. Panelists Lewis Anderson, Linda Edell Howard, Duff Berschback led a stimulating discussion at the monthly meeting.
- [The Copyright Society of the South to host Congressman Doug Collins, Sponsor of The Songwriter Equity Act](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/the-copyright-society-of-the-south-to-host-congressman-doug-collins-sponsor-of-the-songwriter-equity-act/) - On Wednesday, March 19 the Copyright Society of the South, in conjunction with the Association of Independent Music Publishers, will host Doug Collins (R-Georgia), sponsor of The Songwriter Equity Act. The Congressman's bill will allow a "rate court" to consider other royalty rates as evidence when establishing digital performance rates for songwriters and composers. It
- [December 2012 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/december-2012-luncheon/) - Photos from the December 4, 2012 Luncheon on Copyright Law: 2012 in Review, with guest speaker Stan Soocher, Esq.
- [U.S. Copyright Office Links](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/u-s-copyright-office-links/) - The link to subscribe to the U.S. Copyright Office NewsNet is: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USLOC/subscriber/new NewsNet is a free electronic newsletter that alerts subscribers to hearings, deadlines for comments, new and proposed regulations, new publications, and other copyright-related subjects. Users can subscribe for a variety of frequency options (immediately upon release, daily, or weekly) as well as a
- [David Israelite [Video]](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/david-israelite/) - On September 17, 2013, David Israelite joined the Copyright Society of the South to discuss publisher revenue streams, licensing issues in the digital space, upcoming changes in the U.S. Copyright Act, and other areas the National Music Publisher Association is involved in on behalf of music publishers. It was a pleasure to hear from the
- [September 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/september-2013-luncheon/) - This photo is from the September 2013 Luncheon with the RIAA’s Cary Sherman. Pictured are Award of Excellence scholarship winners and members of the Copyright Society of the South Scholarship Committee. From left: Jill Napier, Tasha Blumenberg (recipient), Amanda Walz (recipient), Bob Mather and Dan Ekback.
- [Award of Excellence Scholarship Recipients](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/award-of-excellence-scholarship-recipients/) - Board Member Amy Cranford, Tish Stewart from Belmont College accepting on behalf of Morgan Swank, Caleb Kelly and Cassandra Lavoro, Award of Excellence scholarship recipients from MTSU and our chairman of the Board John Barker. The Copyright Society of the South awards annual scholarships to deserving students each fall.

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## Events

- [The Annual Copyright Review with Stan Soocher](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-annual-copyright-review-with-stan-soocher/) - Stan Soocher is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney, as well as the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance, an ALM publication. In addition, Stan is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado Denver, where he served as a Music Department Chair. Stan has authored the books Baby You’re a Rich Man: Suing the Beatles for Fun
- [☀️ Summer Hiatus Notice ☀️](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/☀️-summer-hiatus-notice-☀️/) - The Copyright Society of the South is officially on summer hiatus for June and July! We want to wish all of our members and guests a happy, relaxing, and safe summer season. We will return with our regular programming and monthly luncheons in August 2026. Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming schedule, and we
- [That’s My Song: The World of Nashville Songwriters](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/thats-my-song-the-world-of-nashville-songwriters/) - Attorney and Vanderbilt law professor Joseph Fishman will report original interview data on the working lives of Nashville songwriters. The presentation will be based on Joseph Fishman's book in progress, That’s My Song, which tells the story of both how songs get made and how those songs get people paid. The presentation will focus particularly on songwriters’
- [It’s The End Of The World As We Know It (And Everything Will Be Fine): Vetter v. Resnik and the Future of International Copyright Exploitation](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/tim-kappel-vetter-v-resnik/) - In Vetter v. Resnik, the Fifth Circuit declared that copyright ownership obtained through exercise of renewal and termination rights is not geographically restricted to the United States. Some industry groups and copyright scholars now portend market and legal chaos. But are the claims of chaos overblown? What is the legal impact of the Fifth Circuit's
- [Congress Built a Do-Over: Copyright Grant Terminations and Author Recapture Rights](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/congress-built-a-do-over-copyright-grant-terminations-and-author-recapture-rights/) - Many creators and practitioners believe that once a copyright is signed away, it’s gone for good. But the Copyright Act tells a different story. Hidden within the law is a powerful "second chance" mechanism: the statutory right to terminate prior transfers and recapture ownership. Whether you are representing authors or managing portfolios, understanding these termination
- [AI Guardrails and the "Four P's"](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/ai-guardrails-and-the-four-ps/) - As Generative AI models move from novelty to market competitors, the music industry faces an existential crisis regarding the unauthorized ingestion of copyrighted works. This lecture, presented by the leadership of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), explores the "AI Guardrails." The discussion will provide a deep dive into the "Four P’s" framework—a legislative and
- [The Art and Science of Public Performance Music Licensing: A Discussion with U.S. PROs - CLE Credit Available](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-art-and-science-of-public-performance-music-licensing/) - Our October luncheon event will feature a comprehensive discussion on the complex and evolving world of public performance copyright licensing. Featured Speakers Gain direct insight from leaders from the following U.S. performing rights organizations (PROs): Alex Grout (Senior Vice President, Membership and Business & Legal Affairs, ASCAP) David Schneider (Vice President, Distribution and Administration Services,
