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Global Church Licensing Organization Licenses Interactive Sheet Music Player
OREM, Utah, Jan. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Christian Copyright Licensing
International (CCLI), an organization that provides copyright solutions to
nearly 200,000 churches and schools throughout the world, and mediaRAIN, a
world leader in Web applications and design, announced today they have entered
into a long-term contract. After nearly a year of research, CCLI has chosen
to license mediaRAINs new interactive sheet music player, musicRAIN Version
2.0, as the best method to offer its repertoire of more than 10,000 lead
sheets to its subscribers.
musicRAIN 2.0, the first music player accessible using only an Internet
browser, will be integrated to enhance CCLIs SongSelect Advanced application,
which currently allows CCLI licensees to print and download a vast selection
of Christian sheet music. The new musicRAIN software offers CCLI an
industry-leading, customizable solution that allows users to experience the
sheet music interactively, including altering the key and tempo, saving
preferred scores to their Favorites list and more. The musicRAIN Player will
also offer CCLI members premium vector printing capabilities and smooth-pixel
display.
"For more than 17 years, CCLI has sought opportunities to better serve the
network of churches, schools and individuals we represent," said Howard
Rachinski, CEO and president of CCLI. "There is no technology better suited
to complement SongSelect Advanced and the CCLI mission, which is to encourage
the spirit of worship through music, than the musicRAIN player."
One of the primary reasons CCLI chose to license musicRAIN is the Digital
Rights Management and advanced security features it offers music publishers.
CCLI was also impressed with the fact that the musicRAIN interface can be
completely customized to adopt CCLIs look. CCLI and others can use musicRAIN
as a more affordable distribution tool, allowing customers easy access to
their entire sheet music libraries.
"We could not be more pleased with the partnership between mediaRAIN and
CCLI," said Andrew Howlett, president of mediaRAIN. "We are delighted the
members of CCLI have selected mediaRAIN to provide a quality musical
experience to those they serve and we look forward to a very promising
partnership."
In addition to the licensing of musicRAIN, CCLI has asked mediaRAIN to
provide custom web design and additional Flash animation to further enhance
SongSelect Advanced.
About mediaRAIN
Headquartered in Orem, Utah, mediaRAIN was established in 1999 as an
organization dedicated to providing comprehensive solutions for clients
looking for advanced Web application development, interactive media, creative
and marketing services. mediaRAIN has provided solutions for multiple clients
throughout the United States and abroad. For more information about mediaRAIN
and musicRAIN 2.0, visit http://www.mediarain.com or call 1-800-640-0762.
About CCLI
Christian Copyright Licensing International (CCLI) was established in 1988
to provide churches with simple, affordable solutions to complex copyright
issues. CCLI helps churches maintain their integrity and avoid costly
lawsuits, while also giving churches the freedom to worship expressively and
spontaneously. For more information about CCLI, call 1-800-234-2446 or visit
http://www.ccli.com.
Media Contacts:
Suzanne Bonner
mediaRAIN
Dir. of Marketing and Public Relations
(o) 801.802.6464
(m) 801.635.7899
suzanneb@mediarain.com
Gary Christensen
CCLI
VP Intellectual Property
(o) 800.234.2446
garyc@ccli.com
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