Take REMA/Early Music in Europe’s New Survey

The lingering effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, the upheaval of global conflict, rising pressure on artists and the arts, the urgency of climate change, the rapid digital transformation and inflation have all left their mark on our activities. To support this changing landscape, REMA is inviting all early-music professionals to contribute to a series of short thematic surveys. These surveys covers key areas such as digital practices, diversity, audience engagement, funding, and sustainability. A special survey targeting promoters and ensembles focuses on the dynamics of concert programming.

Anyone involved in the early music sector, REMA members or not, is welcome to participate. Take the survey.

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