NAXOS MUSIC GROUP: CORPORATE INFORMATION

Established in 1987 as a record label, Naxos was originally founded with the mission of making classical music more accessible through repertoire-driven classical CDs at affordable prices, quickly becoming a preferred label among consumers. Since that time, the company has undergone a truly remarkable transformation and has become a global enterprise that owns, administers and/or distributes a large number of independent record labels. The Naxos name is synonymous not only with classical music recordings, but also with a host of other products and services, from DVDs to books, ebooks, audiobooks, apps, and musical scores, as well as a wide range of online resources and services, for general and professional consumption.

Over nearly four decades, Naxos has redefined how classical music is presented and marketed. Through innovative recording strategies and the acquisition of respected independent labels, the company evolved into the Naxos Music Group. Today, Naxos and its affiliated sister labels together form one of the largest and fastest-growing catalogues of unduplicated repertoire. Over 24,000 titles are currently available at affordable prices, recorded in state-of-the-art sound, both in hard format and on digital platforms. Naxos works with artists of the highest calibre and its recordings have been recognised with numerous GRAMMY® awards, International Classical Music Awards, Gramophone Editor’s Choice Awards and many other international honours. Its audiobooks, apps and subscription services have also garnered countless awards.

Naxos has expanded its global presence by building a network that provides both physical and digital distribution, as well as licensing services, to hundreds of independent and major audio and audio-visual labels.

Naxos continues as a leader and innovator, with particular emphasis on education. NaxosMusicLibrary.com is used by thousands of educational institutions around the world. With almost 200,000 albums from hundreds of labels, it has become a source of choice for a whole generation of students and music professionals. Together with the Naxos jazz, video, publishing and spoken word libraries, these online resources have had a great impact in developing future audiences for the classical arts.

Naxos remains committed to leveraging advancements in technology and media to broaden access to classical music and introduce new audiences to the genre. All our digital services are accessible via smartphone applications, making them readily available anytime, anywhere on mobile devices.

Headquartered in Hong Kong, Naxos was founded and developed by people who love classical music and are passionate believers in its future. The Naxos Group will continue to be a leader and innovator, especially where opportunities arise to make classical music more accessible through content, price and delivery. The three principles of repertoire, value and innovation remain firmly at the heart of all its undertakings.