The Chinese Musicians' Association (Chinese: 中国音乐家协会; pinyin: Zhōngguó Yīnyuèjiā Xiéhuì; abbreviated CMA) is China's largest and most important musical organization. It was established in July 1949 by the Communist Party of China. According to its website, the association's responsibilities include "contact, coordination, and service." The association promotes new musical composition, organizes music competitions, provides rewards and commendations for prominent musical contributions, and sponsors musical research. It also carries out foreign musical exchange, bringing Chinese music to the world. The organization's staff numbers nearly 100. It publishes several periodicals and publishes audio and video recordings. The Chinese Musicians' Association maintains nine specialized committees and 60 secondary academic societies.
