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Kids Music Licensing UK
CRS Records Ltd has been children’s audio specialists for over 30 years. If you are looking to license a children’s song for a television or film production or a whole playlist for digital or even CD release we are the people to talk to. We have over 2’000 children’s songs (many with several different arrangements) and stories to select from and our licensing fees are both negotiable AND flexible in order to fit your particular project and budget.
There is also a selection of quality Christmas music for adults available to license (see separate page)
Our clients include: Warner Bros, La Plante Productions, Endemol, Granada TV, HBO, Universal Music, Demon Music, Delta Music.
CDs
CRS Records Ltd is an active record label/publisher and therefore remain non-MCPS members so that we are free to use our songs/arrangements on our own CDs without incurring a fee. This is an advantage to a prospective licensee as we can often assign both publishing and master rights to any tracks in one fee.
Some of the tracks available to license are written by our artists and as we have rights over both the composition and master recording we will combine the two fees into one reduced rate. Many tracks are public domain works to which we also control the mechanical fees for our arrangements. If you select a track where the written composition is in copyright by authors other than our own you will be responsible for any mechanical copyright due upon CD replication. (We can arrange a license for you if required)
Fees can be calculated on a per song per units sold basis or on a % of a dealer or retail price with fees to be paid quarterly or biannually. In many cases we may ask for an advance payment against future royalty accruals. Under certain circumstances, a one time “buyout” fee may be negotiated. These may include stipulations such as time limits or market restrictions.
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TELEVISION/MOVIE PRODUCTION
We can quote for any proposed usage. Use of music and songs in a television series or special may contain many parameters. These parameters help us determine licensing fees. Below is a list of the items that will be considered when negotiating the final licensing fee.
- Length of music required
- Usage type: feature/theme/background
- Publishing and/or master rights
- Territory specific or worldwide.
- Time limited or in perpetuity
- Future transmissions/syndication
- DVD and other media sales
As we will continually remind you, the only way to determine the fee and payment option best for your project is to contact us with the details. Even though there are many factors in television use, we will be able to give you a basic fee very quickly!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Children music licensing in UK refers to the legal permission required to use music in kids-related content such as YouTube videos, schools, podcasts, cartoons, events, apps, and educational programs. Proper licensing helps creators avoid copyright claims, legal issues, and monetization problems while ensuring artists receive fair compensation. It is especially important for brands, schools, and content creators producing children’s entertainment or learning material.
Yes, if you use copyrighted songs in children’s YouTube videos, you usually need permission or a valid music license. Even short clips can trigger copyright claims. Many creators in the UK use royalty-free children’s music or licensed tracks to keep their videos safe for monetization and public use. Choosing properly licensed music also improves brand credibility and long-term content security.
You can get royalty-free children’s music from trusted music licensing platforms, production libraries, or independent composers in the UK. These platforms offer background music for kids’ videos, nursery rhymes, educational content, school projects, and family entertainment. Always check the licensing terms carefully to ensure the music can be used commercially and across multiple platforms.
The cost of children music licensing in UK depends on the type of project, audience size, distribution platform, and usage rights. Small online projects may only require affordable monthly subscriptions, while TV commercials, films, or educational campaigns may need premium licensing agreements. Royalty-free options are usually the most budget-friendly choice for creators and small businesses.