International Association of Music Information Centres

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The International Association of Music Information Centres (IAMIC) is a worldwide network of organisations that document and promote contemporary music.

History

In 1958, a number of representatives of national music information centres formed a group under the UN's

International Association of Music Libraries (IAML) in 1962.[1]

In 1986 the International Association of Music Information Centres (IAMIC) was founded, with its own board of directors. In 1991, IAMIC became fully independent and broke away from the IAML.[1]

Description and functions

The IAMIC is based in Belgium.[1]

Each member music information centre promotes and documents the music of its own country of region over a variety of musical genres including contemporary

concerts, competitions, conferences) to the public.[citation needed
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While each member organisation focuses on the promotion of musical activities in their country or region, IAMIC works to promote international exchange on issues of common concern and brings these organisations together for collective projects.[citation needed]

References

  1. ^ a b c "About". The International Association of Music Centres. Retrieved 13 October 2023.

External links

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