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Tarif WR-San für Sanitäreinrichtungen
Tarif WR-SAN gültig ab 01.01.2026 Link Die Vergütungssätze gelten für Musikwiedergaben mittels Radio oder Tonträger in Sanitäranlagen (Tarif WR-San) Eine Sanitäranlage kann aus Damen-, Herren-,...
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Tariff information christmas markets
Wir Helfen gerne! Callback Angebot Wri unterstützdne Sie gerne Button Calculate individual price: Go to the GEMA price calculator Tariffs & costs Advice & consultations Press material Fictitious...
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Which rights do I assign to GEMA with the Deed of Assignment? You assign to us as a trustee all rights in your works you are currently entitled to and those accruing, devolving, redevolving to you...
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Your journey as a member
Whether you are a creator (composer/lyricist) or a music publisher: You want to earn money with your work and for this, you might want to check out our live calculator to make sure a GEMA...
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GEMA ehrt ByteFM und MDR KLASSIK mit dem Radiokulturpreis
Die GEMA vergibt den Radiokulturpreis an ByteFM in Hamburg und MDR KLASSIK in Leipzig. Beide Sender beeindrucken mit herausragender Programmgestaltung und einzigartiger Musikredaktion. Mit dem...
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Which are the most important usage categories?
Film performance rights and film synchronisation rights (to a limited extent) Statutory remuneration rights such as what is known as hardware levy and blank media levy (blank tape remuneration)...
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Which are the most important usage categories?
Film performance rights and film synchronisation rights (to a limited extent) Statutory remuneration rights such as what is known as hardware levy and blank media levy (blank tape remuneration)...
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Gastronomie
Paket Gastronomie S 24/7 Lieblingslieder abspielen Basis-Leistungen* Radio Audiostreaming/Tonträger (z. B. CD) TV Videostreaming/DVD ab 69,10 € mtl. Preis ermitteln Das Paket umfasst die...
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„Diesen Lagerfeuer-Effekt des Radios – das schafft kein Stream“
Hörfunk ist beliebt! Am „Tag des Radios“ am 13. Februar dreht sich alles um das unterhaltsame, informative und musikalische Medium. Auch der Radiokulturpreis der GEMA rückt einmal jährlich zwei...
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Tarif VR-MT-H
Tariff VR-MT-H category 2 - valid vom 1/1/2025 zur Vervielfältigung und Verbreitung von Werken des GEMA-Repertoires gem. dem Tarif VR-MT-H (Kategorie 1) bzw. VR-MT-H (Kategorie 2). Link So melden...
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Royalties
Our royalty pages provide an overview of all relevant topics relating to our royalty distribution. In addition to the distribution plan and distribution dates, you will find useful information on...
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Which rights do I assign to GEMA with the Deed of Assignment?
You assign to us as a trustee all rights in your works you are currently entitled to and those accruing, devolving, redevolving to you or otherwise acquired by you during the term of this Deed for...
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Types of use
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Using music on the internet
The licence fees go directly to the music creators Everything about how to register music on the internet Those who compose songs, write lyrics or publish music want to get fair pay. Just like...
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GEMA contacts for customer complaints
null GEMA contacts for customer complaints If you are a music user or a GEMA customer, you can find out here who to contact: for events, background music, sound recordings/carriers and internet.
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Audio and audio-visual media
This is how distribution works in For a long time, sound carriers were the only possible way of recording, reproducing and playing back music in various locations. In the area of audio and...
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KI im Generationenkonflikt: analog vs. digital
Papier und Bleistift versus Algorithmen: Die GEMA Mitglieder Felice Pedullá (Jahrgang 1958) und Annelie Schwarz (Jahrgang 1994) berichten über die Rolle der KI in ihrem Arbeitsalltag als...
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KI im Kreativprozess: zwischen Skepsis und Faszination
Ist das Kunst oder kann das weg? Komponist Enjott Schneider und Singer-Songwriterin Brenda Blitz über die Rolle von Künstliche Intelligenz im Kreativprozess. true brenda-blitz-enjott-schneider...
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Albert-Mangelsdorff-Preis 2025 geht an Lauren Newton
Die US-amerikanische und in Deutschland aktive Vokalistin Lauren Newton wird in diesem Jahr mit dem Albert-Mangelsdorff-Preis geehrt. Er ist die bedeutendste Auszeichnung für Jazzmusikerinnen- und...
