MUSIC MOVES EUROPE

In recognition of music as an important pillar of European culture, with its high economic significance and audience reach, Music Moves Europe was developed as a pilot programme in 2018.

New tenders and calls launched in 2019 to boost the capacity of the European music sector, from supporting online distribution to developing training schemes and enhancing the sustainability of small music venues.

The inaugural Music Moves Europe Talent Awards took place in 2019, with UK artists Bishop Briggs and Pale Waves selected as winners, and in 2020 Brighton-based band Squid were nominated for the Awards which took place at a virtual Ceremony in 2021.

More than 90 music projects (cooperation projects, platforms, networks) have so far received funding under the current Creative Europe programme (culture strand), with an approximate total budget of €57 million.

Music Moves Europe funding opportunities were available in calls that supported actions such as supporting small music venues, training programmes for young musicians and also enhancing sustainability of European music. Further opportunities will be developed as a key part of the next Creative Europe programme from 2021.

Keychange project, with UK partner PRS foundation, is a pioneering Cooperation Project supporting gender balance in the music industry in Europe and beyond. Music Moves Europe also supports gender equality, sustainability and training in the European music sector.