Consent Decree History

Three major performing rights organizations exist in the United States: the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (“ASCAP”); Broadcast Music, Inc. (“BMI”); and SESAC, Inc.

Both the radio and records have had significant impact on the development on rock n’ roll. Similarly, the radio and records gave musical artists an extended ability to stretch their audiences. Strongly intertwined, while they both gave listeners the ability to find artists they like, there are some clear differences between each the developments of the radio and that of records. In the years prior, the music industry was built on the “Tin Pan Alley” system that strictly controlled musicians and popular music (Schloss, Starr, and Waterman, p. 2-7). And much like the spirit of rock n’ roll itself, people within the industry eventually grew tired of conformity and no longer felt the need to follow the rules. Radio stations started forming separate licensing companies (BMI), which allowed them to play what they want (Schloss, Starr, and Waterman, p. 7). With an “open door” policy that allowed broadcasters to play music they wanted, radio stations had the important job of sharing a variety of music that could be heard all across the country. The radio began to function as a way of transporting records and genres of music all over the country from the traditional cultures they formed, which includes R&B, blues, and country. This reshaped the music industry by expanding its reach to new audiences. This, “allowed songwriters working outside of mainstream pop to claim royalties on the use of their songs on broadcasted

Throughout history sound has been used to help convey a story. As early as the 1900’s, without today’s technology, movies would often be accompanied by a soundtrack played on a piano or record players. In 1927 The Jazz singer was released, a warner bros movie that featured music and dialog on the actual filmstrip. This film is

A Consent Decree is characterized as an assention between at least two gatherings that are submitted to a court by composing. Consent of Decree turns out to be lawfully authoritative after it has been affirmed by a judge. The reason for Consent of Decree is to upgrade respectability inside the police division and forestall conduct that denies people their rights, advantages or resistances that are ensured by the constitution of the United States. The Consent of Decree goes on for at least five years and inside this time the police division must agree to the arrangements of the announcement to the last

There went from being one major performing rights organization to becoming three major organizations. With the change from one to three organizations the way that the licensing process was occurring changed. It went from songwriters and publishers having no choice but to sing with ASCAP to having the ability to choose between either ASCAP or BMI or if invited SESAC to choose which organization would be best for them. Along with the copyright owners being effected, the different performance spaces were also affected. They now not only have to purchase licenses from one organization to not have any problems with music that they are playing but instead they have to purchase three different

The soccer ball dropped, lifeless and alone on the field. Emily is a sixteen-year-old soccer phenom that had recently been diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma. Her dream to play collegiate soccer was tarnished by the dire news. Although medical knowledge has progressed to the point that this form of cancer is curable with today’s treatment, even if Emily desired treatment she has no option of choosing her treatment due to the American legal system (“Can Cancer”). In the American legal system, the age of maturity is eighteen; therefore, parent or guardian consent is required to begin any medical treatment (Parsapoor). Her parents refused to sign the consent form to start the treatment on account of their religion in believing that god will cure

Kimberley Gilles spoke regarding consent agenda item 13.8. She thanked the Board for approving the new books as she is excited to teach the new course.

     Since the dawn of musical expression, there have been people trying to stop or hinder the constitutional right to listen and enjoy

Tin Pan Alley made its business of sheet music in their early years and with that made profit off each client, every time a copy of the song was sold. As Records began to become popular we begin to see more complex copyright agreements coming into play. On February 13th 1914, a group of well-known, creative music creators found ASCAP: The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers . The group's goal was to license and distribute earnings to artists as well as protect all rights to the creator and owner of the song.

The client 's right to give informed consent American Counsel Association (ACA) B.5b. state “Counselors inform parents and legal guardians about the role of counselors and the confidential nature of the counseling relationship, consistent with current legal and custodial arrangements” (p.7). 27-65-103

When divorce process starts, you may quickly realize it is more complex than simply signing papers and coming into the next stage of your life. It also involves the partition of assets or property- which is often baffling and argumentative. The partition of assets and properties typically needs legal skills to understand agreements and possession. Experienced divorce attorneys are skilled at perfectly and effectively settling these conflicts.

The ways in which intellectual property has been exploited through public performance over the past 50 years have significantly changed. During the 1960s, the BBC monopolized the radio industry with national and regional programs, until the emergence of offshore pirate radio. This caused the BBC to rename its stations and reintroduce local radio in order to counter the success of the illegal stations. 1973 introduced commercial radio, which saw a large increase of stations and shows available. This had a big impact on music publishing companies, as they could access a much wider audience through the larger range of outlets to exploit their songs, and subsequently receive performance royalties. Radio expansion has increased throughout the years with the introduction of DAB radio, and internet radio stations.

The musical film has always held a special place for me. From my time as a drama student in high school, my eyes have been opened to the amazing world of the musical and especially the musical film. The musical film is a film genre in which the characters sing songs that are integrated into the overall story. Since musicals first began in theaters, musical films usually contain similar elements. These elements often simulate that there is a live audience watching. In a sense, the film viewers become the audience members, at a theater production, as the actor performs directly to them. Due to the popularity of musicals in the theater, the style was quickly brought over into film. In 1927, the musical film genre began

A musical film is a genre of movie where songs sung by characters are added into the storyline, occasionally complemented by choreography. The musical numbers in these films do not always develop the plot and characters, but they do give the films a more exciting quality. The primary difference between musical theatre and film musicals is the use of extravagant scenery that would be extraordinarily unreasonable for a stage performance. While making movies, the individuals involved have the luxury of being able to shoot multiple takes and have the time to move backgrounds around or change their entire location. Stage performances, on the other hand, must have scenery that can be easily and efficiently moved on and offstage when it is needed. In order to be able to thoroughly comprehend this relatively recent- in the grand scheme of things- form of entertainment, one should understand the history behind these musical films, be aware of some of the “big names” that are well-known, and recognize major titles that revolutionized musical film forever (Scaruffi, P., 2005).

For my observation, I chose to observe a civil case that had to do with a divorce. I did some research on the cases, and chose one that was similar to an experience I went through. My parents are currently separated, and my father simply refused to pay child support. He lives outside of the state, so it was hard for my mother to have face to face confrontation with him. She got tired of raising three kids on her own, and finally decided to take him to court. I was required to serve as a witness. This took place in 2009, so I was thirteen years old and didn’t really understand much of what was going on. I timidly walked to the stand and was sworn in. I then answered the questions the attorney asked me.