Military music composers organization abbreviated

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Subject to a consent decree. Negotiates licensing agreements with IFPI, assists in technical collaboration between its member societies to solve problems that arise between individual members, and contributes to the defence and development of copyright protection in the domain of mechanical rights. Copyright Office to handle small copyright claims.

CMI Copyright Management Information Copyright management information is information conveyed in connection with copies or phonorecords of a work. Part of the Copyright Office. However, the CWR has recently expanded and is used in other types of exchanges e. Examples are ProTools and Logic Pro. DLC Digital Licensee Coordinator A nonprofit, designated by the Copyright Office, that coordinates the activities of digital music providers under the blanket section compulsory mechanical license.

The DLC is authorized to participate in Copyright Royalty Board proceedings to establish the administrative assessment to be paid by digital music providers to operate the MLC. DMP Digital Music Provider Generally, services offering recorded music and other forms of digital entertainment to the public via streaming or download.

DSP Digital Service Provider In the music context, services offering recorded music and other forms of digital entertainment to the public via streaming or download, i. GAO Government Accountability Office An independent, nonpartisan agency that provides analyses, options, recommendations, and other assistance to help Congress make effective oversight, policy, and funding decisions.

Not subject to a consent decree.

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GRD Global Repertoire Database An earlier, EU-initiated attempt to create a comprehensive and authoritative database for ownership and administration of musical works throughout the world. The GRD was not developed. IFPI International Federation of the Phonographic Industry A nonprofit trade organization that represents the interests of the recording industry worldwide.