Sharing Music between two Apple IDs

My son is buying and iphone for the first time today. The problem is that he has fill his old ipod with music he purchased using my Apple ID. Is there a way to share the iTunes music between both IDs? Can I duplicate the itunes music folder so that his ID has it own music and my would continue to have all of my music? Any assistance would be great.
I have seen some articles, but unsure if they will accomplish this task. Thanks!

Yes. Read:
Family Sharing - Apple Support
Sharing purchased content with Family Sharing - Apple Support
Family Sharing and Apple IDs for kids - Apple Support
Start or join a family group using Family Sharing - Apple Support
iCloud: Family Sharing
OS X Yosemite: What is Family Sharing?

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