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What is the GEMA's income used for?
GEMA distributes all revenue, after deduction of administrative costs, to eligible domestic music authors and, via sister organisations, to foreign music authors. Revenue from rights under Section...
What is the GEMA's income used for?
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What does a GEMA membership cost?
false false There is a one-off admission fee to become a member. Creators pay €90.00 (plus 19% VAT; a total of €107.10), and music publishers pay €180.00 (plus 19% VAT; a total of €214.20). If...
What does a GEMA membership cost?
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Wie melde ich die Produktion eines Films oder einer Serie an?
Die Produktion eines Films oder einer Serie melden Sie über den Onlineservice „AV-Anmeldung“ im GEMA Onlineportal an. Die Anmeldung ist verpflichtend für alle Produktionen, in denen GEMA geschützte...
Wie melde ich die Produktion eines Films oder einer Serie an?
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I want to offer a cover version for download/streaming/sale. What do I need to consider?
First of all, check whether your track is a cover version or an arrangement (see below). For a cover version without a video, which you offer for download, streaming or on your own website, you...
I want to offer a cover version for download/streaming/sale. What do I need to consider?
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News
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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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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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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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?
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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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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 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....
How can I ensure my works are protected?
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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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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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Help centre
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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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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(I want to arrange a work.) What can I do if the author of the work is unknown?
To adapt a work lawfully, you must obtain the consent of the rights holders. You should therefore carry out research into composers, lyricists and performers before making an enquiry, using work...
(I want to arrange a work.) What can I do if the author of the work is unknown?
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How can I register, re-register or deregister editions?
As a GEMA member, you are currently unable to create, re-register or deregister editions directly via the online portal. This must be done by email via our specialist department. Here’s how to...
How can I register, re-register or deregister editions?
