Frequently Asked Questions
Playing and Performing Music
1. Do TAFEs need a licence to play music at TAFE events such as open days, fashion shows and graduation ceremonies?
TAFEs will need an event licence from One Music. If they are playing sound recordings at these events as well as the live performance (eg a backing track) they will also need a licence from PPCA. See One Music Licences (APRA AMCOS & PPCA), or seek advice from NCU.
2. Do TAFEs need a licence to play music at TAFE operated businesses such as fitness centres, beauty salons and training restaurants/cafes?
TAFE operated businesses such as fitness centres, beauty salons and training restaurants will usually need a background music licence to play music as background music. See One Music Licences (APRA AMCOS & PPCA), or seek advice from NCU.
3. Do TAFEs need a licence to play music in areas such as corporate services?
