Texas Music Office

The Texas Music Office (TMO) in the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism is the first and longest-running state music office in the nation. Since 1990, TMO has fostered the economic development of Texas music businesses, Texas musicians, and Texas communities. Since 2016, TMO has operated the first and only state-wide Music Friendly Community Program in the nation, an extensive network of 60+ certified Music Friendly Texas community partners across the state. The TMO also serves as a clearinghouse for Texas music industry information, acts as a liaison between music businesses and government offices, publicizes significant industry developments, and attracts essential music industry to the Lone Star State. A vibrant Texas music industry supports local job creation while drawing visitors from around the globe, attracting a talented workforce across industries, and supporting business recruitment and expansion efforts throughout the state. The TMO is the sister office to both the Texas Film Commission (TFC), and Travel Texas, all of which are in the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism.