Early Recordings Association

Early Recordings Association (ERA) is an open-access resource dedicated to early recordings. Aimed at general public, enthusiasts, and academics, ERA brings together the past, present, and future of early recordings research. Welcome to our website, where you can become an ERA member, read or contribute to our Journal, check our rich repository of resources, or join our events! 

Join the Early Recordings Association

Members directory

Membership is free and open to researchers, students, performers, curators, technicians, collectors and early recordings enthusiasts.

Resources

Our repository collects historic recordings, and technical specifications of acoustic recording technologies, along with links to online resources associated with early recordings research.

Journal

Our dedicated journal publishes contemporary and historic research on early recordings.

Events

Upcoming and historic conferences, symposia and networking events are listed in the events section.

Events

On campus

Tue 01 Jul 2025 - Thu 03 Jul 2025

Early Recordings Association (ERA) Conference 2025

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