Music Licence

[hazel lol]

Hi

As we all know, music is a valuable resource to use with children. What is unclear to me is whether you need a music licence to play CD's.

I am refering to CD's which have legitimately been bought for the setting, or CD's prepared by staff of legit music they have bought.

Is there a difference in playing music for educational purposes?

Does having a CD on when children arrive constitute education or recreation?

I've had a quick peep at Copyright, Designs and Patents Act but it's huge and can't find a shortcut to what I'm looking for.

I would love to hear your thoughts, experiences and about your licences.

Thanks.
H x