Permission Forms & Informational PDFs

Copyright Search Permission Forms & Educational Materials

To view and print forms, select one of the links below.
Completed forms should be sent directly to the copyright holder.
Many publishers may have interactive forms that you may fill out on their own site.

Not sure of the publisher? You can search for titles in the ASCAP and BMI databases.

INQUIRY FORM ON OUT-OF-PRINT COPYRIGHTED MUSIC (PDF)
Use this form to inquire about fees and legal authorization to photocopy out-of-print music. This form must be sent directly to the copyright holder.

REQUEST FOR PERMISSION TO ARRANGE (PDF)
Use this form to request authorization to arrange a piece of copyrighted music. This form must be sent directly to the copyright holder.

LIBRARY REQUISITION FOR OUT-OF-PRINT COPYRIGHTED MUSIC (PDF)
Libraries may use this form to request legal authorization to photocopy or procure out-of-print music. This form must be sent directly to the copyright holder.

FORM FOR REPORTING COPYRIGHT VIOLATIONS (PDF)
Use this form to anonymously report copyright infringements. Please send form directly to copyright holder. This form must be sent directly to the copyright holder.

STANDARD MUSIC NOTATION PRACTICE (PDF)
This PDF brochure outlines fundamentals of Standard Music Notation.

CREATING AUTHORIZED ORCHESTRAL POPS ARRANGEMENTS (PDF)
A Guide for Orchestras, Venues, Conductors and Arrangers. Also available to read here. Updated June 2024.