- [What Litigators Wish Publishers Knew: Ethical Issues Involving the Law of Music Publishing - CLE Credit Available](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/november-luncheon-lecture-11-12-25/) - Guest Speakers: Tim Warnock and Megan Pekar Loeb & Loeb, LLP 1.0 CLE Credit Hours will be available (Dual) - Tennessee Bar Number required. In the dynamic world of music and intellectual property, staying ahead of complex ethical dilemmas and cutting-edge litigation is essential. This specialized CLE will provide attorneys with actionable insights into
- [The Annual Copyright Review With Stan Soocher](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/december-luncheon-lecture-12-11-25/) - Stan Soocher is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney, as well as the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance, an ALM publication. In addition, Stan is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado Denver, where he served as a Music Department Chair. Stan has authored the books Baby You’re a Rich Man: Suing the Beatles for Fun
- [How Citrin Cooperman Conducts Its Music Valuation Cases - September 18, 2025 - CLE Credit Available](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/how-citrin-cooperman-conducts-its-music-valuation-cases-september-18-2025-cle-credit-available/) - Join us for an exclusive, in-depth discussion and opportunity to gain a competitive edge by understanding the intricacies of music catalogue valuation directly from the experts at Citrin Cooperman. Don't miss this chance to fine-tune your expertise and master the complex dynamics of music valuation. This is a CLE approved event for Tennessee attorneys. RSVP
- [August Mixer!](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/august-mixer/) - Members, unwind and connect at our August Mixer! Bring a colleague to learn more about membership in the Society! Beverages and Light Bites will be available. RSVP is required – cutoff date is August 25, 2025. ****This is a private event for Society members and their registered guests. If you are interested in becoming a
- [The Society is currently on hiatus until August - Have a great summer!](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/have-a-great-summer-see-you-at-our-next-event-in-august/)
- [The Latino Influence in Music - May 21, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-latino-influence-in-music/) - Sharpen your expertise in the dynamic realm of the Latin Music Industry! Join us for a conversation featuring the insights of award-winning singer-songwriter Ana Cristina Cash and leading music business authorities John Carter Cash and Ricardo Rodriguez. Delve into the specific copyright considerations within the Latin music landscape, exploring publishing intricacies, licensing nuances, and emerging legal
- [The Songwriter’s Cut: Understanding Publishing Deals in the Streaming Era - April 30, 2025 (Date Change)](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-songwriters-cut-understanding-publishing-deals-in-the-streaming-era/) - This panel will provide a critical analysis of the evolving landscape of songwriter agreements, equipping practitioners with the tools to effectively represent clients in today's dynamic music publishing market. We will delve into the legal ramifications of shifting revenue streams, digital rights management, and streaming royalties, examining how these changes impact contract terms, including advances,
- [Sync & Licensing: A 2025 State of the Union - March 25, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/navigating-the-sync-licensing-maze-opportunities-pitfalls-march-25-2025/) - Join us for a critical analysis of the 2025 state of synchronization licensing in Film, TV, and Advertising. This panel, featuring key Nashville industry players, will delve into the complex legal and contractual issues surrounding music placement. Gain crucial insights into emerging trends, evolving rights management, and the challenges facing songwriters, music publishers, and supervisors.
- [Restoring Trust in the Age of AI, Rights of Publicity and Copyright - February 26, 2025](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/restoring-trust-in-the-age-of-ai-rights-of-publicity-and-copyright-february-26-2025/) - The Copyright Society of the South is pleased to present a panel with industry leaders discussing how to address the verification, use and compensation of video, audio and images that includes an individual’s voice, identity, name, image and likeness via the platform ViNIL. ViNIL’s founders Charles Alexander, Jeremy Brook, and Sada Garba will discuss how
- [2024 Copyright Review with Stan Soocher - CLE Credit Available](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/annual-copyright-review-with-stan-soocher-holiday-luncheon/) - Stan Soocher is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney, as well as the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance, an ALM publication. In addition, Stan is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado Denver, where he served as a Music Department Chair. Stan has authored the books Baby You're a Rich Man: Suing the Beatles for Fun & Profit and They Fought
- [The Future of Music Contracts:  Negotiate Smarter, Not Harder](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-future-of-music-contracts-negotiate-smarter-not-harder/) - Our November event features an awesome panel discussion regarding the latest trends on contract negotiations within the music industry! With more than 20 years’ experience in Nashville’s music industry, Eric Hurt launched EMPIRE’s Nashville division as their VP of A&R, spearheading EMPIRE's country initiatives and supporting the company’s expansion into genres outside of HipHop and
- [Licensing Music to Churches in the Modern Era: A Discussion with CCLI - CLE Credit Available!](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/october-luncheon-meeting/) - Lynn Morrow interviews Gary Christiansen, President at Christian Copyright Licensing, Inc. (CCLI), which serves over 250,000 churches globally with music licensing and resources. Come learn what rights are involved in their licensing and what products CCLI provides to churches. Understand how CCLI’s offerings differ from a PRO and how they relate to the rights of
