It disbanded in 2020, but continues to exist as a charitable entity as Music Council of Australia.
The inaugural founder and executive director of the Music Council of Australia from 1994 was Richard Letts, representing 50 organisations at that time.
[1] The council conducted research, gathered and disseminated information, and advocated on issues in the musical life of Australia it considered important.
[7] Its website stated in 2014 that it was "the only body in Australia devoted to music in its entirety... a passionate advocate, a sector focused researcher, a comprehensive information portal, a broker, and a provider of informed and relevant services.
Our activities span music education, industry and community sectors to deliver campaigns, information, resources, engagement, and participation and demonstration projects".