{"id":76016,"date":"2026-10-06T16:42:24","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T14:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.musikzeitung.ch\/?p=76016"},"modified":"2026-10-06T16:42:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T14:42:24","slug":"das-musikleben-braucht-freiheit-und-vielfalt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.musikzeitung.ch\/en\/basis\/smr\/2026\/10\/das-musikleben-braucht-freiheit-und-vielfalt","title":{"rendered":"The music scene needs freedom and diversity"},"content":{"rendered":"
Closing Statement from the Conference of Music Councils of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland in Leipzig<\/strong><\/p>\n On October 5 and 6, 2026, the heads of the national music councils of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland (D-A-CH) met for the 20th time for their annual closed-door conference to discuss cross-border issues in music policy. The European Music Council also participated in the exchange as a guest. As is customary, the meeting took place in Germany this time, at the invitation of the German National Library in Leipzig.<\/em><\/p>\n In their closing statement, the three music council members make it clear:<\/p>\n Investments in musical life are investments in the future. Politicians and society are therefore called upon to work together to safeguard and further develop the framework conditions for musical life\u2014and thereby promote a strong musical education system, a robust music industry, and a vibrant diversity of musical practices.<\/strong><\/p>\n Music Needs Freedom The music industry needs a clear regulatory framework for the digital market Artificial intelligence requires a clear regulatory framework that enables both artistic freedom and entrepreneurial activity. Rights holders must receive an appropriate share of the value created, and there must be fair, transparent, and enforceable procedures. In the streaming sector, the introduction of common remuneration rules in Germany is an important step and a sign of greater fairness.<\/p>\n Music Needs Public Broadcasting Music needs appreciation and support Abschluss-Statement der Tagung der Musikr\u00e4te Deutschlands, \u00d6sterreichs und der Schweiz in Leipzig Am 5. und 6. Oktober 2026 trafen sich die Spitzen der nationalen Musikr\u00e4te von Deutschland, \u00d6sterreich und der Schweiz (D-A-CH) zum 20. Mal zu ihrer j\u00e4hrlichen Klausurtagung, um l\u00e4nder\u00fcbergreifende Themen der Musikpolitik zu diskutieren. Als Gast nahm auch der Europ\u00e4ische Musikrat am Austausch […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58066,"featured_media":76017,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_relevanssi_hide_post":"","_relevanssi_hide_content":"","_relevanssi_pin_for_all":"","_relevanssi_pin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_unpin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_include_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_exclude_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_no_append":"","_relevanssi_related_not_related":"","_relevanssi_related_posts":"","_relevanssi_noindex_reason":"","pgc_sgb_lightbox_settings":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1597],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-76016","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-smr"],"acf":{"author":"Thomas Wiederkehr, SMR"},"yoast_head":"\n
\n<\/strong>In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, artistic freedom is guaranteed by the constitution. It is not a matter of political approval: Artistic freedom is a fundamental right and, as such, the foundation of any funding policy. Independent art makes it possible to experience perspectives beyond words, especially in music. It literally trains us to listen\u2014in our engagement with one another and also in the freedom to think differently, to embrace diversity, and to dare to try something new.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>The creative industries are a driver of growth and a source of innovation in Europe; their development depends on the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights. There is a pressing need for action in this area at both the national and European levels.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>Public broadcasting plays a central role in making music visible and audible. Its mission is to represent the rich cultural diversity of our countries. That is why we support reform and transformation processes that strengthen public broadcasting\u2019s role in democracy and ensure adequate funding.<\/p>\n
\n<\/strong>It strengthens society in many ways and has been shown to promote good health. Even in times of scarce resources, this must be reflected in adequate public funding for the music sector.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"