- [September Happy Hour Mixer with Craig Wiseman and Derek Crownover](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/september-mixer-membership-drive/) - Members, you are cordially invited to our September Happy Hour Mixer with Special Guests Craig Wiseman and Derek Crownover! Bring a friend (or 2 or 3) to learn more about membership in the Society! Guests attend free! Beverages and Light Snacks will be available. Derek will interview Craig about his musical journey - you don't
- [The Top Issues Facing Copyright (That's Not AI!) - Industry Panel - CLE Credit Available!](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-top-issues-facing-copyright-thats-not-ai-industry-panel-cle-credit-available/) - Panelists Kristina Johnson | Universal Music Publishing Group Kristina Johnson is the Senior Director of North American Copyright at Universal Music Publishing Group. In this role she oversees the U.S. and Canadian activity for Universal’s iconic catalog of 5 million copyrights as well as the end to end value chain of managing agreements signed
- [May 8, 2024 - Neighboring Rights 101](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/may-8-2024-the-lowdown-on-ancillary-neighboring-rights/) - The Copyright Society of the South is pleased to host a presentation on all things Neighboring Rights. Darcie Molina, from Kollective Neighboring Rights, will join us virtually to provide an overview for both sound recording owners and artists in this complicated area of our industry, along with Ryan Lehning from SoundExchange, who will join us
- [April 10, 2024 - Citrin Cooperman Presents: The Current Landscape of the US PROs](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/april-10-2024-citrin-cooperman-presents-the-current-landscape-of-the-us-pros/) - Elon Altman is a Director in the Music Economics and Valuation Services Practice at Citrin Cooperman with nearly 20 years of experience in performance income review and forecasting, music copyright litigation economics, music licensing, production music libraries, and valuations of music publishing and recorded music catalogs. Altman works closely with a wide range of the clients, including major
- [The ELVIS Act Conversation Continues:   Experts Panel with Tom Clees, Senator Jack Johnson, & Denise Stevens - Moderated by Suzanne Kessler](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-elvis-act-conversation-continues-experts-panel-with-tom-clees-senator-jack-johnson-denise-stevens-moderated-by-suzanne-kessler/) - Tom Clees, Panelist Tom Clees is Senior Vice President of Federal Public Policy for the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). As a lobbyist and political strategist for RIAA, Clees represents the major American record labels’ interests before members of Congress and their staffs. This work has included advocacy on issues including copyright and intellectual
- [January 11, 2024 - Legislative Updates with Bart Herbison](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/january-11-2024-legislative-updates-with-bart-herbison/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Bart Herbison A Paris, Tennessee native, Bart Herbison spent 14 years in commercial radio, worked as a reporter and as a correspondent for The Nashville Banner newspaper before joining the administration of former Tennessee Governor Ned McWherter as Deputy Director of Communications in 1987. Herbison joined the staff of U.S. Rep. Bob Clement
- [November 15, 2023 - At Long Last...Phonorecord III Adjustments! What to expect!](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-phonorecords-iii-remand-2023-updates/) - In April 2023 IP organizations called on the Copyright Royalty Board to accelerate the finalization of the Phonorecords III ruling that it had handed down in July of 2022. Now, the three-judge CRB has officially issued its final determination for the five-year stretch at hand. Notice of the CRB’s long-awaited Phonorecords III decision was just
- [December 7, 2023 - Annual Copyright Review With Stan Soocher!](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/december-7-2023-annual-copyright-review-with-stan-soocher/) - Honorary Society Member Stan Soocher is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney, as well as the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance, an ALM publication. In addition, Stan is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado Denver, where he served as a Music Department Chair. Soocher has given speeches on entertainment law and related industry issues to
- [The TEC: Opportunities for Creators and IP Stakeholders in Tennessee](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-tec-opportunities-for-creators-and-ip-stakeholders-in-tennessee/) - Learn more about the current landscape, opportunities, and the bright future of our industry by long-time music executive Jimmy Wheeler, Director of Business Development for the Tennessee Entertainment Commission's new Music Office. The office is part of a new initiative to grow investment and job creation in the music sector. This is a statewide effort focused
- [September 11, 2023 - Fall Copyright Symposium](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/september-11-2023-fall-copyright-symposium/) - Copyright comes to Nashville! Enjoy three awesome sessions with Judge Steve Ruwe and John Riley as they discuss the current landscape of copyright from the front lines. This event will NOT be recorded. Don't miss it! Guest Speakers/Panelists: Judge Steve Ruwe has a broad background in copyright and intellectual property law. Before his appointment
- [May 23, 2023 - Living with AI, IP & Music in the Better-Best of Times](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/may-23-2023-living-with-ai-ip-music-in-the-better-best-of-times/) - Dr. E. Michael Harrington is a composer, musician, consultant, professor, and course author and professor at Berklee College Online. Harrington served as expert at the U.S. Copyright Office and World Intellectual Property Organization’s symposium Copyright in the Age of Artificial Intelligence at the Library of Congress in February 2020. He created the Coursera/Berklee College of Music Copyright Law
- [March 29, 2023 - On The Shoulders Of Giants](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/march-29-2023-on-the-shoulders-of-giants/) - Learn how and why the Copyright Society of the South was formed ~ How the music industry has changed over the last 40 years ~ What industry veterans think about the future of the business ~ ...and hear some great industry stories from 3 of the original founders of our organization! Members, join us for an executive boxed
