"Intellectual Property in Music," National Sawdust

On October 15, Partner Andy Bart presented a seminar in music business fundamentals as part of the New Works Composer Sessions for National Sawdust, a non-profit performing arts organization and music venue in Brooklyn, New York. During the live-streamed presentation, Mr. Bart discussed how compositions can be exploited and what licenses are required for each type of exploitation. He examined how the landscape is evolving rapidly as a result of changes in the law and the impact of COVID-19 – particularly the inability to present live concerts and the dramatic increase of streamed performances. After exploring the core legal and business elements of the music industry, Mr. Bart answered questions about digital rights, co-ownership and fair use issues and other IP topics from the winners of National Sawdust’s New Works Commission – a mentorship program for emerging composers to develop both their musical and entrepreneurial skills. To watch the full presentation, please click here.

"Intellectual Property in Music," National Sawdust

On October 15, Partner Andy Bart presented a seminar in music business fundamentals as part of the New Works Composer Sessions for National Sawdust, a non-profit performing arts organization and music venue in Brooklyn, New York. During the live-streamed presentation, Mr. Bart discussed how compositions can be exploited and what licenses are required for each type of exploitation. He examined how the landscape is evolving rapidly as a result of changes in the law and the impact of COVID-19 – particularly the inability to present live concerts and the dramatic increase of streamed performances. After exploring the core legal and business elements of the music industry, Mr. Bart answered questions about digital rights, co-ownership and fair use issues and other IP topics from the winners of National Sawdust’s New Works Commission – a mentorship program for emerging composers to develop both their musical and entrepreneurial skills. To watch the full presentation, please click here.

News and Insights

Event

Associate Steven Arango to Speak at the Veterans' Legal Career Fair

On September 18, Associate Steven Arango will speak on a panel at the Veterans' Legal Career Fair (VLCF), the only legal career fair in the United States dedicated to veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses.

September 18, 2026

Publications

In American Banker, Partner Laurel Loomis Rimon Weighs in on OCC's Handling of Fintech Bank Charter Applications

Partner Laurel Loomis Rimon spoke with American Banker about how the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is approaching bank charter applications from fintechs, amid a growing wave of companies seeking charters from federal regulators.

August 18, 2026

Event

Partner David Greenwald to Speak at PLI Program on Privilege and AI

On August 17, David Greenwald will speak at "Fitting New “Tech” Into the Attorney-Client Privilege and Work Product Protection," a virtual program hosted by the Practising Law Institute (PLI).

August 17, 2026