Public Domain in 2025
Below are selected musical works entering the public domain in the U.S. in 2025. This selection features works in the OSU Libraries’ collections, plus works edited and/or performed by OSU community members. They illustrate the variety of music that can now be freely copied, shared, arranged, and performed. Check back throughout the year for new scores and audio recordings.
| Creator | Title | Scores & Media | Copyright registration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copland, Aaron | Vocalise | Score | © 10 Oct 1929; EF11121. Aaron Copland (A); Renewal 16 Oct. 1956; R179001 | |
| Dougherty, William A. | Fight On Ohio | Score | © 18 May 1929; E100868. William A. Dougherty (A); Renewal 21 May 1956; R171145 | |
| Head, Michael | Money, O! | Score | © 22 March 1929; EF3830. Michael Head (A); Renewal 24 Apr 1956; R169001 | |
| King, Karl | Franklin Post: March | Parts | © 5 Jan. 1929; EP2296. Karl L. King (A); Renewal 26 Oct. 1956; R179307 | |
