Copyright And Choreography Protection

Summary

Copyright protects the expression of an idea, not the idea itself. Altering a kata sequence might circumvent copyright if the new work is substantially different. Simply reversing or making minor changes may not be enough to avoid copyright infringement. Originality is key, and compiling common works uniquely might be protected. Creating a new work based on existing works can have its own copyright if sufficiently original. For specific situations, consulting a copyright lawyer is recommended.

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Choreography is exactly what the copyright covers. So if in a kata, you replace a front kick with a punch and present it as your own origianl work, or if you took all the moves in a kata and choregraph them backwards that is not new and origianl work is that essentially correct?
It sounds like you're exploring how altering a kata sequence might affect copyright protection. Here are some general points:
- Copyright protects the expression of an idea, not the idea itself.
- Substantial changes might create a new, original work.
- Simply reversing or minor changes may not be enough to circumvent copyright.
Would you like more guidance on copyright specifics or advice on another aspect of this issue?
No, that's good. What if the origianl work is produced from common works
When original work is produced from common works, here's what to consider regarding copyright:
- Originality: The work must have some original elements distinguishing it from common works.
- Compilation: If you compile common works in a unique way, it might be protected.
- Derivative Works: Creating a new work based on existing works can have its own copyright if sufficiently original.
If you have more questions about how this applies to your specific situation, feel free to ask!