- [December 8, 2022 – Annual Copyright Review with Stan Soocher](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/december-8-2022-annual-copyright-review-with-stan-soocher/) - Stan Soocher is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney, as well as the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance, an ALM publication. In addition, Stan is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado Denver, where he served as a Music Department Chair. Soocher has given speeches on entertainment law and related industry issues to
- [November 15, 2022 - Christian & Gospel Music:  The State of the Industry & Beyond](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/november-15-2022-christian-gospel-music-the-state-of-the-industry-beyond/) - According to GMA over 53 million Americans listen to Christian and Gospel Music several times a week. These listeners are diverse and most of the listener base is under the age of 50! After a very successful Gospel Music Week recently held in Nashville, our November event will feature a panel of experts who will discuss the current state of
- [October 20, 2022 - NIVA: Saving Local Live Entertainment from the Pandemic & Beyond](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/october-20-2022-niva-saving-local-live-entertainment-from-the-pandemic-beyond/) - At this month's webinar learn more about the National Independent Venue Association (NIVA), which was formed in March 2020 to fight for pandemic relief for local music and comedy venues, securing more than $16 billion in funding and keeping a vital part of the music industry afloat. Dayna Frank and Tobi Parks will discuss the organization’s mission
- [Lunch with Mozaic's Marcus Cobb](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/lunch-with-mozaics-marcus-cobb/) - About Marcus Cobb Marcus Cobb is CEO and co-founder of FinTech company Mozaic, fka Jammber (www.mozaic.io). Cobb, Nashville NEXT’s 2019 Entrepreneur of the Year, is a serial entrepreneur, technologist, product designer and dynamic public speaker. His striking journey took him from modest beginnings in El Pasto to technology leader for Fortune 50 companies, amassing a
- [Webinar:  The Phonorecords III Remand - What does this mean for the copyright holder?](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-the-phonorecords-iii-remand-what-does-this-mean-for-the-copyright-holder/) - Danielle Aguirre, Executive Vice President & General Counsel of the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA), will present information regarding the Phonorecords II Remand, updates since the July 1 response to the CRB, and the Remand's potential impacts to the copyright landscape. About Danielle Aguirre Danielle oversees all of NMPA’s legal, business and policy objectives. Her
- [Webinar:  Thriving in the Digital Age:  A Conversation with Linda Bloss-Baum at SoundExchange](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-thriving-in-the-digital-age-a-conversation-with-linda-bloss-baum-at-soundexchange/) - Linda Bloss-Baum, VP/Government Relations & Public Affairs at SoundExchange (www.soundexchange.com), will provide an update on their latest programs including the fight to create a terrestrial performance right for artists (via the American Music Fairness Act), new developments in royalties for foreign neighboring rights, an update on digital radio in the US, and other key initiatives
- [Webinar:  Who Has the Last Laugh Now?:   A Conversation with Word Collections CEO Jeff Price](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-who-has-the-last-laugh-now-a-conversation-with-word-collections-ceo-jeff-price/) - Copyright law can be confusing. The good news is that under US copyright law, comedians and other spoken word performers have the exact same copyrights and even better legal rights than musical songwriters. This means the licenses and accompanying royalties are not at all imaginary but required and protected under the existing laws. The problem
- [Webinar:  Legislative Landscape 2022](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-legislative-landscape-2022/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Bart Herbison Bart Herbison is Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) with 100 domestic and international chapters. NSAI is the world's largest not-for-profit trade organization dedicated to the songwriting profession. Established in 1967, the organization’s membership of more than 5,000 spans the United States and may other countries. NSAI is
- [Webinar: Stan Soocher’s Annual Copyright Review](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-stan-soochers-annual-copyright-review-2/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Stan Soocher Stan Soocher is Professor Emeritus of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus and the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance. In addition, Stan is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney. He is author of the books Baby You’re a Rich Man: Suing the Beatles for Fun &
- [November 16, 2021 Webinar:  Should I Sell My Catalog?](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/november-16-2021-webinar-should-i-sell-my-catalog/) - PANELISTS: Kele Currier, ASCAP; Brian Egan, Concord Music Publishing; Chris Farren, Combustion Music MODERATOR: Kent Draughon, Capitol CMG Publishing | President, CSoS Board of Directors Please note only members in good standing and invited guests will be granted access. You must register to attend.
- [September 28, 2021 Webinar:  NFT's and Copyright](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/september-28-2021-webinar-nfts-and-copyright/) - PANELISTS: Jordan Bromley, Manatt Entertainment; Brian Frye, University of Kentucky College of Law; Jeremy S. Goldman, Frankfurt, Kurnit, Klein & Selz MODERATOR: Tara Aaron-Stelluto, Aaron | Sanders PLLC | Member, CSoS Board of Directors Please note only members in good standing and invited guests will be granted access. You must register to attend.
- [August 18, 2021 Webinar: Fighting the Good Fight -  NMPA Update](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/august-18-2021-webinar-fighting-the-good-fight-nmpa-update/) - Guest Speaker: David Israelite, President and CEO, National Music Publishers’ Association Moderator: Kent Draughon, CSoS President Please note only members in good standing and invited guests will be granted access. You must register to attend.
