Zakon & Hitraya
Hey Zakon, I've been drafting a new choreography routine and I need a solid contract for the dancers and the music rights—do you have a moment to give it your lawyer's eye?
Sure, here is a concise template you can adapt.
Parties: The choreographer (Name) and the dancers (Name(s)).
Purpose: Agreement for choreography performance and music usage.
1. Scope of Work
The choreographer will create a routine for the dancers.
The dancers will perform the routine in all scheduled events.
2. Term
This agreement starts on (date) and ends on (date) or after (number) performances.
3. Compensation
Dancers receive $ (amount) per performance.
Choreographer receives $ (amount) per event for music rights.
4. Music Rights
The choreographer grants a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free license to use the music for the performances listed.
The dancers may not sell or reuse the music outside this agreement.
5. Obligations
The choreographer must deliver choreography on time and keep the dancers informed.
Dancers must attend rehearsals and perform to the best of their ability.
6. Confidentiality
Both parties keep any rehearsal videos, scores, or personal data confidential.
7. Termination
Either party may terminate with 30 days written notice.
Breach of terms triggers immediate termination.
8. Governing Law
This agreement is governed by the laws of (state/country).
9. Entire Agreement
This document is the full agreement. No other promises are binding unless written.
Signatures: ____________________ ____________________
Date: ______________________ ______________________
Nice framework, but give the dancers a little more wiggle room for creative input—keep it tight, but let them feel the beat. And watch that music clause; it should cover any sync rights, not just performance. Also toss in a clause that says everyone is still accountable for any copyright hits—no excuses. That’ll keep the crew fire but the paperwork clean.
Here’s a tightened version with the extra wiggle room you asked for:
1. Scope of Work – The choreographer creates the routine, the dancers bring their own ideas, and the two agree on any changes before rehearsal.
2. Creative Input – Dancers may propose choreography tweaks, which the choreographer may adopt after mutual consent, provided the changes do not alter the overall structure.
3. Music Rights – The choreographer grants a non‑exclusive, royalty‑free license that covers all performance, recording, and sync uses of the music, including any visual media that incorporates the routine.
4. Copyright Accountability – All parties acknowledge that each is responsible for securing any licenses needed for the music and choreography. If a copyright claim arises, the responsible party will handle the dispute, and the other parties are not liable.
5. Termination – Either party may end the agreement with thirty days’ notice or immediately if the other party breaches the copyright clause.
Sign the lines below to agree.
Choreographer: ____________________ Date: __________
Dancer(s): ________________________ Date: __________
Sounds solid—ready to sign off and get the groove going. Let's lock it in.
All good. Sign below and let the music play.
Choreographer: Hitraya
Date: __________
Choreographer: Hitraya
Date: __________
All set—let’s keep the rhythm going.