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APRA and CISAC celebrate 100 years of protecting creators’ rights
2026-03-06 08:00 100 years on from when they were both formed on opposite sides of the globe on the principle that creative work carries economic value that must be recognised and protected, the...
APRA and CISAC celebrate 100 years of protecting creators’ rights
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Where is the data saved and where do the sound files go, once they have been approved?
Find out where a GEMA sound file goes after it has been approved for use. And where the data is stored. GEMA sound files: Where the data is stored The data is saved in a Google cloud platform. The...
Where is the data saved and where do the sound files go, once they have been approved?
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Can I upload several sound files or metadata in bulk or edit them all at once?
If you wish to upload several audio files, just select multiple files in your explorer and add the files via drag & drop. Alternatively, you can also select several files with the search function....
Can I upload several sound files or metadata in bulk or edit them all at once?
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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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Public broadcast
Are my sound files uploaded in the GEMA Soundfile Upload also available to SoundAware for the monitoring of ARD, ZDF and Deutschlandradio? Yes, all soundfiles uploaded in the GEMA Soundfile Upload...
Public broadcast
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Die GEMA veröffentlicht die zehn meistgespielten Songs des Münchner Oktoberfests 2025: Brenna Tuats Guat bleibt Wiesn-Hit Nummer 1
2026-09-14 08:00 Am 19. September öffnet das 191. Münchner Oktoberfest seine Pforten und mit ihm 16 Tage Blasmusik, Bierzelt-Pop und Alpenrock. Rechtzeitig zum Start veröffentlicht die GEMA die...
Die GEMA veröffentlicht die zehn meistgespielten Songs des Münchner Oktoberfests 2025: Brenna Tuats Guat bleibt Wiesn-Hit Nummer 1
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Which are the most important usage categories?
GEMA administers central copyright usage rights on behalf of its members, as set forth in the licensing agreement. Among the most important are: the right of public performance for live...
Which are the most important usage categories?
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Category M
Nowadays music is played in many public places – ranging from bars, cafés and restaurants to hair salons, supermarkets and retail shops. Even in waiting rooms, there is often background music...
Category M
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In which cases can I enter into a contract?
If you use music permanently, such as letting a radio play at a hairdresser’s or playing back music from a CD in a retail shop. Notify us of the music use. Best to do so in our Online Portal, and...
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Song Economy
Song DATA Welche Musik wird in Deutschland gehört? paragraph is a self-contained unit of a discourse in writing dealing with a particular point or idea. Paragraphs are usually an expected part of...
Song Economy
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GEMA lädt ins Münchner Werksviertel: Vielfältiges Rahmenprogramm zur Mitgliederversammlung 2025
Die jährliche Mitgliederversammlung der GEMA findet im Wechsel an den Standorten in Berlin und in München statt. Dieses Jahr wird für vier Tage im Münchner Werksviertel ein umfassendes Programm für...
GEMA lädt ins Münchner Werksviertel: Vielfältiges Rahmenprogramm zur Mitgliederversammlung 2025
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Ela Steinmetz erhält den LYRIKON für ihr Textschaffen
2026-05-07 15:00 Die GEMA-Stiftung verleiht in Kooperation mit Song e.V., dem Berufsverband Songwriting, den diesjährigen „LYRIKON. Preis für deutsche Textdichter*innen“ an Ela Steinmetz. Sie nahm...
Ela Steinmetz erhält den LYRIKON für ihr Textschaffen
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Musik als Wirtschaftsfaktor: Studie belegt Umsatzsteigerung durch Hintergrundmusik
Die im Auftrag der GEMA durchgeführte „Music Impact Studie” liefert erstmals einen wissenschaftlich fundierten Nachweis: Hintergrundmusik steigert den Umsatz im Einzelhandel um durchschnittlich 8...
Musik als Wirtschaftsfaktor: Studie belegt Umsatzsteigerung durch Hintergrundmusik
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When is it worth uploading a soundfile via the Online Portal?
false false As a general rule, please register your work with us and upload the corresponding soundfile using the Online Portal. The soundfile is rather essential if you expect that your...
When is it worth uploading a soundfile via the Online Portal?
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Why should I switch to the GEMA third-party liability insurance?
Why change to the GEMA third-party liability insurance Professional activities carried out are anchored in the insurance policy. Check the reasons why changing insurer is worth it for music...
Why should I switch to the GEMA third-party liability insurance?
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About GEMA
Musik anmelden
Your voice gets heard This is how you can help shape GEMA Zum Login Home About GEMA Musik anmelden Area for creators GEMAplus – the bonus programme Go to GEMAplus Zum Login By when do I have to...
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Landmark declaration signed live on stage at the CISAC General Assembly following emotional tribute from creators around the world
Creators from across the globe united in Paris today to issue a landmark declaration calling for the protection of human creativity as artificial intelligence rapidly transforms the cultural and...
Landmark declaration signed live on stage at the CISAC General Assembly following emotional tribute from creators around the world
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Company events
R Background music via the radio Tariff for background music in shop premises, offices or workshops (R) Link The most important GEMA tariffs for companies fs Background music via television Tariff...
Company events
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Election of delegates
Karin Dulau-Bartkowski More Information Close Karin Dulau-Bartkowski In welchem Bereich bin ich tätig? Mein Name ist Karin Dulau-Bartkowski. Ich bin Rechtsnachfolgerin von Manfred Dulau. Ich bin...
Election of delegates
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Hörfunk
Informationen für Hersteller von Werbespots Get help – quickly! If you need us, our help centre offers answers to your questions – it is quick and easy to use and accessible to you 24/7 – and there...
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