Posted by Bill on 10/24/07 12:46

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"?

> 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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