Conference
Selected by an independent jury, the Conference is one of the key features of Classical:NEXT, offering a wide variety of useful and inspiring themes for all sectors.
Set up to keep delegates up-to-date with new developments and provide the right know-how to cope with current issues, the conference is also a place to find new partners.
It is comprised of the following formats: Conference Sessions, Meet Ups, Mentorings, and off C:N Presentations.
2025 Conference Preview
Explore the first previews of the 2025 Programme. More coming soon.
Discussing insights and implications from current research projects
Empowering communities through music and collective action
Why your orchestra’s branding isn’t attracting new audiences
Breaking the Cycle of "We Should"
Where do we stand and what are the future trends?
Solving the problem of the second performance
Come play at future intersections of technology, literacy, and creativity
How to make classical music meaningfully accessible for disabled people
The conversation we need to start today in order to face what’s NEXT
RIOS Network of Orchestras and Score Catalogue, initiatives of IBERMUSICAS
Reimagining musical participation for art music audiences
Insights from the new German Festival Study
Rethinking the history of music through a global lens
How to succeed in your net zero journey in classical music
Artistic leadership of socially and musically diverse ensembles
Live classical music builds listening skills beyond the concert hall
Using self-determination theory to demonstrate social impact
Exploring alternative ways of working to reposition in a modern world
Changing power structures in the classical music world from the bottom up
A hyper-local approach to community place-making
Formats explained
What is a Conference Session?
The Classical:NEXT Conference is all about connecting and engaging. The jury-selected conference sessions are at its heart, featuring interactive formats such as mini-workshops, group discussions and lively debates, along with presentations and panels.
What is a Meet Up?
Meet Ups provide a place to form new alliances or deepen existing relationships. This semi-formal format provides a platform for established or emerging international networks to get together, brainstorm, develop ideas and connect with potential members or partners.
What is a Mentoring Session?
Ask all your burning questions, exchange ideas and get practical tips from our jury-selected mentors. Choose between one-to-one 45-minute sessions or join a small group for a 45-minute Roundtable session.
What is an Off-C:N Presentation?
Besides the jury-selected Conference programme our Off-C:N Presentations offer delegates an additional space to present their projects, products or services. To learn more, contact us at conference@classicalnext.com.