To allow musicians to sell their music directly to consumers.

To grant permission for the use of copyrighted music in various media.

To regulate the prices of music products and services.

To provide financial support to music education programs.

The Copyright Office

The Harry Fox Agency

The American Society of Composers, Authors, and Publishers (ASCAP)

The Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI)

A mechanical license allows for the reproduction and distribution of music, while a synchronization license allows for the use of music in audiovisual works.

A mechanical license allows for the use of music in live performances, while a synchronization license allows for the use of music in recorded media.

A mechanical license allows for the use of music in printed publications, while a synchronization license allows for the use of music in electronic media.

A mechanical license allows for the use of music in commercial settings, while a synchronization license allows for the use of music in non-commercial settings.

9.1 cents per song

10.5 cents per song

12.5 cents per song

15.0 cents per song

To allow musicians to perform their music in public venues.

To allow businesses to play copyrighted music in their establishments.

To allow radio and television stations to broadcast copyrighted music.

To allow streaming services to offer copyrighted music to their subscribers.

A blanket license allows for the use of all copyrighted music in a particular medium, while a per-use license allows for the use of specific copyrighted works.

A blanket license allows for the use of copyrighted music in multiple media, while a per-use license allows for the use of copyrighted music in a single medium.

A blanket license allows for the use of copyrighted music for an unlimited period of time, while a per-use license allows for the use of copyrighted music for a specific period of time.

A blanket license allows for the use of copyrighted music in commercial settings, while a per-use license allows for the use of copyrighted music in non-commercial settings.

To collect and distribute royalties to songwriters, composers, and publishers.

To issue mechanical licenses and synchronization licenses.

To negotiate licensing agreements between music users and rights holders.

To advocate for the rights of musicians and music creators.

To allow music users to obtain a license to use copyrighted music without the permission of the copyright holder.

To set a maximum royalty rate for the use of copyrighted music.

To provide a mechanism for resolving disputes between music users and rights holders.

To create a public record of all music licenses that have been issued.

A master recording is the original recording of a song, while a composition is the underlying musical work.

A master recording is owned by the record label, while a composition is owned by the songwriter.

A master recording can be used to create multiple copies of a song, while a composition can only be used to create one copy of a song.

A master recording is typically longer than a composition.

To represent songwriters and composers in licensing negotiations.

To collect and distribute royalties to songwriters and composers.

To promote and market songs to potential licensees.

To provide legal advice to songwriters and composers.

A synchronization license allows for the use of copyrighted music in audiovisual works, while a master use license allows for the use of copyrighted music in sound recordings.

A synchronization license allows for the use of copyrighted music in live performances, while a master use license allows for the use of copyrighted music in recorded media.

A synchronization license allows for the use of copyrighted music in printed publications, while a master use license allows for the use of copyrighted music in electronic media.

A synchronization license allows for the use of copyrighted music in commercial settings, while a master use license allows for the use of copyrighted music in non-commercial settings.

To provide information about the music used in a film, television show, or other audiovisual work.

To document the terms of a music licensing agreement.

To track the royalties that are owed to songwriters, composers, and publishers.

To provide a record of all music licenses that have been issued.

A blanket license allows for the use of all copyrighted music in a particular medium, while a needle drop license allows for the use of specific copyrighted works.

A blanket license allows for the use of copyrighted music in multiple media, while a needle drop license allows for the use of copyrighted music in a single medium.

A blanket license allows for the use of copyrighted music for an unlimited period of time, while a needle drop license allows for the use of copyrighted music for a specific period of time.

A blanket license allows for the use of copyrighted music in commercial settings, while a needle drop license allows for the use of copyrighted music in non-commercial settings.

To select and license music for films, television shows, and other audiovisual works.

To negotiate the terms of music licensing agreements.

To provide legal advice to filmmakers and producers on music licensing issues.

To track the royalties that are owed to songwriters, composers, and publishers.