Grammy In the Schools
An education based site built by the GRAMMY Foundation that informs kids about every aspect of the music industry, and particularly how they can be involved. It includes career advice, detailed information on music careers, schools, interviews with top industry guest, and links.
2496 hits | added on 05.20.05

Songwriters Hall of Fame
SHOF is an adjunct of the National Academy of Popular Music, an international membership organization that sponsors New Writer Showcases, songwriting workshops, network meetings & open mics. Songwriters going to the website should click "About NAPM" for detailed information on all activities & events. Contact SHOF/NAPM projects director Bob Leone through the site or call him at 212-957-9230.
2795 hits | added on 11.02.04

SongwriterUniverse
The most comprehensive list of songwriter associations we've found. Descriptions are among the best- including contact email addresses. Very good for developing your network of resources.
1546 hits | added on 04.20.04

International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC)
international organization that represents 209 authors' societies in 109 countries (including BMI) with more than 2 million creators.
1173 hits | added on 04.08.04

Recording Academy (NARAS)
from the people who present the annual GRAMMY awards, the Recording Academy is an industry community of 18,000+ members with 12 chapter offices across the country.
919 hits | added on 04.08.04

GigAmerica.com
online network that puts musicians from local scenes across the country in touch with each other.
1383 hits | added on 03.23.04

American Federation of Musicians
membership organization that represents the interests of musicians in the US and Canada.
1071 hits | added on 03.23.04

US Copyright Office:
government agency that handles all copyright registration. Site offers online forms as well as information on copyright law.
957 hits | added on 03.23.04

US Patent and Trademark Office
government agency that grants patents and trademarks.
879 hits | added on 03.23.04

Circle of Songs
membership organization sponsored by BMI that offers career development for songwriters, bands and instrumentalists, as well as showcase opportunities.
1265 hits | added on 03.23.04