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Distance Learning & Using Copyrighted Music

November 15, 2020

It’s important to know what you can and can’t do in a remote learning situation. Here you’ll find direct links to information from some of our member publishers and their individual guidelines. Please note that many publishers have their own

MPA Annual Meeting to Stream Friday, June 12

May 13, 2020

For the first time in MPA history our Annual Meeting will be held online. Please join us as we officially vote on and introduce our incoming Board of Directors and Officers. We will also get a brief legal update on

Streaming Live Music & COVID-19: What You Need to Know

April 17, 2020

Streaming is a public performance, like a broadcast. Therefore, the entity that is transmitting the stream is responsible for obtaining a public performance license.   For an audio-only, non-interactive stream of a non-dramatic performance, these licenses are available from performing right

Creating Authorized Orchestral Pops Arrangements

October 29, 2019

Creating Authorized Orchestral Pops Arrangements A Guide for Orchestras, Venues, Conductors & Arrangers “Whenever a copyrighted song is arranged, transcribed or adapted for orchestra, the right to create the orchestral arrangement, transcription or adaptation vests solely with the copyright owner.”

MPA Annual Recap + Revere Award Winners

June 18, 2018

The MPA would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the publishers, speakers and industry professionals who were able to join us for our Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon. Over lunch the 2018 Paul Revere Awards for Graphic Excellence were