Anjeohyup's choreography copyright is an essential investment in K-pop growth...Disappropriation of services hinders the development of K-pop
Feb 24, 2025
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The association said on the 24th that the appeal issued by music organizations such as the Korea Management Association, the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, the Korea Music Label Industry Association, and the Korea Music Content Association is an essential investment for the sustainable growth of the K-pop industry and that dismissing it as a service may hinder the development of the K-pop industry" made an official statement.
While the Choreography Copyright Association was previously promoting the Choreography Copyright Association in the Popular Music Sector, the Korea Management Association, the Korea Entertainment Producers Association, the Korea Music Label Industry Association, and the Korea Music Contents Association said on the 17th that "it is a distorted argument that it does not guarantee additional profits for choreographers" and that "Choreography copyright should be promoted through institutions and policies after sufficient discussion among stakeholders." he once said.
In this regard, the association stated that it sympathizes with the concerns of music groups and hopes to continue constructive discussions based on mutual respect and cooperation for the common goal of developing the K-pop industry.
In particular, he stressed that `protecting the rights and interests of choreographers contributes to promoting creativity and diversity of K-pop, and it is important to create a healthy ecosystem where record producers and choreographers grow together.'
The association made it clear that choreography copyrights are a fundamental right of choreographer, and that providing choreographer with fair copyright compensation is not just a 'additional cost' but a 'essential investment' for the sustainable growth of the K-pop industry." In addition, dismissing the creative contribution of choreographers as a simple 'service' could hamper the development of the K-pop industry", he pointed out.
He then predicted that `protection of choreography copyrights will enhance K-pop's international status and help protect its rights in overseas markets.'"We will seek common solutions for mutual understanding and the development of the K-pop industry through constructive dialogue with music organizations." he said.
The association suggested the following as a reasonable way to improve the system that can protect choreography copyrights and develop the K-pop industry at the same time.
▲ Revision of the copyright law that specifies choreography as an independent work and clearly defines the rights of choreographers, ▲ Introduction of a standard contract with fair contract terms and profit distribution method, ▲ Establishment of a transparent and efficient choreography copyright management system, ▲ Composition of a consultative body involving various stakeholders such as record producer, choreographer, and platform operator
At the same time, he promised "We will do our best to grow and develop with all members of the K-pop industry."
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