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Directory of classical music record labels.
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A-Z Classical Music Record Labels Provider Directory
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ACCENT
Independent early music label.
www.accent-records.be
ACOMA
Provider of original classical orchestra works, chamber ensembles and solos for woodwinds, brass, piano, and string instruments.
www.acoma-co.com
Angel Records
Recording and repertoire company that is the US branch of EMI Classics. Responsible for promoting all recordings on the EMI Classics and Virgin Classics labels in the US.
www.angelrecords.com
Arsis Audio
Label specializing in classical music.
www.arsisaudio.com
Arte Nova
Classical music label.
www.artenova.de
A.S.V.
Label offering a classical catalog, a jazz and nostalgia catalog, film music, choral music and organ music.
www.asv.co.uk
B
BIS Records
Scandinavian classic record company.
www.bis.se
Black Box
Independent record company featuring a mix of world premiere classical recordings, contemporary and jazz music.
www.blackboxmusic.com
C
Cala Records
Classical music label that combines familiar masterpieces with rare works.
www.calarecords.com
Chandos
Record label providing distribution for early and classical music artists.
www.chandos-records.com
Channel Classics Records
Classical record label.
www.channelclassics.com
Chesky Records
Label offering jazz, world and classical music.
www.chesky.com
Corazong
Provider of international distribution, promotion and marketing for jazz, blues and classical music artists.
www.corazong.com
D
Universal Classics
Worldwide distributor of classical music recordings from the Deutsche Grammophon, Decca and Phillips labels. Part of the Universal Music Group.
www.decca.com
Decca Records
Classic music label.
www.deccaclassics.com
Delos International
Classical music label.
www.delosmus.com
E
EMI Classics
Classic music label, a part of the EMI Group.
www.emiclassics.com
E.S. Records
Classical music label.
www.esrecords.com
G
GM Recordings
Label offering jazz and classical music.
www.gmrecordings.com
Guild Music
Label offering classical music, choir and organ, chamber, instrumental and orchestral works.
www.guildmusic.com
H
Harmonia Mundi
Record label specializing in classical music recordings.
www.harmoniamundi.com
Hyperion Records
Independent classical label devoted to presenting recordings of music of all styles and from all periods from the twelfth century to the twentieth.
www.hyperion-records.co.uk
K
Klassik Akzente
Classic music label a part of Universal Classics, a Universal Music Company.
www.klassikakzente.de
L
Lyric Records
This classic label wishes to preserve the essence of live classical music performances by the great artists of our time, and allows the listener to experience music´s energy as performed without studio editing. Their season consists of four un...
www.lyricrecords.com
M
Madhands Records
Record label that provides blues, rock, jazz, classical and rhythm and blues music.
www.madhands.com
ManRec
Record label that provides management and distribution services for jazz, rock and classical music artists.
www.manrec.com
N
Narada Productions
Record label that provides jazz, new age, acoustic guitar and piano music.
www.narada.com
Marco Polo
Rarity label that is now concentrating on the light classical composers, film music, romantic piano music, as well as 20th century classics and Latin American music. A part of HNH International Ltd.
www.naxos.com
Naxos
Label committed to offering a range of classical music. A part of HNH International.
www.naxos.se
Nytorp Musik
Label that produces fine recordings of classical and chamber music, using some of Scandinavia's finest musicians.
www.nytorpmusik.se
O
Ondine
Collection of Finnish CD recordings including orchestral pieces, chamber works and avant-garde music.
www.ondine.net
Opera Rara
Classical music label.
www.opera-rara.com
P
Pavilion Records
Provider of historical recordings of classical, jazz, nostalgia, light music and spoken word.
www.pavilionrecords.com
Phoenix USA
Compact Disc only label, whose principal interest is classical music of the 20th and 21st century. Special emphasis has been placed on American composers such as Samuel Barber, Ned Rorem, Karel Husa, Peter Mennin, Nicolas Flagello and Irving Fin...
www.phoenixcd.com
Priory Records
Choral and organ music label.
www.priory.org.uk
S
Sargasso
Label specializing in contemporary classical and experimental new music by new composers from around the world.
www.sargasso.com
Sony Classical
Classical music label, a part of Sony Music Entertainment.
www.sonyclassical.com
Stradivarius
Independent classical label devoted to presenting high-quality recording of music.
www.stradivarius.it
Sunrise International Entertainment
Distributor of international classical music, as well as producer and promotor of modern and traditional Chinese music.
www.sunrise-records.com
V
Virgin Classics
Classic music label, a part of the EMI Group.
www.virginclassics.com
Vox Music Group
Classical music label with a unique collection of musical recordings both mainstream and eclectic.
www.voxcd.com
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Guide to Classical Music Record Labels

Learn how to get your compositions in front of classical music record labels


Classical music labels don’t typically generate music and artists in the same way other music labels do. Because a large portion of classical music is performance driven, some classical labels will contact an ensemble or artist after seeing a performance to propose recording options. An opera classical music record label, for example, may approach the performers (and the opera house) of a critically acclaimed, sell-out opera to make a recording.

If you are in the business of performing or composing classical music, this doesn’t mean being sought out by classical record labels is the only way to make classical music for the masses. Just like the latest pop or rock star, you, too, can send a demo to major classical music record labels or hire an agent to get your music out there. To get your compositions heard by classical labels, consider the following:

1. Work with a professional to create a high-quality demo of your very best music before submitting anything to a classical recording label.

2. Hire a music agent to help get your demo in front of major classical record companies.

3. Consider peddling your compositions to classical record labels on your own.

Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Spend time on a demo before contacting classical music labels Music demos are a great way to show off your wares. Use them for self-promotion to a classical record company, as an entry for a classical music contest or as practice in the recording process. Don't let your talent be overshadowed by poor quality production; spend the money to do the demo right.

I recommend:  The Classical Recording Company can help with making a classical music demo. Its demo package includes a three-hour recording session with an engineer and producer, post-production tweaking and 10 copies of the demo on CD. Also check out Blue House Productions for a studio with musicians, engineers and producers who have been in the business for more than 20 years.

Hire an agent to help you get in front of classical music record labels Just like most areas of the entertainment industry, it's not what you know, but who you know. Well, music agents and other professionals have connections with classical record labels to get you one step closer to getting your compositions recorded and heard.

I recommend:  Canti Classics represents a wide range of performing artists and composers. Find a list of music agents around the world at SimplytheBest.

Contact classical music record labels on your own If you decide to attempt to get a record contract with a major classical record label or an independent classical music record label, be sure to send a demo with your best work first; an 8X10 high-quality photo of you or your ensemble; and a biography that discusses your goals and experience as a musician - local reviews, performance dates, etc. The more professional this demo package, the better.

I recommend:  Check out the long list of classical artists at Sony Classical and EMI Classics. Record Labels & Companies Guide has a list of major labels and independent labels. The A&R Registry is a music industry publication that is updated every eight weeks with the A&R contact of every major classical music record label and independent classical music label throughout the United States, Canada and the UK. This is a vital resource for anyone in the music business.


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Learn how to get your compositions in front of classical music record labels.
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