Back in November 2011, I launched the Big List of Classical Music Blogs. At the time, it had just over 300 links to blogs and other websites about classical music. (See here.) I proudly boasted that it was the largest such directory in the world.
As of yesterday, the BLCMB hit the 600 mark – virtually doubling the number of links it provides. Some of this growth has been due to my own tireless scouring of the internet, and some has been the result of people sending me links to sites they feel should be included.
So there we have it: proof that classical-music commentary is thriving online in 2013. The internet has made it possible for "ordinary people" to have their say about the music and performances they care about. It's made it possible to read reviews and articles in newspapers half a world away. And it's made it possible for performers and composers to readily exchange information about their crafts with each other and with their fans.
I'd like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has contributed to the growth of the BLCMB.
To all fellow classical music bloggers: please tell me about blogs and websites that should be added to the BLCMB. And please also add the BLCMB to your blogroll. Spreading the word helps everyone.