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The p-in-a-circle is the copyright notice for "phonorecords" of sound recordings; the recording itself as opposed to the underlying music or lyrical composition. This symbol shows that you are claiming copyright of the sound recording - i.e. the recorded version of that particular song. Correct use of the symbol for sound recordings is:
2006 COPYRIGHT OWNER'S NAME. All Rights Reserved.
- Introduction
- Exclusive Rights
- Musical Compositions & Sound Recordings
- Music & Recordings - One Application
- Many Songs - One Application
- Separate Registrations
- Who Can Register
- Joint Works
- Registration by a Band
- The Band's Demo
- The Band's Name
- Pseudonyms & Stage Names
- Sampling
- Cover Songs
- Music Copyright Notice
- The © Copyright Notice
- The Symbol
- The ® Trademark Notice
- Compilations of Musical Works
- Derivative Sound Recordings
- Performance Rights
- Mechanical Rights
- Compulsory Licenses
- Synchronization Licenses
- Your Music Online
- Digital Performance Right in Sound Recordings Act (DPRA)
- Benefits of Copyright Registration
- Copyright Deposit or Date Stamp
- Copyright Infringement
- Non-Infringing Use
