The live classical concert season runs from September 1 through August 31 annually. Royalty distribution occurs in August of the following year. For instance, the 2016-2017 live classical distribution for performances between September 1, 2016 and August 31, 2017 will be paid in August, 2018.
Payments are made quarterly for radio and television broadcasts. The quarterly statements are issued about 6 months after the conclusion of a quarter and no statement is sent if there are no earnings during that period. For further information about these payments, please check here.
Payments for international performances (outside the U.S.) are made by BMI on a quarterly basis. These statements reflect the sums received by BMI from foreign societies in the six month period prior to payment. In general, payments may take 2 to 4 years from the date of performance or date of performance claim. Each statement is accompanied by a list of societies reporting, the periods for which they are reporting, and what types of performances are included.
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To affiliate with BMI as a classical composer, please send a copy of your resume and a list of works with information on performances and venues to classical@bmi.com.
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