Publishing of sound recordings

This class includes the recording of original music and sound information on cassettes, compact discs and similar media, the publication, distribution and distribution of the recordings to wholesalers and retailers or to direct consumers. These services may be provided by the same unit that owns the music and sound information or by other units that have acquired the right to reproduce and distribute the original. This class also includes the activities of recording studios, booths, including the recording of radio programs (not live broadcasts) on tape, as well as music publishing activities: the acquisition and registration of copyright for musical groups, the organization, recording and distribution of television and radio recordings, film recordings and live performances by such groups. Music publishing activities may be carried out by the unit that owns the copyright or by units that administer the copyright on behalf of the unit that owns the copyright. This also includes the printed publication of musical works.