Making separate iTunes accounts without losing previously bought music

I used my Mom's account to buy songs off of iTunes for the last few years but now my Mom doesn't want me to use her iTunes giftcard to buy my songs anymore. Is there anyway I can create my own separate iTunes account that I can download my own music to WITHOUT losing the previous songs I bought under hers?
Thanks

Yes, you need to authorize the PC for both accounts. That means signing in and out of the itunes store with both accounts.
itunes menu > Store > Sign Out
Just make sure you are signed into your account when you buy stuff.
If you ever switch PCs, you will need to authorize both accounts again.

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