- [May 20, 2021 – Navigating Livestream (Panel)](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/may-20-2021-navigating-livestream-panel/) - Guest Panelists: Marghie Evans (Moderator) - Do Write Music (www.dowritemusic.com) ET Brown - SESAC (www.sesac.com) Mark Greenburg - SBN Broadcasting Networks (www.thespinnetwork.com) Brandon Schott - Concord Music (www.concord.com) Melanie Shark - Mandolin (https://partners.mandolin.com) Shawn Wilson - Muzooka (www.muzooka.com) Please note only members in good standing and invited guests will be granted access. You must register
- [April 22, 2021 - Building a Music Community on Facebook & Instagram](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/april-22-2021-building-a-music-community-on-facebook-instagram/) - Speakers: Alexa Cabellon and Natalie Echols Topic: Building a Music Community on FaceBook and Instagram Alexa Cabellon is the Team Lead, Music Publishing Partnerships on the North America Music Publishing Team at Facebook based in NYC. Prior to joining Facebook in 2019, Alexa was the Director, Royalties and New Media at the legendary independent music
- [March 24, 2021 - Colin Rushing | SXWorks](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/march-24-2021-colin-rushing-sxworks/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Colin Rushing Colin Rushing is Chief Legal Officer for SoundExchange (www.soundexchange.com), overseeing the organization’s legal, regulatory, and corporate affairs, supervises rate setting proceedings, directs the organization’s enforcement program, and plays a key role in shaping SoundExchange’s strategic development. At this event Colin will discuss SXWorks, the SoundExchange company formed to serve the publishing
- [February 25, 2021 - Updates from the Copyright Office](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/february-25-2021-updates-from-the-copyright-office/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Regan Smith Regan Smith is the General Counsel and Associate Register of Copyrights for the United States Copyright Office. She was appointed to the position effective May 27, 2018.In her position as General Counsel, Smith provides legal guidance to the various divisions and programs of the Office, including the national registration and recordation
- [Webinar: Stan Soocher's Annual Copyright Review](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-stan-soochers-annual-copyright-review/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Stan Soocher Stan Soocher is Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus and the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance. In addition, Stan is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney. He is author of the books Baby You’re a Rich Man: Suing the Beatles for Fun &
- [Webinar: November 17, 2020 – All About The Mechanical Licensing Collective (MLC)](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-november-17-2020-all-about-the-mechanical-licensing-collective-mlc/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Maurice Russell Maurice Russell is the Head of Rights Management for The Mechanical Licensing Collective (www.themlc.com). In this role, Russell supports The MLC’s work to implement the first statutory blanket licensing system for mechanical rights in the United States. Russell also leverages his operational and administrative expertise in order to help The MLC prepare to
- [Webinar: Current Issues Facing the Marketplace](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-current-issues-facing-the-marketplace/) - SPEAKERS: Dr. Jeffrey Eisenach and Barry Massarsky Dr. Jeffrey Eisenach is a Managing Director and Co-Chair of NERA's Communications, Media, and Internet Practice, and serves on the firm’s Board of Directors. He is also an Adjunct Professor at George Mason University Law School, where he teaches Regulated Industries, and a Visiting Scholar at the American
- [Webinar:  AI:  Invasion of the Robot Creators:  Underlying Rights Issues in the Use of Artificial Intelligence to Create New Works](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/webinar-ai-invasion-of-the-robot-creators-underlying-rights-issues-in-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence-to-create-new-works/) - PANELISTS: John Beiter, Marghie Evans, Michael Harrington, and Randy Wachtler John Beiter has practiced entertainment law for over 25 years. His clients have included recording artists, record companies, songwriters, music publishers, filmmakers, and authors regarding talent agreements, entity formation, copyright acquisition and a wide variety of other transactional matters. His institutional clients include the
- [An interview with Gary Hertz and Steve Schnur - April 21, 2020 (Webinar)](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/an-interview-with-gary-hertz-and-steve-schnur-april-21-2020-webinar/) - Steve Schnur has been a label and music publishing company President, TV executive producer, music supervisor, professional musician, songwriter, composer, record producer and more. Along the way, he has moved the needle and changed the game in the fields of music, movies, television, sports, video games and digital interactive entertainment around the world. As Worldwide
- [***POSTPONED***Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Invasion of the Robot Creators:  Underlying rights issues in the use of artificial intelligence to create new works](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/artificial-intelligence-ai-invasion-of-the-robot-creators-underlying-rights-issues-in-the-use-of-artificial-intelligence-to-create-new-works/) - Due to circumstances beyond our control, we regret we must postpone our March 17th luncheon meeting. We will be in touch when we are able to reschedule. Thank you. ______________________________________________________________________ GUEST PANEL: John Beiter, Marghie Evans, Michael Harrington and Randy Wachtler John Beiter John Beiter has practiced entertainment law for over 25 years. His
- [March 17, 2020 Meeting Postponed](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/march-17-2020-meeting-postponed/) - Due to circumstances beyond our control, we regret we must postpone our March 17th luncheon meeting. We will be in touch when we are able to reschedule. Thank you.
- [Legislative Updates with Bart Herbison - February 18, 2020](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/legislative-updates-with-bart-herbison-february-18-2020/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Bart Herbison, Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) Bart Herbison is Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), the world's largest not-for-profit songwriters trade organization dedicated to the songwriting profession. Established in 1967, the organization's membership of nearly 5,000 spans the United States and many other countries. With more than
- [December 4, 2019:  Copyright Year-End Review](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/december-4-2019-copyright-year-end-review/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Stan Soocher Stan Soocher is the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance. He is also Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus. In addition, Stan is an award-winning journalist and entertainment attorney. He is author of the books Baby You’re a Rich Man: Suing the Beatles for
- [November 5, 2019:  The National Museum of African American Music  - H. Beecher Hicks, III, President & CEO](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/november-5-2019-the-national-museum-of-african-american-music-h-beecher-hicks-iii-president-ceo/) - GUEST SPEAKER: H. Beecher Hicks, III H. Beecher Hicks III’s professional experiences have included work in the private, public and nonprofit sectors, where he has focused on building enterprises as a consultant, banker, investor and operating executive. Henry is now the president and CEO of the National Museum of African American Music, or NMAAM (www.nmaam.org).
- [October 22, 2019: How to Maximize Your Income from Canadian Cuts](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/october-22-2019-how-to-maximize-your-income-from-canadian-cuts/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Margaret McGuffin Margaret McGuffin is the Executive Director of the Canadian Music Publishers Association. Previously, Margaret has held management positions with the Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency (CMRRA) , Musicians’ Rights Organizations Canada, and Access Copyright. She has also served on the Board of Directors for Re:Sound and the Canadian Private Copying Collective.
