Copyright for Churches

"APRA grants a voluntary exemption to certain performances of music by Churches (ie music used in worship services, weddings, funerals) however all other performances will require a licence from APRA."

"Churches, like all users of music, must be aware of their copyright repsonsibilities and make sure that they have the relevant licences in place, or have obtained permssion from the copyright owner to copy, record or play/perform musical works, lyrics and sound recordings. Music Copyright for Churches (1st Edition, 2001) is an excellent guide to copyright requirements for churches and the licences available from christian music licensing organisations..." [APRA].

Download Music Copyright for Churches from the APRA website below..

The APRA website has copyright information for churches.

For further information on copyright, contact the Uniting Church's legal office on 03 9251 5200.

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