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Financial year 2023: GEMA stays on success course with record results
The upswing in music events once again contributed to a strong annual result for GEMA, German society for musical performing and mechanical reproduction rights. Its total income increased by EUR 99...
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Which rights do I assign to GEMA with the Deed of Assignment?
You assign to us as a trustee all rights in your works you are currently entitled to and those accruing, devolving, redevolving to you or otherwise acquired by you during the term of this Deed for...
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Lust und Frust: die beliebtesten Hits zum Valentinstag
Am Valentinstag hängt für die einen der Himmel voller Geigen, andere würden lieber eine zertrümmern. Glaubt man unserer Liste der beliebtesten Songs im Radio zum Valentinstag 2022, sind es wohl...
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Can I upload several soundfiles for a GEMA work number?
You can upload all the different recordings for a work. Should the recordings only differ in duration, it is sufficient to upload the longest recording. Upload several sound files for a GEMA work...
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Auszeichnungen
Paul Abraham Preis Alles zum Paul Abraham Preis Wir lieben Musik, schätzen musikalische Vielfalt und machen uns für eine lebendige Musikkultur stark. Mit unseren Preisen möchten wir diejenigen...
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Von Love-Songs bis Karnevalsklassiker: Die meistgespielten Titel rund um den 14. Februar
2026-02-13 07:00 Ob große Gefühle oder ausgelassene Feierstimmung: Rund um den 14. Februar prägen sowohl romantische Pop-Hymnen als auch Karnevalsklassiker die Playlists im Radio und auf den Bühnen...
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Mit Musik Geld verdienen
Home Music creators Royalties Mit Musik Geld verdienen Ungefähre GEMA Vergütung pro Song ca. 9,50 € GEMA Vergütung gesamt: 190 € Unsere Band besteht aus mehreren Musiker/-innen. Wer enthält die...
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Spiel mir das Lied vom Erfolg: Drei Filmkomponistinnen, von denen wir noch viel hören werden
Wer in den letzten Wochen die ZDF-Serie „Der Schwarm“ nach dem Bestseller von Frank Schätzing gesehen hat, dem ist vielleicht die markante Filmmusik aufgefallen. Geschaffen hat sie eine der...
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Audiovisuelle Produktionen
In order to complete the works registration in our Online Portal, please click on the link regarding the works registration which was sent to you in your AV confirmation of receipt. All of the...
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Partner offers
An overview of our partner offers Are you looking for suitable online tools and opportunities to support you and your career? Would you like ticket discounts for trade fairs or would you like to...
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How are royalties for my works distributed and allocated in the physical music media sector?
Will I receive a work‑specific distribution even though no work numbers are provided during licensing? Yes. The prerequisite is that the works are registered in good time. Distribution is carried...
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Weihnachtshits
Scroll down Heading Example Ein deutscher Weihnachtsklassiker. Und der beste Song aller Zeiten. Viel Feierlichkeit und ein Notausgang Die Weihnachtssongs ragen in der Musikwelt hervor. Sie bilden...
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What is a soundfile?
A soundfile consists of: An audio file of your musical work (only 1 work per audio file, no voice over, no finished commercial) Metadata of the work and of the recording (work title, work number,...
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GEMA About the organization, careers & job vacancies, the task of GEMA and much more. Link What does it cost to use music in public? It depends how the music is used, whether live, in the...
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Stability in turbulent times: GEMA achieves strong result in financial year 2024
Economic stability, efficient operations and cultural responsibility: In a globally tense environment, GEMA achieved a compelling financial result in 2024. Total revenue rose to around EUR 1.33...
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Which price calculator do I use for music on audio recordings?
If you want to record music on (audio) recordings such as vinyl or CD, please use our price calculator in the Online Portal. The same applies for media products with mixed content such as cinema...
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Benefits of a GEMA Membership
Home Music creators Become a member Benefits of a GEMA Membership Insurance and workshops We offer insurances and workshops tailored for you as a member. Everyone, whether music creator or music...
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Valentinstagshits
Radio top-10 Viel Feierlichkeit und ein Notausgang Was hören eigentlich Verliebte? Sie hören die Englein singen. Wenn auch nur sprichwörtlich. Sie hören die Hochzeitsglocken läuten. Falls sie sich...
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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 various price calculators. Or you go to our overview page tariff overview...