Playing a Vital Role in the 21st Century
The IAWM is proud of its historical contributions towards the progress for women in music and continues to press for equality for performers, composers, researchers, and educators.
News & upcoming events:
29th Annual Search for New Music (2010) Deadline and Guidelines Announced
Pauline Alderman Award Winner Announced - June 2009
Winners of New Music Competition Announced - May 2009
Annual Concert Works Selected - May 2009
The 2009 Newly Elected IAWM Board Members
Welcome to the International Alliance for Women in Music
The International Alliance for Women in Music (IAWM) is a global network of women and men working to increase and enhance musical activities and opportunities and to promote all aspects of the music of women. The IAWM builds awareness of women's contributions to musical life through:
- Publications
- Website and free listserv
- International competitions for researchers and composers
- Conferences and congresses
- Concerts
- Entrepreneurial efforts of its members
- Advocacy work
IAWM activities insure that the progress women have made in every aspect of musical life will continue to flourish and multiply.
Join IAWM & our 500 international members to make a difference!

