ISMN frequently asked questions
More detailed information is also available in the ISMN Users' Manual. 1. What is an ISMN? An ISMN is a 13-digit standard number that is used to uniquely identify publications of printed music anywhere in the world. The ISMN service within Australia is managed National Library of Australia, on behalf of the International ISMN Agency located in Berlin, and operates as a free service to the music publishing industry. 2. What types of publications are eligible for ISMNs? Most publications of notated music, whether available for sale, hire, or gratis, are eligible for an ISMN. These include: sco...
Source: nla.gov.au