Music Publishing Contract Template for Ireland

1. Minimum Commitment: Used when the songwriter is required to deliver a minimum number of works

2. Exclusive Songwriter Agreement: Include when the songwriter is bound exclusively to the publisher

3. Co-Writing Provisions: Required when the songwriter collaborates with other writers

4. Digital Exploitation: Specific provisions for digital platforms and new technologies

5. Foreign Income: Detailed provisions for international revenue collection

6. Moral Rights: Specific handling of moral rights, particularly relevant for civil law jurisdictions

7. Power of Attorney: When publisher needs specific authority to act on songwriter's behalf

8. Reversionary Rights: Terms for rights returning to the songwriter under specific conditions

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

2. Schedule 2: Royalty Rates: Detailed breakdown of royalty percentages for different types of use

3. Schedule 3: Accounting Procedures: Specific requirements for royalty calculations and statements

4. Schedule 4: Sub-Publishers: List of approved sub-publishers if applicable

5. Schedule 5: Prior Agreements: Details of any existing agreements affecting the works

6. Appendix A: Assignment Form: Template for assigning individual works to the publisher

7. Appendix B: Income Sources: Comprehensive list of income sources and revenue streams

8. Appendix C: Collection Society Memberships: Details of relevant collection society registrations