Terms of Service

The rules and guidelines for using MusicScene's educational resources.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Welcome to MusicScene. By accessing or using the website at musicscene.com.au (the “Site”), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.


1. Use of the Site

MusicScene provides guitar education content including song analysis, music theory lessons, gear guides, and practice tools (“Content”). The site is operated by an individual creator based in Australia. You may use the Site and its Content for your personal, non-commercial educational purposes.

You agree not to:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or republish Content without written permission.
  • Use the Site in any way that violates applicable local or international laws.
  • Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning or security of the Site.
  • Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to extract data without prior consent.
  • Misrepresent your identity or affiliation when contacting us.

2. Intellectual Property & Fair Dealing

The original educational Content on this Site (including text explanations, custom graphics, fretboard diagrams, tutorial structure, and site design) is the property of MusicScene.

Under the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth) of Australia, we utilize principles of “fair dealing” for the purpose of research and study, criticism, and review. Song titles, artist names, album names, and snippet musical notations referenced in our educational content remain the property of their respective owners. MusicScene provides educational analysis and critical commentary, and does not reproduce complete, licensed sheet music works.

3. Educational Disclaimer

The Content on this Site is provided for educational and informational purposes only. While we strive for high accuracy in our song analysis, theory explanations, and technique tutorials, we make no guarantees regarding your progression as a musician. Guitar playing relies heavily on individual practice and physical conditioning.

If you suffer discomfort or pain while practicing techniques shown on the Site, stop immediately. We are not liable for any physical injuries resulting from practice.

4. Affiliate Links & Advertising

The Site contains affiliate links, notably to Amazon.com.au. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Our participation in the Amazon Associates program helps keep our core educational content free. Review our Affiliate Disclosure for full details.

Additionally, the Site displays third-party advertisements (such as Google AdSense). We do not directly endorse the products or services shown in dynamically generated advertisements, nor are we responsible for the terms and privacy practices of those third-party advertisers.

5. User Submissions

If you submit feedback, suggestions, or other communications to us (via the contact form or email), you grant MusicScene a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use such submissions for the purpose of improving the Site and its Content.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Australian law, MusicScene and its creator shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the Site, including but not limited to:

  • Errors, delays, or inaccuracies in the Content.
  • Personal injury or property damage related to your implementation of the Site's educational material.
  • Unauthorized access to our systems or your data.
  • Issues arising from external products or services purchased through affiliate links.

7. Disclaimer of Warranties

The Site is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis. MusicScene makes no warranties, express or implied—including statutory consumer guarantees where exclusion is permitted—regarding the Site's operation, availability, or the absolute technical precision of its musical transcriptions.

8. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Australia, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms will be brought exclusively in the courts located in Australia.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please reach out to us via our Contact page.