Campaigning and support to protect the rights and earnings of songwriters and composers.
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AI is changing the music industry, but it must not come at the expense of human creativity. We’re campaigning to protect songwriters’ and composers’ rights by demanding transparency, consent and fair payment for the use of music in AI training. We support responsible innovation that puts creators in control.
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In partnership with the Musicians’ Union, Fair Score is our campaign for fair commissioning in media composition. We're calling for an end to coercive buyouts, opaque pitching processes and deals that do not respect composers’ rights.
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We’re fighting to protect the future of classical, jazz and sound art composers in the UK. These genres rely on a thriving cultural ecosystem and public funding, but cuts and instability are putting careers and creativity at risk. We’re working with partners across the sector to campaign for sustainable funding, secure commissioning and stronger support for composers' careers.
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Streaming has revolutionised music but left many songwriters behind. In response, we’re campaigning to Fix Streaming. We're pushing for changes to copyright law, transparency and fair pay to put the value of music back in the hands of its makers.
Learn more“If we come together as a community of people, we will have a far better chance of taking these challenges on. Adding your voice, experience and presence gives more credence and credibility to the arguments we make.”
David Arnold, composer
We welcome Cardiff University’s decision to continue providing music courses, and will monitor changes to entry targets, course content and student numbers.
