Music Publishing Contract Template for Switzerland

1. Sub-Publishing: Terms for international sub-publishing arrangements, needed when international exploitation is anticipated

2. Minimum Commitment: Required number of works to be delivered, needed for exclusive songwriter agreements

3. Creative Control: Approval rights over modifications and usage, important for established artists

4. Digital Distribution: Specific terms for digital platforms and new technologies, needed for contemporary distribution

5. Co-Writing: Provisions for works created with other writers, needed when collaborative works are anticipated

6. Synchronization Rights: Special provisions for film/TV usage, needed when sync licensing is a focus

7. Marketing Commitments: Specific promotional obligations, needed for major publishing deals

8. Right of First Refusal: Option for future works, typically included for new artist development deals

1. Schedule A - Musical Works: List of all musical works covered by the agreement

2. Schedule B - Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty percentages for different types of usage

3. Schedule C - Minimum Exploitation Requirements: Specific targets for promotion and exploitation of works

4. Schedule D - Approved Sub-Publishers: List of pre-approved sub-publishers for specific territories

5. Appendix 1 - SUISA Registration Forms: Required forms for Swiss collecting society registration

6. Appendix 2 - Prior Agreements: List of any pre-existing agreements affecting the works

7. Appendix 3 - Payment Details: Banking and payment information for royalty distributions