Conference

Discoverability and cultural diversity in the digital age

Where do we stand and what are the future trends?

The panel discussion will delve into the issue of the availability and accessibility of cultural content on digital platforms, questioning the multifaceted role of algorithmic recommendations in shaping visibility for creators and affecting cultural diversity.

In the fast-changing landscape of music consumption, discoverability has become a crucial challenge for emerging artists, including within the contemporary classical music genre. Algorithms and playlists play a critical role on streaming platforms by driving music discovery, providing recommendations, shaping customer profiles, and influencing listening experiences. At the same time, it is vital to enhance the prominence and visibility of European works on music streaming services, through the promotion of European cultural diversity and niche repertoires.


This panel session will explore the availability and accessibility of cultural content on digital platforms, questioning the multifaceted role that algorithmic recommendations play in enhancing visibility for creators and how this affect cultural diversity.

Esther Gottschalk
Esther Gottschalk (Photo: Hanne Hansen)
Zahra Mani (Photo: David Visnjic)
Jannick Kirk Sorensen (Photos: Cicilie S. Andersen)

Chaired by

Esther Gottschalk (Netherlands)
Director, Dutch Composers Association Nieuw Geneco

with

Zahra Mani (Pakistan/United Kingdom)
Vice-President, European Composer and Songwriter Alliance (ECSA)
Dr. Jannick Kirk Sørensen (Denmark)
Associate Professor, Aalborg University, Dept. of Electronic Systems

Venues

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