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Passion, discipline, and emotion collide in every student performance, and that is especially true of marching bands underneath the Friday night lights. The mission of School Music License is to encourage music educators to let your students shine online. And while...

This post was originally published on The National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Copyright Resources page on April 11, 2025. __________________________________________________ NFHS is proud to feature this interview. Dr. James Weaver, Director of...

Think back to a meaningful performance with your school ensemble: the spring concert featuring graduating seniors, the beginning orchestra’s first live performance, the jazz band’s premiere after months of hard work recruiting members and learning new musical styles....

Every music educator knows the excitement that comes with stepping into a new position. The potential to shape young musicians, create impactful musical experiences, and leave your mark on a program is what fuels the educator’s journey. That excitement, however, is...

The School Music License Team is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS). NFHS is the national leader and advocate for high school athletics as well as fine and performing arts programs.  Within...

Hello, License Holders!  Welcome to our License Holder Toolkit, a place to reference tutorial videos anytime you need them. Scroll down and click on the topic you are interested in learning more about.  _________________________________________________________...

What comes to mind when you think about a pep rally? Is it the thunderous sound of hundreds of feet on bleachers? The electric excitement of eagerly awaiting students? Perhaps you think about what occurs during a rally, be it a showcase of athletic prowess, a...

District Licenses are a great way for a school district, regional area, or other centralized administrative body to obtain comprehensive copyright licensing for their entire group. With millions of titles from today's top Member Publishers and Member Labels, School...

Welcome to the School Music License copyright glossary—a compass for the intricate world of intellectual property and licensing. Whether you are an educator wanting to better utilize your license or simply seeking clarity on copyright terms, this glossary is your...

For Immediate Release Chicago, Illinois, September 12, 2023 — GIA Publications, Inc., is thrilled to announce the launch of School Music License! This revolutionary new service provides K-12 schools in the United States a simple, affordable annual license for...