Frequently Asked Questions
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Generally We DO NOT Rent Individual Songs to shows as a policy. We spend up to $50,000 building our shows and our contract with our Studio Musicians “GENERALLY” prevents us from being able to do so.
HOWEVER there are a few exceptions:
For Educational “Competitions,” Regional, State & National, etc…
For “Fund Raising” Campaigns, Cabarets/Concerts IF the Theater Co is an Active Member of our “Aztec Loyalty Member” Program AND has rented a show from us within the past 12 mos or has contracted for a Full Show rental in the future.
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Literally, the SECOND that you have secured the Performance Rights to a Musical with the appropriate Rights Management Organization, you’re eligible to contract with us to get the Rehearsal & Performance Tracks.
We believe our current land speed record is under 10 minutes from the moment of 1st contact to having music in the Theaters hand!
Contractually we say that that the turn around is 1-2 business days after we receive both completed payment & signed contract.
But We ABSOLUTELY CAN RUSH A Track Out The Same Day If Absolutely Necessary. (A Rush Fee May/May Not Be Required)
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Do You Rent Individual Tracks/Songs?
How will I get the music?
Once we have agreed on a price for the rental, a rental contract will be sent to you. You will need to sign the contract and send payment to us. Once we receive those two items, we will send you a link to the music. You can then download the music to any device to play in your theatre.
How soon can I get the music?
If we already have the show in our catalog the music is usually delivered to you electronically within a few hours of us receiving your contract and payment
How can I play the music?
Once you download the tracks, you can put them on any device of your choosing or burn them to a CD. All we ask of you is to destroy and delete all copies of the music when the show is over (which is included in the rental contract agreement).
How can I get the music in a different key or get the music cut?
You are FREE to make ANY Cuts, Changes or Edits that you’d like to the Materials we provide. Free Tools like Audacity (THE BEST) & GarageBand are amazingly powerful. There are also a ton of free online audio tools that you can find with a Google Search. If for whatever reason you need a Key Change that’s greater than a Maj 3rd, we suggest trying the free tools, but sometimes the results can sound a bit “skiwompous.” In that instance, we give our Active Renters a discounted studio rate of $75/hr (1hr min) to do edits for them in our Studio. But it can take a few days depending on how busy the studio is at the time you make the request. Either way reach out and we’ll do everything we can to accommodate you as fast as possible.
I don't see the show that I want on the list. Can you make it for me?
We don't have every show recorded. We are constantly updating our catalog with shows as we create them. If you have a show coming up that we don't have, still contact us to see what the possibilities are. We may be able to find it from a 'partner' theater or put it high on the priority to do next.
How are the tracks made?
A lot of work goes into making the tracks. We have to obtain all the instrumental books, create a 'session' of the show (which includes time signature and tempo changes) then schedule the musicians to record their parts. We won't give too many secrets to what we do, but lets just say that it costs us $10s of thousands of dollars and uses hundreds of man hours to create a show track.
How can I lower my cost?
We realize that everybody wants a great deal. At the same time it does take a lot of money and time to build a show track. We have to pay our musicians, pay Uncle Sam, and run a business. Those things are not cheap. However, if you recommend other theatres to rent our music, you can get a rental credit for referring other theatres. They will need to mention your name or theatre when filling out the quote request form.
How can I market the show?
Facebook and social media are great tools to help you sell tickets to your show. By having a facebook page and having your cast advertise on facebook more people will be aware of your theatre and the shows you are performing. Update your facebook page often with what is happening at your theatre.
I have props and costumes I would like to rent out, how can I do that?
Become a partner with us. Find more information here.