Business Details
50 Years
experience
Your Premier Source for World and Folk Music
Established in 1976, Arc Music has pioneered the preservation and promotion of world and folk music. Our mission is to share traditional and contemporary ethnic music globally, offering the largest catalog spanning over 120 countries. With expertise in sync licensing, weve partnered with major film studios, television networks, and global brands to deliver culturally authentic soundtracks. Our team combines decades of industry experience with a passion for cultural preservation, ensuring every project meets the highest standards of quality and authenticity.We pride ourselves on maintaining direct relationships with artists worldwide, fostering innovation while honoring musical traditions. As a trusted leader in the field, we provide transparent licensing solutions, comprehensive artist support, and a commitment to client collaboration that has defined our reputation for nearly five decades.
Services
Sync Licensing
World Music Publishing
Artist Management
Catalog Sales
Music Licensing Consultation
Ethnic Music Distribution
Cultural Soundtrack Curation
Rights Clearance Services
Global Artist Representation
Traditional Music Archiving
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have the largest global catalog of traditional ethnic music
- Our team has decades of expertise in sync licensing for major productions
- We partner directly with artists from 120+ countries
- We offer transparent licensing solutions for film and media
- We control both master and publishing rights for many tracks
What people say
Overwhelmed by the number, range, and quality
Leaders in traditional world and folk music
Bottomless wealth of folk and roots music
Staggering array of world music
Tradition as a template for creative production
Services
Sync Licensing
We provide expert synchronization licensing for film, television, and commercials. Our team helps clients find culturally authentic music from 120+ countries. With relationships across the entertainment industry, we facilitate rights clearance for both master recordings and publishing.
World Music Publishing
Our publishing division represents traditional and contemporary folk music globally. We work directly with artists to preserve cultural heritage while enabling modern adaptations. Our catalog includes over 700 albums featuring detailed cultural context and artist information.
Artist Management
We represent international artists specializing in traditional music forms. Our management services include recording production, rights administration, and global distribution. Artists benefit from our industry connections and commitment to cultural preservation.
Catalog Sales
Our extensive catalog offers physical and digital distribution for ethnic music. With over 700 albums available through our website and retail partners, we provide high-quality recordings accompanied by cultural context and artist biographies.
Rights Clearance
We facilitate comprehensive rights clearance for film, TV, and commercial projects. Our team handles both master and publishing rights, providing transparent licensing agreements. We advise on third-party clearances when needed and offer alternative solutions.
Questions
What types of music do you specialize in?
We focus exclusively on world and folk music from over 120 countries, including traditional ethnic recordings and contemporary adaptations.
Can I license music for film or TV?
Yes, we provide sync licensing for film, television, and commercials with expertise in cultural music placement for major productions.
Do you own both master and publishing rights?
We typically control both rights for our recordings, though we'll advise when third-party clearances are required for specific tracks.
How do I search your music catalog?
Browse our website by genre, artist, or album, with audio clips available for preview and licensing information provided.
