Dear colleagues,
Full of interesting presentations, musical sessions, and in-depth discussions on Artistic Research, EPARM 2025 took place at the beginning of April, this time under the perfect hosting of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre in Tallinn. From AEC, we extend our thanks to the hosts and participants for your active contributions to yet another successful event. Read more about EPARM in this newsletter.
Empowering Artists as Makers in Society, the overarching theme of the now formally concluded ARTEMIS project, remains highly relevant and continues to shape AEC’s work in these months. This happens both through the dissemination of reports and recommendations from the project, and as a guiding principle in our advocacy work, where we are investing considerable effort in promoting culture and artistic education within the many important processes at the EU level that are currently laying the foundation for policies and budgets for the coming years.
Last week, new AEC members were welcomed at the traditional online introduction meeting, and with the latest admissions, the membership number has now reached a record high of 317. At AEC, we are, of course, delighted by this support, which inspires us in our daily work and efforts to continue delivering value and quality to our members.
Best wishes,
Finn Schumacker, AEC Executive Director
2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for European politics, with major shifts expected in EU priorities. AEC is actively engaged in several advocacy campaigns to ensure that culture, the arts, and artistic education remain a strong focus in future European policies.
From 3–5 April, EPARM 2025 brought together 180 participants in Tallinn, at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre, for inspiring performances, research presentations, and vibrant discussions on the future of artistic research in music.
Discover AEC’s new publication, designed to inspire and support institutions starting or undergoing curriculum changes, to align with the evolving identity of musicians as “makers in and of society.”
So far, the acquisition of knowledge and experience in Artistic Research has often been left to music performance students' initiative or even chance. Recent activities and events give reason to hope that this is about to change.
We are proud to announce Designing Voices for Our Lives, a powerful and inspiring initiative that will take center stage at the World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan. This project reflects the Expo’s overarching theme: “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.”
In the wake of a national tragedy and sweeping academic pay cuts, the Academy of Arts Novi Sad calls for international solidarity. Join the effort by sharing their message and supporting an online art auction to aid affected faculty.
The HarMA International Seminar event, was hosted by the Conservatori Superior de Música "Joaquín Rodrigo" de València in Valencia, Spain, from 14 to 16 April.
Watch the videos to immerse yourself in the world of Opera Out of Opera 2, from backstage preparations and make-up to interviews, immersive rooms and small glimpses of the performances put in place by project partners.
A look at MusiQuE’s latest activities and upcoming plans: reviews scheduled for 2025, MusiQuE Peer Reviewer training in Bangkok and highlights from the April Board meeting.
The March 2025 TUNE Intensive Week in Rauland brought together students and staff from across Europe to explore Norwegian folk music, dance, and culture.
AEC Events
17-20 September 2025
Liszt Academy in Budapest
Annual Meeting for International Relations Coordinators 2025
5-8 November 2025
Mozarteum University, Salzburg
AEC Congress and General Assembly 2025
Call for AEC Events 2027
The AEC is looking for active member institutions willing to host AEC events in 2027.
The deadline to apply to host AEC events in 2027 is 1st July 2025
AEC Vacancy Platform
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