FILSCAPFilipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers.3.5 out of 5
3.5 out of 5
Hot take
FILSCAP, the Filipino Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers, Inc., is the Philippines’ sole performing rights organization (PRO) representing composers, lyricists, and publishers since 1965. As a non-profit collective management organization, it’s authorized to license, collect, and distribute royalties for public performances and broadcasts—locally and internationally—thanks to its CISAC membership and reciprocal agreements with over 50 foreign societies. That means if you’re a Filipino creator or a rights holder abroad, FILSCAP is where your royalties for public use in the Philippines start and end. Still, with a monopoly on PRO activity in the Philippines, transparency and efficiency can be occasional sticking points, and the classic PRO bureaucracy might slow things down. Despite these legacy-system drawbacks, FILSCAP remains essential for any Pinoy creator looking for a consistent income stream from music rights—and a must if you want to be paid for uses of your work in the country.
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Pros
Sole PRO in the Philippines, covering the entire market
Accredited CMO and CISAC member enabling global royalty collection
Non-profit, creator-centered mission
Direct licensing for TV, radio, public spaces, and events
Supports copyright enforcement for members
Cons
Monopoly status means limited alternatives for creators
Can be bureaucratic and slow in processing
Transparency and reporting can lag behind industry best practices
Legacy systems may frustrate modern creators
Key Features
Public performance royalty collection
Mechanical reproduction and sync licensing
Enforcement and legal support for copyright
International reciprocal agreements via CISAC
Direct licensing for broadcast and venues
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