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1. Parties: Identification of the Author/Composer and the Publisher with full legal names and addresses
2. Background: Context of the agreement, including brief description of the musical work(s) and the parties' intentions
3. Definitions: Definitions of key terms including 'Musical Works', 'Publishing Rights', 'Territory', 'Net Income', and other relevant terms
4. Grant of Rights: Detailed specification of rights transferred to the publisher, including reproduction, distribution, and adaptation rights under UrhG
5. Term and Territory: Duration of the agreement and geographical scope of the rights granted
6. Publisher's Obligations: Publisher's duties including promotion, exploitation, and administration of the works
7. Composer's Obligations: Composer's warranties, commitments, and ongoing obligations
8. Compensation: Royalty rates, advances, and payment terms including GEMA distribution
9. Accounting and Auditing: Requirements for financial reporting, payment schedules, and audit rights
10. Copyright Protection: Obligations regarding copyright registration and protection of the works
11. Termination: Conditions and procedures for termination of the agreement
12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: Specification of German law application and jurisdiction for disputes
1. Sub-Publishing: Terms for international sub-publishing arrangements, used when international exploitation is anticipated
2. Minimum Commitment: Specific requirements for minimum number of works or compositions, used for multi-work agreements
3. Synchronization Rights: Specific provisions for film, TV, and advertising use, included when sync licensing is a focus
4. Digital Exploitation: Specific terms for digital platforms and new media, important for contemporary distributions
5. Creative Control: Provisions regarding approval rights for adaptations and arrangements, used for high-profile composers
6. Assignment and Sub-Contracting: Terms allowing transfer of rights or obligations, included when flexibility in corporate restructuring is needed
7. Non-Compete: Restrictions on composer's other publishing arrangements, used for exclusive arrangements
1. Schedule A - Musical Works: List of all musical works covered by the agreement with details of composers, lyricists, and shares
2. Schedule B - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty percentages for different types of use and territories
3. Schedule C - Minimum Promotion Commitment: Specific promotional activities and timelines the publisher commits to undertake
4. Schedule D - Pre-Existing Agreements: List of any pre-existing agreements affecting the works
5. Appendix 1 - GEMA Registration Forms: Required forms for registration with GEMA (German performing rights society)
6. Appendix 2 - Copyright Certificates: Copies of existing copyright registrations or certificates
Composition
Publishing Rights
Territory
Term
Net Income
Gross Receipts
Publisher's Share
Writer's Share
Mechanical Rights
Performance Rights
Synchronization Rights
Digital Rights
Sub-Publishing Rights
GEMA
Collection Society
Advance
Royalties
Effective Date
Exploitation
Derivative Works
Arrangements
Adaptations
Master Recording
Print Rights
Sheet Music
Digital Service Provider
Streaming
Download
Public Performance
Broadcasting Rights
Accounting Period
Copyright Registration
Co-Writers
Original Work
Commercial Release
Publishing Period
Sub-Publishers
Administrative Rights
Online Rights
Term and Territory
Consideration and Payment
Royalties
Advances
Publisher Obligations
Composer Obligations
Warranties and Representations
Copyright Protection
GEMA Registration
Accounting and Audit Rights
Sub-Publishing
Digital Exploitation
Synchronization Rights
Mechanical Rights
Performance Rights
Print Rights
Assignment
Termination
Force Majeure
Confidentiality
Non-Competition
Moral Rights
Indemnification
Dispute Resolution
Governing Law
Severability
Entire Agreement
Amendments
Notices
Creative Control
Promotion and Marketing
Third Party Rights
Data Protection
International Rights Management
Music Industry
Entertainment
Media & Broadcasting
Digital Media
Film & Television
Advertising
Gaming Industry
Performing Arts
Legal
Business Affairs
Copyright Administration
Royalties
A&R
International
Creative
Licensing
Finance
Digital Rights Management
Music Publisher
Legal Counsel
Copyright Manager
Licensing Manager
A&R Manager
Business Affairs Director
Royalty Manager
Contract Administrator
Music Supervisor
Publishing Rights Manager
Creative Director
International Rights Manager
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