Important Information About Group VBS Music and Media Permissions
Group VBS Music & Media Permissions
At Group, it’s important to us that we supply churches with the resources to create a quality VBS experience that can change kids’ lives for eternity. As churches constantly adapt and change how they do VBS we want to help by providing more flexibility for you within the bounds of copyright law. This document is designed to help clarify what types of uses are allowed when it comes to Group VBS music and media.
General VBS Music & Media Licensing
In-Person Use: As the purchaser of a Group VBS starter kit or Group VBS program media you
are granted the right to use these materials to conduct an in-person, face-to-face VBS program. That includes presenting the music, video, and audio recordings to your in-person audience.
Additionally, there are limited permissions for the use of specific media items for the promotion and marketing of your VBS program (see chart for specifics).
Online or Broadcast Use: Permissions for the online use of any media items is limited. Other than the specific exceptions described in this document, you are NOT granted permission to use the music or media items
in any type of broadcast or streaming via the internet (whether live or on-demand).
Quick Summary of Music & Media Permissions The following is a quick summary of allowed uses for Group VBS music and media. These permissions are granted to purchasers of the Group VBS starter kits or VBS music and media items. If you have additional questions about usage, please email permissions@group.com.
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Basic VBS Music and Media Permissions |
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Group VBS Item |
Church use in-person |
Post Online |
Livestream |
Conditions |
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Music Audio Recordings |
Yes |
No |
Conditional |
The music audio tracks can be used as part of a normal church service that is related to VBS. A CCLI Streaming license is required. Songs cannot be livestreamed alone. Songs cannot be used to create an online VBS program. |
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Music Videos |
Yes |
No |
Conditional |
The music videos can be used as part of a normal church service that is related to VBS. A CCLI Streaming license is required. Videos cannot be livestreamed alone. Videos cannot be used to create an online VBS program. |
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Skit Videos |
Yes |
No |
No |
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KidVid Stories Videos |
Yes |
No |
No |
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Power Point Lyric Slides |
Yes |
No |
Conditional |
The Power Point lyric slides can be used as part of a normal church service that is related to VBS. A CCLI license is required. These slides cannot be livestreamed alone and cannot be used to create an online VBS program. |
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VBS Decorating Videos |
Yes |
Conditional |
Conditional |
Can only be shared with VBS volunteers via a password protected web page or private link. Cannot be posted publicly online. |
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VBS Training Videos |
Yes |
Conditional |
Conditional |
Can only be shared with VBS volunteers via a password protected web page or private link. Cannot be posted publicly online. |
Q: My church does a VBS invitation and/or wrap-up service that is also livestreamed. The service includes the kids singing along with the recorded VBS music or music video. Is this ok to do?
A: Yes, this is allowed as part of a church service livestream if you have a CCLI Streaming license and the Group music or video recordings are used as part of a broader VBS-related church service. Recordings should not be posted online individually. Conducting a VBS program online is not allowed
Q: Can we make copies of the VBS music or music videos to give to VBS families?
A: No. Songwriters, producers, and others are paid based on the sales of music CD’s, music DVDs, and other related items. To make copies would deny them the compensation for their work.
Q: Can I share the Group VBS promotional video online?
A: Yes, you can post the promotional video on your church website or in social media to promote your VBS program. It’s also available to use in the VBS PRO registration system.
Q: Can we use the VBS music and music videos for other church functions like children’s church?
A: You can use the VBS audio recordings or music videos for normal in-person church activities if your church purchased the VBS program. These recordings may not be used online.
Q: Can I share the Group VBS volunteer recruiting video online?
A: Yes, you can post the recruiting video on your church website or in social media to recruit volunteers for your VBS program.
Q: Can I share our Spotlight VBS slideshow online?
A: Yes.
Q: Can I create original works with Group VBS music or media if I give the new works away and don’t charge for them?
A: No, as with any copyright material, Group VBS media and music cannot be used to create original works regardless of whether they are given away or sold.
Q: Can I create my own slideshow with Group VBS music to share online?
A: Yes, but you may only use the audio of the program theme song (track 1 on the music CD).
Q: Can I create a video to train my VBS volunteers that includes the Group VBS music?
A: Yes, but the video must be related only to VBS training and cannot be shared publicly online.
Q: Can I post Group VBS music or media online if I give copyright credit to Group?
A: No, this is not allowed. Using a citation does not change the permissions for use of copyright material.