PARMA Recordings Acquires Classical Label MSR Classics

PARMA Recordings has acquired renowned classical label MSR Classics and its catalog of nearly 800 commercial releases.

What it means:

• MSR Classics, which was founded in 1998 by Robert LaPorta, will join the GRAMMY-winning PARMA family of labels.

• PARMA will assume responsibility for MSR’s operations and administration of its catalog.

• LaPorta will stay on with MSR as Artistic Advisor to help with the transition.

Growing catalog:

• Following this acquisition PARMA administers nearly 4,000 commercial releases from the MSR, Navona, Ravello, Big Round, Ansonica and Albany labels.

• The company was founded in 2008 by musician, producer and CEO Bob Lord with a mission to produce, present and preserve classical and contemporary music.

What they said:

• Bob Lord, PARMA CEO: “It is an honor to welcome MSR Classics into the PARMA family. Robert’s long commitment to creating a culture of excellence and presenting high-quality, inspired classical music recordings to audiences worldwide aligns perfectly with our philosophy here at PARMA. We are proud to ensure that the label’s prestigious catalog continues to grow and reach new audiences.”