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Music Copyright Transfer Agreement Template for Singapore

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Music Copyright Transfer Agreement

"I need a Music Copyright Transfer Agreement to transfer full ownership of my song catalog (10 original compositions) to Universal Music Publishing, with the transfer to take effect from March 1, 2025, and including all digital and synchronization rights for worldwide use."

Document background
The Music Copyright Transfer Agreement is essential when permanently transferring ownership rights of musical works in Singapore. This document, governed by Singapore's Copyright Act 2021, is commonly used in music industry acquisitions, publishing deals, and catalog sales. It covers all aspects of copyright transfer including composition rights, recording rights, and associated intellectual property. The agreement ensures compliance with Singapore's copyright regulations while protecting both assignor and assignee interests through detailed specifications of rights transferred, warranties, and consideration.
Suggested Sections

1. Parties: Identifies the rights holder (assignor) and recipient (assignee) of the copyright

2. Background: Context of the agreement and ownership history of the musical work

3. Definitions: Defines key terms including Musical Work, Rights, Territory, etc.

4. Assignment of Rights: Core transfer provisions specifying rights being transferred

5. Warranties and Representations: Assignor's guarantees regarding ownership and right to transfer

6. Consideration: Payment or other value exchanged for the transfer

Optional Sections

1. Moral Rights: Section dealing with non-transferable moral rights, typically used when dealing with original composers/songwriters

2. Revenue Sharing: Section detailing future royalty arrangements when transfer includes ongoing revenue sharing

3. Territory Restrictions: Section specifying geographic limitations on rights transfer when applicable to specific territories

Suggested Schedules

1. Schedule 1: Musical Works: Detailed list of songs/compositions being transferred

2. Schedule 2: Existing Licenses: List of pre-existing licenses that will continue

3. Schedule 3: Registration Details: Copyright registration numbers and details

4. Appendix A: Rights Assignment Declaration: Formal declaration for copyright offices and Performing Rights Organizations

Authors

Alex Denne

Head of Growth (Open Source Law) @ tiktok³ÉÈ˰æ | 3 x UCL-Certified in Contract Law & Drafting | 4+ Years Managing 1M+ Legal Documents | Serial Founder & Legal AI Author

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Industries

Copyright Act 2021: Primary legislation governing copyright in Singapore (No. 22 of 2021), including ownership rights, duration of protection, and transfer requirements

Contract Law (Amendment) Act: Singapore legislation governing the formation and enforcement of contracts, essential for the transfer agreement's validity

Electronic Transactions Act: Legislation governing electronic signatures and digital contracts in Singapore

Section 111 Rights: Specific section of Copyright Act 2021 detailing rights of copyright owners that must be addressed in transfer agreement

Moral Rights: Non-transferable rights of attribution and integrity that must be acknowledged in agreement

Music Elements Copyright: Separate copyrightable elements including melody, lyrics, and arrangements that need individual consideration

Mechanical Rights: Rights for mechanical reproduction of music, including physical and digital formats

Synchronization Rights: Rights for using music in combination with visual media

Performance Rights: Rights related to public performance and broadcasting of the music

Berne Convention: International treaty for protection of literary and artistic works that Singapore adheres to

WIPO Copyright Treaty: International treaty addressing copyright protection in digital environment

TRIPS Agreement: Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights agreement affecting copyright protection

COMPASS Guidelines: Composers and Authors Society of Singapore guidelines for music copyright management

Digital Rights: Rights specific to digital reproduction and distribution of music

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