[LM_NET] GEN: Copyright question

[cassl <lcass@MAIL.CONVAL.EDU>]

I'm stumped with a copyright question - I'm sure someone out there has
had a similar experience and can offer some guidance.

The music/band teacher has asked me for advice.  At an upcoming concert,
the band and chorus will perform music from "The Incredibles" - legally
procured, no photocopying,etc.  He would like to know if during parts of
the performance, could they flash some scenes from the movie of the same
name, on a screen.  They would not be showing the entire movie, just
scenes.

I'm pretty sure that if he were to show the entire movie, it would be a
violation of copyright and not fair use.  But since it's just a few
scenes, background to the performing going on, I'm unsure about it.

The performance will be in the gym, the students take band and chorus as
a class and participation in the concert is required as part of their
grade.  To me, I could interpret that as face-to-face teaching, but
since there will be an audience, I think that is where they might be in
trouble.

Any help would be appreciated!

Lesley Perkins
Librarian
ConVal High School
Peterborough NH 03458

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