Transferring/restoring music from iPhone to iTunes

I had a computer meltdown necessitating me getting an all new computer; no opportunity to de-authorize the old one. This is a work computer, and they do not backup itunes purchases, as per company policy. Unfortunately I never was able to back-up my itunes due to the CD burner having problems. But, all my tunes are on my iPhone and on my Shuffle. Today I tried to transfer them to the brand-spanking new computer.
I installed the latest iTunes - no problem.
I update the software on my iPhone - no problem.
I rebooted everything, just to be on safe side.
I authorized the new computer, providing email and credit card and name of first born - no problem.
I checked "transfer itunes to new computer" ... and synced...and waited.
Only to get an error message saying not all tunes could be located. Turns out NONE of them could be located. Not a single one! All have a next to them. They are all still on my iPhone.
How do I get them on to my new computer?

Thank you Carolyn; that was the first link I found before I started attempting the transfer. I followed it to the letter. And, it did not work. Hence, why I am posting my question.
Any other thoughts?

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