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DENTalk 'Music Rights: Use and Reuse of Music in Times of AI'

28 October 2026, 10:00-12:00

When you create an audiovisual work, film a dance performance or theater production, and want to publish it online, you will almost always encounter music rights. Whether it's through your own platform or a commercial channel, as soon as you use music that isn't yours, you need permission from the rights holders.  

But what exactly do you need to arrange, and with whom?

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During this DENtalk, you will get acquainted with the world of music rights. Of course, there will also be room to ask your own questions and present examples. The workshop will be conducted by Bindu De Knock, a copyright specialist and musician herself. 

What will you learn during this DENtalk? 

In addition to a brief introduction to copyright, we will guide you further into the world of music rights, including:  

  • What falls under music rights? 

  • Which rights holders do you need to consider? 

  • How does collective management (e.g., BumaStemra) work in the Netherlands? 

  • How do you arrange licenses for online use, and with whom? 

  • How does streaming via platforms work? 

  • What are the developments with AI in music? 

Do you want to dive into the topic beforehand? Read this article about music rights and how it works for a detailed explanation of music rights in practice.

About the speaker

Bindu De Knock is a lawyer and owner of CrossLink Legal in Amsterdam, where she specializes in intellectual property law, with an emphasis on music and entertainment law. With years of experience in the creative sector, she advises both national and international clients on legal issues within these fields. 

Who is this DENtalk for?

Cultural organizations and culture professionals who use music in their productions and want to make them available online, via their own website or other channels. 

Practical Information

Date: October 28, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Online, via Teams

Number of participants: maximum 25 

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