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1212
Database of music-industry-related Internet information in over 50 countries.
www.1212.com
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Actua Search
Provider of searches for music, movies, games and money.
www.actuasearch.com
All Access Music Group
An online daily source of news, new music, artist information, radio programming tips, show preparation and radio links.
www.allaccess.com
All-Music Guide
AMG licenses their entertainment content databases and technologies.
www.allmusic.com
ARChive of Contemporary Music
Not-for-profit archive, music library and research center that collects, preserves and provides information on the popular music of all cultures and races throughout the world from 1950 to the present.
www.arcmusic.org
Audio Recording Center
Directory resource for analog, digital, home demo, sound software, studios and other recording information.
www.audio-recording-center.com
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CanEHdian.com
Links to Canadian music industry related information.
www.canehdian.com
Carnegie Hall
Provides information on concerts, services offered, gift shop, learning center and history of the renowned New York City concert hall.
www.carnegiehall.org
Ceolas Celtic Music Archive
Information on Celtic music on the internet with an online collection.
www.ceolas.org
Classical Net
The site features reviews of more than 1500 CDs, as well as 5300 files and over 2600 links to a wide array of classical music sites.
classical.net
Center for Black Music Research
Based at Columbia College Chicago, it documents, collects, preserves, and disseminates information about black music in all parts of the world.
www.colum.edu
Swiss Center for Computer Music
Offers professional training, research & production, and diffusion of computer music.
www.computermusic.ch
Traditional Ballad Index
Database to help people find reference information on ballads.
www.csufresno.edu
CultureFinder
Provides an array of listings, editorial content, and access to online tickets for arts events across all genres.
www.culturefinder.com
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CD-Recordable FAQ
Usenet newsgroup for questions on the CD-Rom hardware and software.
www.fadden.com
Finnish Music Information Centre
Provides an information service that involves maintaining different kinds of archives and answering inquiries about every genre of music.
www.fimic.fi
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Wall of Sound
Provides music news, CD reviews, tour dates, charts and features on artists.
wallofsound.go.com
Great SongWriting
Shows how to write great songs, mistakes to avoid; songwriting software, rhyming dictionaries; tips on writing lyrics, verses, chorus, hooks & bridges
www.greatsongwriting.com
Guitar Musician Tablature and Sheet Music
Provider of tablature and sheet music for guitar and bass.
www.guitarmusician.com
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Digital Music: Problems and Possibilites
Essay by William Fisher, March 19, 2000. Topics covered include: benefits and costs, inconclusive legal campaigns and what to do. Options covered include: tie Internet distribution to sales of containers, tax and royalty system, secured forma...
www.law.harvard.edu
Hispano Music and Culture of the Northern Rio Grande: The Juan B. Rael Collection
Online presentation of a multi-format ethnographic field collection documenting religious and secular music of Spanish-speaking residents of rural Northern New Mexico and Southern Colorado.
memory.loc.gov
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Music Network USA
Provides music resources for musicians, bands, songwriters, publishers, recording studios, agents and managers.
www.mnusa.com
Encyclopedia of Record Producers
Covers all the latest record producer activity and contact data and The Encyclopedia of Record Producers Popular Music Database.
www.mojavemusic.com
Music Technology Learning Center (MTLC)
Online retailer of both music hardware and software. Web site provides hobbyists, educators and students with up-to-date information on the world of computers and music.
www.mtlc.net
Music Research
Offers links to various independent record labels.
www.music-research.de
Music Software
Worldwide Internet music resources provided by the William and Gayle Cook Music Library at the Indiana University School of Music.
www.music.indiana.edu
Music Technology
Worldwide Internet music resources provided by the William and Gayle Cook Music Library at the Indiana University School of Music.
www.music.indiana.edu
Worldwide Internet Music Resources
Provides links to musicians, composers, ensembles, journals and more; provided by William and Gayle Cook Music Library at Indiana University.
www.music.indiana.edu
Music Connection
Music magazine providing articles, interviews, information and classifieds.
www.musicconnection.com
Musician's Phone Book: The Los Angeles Music Industry Directory
A music industry directory concentrating exclusively on the music capital of the world, Los Angeles.
musiciansphonebook.com
Music Matters
www.musicmatters.com
MusicScape
Real-time audio, news, views, information and links to music sites on the Web.
www.musicscape.com
Music Newswire
Provides links to the top music news stories, industry stories, features and reviews.
www.musicstation.com
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National Association of Recording Merchandisers
Legislation in Brief at both the Federal and State Levels as well as NARM's position papers.
www.narm.com
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OrchestraNET
Classical music site offering information about orchestras, books, CDs, classical music vacancies, MP3 files, links and more.
www.orchestranet.co.uk
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Recording Studio Menu.Com
Find numerous links to recording studios, music producers and engineers, rental equipment, and recording supply.
www.recordingstudiomenu.com
Recording Industry Association of America
Sites includes best-seller lists, gold and platinum awards database and certification requirements, glossary and frequently asked questions.
www.riaa.com
Rock-and-Pop.com
Dedicated to Rock and Pop music lovers and the promotion of music, from Metal to New Wave, and Indie to Folk. One earth...One People...One Music Whoever you are, whatever you do, tell us about it and we will publish to let all fellow viewers...
www.rock-and-pop.com
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SongNet.com
Allows members to search for song materials to use in particular projects, such as movies and TV.
www.songnet.com
Sonikmatter
Provides news, reviews, interviews and a forum for information exchange on audio hardware, software and related topics.
www.sonikmatter.com
Society for Research in Psychology of Music and Music Education
International forum for researchers working in the fields of psychology of music and music education.
www.srpmme.u-net.com
CCRMA
A multi-disciplinary facility where composers and researchers work together using computer-based technology both as an artistic medium and as a research tool.
ccrma-www.stanford.edu
Streaming Media World
Offers media player reviews, news, tools, tutorials, discussion forums and links devoted to streaming video, audio, MP3, multimedia and gif animation.
www.streamingmediaworld.com
StudioFinder
Pecording studio search engine that allows a search by name, location, equipment, price and area of expertise.
www.studiofinder.com
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Digital Audio
TDK's online guide for information about CD recording via computer and standalone hardware, plus information about minidiscs and blank CDs.
www.tdkdigitalaudio.com
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Waveforge Music Media Planet
Provider of news, samples, downloads, newsletters, links and more.
www.waveforge.com
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Zebra Music
An information depot for musicians featuring contacts, a free Musicians Tip Sheet, gig sharing network, music FAQ and links.
www.zebramusic.com
Music Information
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Songs
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Guide to Music Information Resources

