Is it possible to import songs from an old apple id into the library on my new computer, but then use my own apple id from then on?

Okay so I'm about to start college and I just got my own macbook. Up until this point, I have been using my dad's apple ID for all my music and apps and stuff (on my other computers at home) but now that I got my own computer, I have my own apple ID as well, and I'd like to start using that ID from now on.
So my question is, is there a way for me to get my old music library (which was controlled by my dad's apple ID) onto my new mac, but from that point on, start using my own apple ID for purchases?
All I want from his ID is that library, because it's the music I have on my ipod and iphone. Once I have all that music on my new computer I want to be able to make purchases with my personal apple ID instead of his. Like I said, all I want is his library.
I'm not sure how to accomplish any of this... so if anyone could help me out that'd be great! I'm so confused.
Sorry if this was confusing lol I hope it makes sense

....... is there a way for me to get my old music library (which was controlled by my dad's apple ID) onto my new mac, but from that point on, start using my own apple ID for purchases?........
Yes, once the content is in iTunes on your computer, just click it to play and authorise your computer to play it by entering your Dad's ID and password.
Log into your own account and start purchasing your own content which will then be added to the existing content.

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