Deleting a folder named "Shared"

Hello...I have a folder named "Shared" that contains music(Where did it come from?)..I have the same music files in my "Music" folder...Can I delete the entire "Shared" folder without loosing the files since they already exist in my "Music" folder? I think I know the answer (yes) but I am just trying to make double sure before I delete some of my music that I really like...And by the way why do I have many of my music copied twice, in my "Music" folder and "Shared" folder?...Thanks for any insight...

If the iTunes music library was previously moved to the Shared folder, it will show up there as well as its normal location; this is sometimes done if the same iTunes library is set to be shared between multiple accounts. Before deleting this folder, check that the files aren't listed as aliases in the Finder by selecting one and chooing Get Info from the File menu, and checking the Advanced section of the iTunes preferences to find out where the music library is located.
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