- [September 10, 2019 - Songtrust: The Modern Guide to Music Publishing](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/september-10-2019-songtrust-the-modern-guide-to-music-publishing/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Anna Bond | Songtrust (www.songtrust.com) Anna Bond is the Director of Business Development for Songtrust in North America. A 15-year veteran of the industry, Bond’s mission is to help musicians advance their careers and share their unique visions. Prior to her role at Songtrust, Bond worked in label management, heading up the US
- [June 20, 2019 - The Art of the Deal: Evaluating Song Catalogs in Today's Market](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/june-20-2019-the-art-of-the-deal-evaluating-song-catalogs-in-todays-market/) - PANELISTS: John Ozier, Brad Peterson, and Chip Petree MODERATOR: Tim Wipperman John Ozier - As executive vp creative, Ozier oversees Reservoir's Nashville operations, including signing and developing new talent. He joins Reservoir following a six-year stint at independent Canadian publisher olé that included marquee signings Jeff Trott, Tony Martin, Jordan Davis, Chris Janson, Adam Hambrick and
- [May 21, 2019 - Art is Business/Business is Art: Small Things Every Creative can do to Increase Revenue and Recognition](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/may-21-2019-art-is-business-business-is-art-small-things-every-creative-can-do-to-increase-revenue-and-recognition/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Marcus Cobb | Jammber (www.jammber.com) Marcus Cobb is the CEO and Co-founder of Jammber, a workflow and payment platform for the entertainment industry. He has designed finance technology for Fortune 50 companies and has also designed fashion featured in music videos for Pitbull, Baby Bash,Trey Songz and others. An amateur songwriter and life-long
- [March 27, 2019  - Estate Planning for Artists and Their Families](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/march-27-2019-estate-planning-for-artists-and-their-families/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Stacey Schlitz Stacey Schlitz represents some of the world’s most renowned entertainers, composers, and music publishers in the areas of tax, probate, estate planning, intellectual property, corporate planning, contract negotiations, and litigation. She also represents sports agents, trade groups, and municipalities in her litigation practice. Stacey’s clients include award-winning musical artists, songwriters, and
- [February 6, 2019:  Advocacy update - Explaining the Music Modernization Act and More!](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/february-6-2019-advocacy-update-explaining-the-music-modernization-act-and-more/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Bart Herbison, Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) Bart Herbison is Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), the world's largest not-for-profit songwriters trade organization dedicated to the songwriting profession. Established in 1967, the organization's membership of nearly 5,000 spans the United States and many other countries. With more than
- [December 6, 2018 - The Copyright Year In Review: 2018](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/december-6-2018-the-copyright-year-in-review-2018/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Stan Soocher, Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado's Denver Campus Stan Soocher is the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance. He is also Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus. In addition, Stan is an award-winning journalist and entertainment
- [November 8, 2018 - Songwriter Series:  A Special Evening with Mac Davis](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/november-8-2018-songwriter-series-a-special-evening-with-mac-davis/) - GUEST PERFORMING ARTIST: Mac Davis At his commercial peak in the mid-'70s, Mac Davis was one of America's most popular entertainers, a countrypolitan-styled singer and actor who found considerable success in both fields. After moving to Georgia, Davis first broke into the music business in 1962, when he was hired by the Chicago-based record label
- ["Blurred Lines" Lawyer Lifts the Veil on His Significant Entertainment Cases](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/blurred-lines-lawyer-lifts-the-veil-on-his-significant-entertainment-cases/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Richard S. Busch Richard S. Busch is a Partner in the Litigation Section and is Head of the Entertainment and Intellectual Property Sections of King & Ballow. His practice areas include Litigation (State and Federal), Entertainment Litigation, Intellectual Property Litigation, and Commercial Litigation. Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Busch served as Law Clerk to the
- [From Public Domain to Copyright to Public Domain - How We Freed ‘We Shall Overcome’](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/from-public-domain-to-copyright-to-public-domain-how-we-freed-we-shall-overcome/) - GUEST SPEAKER: Dr. E. Michael Harrington The topic will include how PD works can become copyrighted by means of added original expression, and the legal issues these newly copyrighted works face and will include music by Bach, Dave Brubeck, Paul Simon, Beethoven, Woody Guthrie and others. He will also discuss some of the specifics
- [April 4, 2018 Luncheon - Speaker Update](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/april-4-2018-luncheon-speaker-update/) - To the Members of the Copyright Society of the South: Richard Busch has a scheduling conflict and will not be able to speak at our April 4 luncheon meeting. However, we have engaged Bart Herbison with NSAI to speak and present an in-depth look at the Music Modernization Act. If you have previously RSVP'd
- [April 4, 2018:  An In-depth look at the Music Modernization Act - Bart Herbison, Guest Speaker    (Note: Speaker/Topic Change)](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/april-4-2018-copyright-infringement-lawsuits-why-some-win-blurred-lines-why-some-lose-led-zeppelin-and-whats-next/) - The Copyright Society of the South invites you to a luncheon meeting on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 from 11:30am to 1:00pm at The CMA Event Space (35 Music Square East, Nashville, TN 37203). Bart Herbison is Executive Director of the Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI), the world's largest not-for-profit songwriters trade organization dedicated to the songwriting profession. Established in
- [February 1, 2018: New Global Rights Collections with John Barker, CEO of ClearBox Rights](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/february-1-2018-new-global-rights-collections-with-john-barker-ceo-of-clearbox-rights/) - TOPIC: New Global Rights Collections: A fresh, in depth look at how digital rights are licensed and paid around the world. UPDATE: Including the latest updates on the impact of the Music Modernization Act of 2017 which was recently introduced. SPEAKER: John Barker, President/CEO of ClearBox Rights John Barker is the founder, President & CEO of
