Education
- Upcoming events at a glance:
Webinars, workshops, creative sessions & special events - Become a pro and expand your knowledge of GEMA with our media library
Dates
Release Content from A to Z: Strategies for Reach and Relevance (in German language)
Marketing songs: How songs are sold when I don’t sing them myself – an insight into the music industry (in German language)
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How do song lyrics find their way to the people who can turn them into releases – and thus into money?
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Who are the right people to contact, and who are the wrong ones?
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What is a record label responsible for, what is a management company responsible for, and what is a publishing company responsible for?
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What role does GEMA actually play in all of this? And much more.
Live workshop at GEMA headquarters: Piano session with Rainer Bielfeldt – tips and tricks for songwriting (in German language)
In this live workshop, singer, pianist and songwriter Rainer Bielfeldt offers insights into his compositional and artistic practice at the intersection of lyrics, music and performance. The focus is on composition, harmony, rhythm and form – and on the piano as a narrative instrument.
Specials
A Love Song Beyond Words – Say It Without Saying It – A Love Song
The wait is over!
Following the huge success of Song Challenge No. 1 last year, we’re now launching Song Challenge No. 2!
THE PRICE: Professional mixing & mastering of the best song!
DEADLINE: 19 April 2026
Your Unique Performance Style (English Webinar)
Marvin A. Smith is one of the absolute superstars of the international show scene.
Showbiz greats such as Elton John, Madonna and Pink regularly rely on his flair for impressive show productions, directing and choreography.
GEMA – a fair partner (in German language)
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About GEMA Basics
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Online uses
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Royalty distribution
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Live music licensing for students and anyone interested
The webinar is open to anyone interested in GEMA, offering basic knowledge and a comprehensive overview of the services available to members, plus practical examples.
Media Library
GEMA Basics
Key details about GEMA and membership: figures, data, facts, special features, important information and interesting facts
GEMA Basics (EN)
Key details about GEMA and membership: figures, data, facts, special features, important information and interesting facts
Work registration
A comprehensive guide: How it works, what you need to bear in mind, tips and tricks
GEMA Online Portal
Rating procedure
The assessment system and how it works. Useful information on how the assessment and old-age provision are calculated, as well as on the various assessment procedures.
Royalties for media libraries
About usage-based distribution for media libraries: An overview of all key topics relating to distribution in the media library sector (MED/MED VR).
Music in Film & Advertising
Everything you need to know about film and TV series music composition: registration, documentation, repertoire search, important information and tips
General Assembly Meeting
Everything you need to know about registration and proxy voting, plus all the details on the GEMA General Meeting
GEMA Basics
Die wichtigsten Details über die GEMA und rund um die Mitgliedschaft: Zahlen, Daten, Fakten, Specials, Wichtiges und Interessantes
GEMA Onlineportal
Mediathek
GEMA Basics
Die wichtigsten Details über die GEMA und rund umd die Mitgliedschaft: Zahlen, Daten, Fakten, Specials, Wichtiges und Interessantes
Musik in Film & Werbung
GEMA Onlineportal
Informationen über die verschiedenen Online Services im digitalen GEMA Onlineportal: (Kontakt)daten & Finanzen, Werkanmeldung, Repertoiresuche und vieles mehr!