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Posted by Richard Crowley on 10/24/07 12:54
"Bill" wrote...
> Richard Crowley wrote:
>> "Bill" wrote ...
>>>You're right-- they are covered by CMRRA, which has a website that is
>>>consirably more obtuse than Socan's. (In retrospect, I'm surprised
>>>the woman I talked to didn't immediately refer me to CMRRA.)
>>>
>>>I called the CMRRA and got voicemail, and asked to speak to someone
>>>regarding a copyright issue pertaining to dance recitals and
>>>weddings. I hope I hear back soon.
>>>
>>>I think the SOCAN website could be a model for how mechanical rights
>>>could be handled more simply and comprehensively by a single entity,
>>>but, alas, I seriously doubt it well ever come to pass.
>>
>> *Mechanical* license in the USA *IS* handled by a simple web-
>> based form and online payment via the Harry Fox website. (At
>> least for up to 2500 copies). Thanks to the compulsory statutory
>> rate. http://www.harryfox.com
>
> Am I correct to presume a wedding or dance recital would require the
> "sync license"?
Exactly.
"Mechanical" = audio only = CD, cassette, LP, MP3, etc.
"Synchronization" = audio combined with image = film or video
>> OTOH, *sync license* in the USA is negotiated case-by-case
>> since there is no compulsory rate. And the general experience
>> is that it is impractical for most productions. Hence, the vigorous
>> market for "production music".
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