We have a detailed history of Tin Pan Alley thanks to invaluable information from the Historic Districts Council in their “Brief-ish History of Tin Pan Alley” written in 2008, and Michael Minn in his piece “Tin Pan Alley”, part of his “New York City” photography collection project. As both accounts cover both overlapping and different information, we present them both below. Many thanks to them both for their thorough and dogged research and insightful presentation.
Our Mission
The Tin Pan Alley American Popular Music Project (TPAAPMP) promotes appreciation for the historic beginning of American popular music and the modern music business on and around West 28th Street in New York City.
We work to create and sustain a dynamic community of enthusiasts, supporters, and sponsors. We actively advocate for music and cultural literacy for the public at large, and we work to educate and inspire current and future musical artists.
Tin Pan Alley An Encyclopedia of the Golden Age of American Song / By David A. Jasen
The Songs Of Tin Pan Alley [Double CD]
In pursuing our goals, we tell the stories of the songwriters, music publishers, songs, and events that shaped the sound and industry of American popular music as the 20th Century began. These stories are conveyed in performances, presentations, tours, and in educational and community outreach. Our ultimate purpose is creating connection through the power of music - specifically, through this essential element of New York City and American cultural history: the music of Tin Pan Alley.