Performing Arts Advisory

["Feghali, Jose" <>]

Wondering what is the latest info on broadcasting over the web/Internet2, as far as performing and composition rights are concerned. It seems that this is still a “grey area” but I know that several institutions regularly broadcast/webcast and have probably explored this subject.

 

More specifically, I was wondering if:

 

·         Rules for two-way only conferencing are different than for webcasting/multicasting

·         Does one need different/additional contracts or riders if contemporary music is involved

·         Does the number of potential (or actual) listeners/streams makes a difference

 

In general, any experience in this topic would be much appreciated. I have sent several emails to Ann Doyle at Internet2 for the last few months but as yet have not been able to get a reply. If there is info on a website about this issue, would appreciate a link.

 

Many thanks,

 

José Feghali

Artist-in-Residence/Professor of Piano

Technology Coordinator for the School of Music

Texas Christian University