Music For Film, Synchronization Flashcards
What is the standard definition of synchronization rights?
Music for moving visual images
What is the classification for a song written specifically for a film?
Work for hire now
What is a typical length of a time allocated to a film composer to write an underscore?
4 to 12 weeks
How much extra does a film producer have to pay the composer/songwriter for use of a song in a trailer
Nothing
Who pays for the recording budget for a song written for a film?
Film producer
How much is the mechanical license rate for a previously recorded song used in a film, but not released on a soundtrack?
Nothing
What is one item that will not dictate the amount of money paid to a songwriter for a preexisting song?
The popularity of the actors performing the song
Which item would you not find on a film or tv cue sheet?
Recording producer
The film producer obtains rights in exchange for the synchronization fee. What two types of rights are they licensing?
Songwriting and sound recording copyrights
What warranty of re-recording must the composer agree to when they score music for a movie
That the composer cannot record the music by themselves without permission from the film company
What does the term force majeure refer to?
That any unforeseen circumstances (act of god) can allow changes to the contract
How does synchronization license last?
As long as the copyright for the film is valid
The following is covered every motion picture underscoring contract, except for a provision of
Mechanical license for DVD duplication
What is an escalator clause
The portion of the contract which enables payment after certain sales thresholds are met
What is the most important credit the composer will receive on the film?
Opening credits
Which of the following is not included on a film or television cue sheet
Credits due to the performers
If a songwriter is seeking to place music with a music supervisor, which of the following should they avoid?
Include bio, picture and recording in the promo pack
Who pays for the recording of a movie score
Composer
Which of the following is not included in a warranty in a film composer contract?
A clause restricting the film composer’s ability to re-record for 3 to 5 years
How much is the mechanical license rate for a film score that is pressed onto a DVD?
Nothing
How often does the film producer need to meet with the composer?
At reasonable intervals while composing, and as the film’s editing commences
What term would describe a short-form video?
A music video
What is considered spotting the film?
Finding where the musical cues are in the film
Which of the following would not be a part of the duties for a music supervisor?
Hire orchestral members to perform on the film score
