The Music Resource Center was initially established as a non-profit organization in 1991. It was founded by a group of music professionals, including musicians, educators, and administrators. The organization's mission was to provide access to music resources and information to the public, with a focus on supporting music education and research.
The early years of the Music Resource Center were focused on building a collection of music resources, including books, scores, recordings, and other materials. The organization also began to offer educational programs and workshops, as well as providing access to music research facilities.
Over the years, the Music Resource Center has grown significantly and expanded its services. In 2010, it merged with the Music Library Association, which brought together two organizations with similar missions and resources. Today, the Music Resource Center operates as a division of the Music Library Association, providing a wide range of services and resources to the music community.
The Music Resource Center's collection includes over 100,000 books, scores, and recordings, as well as a variety of other music-related materials. The organization also offers access to a number of online resources, including databases, journals, and streaming music. In addition to its collection and online resources, the Music Resource Center also provides educational programs and workshops, as well as consultation services for music educators and researchers.
Through its efforts to provide access to music information and resources, support music education and research, and promote music performance, the Music Resource Center has become an important resource for musicians, educators, scholars, and librarians around the world.