Do you photocopy or print music?

Were you aware that making a photocopy or printing of a song's lyrics, without the permission of the songwriter, is a breach of the Copyright Act, and could make a church vulnerable to legal action?

It's true. Churches are not exempt from any aspect of the Australian Copyright Act 1968, which means that the simple act of making copies of songs for your choir or musicians could be putting your church at risk if you do it without a proper licence.

• Many churches today use a wide variety of sacred and inspirational music to meet the diversity of their congregation.

• As a matter of practical necessity, many will reproduce songs that are not found in their current hymnals or song books.

• Obtaining proper and legal authorization is no easy task, but CCLI is here specifically to make it easier for churches to bring together meaningful worship with congregations.

With a CCLI Photocopy Licence you simply purchase an original, or download from an authorised website, one copy of the music you want, then photocopy or print multiple copies as required. It's easy, and more importantly, it's affordable. Over 4,500 churches in Australia and New Zealand currently enjoy this convenient way to meet their legal obligations.

If you have ever tried to seek permission from a publisher you know how time consuming and frustrating it can be just to get in touch with the correct person, let alone get a licence. The CCLI Photocopy Licence gives you permission to copy from thousands of songs in our repertoire for one affordable, annual licence fee based on the number of copies you make.

We invite you to do a search of our song repertoire in our Song Search facility, our Authorised Publisher list for this licence can also be found on our website.

Our rate card shows the pricing structure so you can choose the level of licence you need and see what it costs. Alternatively you can also purchase a licence online.

If you have any questions, or if you would like information about the range of licenses and services CCLI provide to assist churches, please ring us on our Freecall number, 1800 635 474, where one of our friendly and knowledgeable Customer Service staff members is available to assist you.