We work with classical musicians, ensembles, producers and institutions to bring new recording projects to life. From first idea to final master, Istituto Discografico Italiano offers a complete range of services: artistic planning, label placement, digital and physical distribution, and long-term catalogue care.
On this page you will find an overview of how we can support your next album or digital release across our three labels: IDIS, Vermeer and Artemisia.
On this page you will find an overview of how we can support your next album or digital release across our three labels: IDIS, Vermeer and Artemisia.
Every project begins with careful planning. Together with the artists and producers we define the concept of the album, the repertoire and the intended audience. We can assist with repertoire research, sequencing, session planning and budgeting, always with a focus on musical coherence and long-term catalogue value.
Our artistic direction can support you in choosing venues, engineers and instruments, and in aligning the recording schedule with your artistic and practical needs.
Our artistic direction can support you in choosing venues, engineers and instruments, and in aligning the recording schedule with your artistic and practical needs.
We pay particular attention to sound quality, editorial accuracy and the historical or stylistic context of each project. Our catalogue spans early music to contemporary repertoire, with a special sensitivity for original research and rare works.
Depending on your needs, we can follow the recording sessions on site or remotely, providing feedback on takes, balance and interpretation, and coordinating the final editing, mixing and mastering stages.
Depending on your needs, we can follow the recording sessions on site or remotely, providing feedback on takes, balance and interpretation, and coordinating the final editing, mixing and mastering stages.
Once the master and artwork are approved, we prepare your project for distribution. Depending on the chosen label and format, we will deliver the album to digital platforms and, where applicable, to physical distributors and specialist shops.
Our goal is to give your recording a long and visible life: clear metadata, accurate credits and stable availability across major international platforms are central to our work.
Our goal is to give your recording a long and visible life: clear metadata, accurate credits and stable availability across major international platforms are central to our work.
| Channel | Examples | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Streaming platforms | Spotify, Apple Music, Deezer, Amazon Music | Worldwide availability, playlists and library presence. |
| Download stores | iTunes / Apple Music, Amazon, other specialist portals | High-quality download formats with clear metadata. |
| Classical specialist platforms | Naxos Music Library and similar services | Particularly relevant for libraries, universities and professionals. |
| Physical distribution | CDs via selected distributors and online retailers | Available for IDIS and Vermeer titles, according to project profile. |
Beyond recording and distribution, we offer a range of editorial and promotional services. These can include booklet texts and translations, proof-reading, track documentation, and the preparation of detailed recording credits.
We also collaborate on cover concepts and overall album design, respecting the visual identity of each label and of the artists involved. New releases can be highlighted on our website and in the Blog, with dedicated news items and curated presentation texts.
We also collaborate on cover concepts and overall album design, respecting the visual identity of each label and of the artists involved. New releases can be highlighted on our website and in the Blog, with dedicated news items and curated presentation texts.
If you wish to propose a project, please prepare the following materials:
- a short description of the programme and its artistic or musicological interest;
- the complete list of works and movements;
- biographical notes on the artists and ensemble;
- links to recent recordings or live performances (audio or video);
- an indication of any existing funding or institutional partners.
