- 1. What does Copyright mean?
- 2. How can I get a license for a song you control?
- 3. Can I record using accompaniment tracks?
- 4. Who do we contact for permission to use artist recordings in our project i.e videos, CD compilations etc?
- 5. How do we seek permission to use accompaniment tracks and/or listening CD's that are produced by Word Music, LLC, Lillenas, LifeWay, or PraiseGathering?
- 6. What type of license do I need for internet streaming?
- 7. How long does the licensing process take?
- 8. What happens after I submit a request?
- 9. What is CCLI?
- 10. Can I buy products from you?
- 11. Can I add or change lyrics to a copyrighted song?
- 12. Can I "borrow" portions of a copyrighted song for one of my original songs?
- 13. Can I use a copyrighted song in a medley arrangement?
- 14. What if I can't find the song I am looking for on your web page?
- 15. Do we have to pay royalties before we sell our product?
- 16. What's wrong with websites like worshiparchive.com?
- 17. Can we play CD's before and after our church services?
- 18. Do we need a license to perform music in church?
- 19. Do you accept song submissions from writers?
- 20. Can I contact the writer of the song about adding or changing the lyrics or melody?
- 21. Why are some songs owned by multiple publishers?
- 22. Can I use the title of someone else's copyrighted song as the title of my recording?
- 23. Do I need permission to translate songs into other languages?
- 24. Can Music Services license me to use songs in other territories and countries?
- 25. How can I learn more about the music business?
- 26. How can I find out who owns a song?
- 27. Can I use your song on my web page?
- 28. We are a non-profit organization; do we have to pay royalties?
- 29. How do I know what type of license I need?
- 30. How do I know which publishers you represent?
- 31. Can I post lyrics and/or chord charts of your songs on my website?
- 32. Can I get permission from Music Services for all songs that are printed in WORD and Brentwood-Benson products?
- 33. What Is Your Refund Policy?
- 34. Do I need permission to create an arrangement or use an arrangement of a public domain work?
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