- [March 6, 2018: Exploring the Music Modernization Act - The impact on the creators, rights’ holders and music-minded entrepreneurs.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/march-6-2018-exploring-the-music-modernization-act-the-impact-on-the-creators-rights-holders-and-music-minded-entrepreneurs/) - The Copyright Society of the South has teamed up with the Entrepreneur Center to offer the following March program: TOPIC: Exploring the Music Modernization Act - The impact on the creators, rights’ holders and music-minded entrepreneurs. PANELISTS: Ted Goldthorpe / Sony/ATV (Supervisor, North America Publishing Administration) Jeremy Brook / Brook Law Firm PLLC (Member) Ron
- [October 24, 2017: Dan Ruff of MusicNotes, Inc.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/october-24-2017-dan-ruff-of-musicnotes-inc/) - Speakers: Dan Ruff and Duncan Hearn, Musicnotes, Inc. Topic: “How Musicnotes uses aggressive growth strategies to maintain a market-leading status.” Musicnotes, Inc. is the worldwide leader in digital sheet music with over $60 million in royalties paid and 6 million customers. In this session Dan Ruff (Licensing & Publisher Relations Manager) and Duncan Hearn (Experience Manager)
- [November 30, 2017: Stan Soocher - Copyright Year in Review](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/november-30-2017-stan-soocher-copyright-year-in-review/)
- [November 13, 2017: Randy Grimmett of Global Music Rights](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/november-13-2017-randy-grimmett-of-global-music-rights/)
- [September 15, 2017: Allen Bargfrede and Benji Rogers of Dot Blockchain Music](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/september-15-2017-allen-bargfrede-and-benji-rogers-of-dot-blockchain-music/) - Topic: “How Blockchain Will Change the Music Industry” - in this session, two of the co-founders of Dot Blockchain Media will discuss the dotBC project as well as various industry initiatives employing blockchain as a solution for rights management. Allen Bargfrede focuses his work on the intersection of art and technology. He is the co-founder of
- [February 2017 Bonus: Jeff Price, Founder and CEO at Audiam](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/february-2017-bonus-jeff-price-founder-and-ceo-at-audiam/) - RSVP HERE February 28, 2017 Meeting The Copyright Society of the South invites you to a Bonus Meeting on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 from 11:30am to 1 pm at BMI's First Floor Conference Room Speaker: Jeff Price, Founder and CEO - Audiam; Founder - TuneCore; President, GM, Co-Founder - spinART Records Topic: YouTube's New Changes
- [DC Advocacy Update with Bart Herbison](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/dc-advocacy-update-with-bart-herbison/) - RSVP HERE February 2, 2017 Meeting The Copyright Society of the South invites you to a luncheon meeting on Thursday, February 2, 2017 from 11:30am to 1:00pm at ASCAP's Connie Bradley Board Room TOPIC: DC Advocacy Update Speaker: Bart Herbison Bart Herbison is Executive Director of the Nashville al Songwriters Association International (NSAI), the
- [Stan Soocher: 2016 Year In Review](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/stan-soocher-2016-year-in-review/) - December 1, 2016 Meeting SPEAKER: Stan Soocher, Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado's Denver Campus Stan Soocher is the long-time Editor-in-Chief of the monthly Entertainment Law & Finance and an entertainment attorney. Stan is also an Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus, where he served
- [All the way from Middle Class to Class Action – Legal issues regarding the music of The Turtles.](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/all-the-way-from-middle-class-to-class-action-legal-issues-regarding-the-music-of-the-turtles/) - October 28, 2016 Meeting The Copyright Society of the South invites you to a luncheon meeting on Friday, October 28, 2016 from 11:30am to 1pm at ASCAP's Connie Bradley Board Room. TOPIC: All the way from Middle Class to Class Action – Legal issues regarding the music of The Turtles. SPEAKER: Mark Volman Mark Volman is a
- [Pandora: An overview as the company prepares to launch its on-demand offering](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/pandora-an-overview-as-the-company-prepares-to-launch-its-on-demand-offering/) - Adam Parness is Head of Publisher Licensing and Relations at Pandora. In this role, Adam is responsible for leading Pandora’s global relationships with songwriters and music publishers, including the development of broader product rights and internationalization in order to increase revenue, retention and customer engagement.
- [Streaming...Comparisons from a User and Licensor](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/streaming-comparisons-from-a-user-and-licensor/) - SPEAKER: Kent Draughon Kent Draughon is the Vice President of Publishing Administration for Capitol CMG Publishing. He’s worked for CMG in some capacity ever since his junior year in college… (which is to say, ever since he had a mullet). Kent manages the jedi-knight team of licensing, royalty and copyright specialists that care for
- [From Guitar to Joystick: A Panel Discussion on Use of Music in the Gaming Industry](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/from-guitar-to-joystick-a-panel-discussion-on-use-of-music-in-the-gaming-industry/) - PANELISTS: Louis-Phillipe Caron, Music Licensing Specialist - Ubisoft Steve Schnur, President of Music - Electronic Arts (EA) Video Games Louis-Philippe and his team handle music licensing matters and requests for all of Ubisoft’s production and marketing needs. Along with copyright clearances, they supply teams with a vast pool of musical suggestions and collaborate on musical
- [The Learning Network: The Impact of Policy on the Creative Community](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-learning-network-the-impact-of-policy-on-the-creative-community/) - The Learning Network: The Impact of Policy on the Creative Community (Originally scheduled December 2015) – This session of the Learning Network is designed to provide the music community with an update on what is happening in DC related to establishing various policies impacting the payment, usage and exploitation of music as well as to:
- [Songwriter Series: Thom Schuyler](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/songwriter-series-thom-schuyler/) - Fourth Installment of the Songwriter Series featuring Thom Schuyler
- [Panel: What the State of Music Tech Says About the State of Our Industry](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/panel-what-the-state-of-music-tech-says-about-the-state-of-our-industry/) - Hear about the latest trends, issues, challenges and opportunities including the ever-evolving streaming landscape, new channels of marketing and distributing music,metadata standards and new equalizing forces like Blockchain.
