23 July 2007
MORE HEALTH CLUBS BUY MUSIC LICENCES
33%* more sport clubs and gyms in the UK have bought a PRS Music Licence in the past 2 years.
The music PRS represents has never been more in demand in this sector.
Music is a key element to creating atmosphere; not only does it entertain your customers whilst they are exercising or spending time with family and friends but it helps enhance the performance and morale of your staff.
If sport clubs or gyms play music they need clearance to do so from the owners of that music. PRS represents the owners and can get you the permissions you need enabling you access to the world's music in the most efficient way.
Sport and Exercise Psychologist Dr. Costas I. Karageorghis said ‘Music can be an effective tool for improving athletic performance’**
PRS Public Performance Sales Managing Director Keith Gilbert said: ‘Many gyms and sport clubs recognise that playing the right kind of music can enhance the environment they provide for customers and staff.’
By buying a PRS Music Licence you have access to 10 million pieces of music and at a competitive rate.
The money from PRS Licence’s goes directly to the people who have created the music.
Sports clubs can call 0800 068 4828 for further information and to receive a free quote for a PRS Music Licence.
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Contact:
Catherine George 020 7306 4777
press@mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk
Notes for editors:
· PRS, The Performing Right Society, creating a future for music. As a not-for-profit membership society, PRS ensures composers, songwriters and music publishers are paid royalties when their music is used. Music is everywhere, every day: live performance, TV and radio, CDs, DVDs, downloads, streams and everything in between. Royalties create a future for music by supporting creators while they continue to write. www.mcps-prs-alliance.co.uk
· *Statistic – 33% more sport clubs and gyms have bought a PRS licence in the past two years according to data from the Public Performance Sales System from 15/05/05 – 31/05/07
· **Research - Costas I. Karageorghis (2003), Effects of asynchronous music on flow states and shooting performance among netball players School of Sport and Education Brunel University West London, Uxbridge Middlesex UB8 3PH United Kingdom