The British BMG Federation (BMG)
The British Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar Federation - BMG exists to promote the performance and education of banjo, mandolin and guitar.It organises events like the festival and rally and the BMG summer school. Other projects include development of syllabuses for both banjo and mandolin. A quarterly newsletter keeps its members informed.
website: www.banjomandolinguitar.co.uk

The European Guitar and Mandolin Association (EGMA)
The European Guitar and Mandolin Association is an organisation set up to promote guitar and mandolin music throughout Europe (and is the umbrella organisation for the European Guitar & Mandolin Youth Orchestra). Its membership comprises organisation like the BMG from countries in the European Union.
Website: www.egma-online.org

The Victoria College of Music
Victoria College of Music, London exists to provide an independent system of examinations that encourage young people and mature students to take up and progress the study of self made Music, Speech and Drama. They offer examinations in mandolin.
Website: Victoria College of Music

ALP Scots Music Group
Based in Edinburgh, the Scots Music Group plays a significant role in Scotland's vibrant melting pot of traditional music. Through the provision of classes, workshops and a variety of social events, the organisation encourages active participation by students and tutors in traditional music.
Website: www.alpscotsmusic.org

The Scottish Folk Directory
An information resource of folk and traditional arts.
Website: www.scotfolk.org

Federación Española de Guitarra e Instrumentos de Plectro (FEGIP)
Spanish Federation of Guitar and plectrum instruments.
Website: www.fegip.com