- [Stan Soocher](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/stan-soocher/) - TOPIC: 2015, Year In Review SPEAKER: Stan Soocher, Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado's Denver Campus Stan Soocher is the long-time Editor-in-Chief of the monthly Entertainment Law & Finance and an entertainment attorney. Stan is also an Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus, where
- [Jim Griffin](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/jim-griffin/) - Rights Enumerated, Rights Disrespected. Absent a publicly accessible, comprehensive database for music, rights we cherish and upon which we depend are disrespected and forgotten.
- [David Israelite](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/david-israelite/) - A look at the division of income among writers, publishers, labels and artists at Spotify, Pandora and SiriusXM, plus current legislative updates.
- [Michael Harrington ](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/michael-harrington/)
- [The Third in our Songwriter Series with a special performance by Jim Peterick](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-third-in-our-songwriter-series-with-a-special-performance-by-jim-peterick/) - The Copyright Society of The South in conjunction with leadership Music invites you to a special program on Wednesday, November 19th, 2014.
- [Stan Soocher, Year in Review](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/stan-soocher-year-in-review/)
- [Jacqueline Charlesworth, General Counsel of the US Copyright Office and Associate Register of Copyrights](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/jacqueline-charlesworth-general-counsel-of-the-us-copyright-office-and-associate-register-of-copyrights/)
- [Kevin Grosch, CEO of Made in Network](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/kevin-grosch-ceo-of-made-in-network/)
- [Current Copyright Review Update with Sandra Aistars, CEO of Copyright Alliance](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/current-copyright-review-update-with-sandra-aistars-ceo-of-copyright-alliance/) - Ascap's Connie Bradley Board Room Tuesday, May 20, 2014 11:30am - 1:30pm
- [One on One with David Israelite - NMPA](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/one-on-one-with-david-israelite-nmpa/) - President & CEO of National Music Publishers' Association (NMPA) Founded in 1917, the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) is the trade association representing American music publishers and their songwriting partners. The NMPA’s mandate is to protect and advance the interests of music publishers and songwriters in matters relating to the domestic and global protection of
- [Cary Sherman, Chairman & CEO - RIAA](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/cary-sherman-chairman-ceo-riaa/)
- [Who Should License Your Music For Digital?](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/the-future-of-music-publishing-and-pros/) - Moderator: Marc Driskill, Executive VP/GM, Sea Gayle Music Panelists: Randy Grimmett, Exec. VP of Membership Ree Guyer Buchanan, President/Owner, Wrensong Publishing Duff Berschback, Sen. Director / Business Affairs
- [Barry Massarsky: Economic Strategizing in 2013](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/barry-massarsky-economic-strategizing-in-2013/) - Barry Massarsky has been monitoring, advising and strategizing for the music industry since 1981. Upon graduation from Cornell University with an MBA, he became the Senior Economist for ASCAP. In 1992, he formed a unique economic consulting firm whose long term clients include RIAA and SoundExchange in Washington, Warner Chappell, Universal Music Publishing Group, Universal Publishing Production Music and APM in Los Angeles, EMI, BMG, SONY/ATV and Spirit Music Group in New York and SESAC in Nashville. His firm provides strategic insights into performance royalty income and synchronization licensing for the publishing community as well as operating the leading valuation team for profiling catalog deal transactions. His partner, Ms. Nari Matsuura, is also a graduate of Cornell’s MBA program. His Senior Economist, Elon Altman, studied managerial economics at Cornell.
- [An Evening With Guy Clark and Friends](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/an-evening-with-guy-clark-and-friends/) - Guy Clark is a national treasure and folk icon, crafting masterful, poignant melodies and insightful lyrics. Tough, bare-boned and dryly sentimental, his beautiful songs reflect the man himself and display an old-fashioned masculinity that emphasizes honesty, integrity and carefully chosen words. His craggy, wistful story-songs, and plain-spoken delivery are also indicative of his persona. Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Foundation's Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2004, Clark was honored with the Americana Music Association's Lifetime Achievement Award for Songwriting in 2005. The following year, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum named Guy Clark as its prestigious 2006 Artist-In-Residence. Workbench Songs (2006), released to universal critical acclaim and the delight of his worshipful fans, was nominated for the 2007 Grammy award as Best Contemporary Folk/Americana Album.
- [January 2013 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/january-2013-luncheon/) - TOPIC All is Fair (Use) In Love and Copyright SPEAKER Stephen Zralek: Bone, McAllester, Norton Copyright law gives exclusive rights to authors of original works, but the Fair Use doctrine limits those rights. Stephen Zralek looks at several close cases and lets audience members judge for themselves as to whether the infringement should be
- [December 2012 Luncheon](https://copyrightsocietyofthesouth.com/event/december-2012-luncheon/) - TOPIC Copyright Law: 2012 In Review SPEAKER Stan Soocher, Esq. Stan Soocher is the long-time Editor-in-Chief of Entertainment Law & Finance. He is alsoa tenured Associate Professor of Music & Entertainment Industry Studies at the University of Colorado’s Denver Campus, as well as an entertainment attorney and award-winning journalist. In addition to the

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