Education
- Upcoming events at a glance:
Webinars, workshops, creative sessions & special events - Become a pro and expand your knowledge of GEMA with our media library
Dates
Lights & Video DIY for Live Musicians with Cris Cosmo (in German language)
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Take your live concert to the next level! This concise webinar covers the following topics:
- What type of stage lighting is suitable for DIY live productions?
- What options are available for lighting control
- Which of these are suitable for my setup
and much more
Release Content from A to Z: Strategies for Reach and Relevance with Marcus Cremer (in German language)
Sync Licensing: What's new?
with Patrick Joest (in German language)
with Patrick Joest (in German language)
This webinar offers insights into the basics and advanced topics of sync licensing for music creators and publishers. It explores strategies and technologies.
Topics covered include:
- Repertoire management
- Access to gatekeepers
- Global markets
- Negotiation approaches
- Digital tools
Specials
A Love Song Beyond Words – Say It Without Saying It – A Love Song
THE SONG CHALLENGE IS NOW CLOSED AND ENTRIES ARE BEING JUDGED.
We will announce the winning track, as well as the runners-up in second and third place, in the GEMAplus newsletter at the end of April 2026.
Good luck to all participants!
TikTok for Musicians – An Introduction to the Platform with Lucas Gloe (in German language)
We’ll be introducing TikTok for Artists, the new Bulletin Board, Album Pre-Save, and the Add to Music app. This will be complemented by insights into current opportunities for music discovery, monetization, and fan engagement.
You’ll receive practical tips on how to effectively use TikTok in the music business and which developments are particularly relevant for labels, management, and artists.
Live Workshop: Successful Songwriting & Composition Across All Genres with Toni Berardi (in German language)
Which songwriting skills and tools help you write marketable songs during sessions and camps?
In this live workshop, Toni Berardi provides practical insights into lyrical and melodic tools and strategies for more efficient songwriting sessions.
This workshop will take place live on-site at the GEMA Head Office in Munich (Rosenheimer Str. 11, 81667 Munich). The meeting point is in the foyer.
Media Library
GEMA Basics
Key details about GEMA and membership: figures, data, facts, special features, important information and interesting facts
GEMA Basics (EN)
Key details about GEMA and membership: figures, data, facts, special features, important information and interesting facts
Work registration
A comprehensive guide: How it works, what you need to bear in mind, tips and tricks
GEMA Online Portal
Rating procedure
The assessment system and how it works. Useful information on how the assessment and old-age provision are calculated, as well as on the various assessment procedures.
Royalties for media libraries
About usage-based distribution for media libraries: An overview of all key topics relating to distribution in the media library sector (MED/MED VR).
Music in Film & Advertising
Everything you need to know about film and TV series music composition: registration, documentation, repertoire search, important information and tips
General Assembly Meeting
Everything you need to know about registration and proxy voting, plus all the details on the GEMA General Meeting
GEMA Basics
Die wichtigsten Details über die GEMA und rund um die Mitgliedschaft: Zahlen, Daten, Fakten, Specials, Wichtiges und Interessantes
GEMA Onlineportal
Mediathek
GEMA Basics
Die wichtigsten Details über die GEMA und rund umd die Mitgliedschaft: Zahlen, Daten, Fakten, Specials, Wichtiges und Interessantes
Musik in Film & Werbung
GEMA Onlineportal
Informationen über die verschiedenen Online Services im digitalen GEMA Onlineportal: (Kontakt)daten & Finanzen, Werkanmeldung, Repertoiresuche und vieles mehr!