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5/28/20 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 […]
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
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 […]
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 Aaron Janice Bane Kari Barnhart Kent Draughon Marghie Evans Sam Powers Christy Robinson Tim Wipperman Our officers for 2020 are: Chairman – Kent Draughon Vice Chair – […]
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 […]
Career Opportunity: Receptionist (ASCAP)
Job Title: Receptionist Department: Membership – ASCAP Location: Nashville Reports to: AVP, Nashville Job Overview: The Receptionist will be an important member of ASCAP’s Nashville Membership team. Acting as a representative of ASCAP, the Receptionist will be responsible for welcoming all visitors and directing them appropriately, often acting as the first point of contact (for […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bart Herbison Explains H.R. 1551 (The Music Modernization Act)
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 […]
