Songburd Music
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| Status | Active |
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| Founded | 2020 |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Distribution | Worldwide |
| Publication types | Sheet Music, Books, Printed Content |
| Imprints | Brass in Color, Songburd Music, Songburd Connect |
| Official website | www.songburdmusic.com |
Songburd Music is an American music publishing company founded in 2020, specializing in self-publishing, print-on-demand, and distribution services for independent composers and publishers. Headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, the company aims to provide composers with the tools and resources needed to professionally publish and distribute their music globally.
History
[edit]Established in 2020, Songburd Music was created to address the challenges faced by independent composers in publishing and distributing their works. The company offers a platform that allows composers to upload, print, and sell their sheet music through various outlets, including their own marketplace and third-party retailers.[1]
In 2024, Songburd Music introduced Songburd Connect, a self-publishing platform designed to enable composers to independently publish and distribute their music across multiple platforms.
The company has collaborated with several notable artists, composers, and non-profit organizations, including the ATLYS String Quartet,[2] Ari Fisher, and the Bridges Musical Arts Youth Organization.[3]
Services
[edit]Songburd Music provides a comprehensive suite of services for self-publishing:[4]
- Print-on-Demand: Composers can upload their scores and have them printed as needed, reducing upfront costs and inventory management.[5]
- Distribution: The platform facilitates the distribution of digital sheet music to various retailers and libraries.
- Consultation: The company meets with composers to offer advice on navigating the publishing industry.
- Editorial: Songburd Music provides editorial services for books and scores including, copy, music and formatting editing
Awards
[edit]Paul Revere Awards for Music Engraving
| Year | Award | Category | Result |
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| 2019 | Music Teachers Awards for Excellence | Print Music Resource | Finalist |
| 2022 | Paul Revere Award | Fretted Instruments | 1st Place[6] |
| 2023 | Paul Revere Award | Choral Music | 2nd Place[7] |
| 2024 | Paul Revere Award | Solo Instrument | 1st Place[8] |
References
[edit]- ^ "Distribution". Songburd Connect.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "ATLYS Music - Sheet Music".
- ^ "Bridges Musical Arts Youth Organization Donors".
- ^ "Songburd Music Publishing Services".
- ^ "Print Options".
- ^ "2022 Paul Revere Awards, Music Publishers Association".
- ^ "2023 Paul Revere Awards, Music Publishers Association".
- ^ "2024 Paul Revere Awards, Music Publishers Association".