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What's it all about?

1. What is CPDL anyway?
2. How long has CPDL been around?
3. So who runs the site?
4. Is it really free?
5. So if it's free for me, who pays for it?
6. How many scores are there?
7. Can I make copies for my choir?
8. What else can I do with scores from CPDL?

How do I download scores?

1. How do I search for a score?
2. What software do I need?
3. What if I can't find what I'm looking for?

How can I contribute?

1. How can I post my own scores?
2. How can I correct an error I've spotted?
3. What else can I help with?
4. How can I make a donation?
5. Where can I discuss CPDL with other users?

What about copyright?

1. Are all CPDL scores legal?
2. What copyright rules apply to CPDL content?
3. Do all CPDL scores have the same copyright?
4. When does music enter the public domain?
5. How can you tell if something is in the public domain?
6. Can modern editions of public domain music be copyrighted?