Canadian Music Centre | Centre De Musique Canadienne

The Canadian Music Centre/Centre de musique canadienne (CMC) was established in 1959. CMC is a dynamic and established charitable Not-for-Profit organization. With five regional offices across the country, the CMC provides access for performing organizations, the cultural community and individuals to an extensive collection of music and recordings (both digital and on-site). Its music rental and publishing services include 24,000 works created by just under 1,000 Associate Composers that are also available online at cmccanada.org. By supporting innovative programming, promoting composers and performers and engaging audiences with education programs, Digital Content Coordinator helps to maintain the legacy of Canadian concert music and ensures the voice of Canadian composers is heard for generations to come. MISSION: The Canadian Music Centre is the catalyst that connects you to the ever-evolving world of Canadian musical creation through performance, education and promotion. PURPOSE: The CMC provides unique resources for exploring, discovering, and performing Canadian music. We are passionate about nurturing a musical community that honours our legacy and supports the professional development of Canadian musicians and composers. VISION: The CMC inspires fresh perspectives, celebrates inventive composers, and provides transformative experiences. We champion artistic diversity and embrace Canada’s rich cultural heritage in creative centres across the country and internationally. VALUES: Our values intentionally guide all aspects of the CMC’s activities. Music plays a vital role in the lives of all Canadians and contributes to a more vibrant and engaged society.