EU Contemporary Music Exchange 5: Belgium, Luxemburg & Wales
Transnational collaborations open up new artistic perspectives, enrich practice and are becoming increasingly indispensable in the face of a European cultural landscape under growing political and financial pressure. Yet it is rarely straightforward: even between neighbouring countries, working methods, structures, and funding systems can differ considerably. And beyond the major festivals and venues, the landscape remains largely unmapped.
Country Presentations: Belgium, Luxembourg & Wales
Discussion: Cross contamination: sound, contemporary music and other disciplines
The workshop opens with presentations on the contemporary music landscapes of Belgium, Luxembourg and Wales, followed by a discussion on “Cross contamination: sound, contemporary music and other disciplines”.
Contemporary music increasingly exists in dialogue with other artistic fields, blurring boundaries between genres, disciplines, and sectors. From collaborations with visual arts, dance and theater to intersections with technology, science and social practice, these cross-disciplinary encounters generate new creative possibilities and expand the reach of sound-based work.
Drawing on perspectives from Belgium, Luxembourg and Wales, the session will examine the ways in which their sound and contemporary music scenes collaborate with other genres, disciplines, and sectors. How do these partnerships reshape creative processes and artistic outcomes? What institutional frameworks and funding models support interdisciplinary practice? How do such collaborations open up new audiences and contexts for contemporary music?
Hosted by: Flanders Arts Institute, Kultur | lx – Arts Council Luxembourg and Tŷ Cerdd | Music Wales
Experts/Special Guests:
Moderator: Les Vynogradov
Workshop Series
The workshop series Contemporary Music Exchange in Europe provides an in-depth look at the diverse landscape of contemporary music across the continent, drawing attention not only to the well-known festivals and venues, but to the wider ecosystem of artists, curators, and initiatives that shape each national scene.
Each bimonthly online workshop focuses on two European countries, combining presentations on their distinct musical landscapes with discussion rounds featuring local musicians, curators, and producers. Participants gain practical knowledge of working methods, funding structures, and key platforms, along with the opportunity to make direct contact with potential collaboration partners.
Details
- Where: All workshops are held online via zoom. The access link will be provided upon registration.
- Language: English
- Target Audience: The workshop series is aimed at professionals from the contemporary music scene across Europe including ensembles, musicians, composers, curators, and music managers. It is particularly designed for independent artists and organisations looking to expand their international presence.
- Modular Format: The workshops are independent of one another and can be attended individually based on your interests and needs.
