The following outlines a number of tariffs which PRS for Music operates for this sector. The appropriate tariff or rate of royalty applicable to a music user in any particular case will be determined by PRS for Music on the basis of all relevant circumstances.
Gym clubs & fitness centres
In the case of proprietary gym or fitness clubs (typically membership based), Tariff ‘J’ normally applies. In the case of general purpose centres, such as local authority centres and complexes having a miscellany of musical performances, Tariff ‘GP’ normally applies. The charges in both tariffs for aerobic, keep fit and dancing classes are similar, having been restructured (according to room, studio or pool capacity) and reduced during 2006 following discussions with the Fitness Industry Association. Please note that the PRS for Music tariff for schools (Tariff ‘EE’) does not cover music in gyms or leisure centres, in dedicated areas or buildings, open to individuals not associated with the schools and/or operated commercially.
Skating Rinks (ice or roller)
Tariff 'SR' applies to our music played at ice rinks or roller skating rinks (or floors) at normal skating sessions, ice or roller discos and ice hockey games. This tariff does not cover: ice or roller spectacles, pantomimes or theatrical presentations; other uses of the venue such as for concerts; or to music in cafés, restaurants, bars, shops or other areas which are beyond paid admission to the rink. The principal rate of charge is 1% of the gross receipts paid in admission charges (excluding VAT and any separate charge for skate hire).
Bowling Concourses
Tariff ‘BC’ applies to background musical performances by mechanical/electronic means in bowling concourses, irrespective of the number of alleys. This tariff does not cover non-concourse areas, for example: bars, cafés, restaurants, cinemas, function rooms, concert halls and other parts of a bowling centre, chargeable under PRS for Music’s appropriate tariff(s).
Dance Tuition Schools
Tariff ‘DS’ applies to PRS for Music-controlled copyright music at dance tuition schools (such as dedicated establishments run by a dance teacher/proprietor) and was agreed between PRS for Music and the Teachers’ Committee of the British Dance Council. The simple annual charges are a small percentage of actual takings: 1% from dance tuition classes; 2% from practice or club dances. Please also refer to the FAQs in the tariff document.
Bingo
Tariff 'BO' applies to our music in connection with bingo meetings at premises, at which the primary purpose is the playing of such games of chance or where such games are played very regularly (see tariff document for full criteria). Please refer to the tariff document for details of annual royalty charges for background music and featured live music.
Holiday Centres
Tariff ‘HC’ applies an all-covering charge in pence per ‘Actual Bed Night’ (as defined in the tariff and needing to be certified by the licence holder). The tariff stems from an agreement in 1991, endorsed by the independent Copyright Tribunal, between PRS for Music and the National Association of Holiday Centres Ltd (now the Holiday Centres Association Ltd).
Holiday Caravan Parks
Tariff ‘HCP’ (new tariff from March 2010) includes various itemised royalty charges for featured live music, discos, dances, film/video shows and background music. See tariff for details.
Amusement Parks; Saloons & Arcades; Travelling Showmen
Tariff ‘APS’ applies to these three sectors, mainly for background music played by mechanical / electronic devices (such as TV, radio, CD player, or jukebox). Specialised Theme Parks having unique attractions with music, cafés, shops, performance stages, etc, may be charged under this and/or other relevant tariffs according to the particular nature and extent of music use.
Exhibitions
Tariff 'X' applies to trade fairs and similar commercial exhibitions. Please note that music performances at cafés, restaurants and bars within the exhibition centre and cultural exhibitions at museums and art galleries are excluded from this tariff and are separately chargeable under the appropriate PRS for Music tariff.
County & Agricultural Shows
Tariff ‘AS’ applies to music at county and agricultural shows; horse and pony shows; regattas and similar open-air events. The royalty charges are scaled according to the extent of music use (such as in the arena, from a bandstand, or over a PA system) and the total attendance at each event. Concerts, staged performances or music from trade stands are separately chargeable under an appropriate tariff.
Open-air spaces, Parks & Pools
Tariff ‘O’ applies to musical performances by mechanical/electronic means only in or on parks, promenades and other open-air places, including bathing and boating pools, and at outdoor or indoor bathing pools. The charges are per day according to the number of loudspeaker relay points or the capacity of a pool enclosure.
Youth Clubs, Centres & Hostels
Tariff ‘YCH’ applies to informal performances of music at youth clubs and centres (according to the number of members and frequency of music per week); to jukeboxes (according to type of machine); and to YMCA/YWCA or similar hostels playing devices such as TV, radio, CD player, etc (according to the number of beds).
1. Call 0800 068 4828 and we will provide you with a quote or supply you with a Music Licence in a matter of minutes!
2. Apply online by filling in our application form and we will ring you back with a quote.
Sports Events
Tariff SE applies to our music played during and in connection with sports events at sports grounds (such as football, rugby and cricket matches), race tracks and stadiums (such as motor racing and athletics meetings) or any other venue where music use is not already covered by charges made under another PRS for Music tariff.
This tariff covers music uses consistent with activities at these events. This tariff does not apply to musical performances in certain areas of the venue at which sports events take place, such as social clubs, shops, cafes, restaurants, hotels, bars, or to other performances at the premises, such as concerts and similar events. Such other musical performances will be charged under one or more of PRS for Music's other tariffs as applicable.
On 1 August 2008 we introduced a new tariff for sports events, following discussions with a number of sports bodies. Please see customer consultation information regarding the implementation of the new tariff.
If we have contacted you and asked you to download your review forms, here are the two forms you need to download:
1. Tariff SE First Year Review Form (please enable macros if prompted)
2. Tariff SE Standard Review Form (please enable macros if prompted)
Benefits
Various academic studies have been undertaken looking into the effects of playing a variety of music within leisure and fitness clubs. Below is a selection of those studies, read on to find out how music can benefit you.
The Benefits of Using Music in Your Business
The Effects of Music in the workplace
Music On-Hold Waiting Time
Effect of Music on Atmosphere/Purchase Intentions in Bars
