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Which insurance solutions does GEMA offer its members?
false false Based on our experience, insurances were structured for exactly those areas that are of importance to music creators. Depending on the respective needs, they can be customised to...
Which insurance solutions does GEMA offer its members?
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When does GEMA membership make sense for me?
We always look forward to welcoming new members. Find out here whether a membership makes economic sense for you. When a GEMA membership makes sense false false We always look forward to...
When does GEMA membership make sense for me?
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When will the next distribution for physical music media (audio and audio-visual media) take place?
false false We expect to announce the next distribution date for MT VR and GT VR in spring 2026.
When will the next distribution for physical music media (audio and audio-visual media) take place?
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Who chooses the winners?
false false The winners will be selected by the respective event promoters. If it is a showcase at GEMA (such as the Long Night of Music), the winner will be selected via an internal vote by all...
Who chooses the winners?
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SoundAware übernimmt Monitoring im öffentlich-rechtlichen Rundfunk
SoundAware greift bei seiner Musikerkennung unter anderem auf die GEMA Soundfile Datenbank zurück. Fehlende Soundfiles können dazu führen, dass sich die Ausschüttung verzögert oder Tantiemen nicht...
SoundAware übernimmt Monitoring im öffentlich-rechtlichen Rundfunk
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About GEMA
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Kathrin Denner In welchem Bereich bin ich tätig? Ich bin Safi: Komponistin, Texterin, Sängerin, Musikerin, schreibe PostPunk/Avantgarde (Rock-Pop) für Drums, Elektro, E-Gitarren, vor allem...
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How are collections from rights management distributed?
false false As a member, the income collected from issued licences are allocated to you on the basis of the GEMA distribution plan. The distribution plan governs the allocation ratios (splits)...
How are collections from rights management distributed?
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How are collections from rights management distributed?
As a member, the income collected from issued licences are allocated to you on the basis of the GEMA distribution plan. The distribution plan governs the allocation ratios (splits) between...
How are collections from rights management distributed?
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How can I ensure my works are protected?
Thanks to the German Copyright Act, your works are automatically protected. You do not have to do anything for the protection of your works. Here are some specifics. You do not need to do anything....
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Can I continue to use the Online Portal in future without the 2FA method?
Can I continue to use the Online Portal in future without the 2FA method? false false As a GEMA member and/or employee of a sister society/organisation, using the two-factor authentication method...
Can I continue to use the Online Portal in future without the 2FA method?
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What is a permanent licence and what is an individual licence?
false false We no longer use either term. Just to be clear though: A permanent licence means a contract. Music is used here over a longer period of time. An individual licence relates to...
What is a permanent licence and what is an individual licence?
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Why do we speak about GEMA members?
Because we are an association. More specifically, we have the legal form of an economic association by virtue of state conferral pursuant to section 22 of the German Civil Code (BGB). We consist of...
Why do we speak about GEMA members?
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Why do we speak about GEMA members?
Because we are an association. More specifically, we have the legal form of an economic association by virtue of state conferral pursuant to section 22 of the German Civil Code (BGB). We consist of...
Why do we speak about GEMA members?
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Which other collective management organisations does GEMA have a relationship with?
GEMA and other collective management organisations false false We have concluded so-called representation agreements with other organisations. An overview of our agreements (as at: 1 June 2016)...
Which other collective management organisations does GEMA have a relationship with?
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Was versteht man unter einer Edition?
Eine Edition ist unter dem Dach eines Musikverlags angesiedelt. Der Musikverlag kann unter einer Edition Teile seines Verlagsrepertoires nach außen vertreten. Eine eigene Kontonummer bietet die...
Was versteht man unter einer Edition?
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I have moved. Why can I not simply take my contract with me?
I have moved. Do I not take the GEMA contract with me? The music use is always linked to a fixed location. When you move, you get a new contract. If you have any questions, you can contact GEMA....
I have moved. Why can I not simply take my contract with me?
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About GEMA
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TEXTDICHTER Heiko Benjes More Information Close TEXTDICHTER Heiko Benjes In welchem Bereich bin ich tätig? Sänger (Bass) in zwei a cappella Formationen aus Ansbach bzw. Berlin, für beide als Texter...
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How do I know which tariff is the right one?
You have two options to determine this: You can either use our price calculator Or you go to our overview page tariff overview. In the left column you can see the type of music use, on the right,...
How do I know which tariff is the right one?
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Can I become a creator or publisher member of several collective management organisations (for music) in the world at the same time?
Yes, that is possible in principle. The requirement for this is that your membership does not overlap in terms of territories, rights and period of representation. Do you want to be a member in...
Can I become a creator or publisher member of several collective management organisations (for music) in the world at the same time?
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Can I become a creator or publisher member of several collective management organisations (for music) in the world at the same time?
Member in several collective management organisations Do you want to be a member in several collective management organisations? In general, this is possible. Find out more about the requirements....
Can I become a creator or publisher member of several collective management organisations (for music) in the world at the same time?
