The basics of music copyright issues Return to News The basics of music copyright issues Monday, March 9, 2015 - 6:55pm In response to several questions about recordings, here is some basic information on music copyright issues. More detailed questions about any use of Jean-Luc's music should be submitted to this website. Performing Performing musical compositions already recorded is OK and legal, whether by professionals or non-professionals, as long as proper credit is mentioned, especially if performed for radio or TV. Recording Recording an existing composition requires a written authorization from the music publisher who administrates that composition on behalf of the writer/composer. Usage Using a recording (other than for personal enjoyment, i.e., not for commercial purposes and/or not shared by a form of mass media such as YouTube) requires an authorization from (1) the owner of the musical work (composer) represented by a music publishing company, and (2) the copyright owner of the recording itself, such as record labels like Warner, Sony, etc.. - JLP Management News & Updates Concert Dates Recordings Photo Gallery Videos Message Board Biography Equipment Contact Home Copyright © 2009-2014 JLP Productions, Inc. Français