Photocopying from Music Publications at School

Licences: Collective Worship Copyright Licence (CWCL) and the Collective Worship Music Reproduction Licence (CWMRL)

If your school already holds a CWCL then you may find that the CWMRL is a valuable addition since it permits you to photocopy directly from music publications.

These 2 licences are the most popular worship resources in schools today, enabling you to reproduce lyrics and music for thousands of the hymns and worship songs being sung around the world.

By adding the CWMRL to your CWCL you can:

• Photocopy the words and music of hymns and worship songs directly from authorised music publications.
• Type song words into your computer and store them for later use.
• Create your own service sheets and handouts for pupils and staff.
• Create your own OHP acetates.
• Create your own song words database for use with projection software.
• Audio/video record music from your services for those unable to attend or as a keepsake.

The number of publishers covered by this licence increases continually. Click here to view the list.

Licence Fees:

Licence fees are based on the number of pupils on the school roll and are available here.

Apply Now:

Click here to purchase your licence.

Using your CWMRL:

• Copyright lines - At the bottom of each photocopy you must write: Copied by permission. CWMRL Licence No. [Your Licence No.]
• Reporting - Under the Terms & Conditions of your licence you are also required to report which songs you photocopy. Click here for CopyReport.
• Contact Details - As your licence is held by your school you are required to provide CCLI with contact details so we can contact you with updates to your licence.

Photocopying from non-music publications

If you would like to photocopying from non-music publications such as drama scripts, text books or training & education booklets you will need to contact The Copyright Licensing Agency directly.

If you would like to reproduce song lyrics only (without photocopying any music) please see the Church Copyright licence.

Not sure which licences you need?

Check the Quick Guide Licence Table

Links to:  Licence Fees / Apply Now / Create / FAQs / Terms & Conditions / CopyReport