Starshine Music
Copyright and Performing Licences
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 | Christian Copyright Licensing (Europe) Ltd is the UK's major licensing body for the reproduction of hymns and songs used in acts of collective worship during assemblies. CCLI can license your school to reproduce the lyrics and music of many thousands of songs by hand, type, computer storage and photocopying for use on overhead projector acetates, song sheets and so on. CCLI, Chantry House, 22 Upperton Road, Eastbourne BN21 1BF tel. 01323 417711 fax: 01323 417722 www.ccli.co.uk |
 | PRS is the UK association of composers and publishers of music. It licenses the extra-curricular use of copyright music on school premises, including PTA events and use by hirers. PRS, 29/33 Berners St, London W1P 4AA tel. 01 494 473014 www.prs.co.uk |
 | The Copyright Licensing Agency licenses the photocopying of extracts from books, journals and magazines. CLA Ltd, 90 Tottenham Court Road, London W1P 0LP tel. 020 7631 5555 www.cla.co.uk |
 | Phonographic Performance Ltd represents the UK record industry, licensing the use of sound recordings (CD's, tapes, discs etc.) on behalf of record companies and performers. PPL, 1 Upper James Street, London W1R 3GH tel. 020 7534 1155 http://www.ppluk.com/ |
 | A licence must be obtained from the relevant publisher to photocopy sheet music or to perform a musical. Contact MPA for information about music publishers. MPA, 3rd Floor, Strandgate, 18/20 York Buildings, London, WC2N 6JU tel. 020 7839 7779 fax: 020 7839 7776 email: info@mpaonline.org.uk http://test.starshine.co.uk/admin/www.mpaonline.org.uk |
 | The Educational Recording Agency licenses designated educational establishments to record radio and television broadcast and cable programmes for educational purposes. ERA Ltd, New Premier House, 150 Southampton Row, London WC1B 5AL tel. 020 7837 3222 www.era.org.uk |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Do we have to pay a licence fee if we have a PRS and/or CCL licence? | Yes. 'Block' licences which your school/group/LEA may have do not cover performances of musicals, licences for which are only available from publishers. Performing Starshine musicals without permission from Starshine Music is illegal. |
| Can we charge for tickets? | Schools are allowed to make a ticket charge or ask for donations in order to cover the cost of putting on productions or concerts. This includes costs of materials, licence costs, costumes, props, programmes etc. |
| Do we have to pay a licence fee even if we allow free admission? | Yes. The writers are entitled to receive a fee for use of their work whether admission is charged or not. |
| Do we have to pay a licence fee as we make a collection but donate it to a charity? | Yes. The writers are still entitled to receive a fee for use of their work even if a charitable donation is made. |
| Do we need a licence for our dress rehearsal? | No. - Starshine Music does not charge for dress rehearsals. |
| What about videoing and/or sound recordings? | small licence fee is charged depending on the number of recordings made. |
| How do I find out how much a licence will cost? | You may request a quote online by:- a) completing the form at Performing Licence Application Form. b) you may print the form and send it to us or c) telephone us at 01323 764334 |
| How do I apply for a performing licence? | You may apply online by:- a) completing the form at Performing Licence Application Form. b) you may print the form and send/fax it to us, c) telephone us at 01323 764334 or d) complete the application form in the Director's score and send/fax to us. |
| Where can I find out more about copyright and licensing? | at-a-glance guide to licensing |