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Terms of Use Agreement

This Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into by and between CLASSICALS.DE, ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") and the user ("User," "you," or "your"). By accessing or using CLASSICALS.DE, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

1. No Warranties

1.1 As-Is Basis: CLASSICALS.DE provides informations and services on an "as-is" and "as-available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the content or the services provided.

2. Limitation of Liability

2.1 Disclaimer of Liability: In no event shall CLASSICALS.DE be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages, or damages for loss of profits, revenue, data, or use, incurred by you or any third party, whether in an action in contract or tort, arising from your access to, or use of, CLASSICALS.DE

3. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using CLASSICALS.DE, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms and conditions of this Agreement. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use CLASSICALS.DE.

4. Changes to Terms

CLASSICALS.DE reserves the right to modify, amend, or update this Agreement at any time without notice. Continued use of CLASSICALS.DE after such modifications will constitute your acknowledgment and acceptance of the modified Agreement.

Disclaimer

Public Domain / Copyright

While the compositions of classical music may be in the public domain, the specific recordings of those compositions can still be subject to copyright. This is because copyright law distinguishes between the underlying musical composition and a particular performance or recording of that composition.

  1. Musical Composition: The composition itself, including the sheet music and the musical notes, is often in the public domain once a certain amount of time has passed since the death of the composer. This can vary depending on the copyright laws of different countries.

  2. Performance/Recording: However, when a musician or an orchestra performs a classical piece and records that performance, a new copyright is created for that specific recording. The copyright applies to the particular arrangement, interpretation, and recording techniques used in that performance.

So, even though the original composition might be in the public domain, a new copyright can be established for a specific recording. This copyright covers the rights to reproduce, distribute, perform, and display that particular recording. It's important to check the copyright status of specific recordings to determine whether they are freely available or if permission is needed for use.

// The tracks on Classicals.de are all new recordings, and subject to licensing terms // For licensing informations, please visit: https://www.classicals.de/licensing


License terms (Standard - Non-Commercial)

CC BY-NC 4.0

Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International

You are free to:

  1. Share — copy and redistribute the material in any medium or format

  2. Adapt — remix, transform, and build upon the material

  3. The licensor cannot revoke these freedoms as long as you follow the license terms.

Under the following terms:

  1. Attribution — You must give appropriate credit , provide a link to the license, and indicate if changes were made . You may do so in any reasonable manner, but not in any way that suggests the licensor endorses you or your use.

  2. NonCommercial — You may not use the material for commercial purposes .

  3. No additional restrictions — You may not apply legal terms or technological measures that legally restrict others from doing anything the license permits.

Notices:

No warranties are given. The license may not give you all of the permissions necessary for your intended use. For example, other rights such as publicity, privacy, or moral rights may limit how you use the material.


License terms (Commercial)

For commercial licenses please visit the following page: Music Licenses

Permissions:

• The right to use the Music Tracks as a soundtrack synchronised with any kind of visual images, or as a part of Your or Your clients media production/product.

• The right to use the Music Tracks as a part of public viewing or broadcast of Your or Your clients media production/ product.

• The right to edit, re-record, duplicate and release the Music Tracks as a part of Your or Yours clients media production/product.

• The right to use the Music Tracks as individual sounds in video games, apps and any kind of media productions.

• The right to transfer the Music Tracks to any medium to complete media production/product.

Restrictions:

• The Licensee is not allowed to perform the Music Tracks, which are not incorporated in and synchronised with other media productions.

• The Music Tracks may not be exploited or traded for profit or any other reason except as permitted in the above section.

• Licensee may not claim ownership or authorship of The Music Tracks represented under this Agreement.

• Licensee may not sell Music Tracks bought via CLASSICALS.DE on a stand-alone basis to any other individual or party, except as permitted in the above section.


Content ID & Performing Rights Organizations

None of the music on this website is registered with any performing rights organization or Content ID system, including YouTube, ASCAP, PRS, GEMA, etc. While classical music is widely popular and occasional copyright notices may arise, our music is accompanied by the necessary licenses. In the rare event of a copyright dispute, our licenses provide a solid basis for resolution, making it a straightforward process to address any issues.


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