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Members who seek more detailed information on the payment system can refer to ASCAP's Distribution Resource Documents booklet (available on our web site in pdf format), which contains the ASCAP Weighting Rules, the Weighting Formula, and the Writers' and Publishers' Distribution Formulas. To obtain a printed copy, call the New York Member Services Office at 1-800-95ASCAP or email your request to MemberServices@ascap.com [this link takes you to our secure server].

You may also refer to the following resources for more information:

PLAYBACK Magazine
ASCAP's member magazine contains regular features on different aspects of the payment system as well as ASCAP's operations. The magazine is also filled with the latest news on ASCAP events, legislative updates, in-depth articles and interviews with ASCAP members, information on upcoming workshops and showcases and much more. Playback is also available on our web site.

General Annual Membership Meeting
ASCAP holds an annual general membership meeting, alternating between New York and Los Angeles, at which members learn about ASCAP's operations first hand. We also hold periodic workshops and seminars to help members better understand our payment system as well as other areas of our operation.

"Music and Money"
A booklet focusing on the many sources of income for writers and publishers.

We hope this information is helpful in understanding how you get paid at ASCAP. If you have any questions, need more information, or have specific questions relating to your own royalties, call ASCAP's Member Services Department at: 1-800-95ASCAP or email MemberServices@ascap.com [this link takes you to our secure server].

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