Make the most of available music information resources

By Nikki Davis


Finding information about music can be a breeze. From historic pieces to current day works, finding the downloads, CDs, or printed materials that you need can easily be take care of.

The music industry offers a wide variety of music information spanning from the first tribal sounds to the broad range of genres we now adopt into the musical repertoire of modern day man. From country music information to information on rock music or instrumental pieces, you can now find and often download the specific song or video or whole album of your choice.

To make the most of your music research:

1. Set a goal as to the type of music research or music information that your are trying to find. Tell yourself for example that you are going to find the piece that you heard in the coffee house the other day. It would be perfect for your new store.

2. Think about what genre the piece may be, and gather any background information on the piece to help you begin.

3. Begin your search through traditional means like search engines. Move on as needed to music publications or other music reference resources.

Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done


Seek out general music resources to get you started

Find a wide variety of general music resources like downloads, videos to watch, new releases and more. Most sites for downloads nowadays are a pay-per-piece, though, but the price per song is generally reasonable.

I recommend: Learn about the different music genres from the Indiana University School of Music. Download the latest music videos from Music.com. Watch free music videos from AOL. Check out the new releases listed on allmusic.

Consider joining an industry or music affiliation or group for more music resources

Find a wide variety of music resources through affiliation with a group or association. You can take advantage of networking, continuing education, conferences and more.

I recommend: Join the Americana Music Association, and learn about festivals, conferences and more. Check out the press room of and consider joining the Gospel Music Association. Learn more about the Country Music Association. Find out additional information on the Mu Phi Epsilon music fraternity.

Stay up-to-date on music information through industry magazines

Take advantage of industry publications to stay in the know about the latest in music information.

I recommend: Read up on current artists in Rolling Stone Magazine. Find out the latest industry news from Spin Magazine. Check out music reviews, news and more from Relix. Paste is another industry magazine with news, features, reviews and more.

Take advantage of newsletters and music information databases

Newsletters will keep you updated, and best of all, they come to your inbox, saving you research time. Databases provide a variety of music information.

I recommend: Warner Music Group has a music information site that allows you to sign up for newsletters of your favorite artists, sorted by music label. Browse the enormous selection of music information resources from the University of California Santa Barbara Libraries, including copyright information, directories, music information by genre, associations, instrument information and research centers. The University of Tennessee Song Index has listings for over 50,000 songs.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

  • •  When conducting any music research, be sure and use the genre type in your search description. Specific instruments or time periods are also helpful if you are looking up classical or historic pieces.
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