Sound and Music

Sound and Music is the UK’s landmark organisation for new music and sound. 

Open for business since October 2008, we are the result of bringing together the British Music Information Centre, Contemporary Music Network, Society for the Promotion of New Music and Sonic Arts Network.

From digital platforms to a UK-wide programme of live events, it is our ambition to raise the profile of new music and sound in the public consciousness, building support and audiences for innovative work.  Our learning, participation, and professional development initiatives lead the way for artistic exploration and excellence in this field. 

The Sound and Music website provides a unique concentration of resources, with opportunities for artists, composers and practitioners to upload their work via our on-line community, as well as comprehensive listings of events, video, multi-media, and details of all Sound and Music activities. 

We are totally committed as a team to connecting ground-breaking new work with potential audiences, and warmly welcome anyone who wants to join us on this exciting, pioneering and rewarding journey.

Matthew Greenall
Executive Director, Sound and Music

Our Vision and Mission

Our vision is a world where new music and sound transforms lives, challenges expectations and which celebrates the work of its creators. 

To achieve that goal, we champion innovation, learning, and artistry through:

• exploring contemporary approaches to music and sound creation
• deepening engagement with a high quality programme embracing live events, new technologies and participation
• optimising the impact of our work by raising its profile, developing audiences, and cultivating partnerships

To deliver that mission we are building a full programme of activity and development which consists of four areas:

• Live events
• Digital
• Knowledge and Resources
• Learning and Participation