PRS for Music has returned to Bermuda to highlight the importance of copyright and the need for businesses that use music to have a licence.
Businesses that play music must attain a legal licence because of Copyright Law. Subsequently, PRS for Music collect the royalties in order for songwriters to earn a living through their own music.
PRS for Music affiliates spoke to businesses in Bermuda on the importance of becoming licensed as a way of maintaining the music industry. In addition to this, affiliates were also raising awareness as to how music can help increase staff morale and boost sales.
Karen Buse, international director at PRS for Music, said: ‘Music is the lifeblood of our PRS for Music songwriters, composers and publishers members. Without royalty payments they would be unable to continue making the songs that millions of customers and staff enjoy.
‘Our music licence is easy to obtain - like paying your water or gas bill - and makes the use of music legitimate. We have a long standing relationship with Bermuda and it is one that we are excited to continue and grow.’
The organisation is currently in contact with the Registrar General, Consumer Affairs, Bermuda Small Business Development Corporation and Bermuda Chamber of Commerce departments in order for information about music licensing to reach these businesses.
Furthermore, the renowned John Lennon Tribute Concert, which PRS for Music supports, will be taking place in Bermuda in September – the event promotes a plethora of respected figures in the music industry.
Visit www.prsformusic.com/bermuda for more information on Bermuda.
Words: Hannah Kane
Businesses that play music must attain a legal licence because of Copyright Law. Subsequently, PRS for Music collect the royalties in order for songwriters to earn a living through their own music.
PRS for Music affiliates spoke to businesses in Bermuda on the importance of becoming licensed as a way of maintaining the music industry. In addition to this, affiliates were also raising awareness as to how music can help increase staff morale and boost sales.
Karen Buse, international director at PRS for Music, said: ‘Music is the lifeblood of our PRS for Music songwriters, composers and publishers members. Without royalty payments they would be unable to continue making the songs that millions of customers and staff enjoy.
‘Our music licence is easy to obtain - like paying your water or gas bill - and makes the use of music legitimate. We have a long standing relationship with Bermuda and it is one that we are excited to continue and grow.’
The organisation is currently in contact with the Registrar General, Consumer Affairs, Bermuda Small Business Development Corporation and Bermuda Chamber of Commerce departments in order for information about music licensing to reach these businesses.
Furthermore, the renowned John Lennon Tribute Concert, which PRS for Music supports, will be taking place in Bermuda in September – the event promotes a plethora of respected figures in the music industry.
Visit www.prsformusic.com/bermuda for more information on Bermuda.
Words: Hannah Kane
