Copydan Writing (Copydan) is a collection management organisation that specialises in text and sheet music. They negotiate agreements regarding copying with educational institutions and private and public businesses. These agreements with Copydan allow their customers to legally copy text and sheet music material, ensuring that rights holders receive remuneration for the copies made.
As this right does not exist in UK law, PRS or MCPS does not cover this specific use of music. Copydan has requested that The Ivors Academy (the trading name for BASCA: the British Association for Songwriters, Composers and Authors) distribute the royalties on their behalf.
The Ivors Academy is not a collection society but acts as an agent for Copydan Writing in the UK.
