The Norwegian Composers' Association was founded in 1917, and is a professional organization for professional composers, with the purpose of safeguarding composers' artistic, professional, social and economic interests. The association works to provide the best possible facilities for the development and performance of Norwegian art music, and to create an ever-increasing awareness of this art form. It was the Norwegian Composers' Association that was behind the establishment of TONO in 1928.
NOPA was founded in 1937 and is an interest organization for professional composers and lyricists. The association promotes Norwegian creative music, Norwegian musical works and lyrics related to music. NOPA works to create meeting places, strengthen professional communities and safeguard the artistic and financial interests of its members. NOPA offers project support, work stays in apartments in London, Berlin and Vence, professional seminars and networks. NOPA speaks out for songwriters, lyricists and composers, and conducts advocacy work to ensure the best possible conditions for authors in Norway. The association works to ensure that its areas of focus become visible to the public and among its members.
The Music Publishers Association works to give Norwegian music publishers better conditions for running a creative industry. The organization's members create economic and artistic value and represent over 4500 authors.
The music publishers distribute grants through their support schemes on behalf of TONO, and handle the disbursement of Kopinor funds to Norwegian-registered music publishers. The music publishers work actively with raising the competence and visibility of the work of Norwegian music publishers on various platforms in Norway and the rest of the world. The organization creates meeting places, and provides guidance when it comes to questions about graphic rights and copyright.
The music publishers' biggest event is the Music Publishers Award, which is held once a year. Here, those working in music publishers and their music creators who are members of TONO receive the attention they deserve.
The association's members must have a management contract with TONO.
