What are some tips for avoiding penalties when organizing commercial events with copyrighted musical works?
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When organizing a commercial event with copyrighted musical works, you can avoid penalties by obtaining the necessary licenses from copyright owners or their agents. This includes making sure to have a public performance license for the location of the event and confirming with each copyright owner that their material is in the hands of an authorized representative. Additionally, make sure any equipment being used has permission to play legally obtained content. Proper song crediting and attribution should also be completed in all promotional materials related to the event as per label recommendations and artist wishes. Lastly, check that all contracts associated with the event clearly detail who is responsible for obtaining required licenses or clearances from rights holders.
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What are some tips for avoiding penalties when organizing commercial events with copyrighted musical works?
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When organizing commercial events with copyrighted musical works, some tips for avoiding penalties include obtaining the proper licensing by contacting music rights organizations such as ASCAP, BMI or SESAC. The use of copyrighted works should be reviewed in advance and permissions obtained where necessary. It is important to provide proof that license agreements were obtained with these rights organizations when needed. Lastly, pay close attention to the parameters of the usage agreement to make sure all use meets limitations as specified by the owner of the copyrighted work.
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What are some tips for avoiding penalties when organizing commercial events with copyrighted musical works?