Music

Theories, performance, and criticism of sounds having melody, harmony or rhythm; music technologies.

Sub-headings:

Audio Equipment & Technology

Electronic devises for creating or listening to music.

Genres

Musical styles.

Performance

Music presented for the public's enjoyment.

Music Blogs

Find out who's spinning what about music on the blog scene, be it popular, classical, indie rock, jazz . . .

Musicians & Composers

Resources in this category:

The American Musicological Society
http://www.sas.upenn.edu/music/ams/

A long-standing society directed at professional musicologists. Although this site offers little information about the society beyond membership application, and journal ordering, it does have a good list of Internet links.

The American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers
http://www.ascap.com/

Probably the best-known industry organization, this was created in 1914 "to provide the essential link between the creators of music and the users of music." Included is a searchable database of performed music in their repertory, essential forms, interviews, a newsletter, and several guides, including one to musical resources in the music business.

Association of Concert Bands
http://www.acbands.org/

"Welcome to the ACB Web site. The Association is the international voice of adult bands. This Web site will tell you some more about our organization and officers, give the latest on our 1999 Convention in Salinas, introduce our member organizations, our regional membership coordinators, and invite you to join us."

Association of Concert Bands
http://www.acbands.org/

"Welcome to the ACB Web site. The Association is the international voice of adult bands. This Web site will tell you some more about our organization and officers, give the latest on our 1999 Convention in Salinas, introduce our member organizations, our regional membership coordinators, and invite you to join us."

Cinema Audio Society
http://www.cinemaaudiosociety.org/

The Cinema Audio Society's purpose is to "create a proper channel of communication between the related sound crafts and between those instrumental to the production and distribution of film and television soundtracks." Also included on the site include a detailed description of the Society and the different ranks of membership, a calendar of events, and a current issue of the Journal of The Cinema Audio Society.

The Creative Musicians Coalition
http://www.creativemusicianscoalition.com/

CMC is an international organization dedicated to the advancement of new music and the success of the independent musician. They encourage listeners to take an active role in the music making process by facilitating direct communication with artists. The home page has links to an index, mailing lists, publications, artists pages and online magazines.

The Galpin Society
http://www.music.ed.ac.uk/euchmi/galpin/

One of the oldest professional music societies, the society was formed in 1946 "for the publication of original research into the history, construction, development and use of musical instruments." Contents of their journal are included here, and links to musical instrument collections are on the site.

Global Alliance of Performers
http://www.gap.org/

"Global Alliance of Performers is a tax-exempt, nonprofit organization which bridges charities, performers, technicians, artists, buisness and the general public providing an opportunity to educate and increase public awareness of important social and environmental concerns." Site includes information on current and ongoing projects and links to related sites.

Institute of Research and Coordination of Acoustics and Music
http://www.ircam.fr/index-e.html

In Paris, a well-funded organization which aims at exploring computer and music connections. They describe their goal as "co-ordinating numerous partnerships with industrial firms or members of the scientific community and calling on musical experts (composers, musicians, instrument makers)." Symposia and research papers are summarized here.

International Alliance for Women in Music
http://www.iawm.org/index.htm

"A global network of women and men working to increase and enhance musical activities, opportunities and promote all aspects of the music of women." Offers festival and events listings, audio samples from women composers, links to journal articles, and more.

The International Association of Music Libraries Archives and Documentation Centres
http://www.iaml.info/

With members in some 45 countries throughout the world, the association was founded in 1951 "to promote international cooperation and to support the interests of the profession." Information can be found here on its four subject commissions and various working groups, and several large-scale documentation projects.

International Society for Music Education
http://www.isme.org/

"The International Society for Music Education (ISME) serves as the voice of the music educators of the world. It represents all levels and all fields of specialisation within music education. Its purpose is the advancement of music education throughout the world." Site offers information on publications, conferences, and affiliated organizations.

Music Publishers' Association of the United States
http://mpa.org/

Provides links to information about music publishing regarding agency lists, resources, copyright issues, publications, legal information and awards. Also discusses music copyrights and information for music educators.

Musicians' Union
http://www.musiciansunion.org.uk/

On this site for the British Musicians' Union, you can "find out what the Musicians' Union stands for and what it can do for you. Read the latest articles fresh from the pages of the Union's newsletter, Musician. Essential advice regarding managers, contracts, gigging abroad and much more."

National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
http://www.grammy.com/

"An organization of recording professionals which present the Grammy Awards and educational, cultural, professional development and human service programs." Site contains information about the academy's educational and philanthropic efforts, plus an in-depth look at the academy's Grammy Awards.

National Music Publishers' Association
http://www.nmpa.org/home/index.asp

"Currently representing more than 600 American music publishers, NMPA has worked to interpret copyright law, educate the public about licensing, and safeguard the interests of its members. To insure a fair and orderly market for everyone involved in music publishing, NMPA is dedicated to the protection of music copyright across all media and across all national boundaries."

Society for Ethnomusicology
http://www.indiana.edu/~ethmusic/

The society was founded in 1956 to "promote the research, study, and performance of music in all historical periods and cultural contexts. (It is) multidisciplinary in concept and worldwide in scope." Information included here on meetings and membership, also graduate programs and recent issues of the society's journal, online, and other ethnomusicology links. There are restricted areas for members.

The Society for Music Theory
http://societymusictheory.org/

A fairly recent society, which was established in 1977 "in order to promote music theory as both a scholarly and a pedagogical discipline" has an ambitious web site with information for music theory online, virtual poster session, directory, and a bibliographic database searching tool for society publications.

Songwriters Association of Canada
http://www.songwriters.ca/

"Our mission at the Songwriters Association of Canada is to significantly improve the creative and business environment for songwriters in Canada and around the world. We are an association run by accomplished and active writers. Songwriters is committed to the development and recognition of Canadian songwriters by pursuing: A favorable environment for Canadian composers and lyricists, who have the right to benefit from, and receive fair compensation for, the use of their work; The advancement and enjoyment of the craft of songwriting through educational programs, networking opportunities and other services; A united front for songwriters in dealing with government, the music industry and the general public... Membership in Songwriters is open to anyone writing songs, from amateur hobbyist to professional hit-maker, in any style of music" There's information here about the association and upcoming events. Other areas of the site are available to members only.

Songwriters, Composers And Lyricists Association Inc.
http://www.scala.org.au/index.htm

"SCALA is a non profit, voluntary association formed in 1987 to encourage all styles of original music" in South Australia. Website includes: "Details about SCALA, activities, history etc; SCALA News excerpts; Venue details; CD Catalogue Articles on aspects of original music; Links pages."

American Federation of Musicians
http://www.afm.org/public/home/index.php

Founded in 1896, it is the "largest union in the world representing the professional interests of musicians. The AFM works to improve musicians' wages and working conditions, and in support of all the arts and arts education." This web site provides local unions' web pages, FAQs on how to hire a musician, and articles on labor issues.

International Committee of Musical Instrument Museums and Collections
http://www.music.ed.ac.uk/euchmi/cimcim/

CIMCIM (Comité International des Musées et Collections d'Instruments de Musique) is one of "25 international committees of ICOM, the International Council of Museums, and was established in 1960... to promote high professional standards in the use and conservation of musical instruments in museums and collections." The site provides some collection links, and a large file of technical drawings of instruments in members' collections.