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A sprawling, antiquated cityscape; fairytale atmosphere; centuries-old castles preserved and pristine: it's no secret why Prague is a historical hotspot for artists, writers, and Hollywood productions like author Dan [...]

photo: Gary Eskow | credit Dion Ogust Composer Gary Eskow has a penchant for dualities — discipline and spontaneity, craft and instinct, tradition and discovery. It’s a sensibility that [...]

Known as “music’s golden seal of approval,” the Global Music Awards honors artists on an international scale who have contributed substantial works to our musical world. We’re proud to [...]

Our new Featured Recording Opportunity brings the Czech Studio Orchestra to PARMA's Studio Martínek in Prague to record short works for chamber orchestra for a commercial release focused on [...]

The first time the Meridian Arts Ensemble found themselves hauling gear into a living room instead of a concert hall, they may have wondered if someone had gotten the [...]

PARMA Recordings is pleased to announce its acquisition of the renowned classical label MSR Classics and its catalog of nearly 800 commercial releases.  The company, founded in 1998 by [...]

photo: Matouš Zukal | credit: Petra Hajská New classical music is blooming in recording studios around the world this spring, with several orchestral and solo piano sessions taking shape [...]

photo: Tippet Rise | credit: Adam Lysák The American West has long been a source of inspiration for new music, from the arid soundscapes of frontier folk songs to [...]

photo: Janáček Philharmonic Orchestra | credit: Maxim Bajza With 31 days in the month and nearly every one spent recording new classical music, March kept the PARMA production team [...]

photo: Radek Baborák | credit: Petra Hajska February brought several contemporary composers together to begin recording new classical music submitted to PARMA’s recent Featured Recording Opportunity with celebrated hornist [...]

photo: Miroslav Sekera, Josef Špaček, Radek Baborák | credit: Petra Hajska The production team kicked off 2026 in a big way, navigating 180 minutes of music in sessions across [...]

photo: Dan Brown | credit: Petra Hajska December brought a variety of new music to be recorded by PARMA’s production team. From original music recordings with author Dan Brown [...]

Successful releases often gain traction through a broad mix of platforms and strategies. Traditionally reviews were the cornerstone of classical music publicity. A well-placed critique in a respected publication [...]

A common dilemma persists in contemporary classical music: How can a new work gain momentum beyond its premiere? While premieres offer prestige, too many compositions fade quickly from view. [...]

You’ve composed the work, gathered the performers, and recorded the music — now what? If you’re aiming to share your classical music with the world, understanding how licensing works [...]

Tight budgets and impractical travel logistics can turn a dream recording session into a major hurdle, and many artists are rethinking how they bring their music to life.  With [...]

You care about the music you’ve produced, and you want the whole world to hear it too. Here are a few key steps to gaining exposure for your classical [...]

For a genre that’s positively impacted listeners around the world for centuries, knowledge on how to record classical music is still a relatively new concept, and one that is [...]

Opera: it’s a genre with centuries of success to its name, characterized by numerous art forms coming together to create one fulfilling production. Invigorating music, sonorous stories, extravagant sets and [...]

As the pandemic reshaped many facets of musical entertainment, it became increasingly clear that new avenues must be paved to perform and enjoy live music. To make the most [...]

Stuart Weber, guitar virtuoso and a true “Western original” (The Denver Post), already had a passion-filled, prolific career behind him when he came to PARMA. The road ahead for the [...]

Working with composers in the 21st Century connects one with inspiring people–a fact which we can attest to, in particular through our dozens of Recording Opportunity initiatives. Over the [...]

Throughout history, humans have progressed through the process of improvement. We’re always on the hunt for the most effective, efficient solutions. In the world of music, we’ve gone from [...]

All great stories start somewhere. Lindsey Goodman’s story with PARMA began as a flutist on one piece in a multi-composer album. Through various collaborations and exciting events along the way, [...]

Woodwind Quintet music offers a treasure trove of nuance and emotional depth, with a bright and warm essence that’s playful, inviting, and in some instances, exhilarating. Navona Records’ WINDSWEPT [...]

What do you get when you pair a GRAMMY®-winning production team with a sharp-dressed string quartet and a diverse suite of contemporary classical music? QUADRANTS VOL. 5, the recent [...]

Pairing today’s leading performers of classical music with the deeply-creative voices of contemporary composers is a surefire way to produce a remarkable album. Take that same combination to the [...]

Photo: Sistema New Brunswick Children's Orchestra Performs Wild Symphony with author Dan Brown Wild Symphony continued its romp around the world this month, recently landing in New Brunswick with the [...]

photo: Houston Chamber Choir, chamber orchestra, Brubeck Brothers and Paul English Quartets | photo credit: Jeff Grass Photography What happens when two celebrated jazz quartets, a chamber orchestra comprised [...]

Brubeck! A Celebration is a one-of-a-kind tribute concert celebrating Dave Brubeck’s contributions to jazz and his explorations of new musical forms. The concert is a core element to The [...]