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FAQs
All the answers to questions frequently asked by directors, performers, fellow composers, musicians, music lovers, theatres and actors coming through here! Here you’ll find out more about how our sheet music store and other digital stores work.
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Can you showcase one of my songs in your video?
Absolutely! If you’ve purchased the song, your video is non-profit, and it’s PG (no swearing, nudity, etc.), you’re good to go. Just make sure to credit me and any collaborators by linking to my website or Instagram. For commercial use, simply fill out the contact form to get a mechanical license from Songtrust. Easy peasy!
What do you need before putting one of my plays onstage?
Before you stage one of my plays, you’ll want to make sure you’ve got the right script and the right permission for the kind of production you’re planning. Send the details—what you’re doing, where it’s happening, and whether it’s a reading, workshop, or full production—so you can sort out the licensing side before rehearsal chaos takes over.
How do I get the rights to perform your sheet music or play your music in public?
Make sure you've purchased the sheet music beforehand, and contact us to let us know your intentions. If we approve you, we'll direct you to our PRO to obtain a public performance license. Remember: it is illegal to reproduce sheet music without permission from the copyright holder, so if the music you're performing has multiple parts, you will need to purchase extra copies unless you've contacted us.
Can I record and release a cover of your song?
Possibly — but please ask before you release anything. If you want to record, distribute, or monetize a cover of one of my songs, contact me first so we can make sure the licensing is handled the right way. For simple noncommercial sharing, credit matters a lot; for anything public-facing or money-making, I’ll help point you toward the proper permissions.
Are performance rights included when I purchase a script or song?
Nope — buying the script or song and getting permission to perform it are two different things. A purchase gives you access to the material, but you still need the proper performance license or approval before staging, recording, or publicly performing it. If you’re not sure what you need, send me the details and I’ll help point you in the right direction without the legal headache spiral.
Do you offer special rates for nonprofit theatres, schools, or student productions?
Sometimes, yes — I’m open to working with productions that have limited budgets, especially when the project is mission-driven or helping new artists get on their feet. Send me a message with your production type, venue, dates, and a quick note about your budget, and I’ll let you know what’s possible. I can’t promise a miracle, but I can promise a real conversation.
Can I use your music or scripts for a school show, recital, or livestream?
Possibly, yes — but I’d still want to know the details first. Things like whether it’s ticketed, recorded, streamed, or part of a classroom setting can change what kind of permission you need. Send me the basics and I’ll help point you toward the right path without the licensing labyrinth.
Can I use your scripts or songs for a staged reading, festival, or one-night event?
Usually, yes — but I’d still want to know what you’re planning before you go full throttle. A staged reading, festival slot, or special event may need a different level of permission than a full production, so send me the details: what you’re performing, where it’s happening, whether there’s an audience, and if money’s changing hands. I’ll point you toward the right license so nobody ends up in legal soup.
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