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Hey there! Big news for non-profit clubs in Thuringia! They'll be able to play copyrighted tunes at their events without paying any Gema licensing fees until the end of 2027, thanks to a fresh contract with the society.
The Thuringian State Chancellery announced this update on May 1. The initial term of the agreement is until the end of 2027, with a hefty sum of 200,000 euros for Gema fees in 2025 for these volunteer clubs. That's followed by a bump to 300,000 euros for subsequent years. The support covers up to four events annually.
Now, you're probably wondering, what on earth is Gema, right? Well, it’s a trustee for music creators, and they handle the purchase of rights for public music use, thoughtfully guiding license fees to over 80,000 composers, lyricists, and music publishers in Germany and more than a million rights holders abroad. So, it's essential to license any music you play out loud and proud in public spaces.
But wait, there's a catch! Businesses paying for tunes in public spots will still need to cover the Gema fees.
As ever, it's a good idea to check the exact Gema fees for your events directly with them, as the costs can vary depending on factors like event type and crowd size. And for up-to-date funding details for non-profit clubs in Thuringia beyond 2025, your best bet is to reach out to the local cultural departments or government agencies in Thuringia. Happy hosting!
- The new contract between the Thuringian State Chancellery and Gema exempts non-profit clubs from paying employment policy-related Gema licensing fees for playing copyrighted tunes at their events until the end of 2027.
- In 2025, the Thuringian State Chancellery will allocate 200,000 euros to cover Gema fees for volunteer clubs hosting up to four events annually.
- For subsequent years, the allocation is expected to increase to 300,000 euros, as stated in the current employment policy and employment policy.
- While non-profit clubs are exempt, businesses paying for tunes in public spaces will still need to adhere to Gema licensing regulations, as they handle the purchase of rights for public music use on behalf of over 80,000 composers, lyricists, and music publishers in Germany and over a million rights holders abroad.
- For up-to-date funding details for non-profit clubs in Thuringia beyond 2025, it's best to reach out to the local cultural departments or government agencies in Thuringia, ensuring compliance with the community policy and any changes in business, entertainment, and music-related financing.
