The royalty-free music library built for ministry
Original music by Nashville artists, curated by Dove Award winners. Full copyright clearance for livestreams, social media, and podcasts—plus anything else CCLI doesn’t cover. No reporting required.
Trusted by churches and faith-based businesses
Music for every ministry moment
WavMaker’s library of royalty-free music is curated for ministry, with tailored sounds for every situation.
Explore Curated PlaylistsLivestreams
Unlimited music for your online services.
Social Media
Pre-cleared for social media platforms.
Children’s Programs
Kids’ church and vacation Bible school.
Women’s Ministry
Bible studies and women’s retreats.
Facilities & Events
Coffee shops and wedding receptions.
A choice you can trust
With WavMaker
Guaranteed protection
Other services don’t cover in-person or livestream worship unless you’re on an expensive enterprise plan, but we do.
Our library is also pre-cleared for social media, podcasts, fundraising videos, and more. Get guaranteed protection from copyright takedowns and legal hassles.
Without WavMaker
- Ripping music from YouTube is illegal and harms artists.
- Songs purchased from iTunes aren’t covered for public use.
- Free music libraries have low-quality music & no takedown protection.
- CCLI may only cover live performance, leaving big gaps where you need music most.
We know your work because we’ve done it, too
WavMaker was founded by creatives and ministry leaders who’ve spent decades making music, telling stories, and serving churches and nonprofits.
“We’ve curated this musical catalog just for you! You need a royalty-free solution that’s easy to use, of high quality—to help you tell your stories and make a bigger impact.”
We make music the easiest part of ministry
WavMaker is loaded with time-saving features that help you find the right song fast, so you can focus on your ministry.
AI-Powered Search
Describe your project in your own words and get fast, accurate song recommendations.
Mobile Streaming
Stream music from your mobile device to any connected speaker.
Stems for Every Song
Want to create your own mix? Download the individual audio files for every instrument.
Multiple Mix Versions
Looking for something low-key? Alternate mixes remove one or more instruments so the music doesn’t distract from your video.
Share & Collaborate
Organize songs into projects and share them with your team—no account needed to listen.
No Explicit Lyrics
Popular genres with no explicit lyrics—perfect for family-friendly content and events.
“WavMaker’s incredible music selection helps set the perfect tone for stories that open hearts and inspire action. The platform is easy to use, and I love the unique feature that lets you break songs down into individual instruments. Grateful for a platform that amplifies impact so beautifully!”
Flexible plans for every ministry
Engage
For small to medium-sized churches, local nonprofits, and solo content creators.
- Unlimited downloads & stems
- In-person & livestream worship
- Social media & podcasts
- Fundraising & promo videos
Impact
For large churches, national nonprofits, freelancers, and small businesses.
- Digital ads & client work
- Multi-campus coverage
- In-store music & events
Frequently Asked Questions
Do churches need a license to play music during worship services?
No. Copyrighted music can be performed during worship services without a license. However, this exemption in US copyright law only applies to in-person religious services. All other performances, including livestreams and church gatherings, require a license.
If I purchase a song or album, can I use it outside of worship services?
No. US copyright law only allows music to be performed during worship services without a license. For all other uses, including livestreams, social media, and podcasts, specific licenses are required. For example, a sync license is required to publish a recorded service that contains copyrighted music to YouTube.
Are small church gatherings exempt from music licensing requirements?
No. Performing copyrighted music outside of worship services requires a license, regardless of the audience size. This includes youth group meetings, Bible studies, and other small gatherings. For more information, see this article about the licensing requirements for music use in churches.
If my church already has a CCLI license, why do I need WavMaker?
A CCLI license grants many useful rights, including the ability to print sheet music and project lyrics during worship services, but it does not grant the right to use music outside of religious services. Unlike CCLI, WavMaker provides unlimited access to an original, highly curated music catalog that can be used in livestreams, social media, marketing, youth camp and mission trip videos, VBS, podcasts, recorded sermons, and more. WavMaker can be used on its own, or in combination with a CCLI license, to cover the many ways your church uses music inside and outside of worship services.
What happens to my published content if my WavMaker subscription expires?
Content that you publish while you have an active WavMaker subscription is covered forever. This means, for example, that recorded services or mission trip videos that you publish to YouTube will continue to be protected from copyright takedowns after your subscription expires. Once your subscription has ended, you can no longer publish new content using music you downloaded from WavMaker, but you can renew your subscription at any time to resume publishing new content.
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