6 Myths About Copyrights That Put Your Church At Risk - CCS Fact Sheet

Music performance rights represent a fairly simple concept, but one that is often misunderstood by churches. Myths often spread when there are misunderstandings, so this report focuses on identifying six common myths in regard to the performance rights for songs and music in the context of church activities. This FREE CopyrightSolver guide will address the following six myths:

1. I need a performance license to play secular music in service.
2. Churches are exempt from performance licensing.
3. The religious service exemption allows me to broadcast my church's performances.
4. My CCLI license provides performance licenses.
5. My church does not perform music outside of services.
6. PRO (Performance) licenses are difficult and expensive to obtain.

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