Are there any hymns exempt from LSBHymnLicense.net?

Yes; there are four hymns that are not fully covered by LSBHymnLicense.net. They are:

• LSB 462 – All the Earth with Joy Is Sounding (tune)
• LSB 643 – Sent Forth by God’s Blessing (text)
• LSB 712 – Seek Ye First (text and tune)
• LSB 845 – Where Charity and Love Prevail (text)

If you attempt to use a hymn that is not covered by LSBHymnLicense.net, Lutheran Service Builder will prompt you just as if you did not have an active subscription to the hymn license. You will be warned that you do not have permission to use the copyrighted materials, and will be presented with the contact information for the related copyright holders. The use the exempt hymns in any export format, you must obtain proper reprint permissions.

Who do I ask if I have a copyrights or licensing question?

Concordia Publishing House keeps a department ready and able to answer your questions concerning the reprint or other use of copyrighted materials. When in doubt, you should always ask for clarification or explanation to properly protect yourself and your congregation from any and all copyright infringement.

To reach the office of Copyrights and Permissions, please email copyrights@cph.org or call (800) 325-0191.