Feasibility study on a future European Music Observatory

Project summary

This study explored the feasibility of establishing a European Music Observatory and analysed market trends and funding needs for the music sector. Structured in two parts, the first (led by Panteia) assessed the potential for a data collection organisation to support evidence-based policy. The second part (led by KEA) focused on analysing market dynamics, identifying funding gaps, and mapping stakeholders to support future EU-level music support measures.
  • Lead partnerPanteia (NL)
  • ClientEuropean Commission (DG EAC)
  • Funding programmeEuropean Commission Tender
  • Period2018-2019
  • RegionEU-28
  • ServiceResearch, Policy
  • Statuscompleted

KEA's contribution

KEA led the second part of the study, conducting desk research, interviews, surveys with ministries of culture, and data analysis. It developed a European inventory of music stakeholders and provided policy recommendations to guide future EU support for the music sector, contributing to the strategic foundation for a European Music Observatory.

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