Public Performing Right
Granted by U.S. Copyright Law, the public performing right is the exclusive right of the copyright owner to authorize the performance or transmission of a copyrighted work in public.
Public Performance License
BMI issues licenses on behalf of the copyright owner or the copyright owner’s agent granting the right to perform the work in or transmit the work to the public.
Reproduction Right
Granted by U.S. Copyright Law, the reproduction right is the exclusive right of the copyright owner to authorize the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work, as in CDs, records, tapes, ringtones, permanent digital downloads, and interactive streams.
Mechanical Licenses
The Mechanical Licensing Collective administers blanket licenses on behalf of copyright owners to eligible streaming and download services (digital service providers or DSP’s) in the United States.
Synchronization License
Copyright owners, usually a music publisher, issues a synchronization license, usually to a producer or other visual media creator, granting the right to synchronize (“sync”) a musical composition to visual images on film or video (on film, tv shows, advertisem*nts, online videos, etc.).
Publisher information, including contact information for BMI affiliated publishers, is available through our online repertoire search.
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Let's delve into the concepts mentioned in the article:
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Public Performing Right: The public performing right, granted by U.S. Copyright Law, provides the copyright owner with the exclusive authority to authorize the public performance or transmission of a copyrighted work. This includes live performances, broadcasts, and any other public dissemination of the work.
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Public Performance License (PPL): BMI, or Broadcast Music, Inc., issues licenses on behalf of copyright owners or their agents. These licenses grant the right to perform the work in public or transmit it to the public. This ensures that artists and copyright holders are compensated for the use of their music in various public settings.
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Reproduction Right: The reproduction right, another exclusive right granted by U.S. Copyright Law, allows the copyright owner to authorize the reproduction of a copyrighted musical work. This encompasses a wide range of formats, including CDs, records, tapes, ringtones, permanent digital downloads, and interactive streams.
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Mechanical Licenses: The Mechanical Licensing Collective serves as an administrative body that facilitates blanket licenses on behalf of copyright owners. These licenses are granted to eligible streaming and download services (DSPs) in the United States. This ensures that digital service providers can legally reproduce and distribute copyrighted musical works.
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Synchronization License: Copyright owners, typically music publishers, issue synchronization licenses to producers or other visual media creators. This license grants the right to synchronize, or "sync," a musical composition with visual images on film or video. This is applicable in various mediums, including films, TV shows, advertisem*nts, and online videos.
Understanding these concepts is crucial for anyone involved in the music industry, as it ensures compliance with copyright laws and facilitates fair compensation for artists and copyright holders. For more detailed information or specific queries about publisher information and BMI-affiliated publishers, individuals can refer to the online repertoire search provided by BMI.
