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Click on a musical category to view best sellers, critics choices and new releases for that category. Use advanced search to search by composer, performer or name of work.

Choral

Here is American music performed by the best of Americais choral groups — ranging from short pieces by assorted composers to recordings of works by Ned Rorem, Adolphus Hailstork or Richard Wilson. Whether your tastes are conservative or avant-garde, there is much to explore.

Opera

Albany Records is the label for important contemporary opera from Daniel Catan's Florencia en el Amazonas to the ever-popular Crucible by Robert Ward.

Vocal

Albany Records has one of the best catalogs of American vocal music in existence! From the four-volume series of Ives songs to art songs by women and African-American composers, our catalog is the best choice.

New Releases

Albany Records' new release schedule is more active than ever! You will find information about new and upcoming releases here including hybrid SACD releases and world premiere performances.

Organ

Albany Records emphasizes such Americans as Leo Sowerby, William Albright, Herbert Bielawa, and Frank Speller. We are proud to feature first recordings of American master Ned Rorem.

Best Sellers

Some of the most popular releases in the Albany Records catalog are found here — discs that range from the solo instrumental to the orchestral. This is a good place to start for new comers to our offerings.

Orchestral

Our forte! Albany introduces you to the complete symphonies of George Lloyd as well as works by Roy Harris, William Schuman and Walter Piston. Don't forget our growing catalog of highly-acclaimed wind ensemble discs.

Wind Ensemble

Some of the best wind ensembles in North America explore the rich variety of music written for this instrumentation. Where else will you find a complete recording devoted to the music of John Barnes Chance — the incredible music of David Maslanka — or many other gems of the repertoire, including an opera written by Daron Hagen for wind orchestra.

Instrumental

One of the best selections of American piano music — Benjamin Lees, Robert Starer, Leo Sowerby — as well as works for a surprising variety of instruments — even euphonium (one of our best-selling titles).

Chamber

Albany Records explores the rich variety of music for chamber ensembles by American composers. From High Anxiety Bones to the Arditti Quartet, we offer one of the finest, most diverse catalogs of modern chamber music of any label.

Winds & Brass

Whether your interest is wind quintets, Schubert lieder arranged for French horn and piano, to hear some of the finest brass players from around the country, or to explore new repertoire, you'll find a treasure trove of music in great performances for your listening pleasure.

Percussion

Music for percussion ensemble — a concerto for maracas and orchestra — music for marimba in SACD surround sound — you'll find a treasure trove of music to explore and enjoy. Philip Glass, David Maslanka, William Kraft and other great composers are all represented in fine recordings.

Digital Downloads

You can now download digital files from either iTunes or Amazon direct from our website. Simply click on the iTunes or Amazon buttons to purchase full albums or individual tracks. New releases are available for download 30-60 days after release of the standard compact disc format.

Podcasts

Want to know more about your favorite music? Take a listen to the Albany Records podcast for news, in-depth discussions of new and notable titles, and interviews with some of the composers and performers featured in our catalog. Hosted by Albany Records' own Michael Bregman, you'll find them informative and stimulating.

News

Find the latest news from Albany Records and our roster of distinguished composers and performers. Check here often for information about premieres, awards, commissions and performances.