The musicainfo.net database has comprehensively expanded its content and functions to enable conductors, music teachers, choir leaders and active musicians to research and plan programs even more efficiently. The latest updates include revised compulsory piece lists, an expanded literature database, thousands of program notes and practical download and correction options. This article presents the most important new features and shows how users can benefit from them.
- Revised and supplemented compulsory piece lists for Germany, Austria and Switzerland
The lists of compulsory pieces for competitions and competitions in Germany, Austria and Switzerland have been updated and expanded. The lists are now fully accessible via the database and provide a reliable basis for the selection of works for competitions. Conductors receive an up-to-date overview of the prescribed works, which facilitates the planning of competition programs. Music teachers can prepare their students specifically for the requirements. Active musicians can quickly find the relevant pieces for their participation in competitions.
- Integration of the “Austrian Youth Literature Database”
The database has been expanded to include the “Austrian Literature Database“, which specifically includes works by Austrian composers and arrangers. This supplement provides a comprehensive overview of musical literature from Austria and enables a targeted search for regional works.
- Expansion of the “program notes” to almost 8,000 works
Program notes for almost 8,000 works are now available for full members. These notes provide background information on compositions and performance practices that are essential for program design and understanding the works. Conductors can make informed decisions when putting together concert programs. Music teachers use the notes to provide context and background knowledge to their students. Active musicians gain valuable insights into the works they perform.
- Integration of approx. 300 concert announcements
Around 300 concert announcements have been added to the database. These can be found using the full-text search with the keyword “concert announcement” and are usually available in two versions – a short and a detailed version. These “concert announcements” serve as a template and can of course be changed or supplemented to suit your own requirements.
Concert announcers can be inspired and create their own professional concert announcements. Active musicians gain insights into the formulation and structure of concert programs.
- Further links to publisher’s editions and external sources
For over 24,000 works, further links to publishers’ editions and external sources such as Wikipedia or the Wind Repertory Project and other important sources of information have been added. These links enable in-depth research and direct access to sheet music. Conductors save time searching for sheet music and background information. Active musicians can quickly access additional resources to prepare their performances.
- Provision of download links for more than 20,000 works
Direct download links are now available for over 20,000 works. Users can conveniently download sheet music and other documents. Conductors and music teachers have quick access to sheet music and can prepare rehearsals more efficiently. Active musicians** save time and effort in procuring sheet music.
- New function: Error and correction feedback
With the new “Report correction in text or error in data record” link, users can directly point out inconsistencies or errors in the data. This function helps to continuously improve the quality of the database. All users have the opportunity to actively contribute to improving the database.
Conductors, music teachers and active musicians benefit from a database that is always up-to-date and error-free.
The latest enhancements to musicainfo.net offer conductors, music teachers, choir leaders and active musicians a wealth of new possibilities. From updated compulsory piece lists and extended program notes to practical download and correction functions – the database is now even better tailored to the needs of its users. Use the new functions to make your musical work more efficient and better informed.
