C. Alan Publications was founded in 1989 by Cort McClaren. With humble beginnings as a publisher of high-level percussion literature, C. Alan quickly expanded into the worlds of band literature, chamber music, and orchestral music. Regardless of the genre, C. Alan Publications has always maintained the highest standards of musical integrity, making it the go-to source for performers and directors alike.

Beginning with a handful of outstanding composers, C. Alan Publications set out to attract even more world-class artists in each area it represents. Today, the finest composers publish with C. Alan and enjoy worldwide distribution of their music and unparalleled encouragement.

C. Alan Publications boasts a first-class team of professionals that strives to provide supreme service to our composers and to our customers. Now under the ownership and guidance of Nathan Daughtrey, the company will maintain the same level of excellence while constantly looking to the future.