Over the past decade, we have witnessed a rapid evolution in the music industry due to technological advancement in both live and recorded music, as well as increasing calls to tackle the root causes of inequality, prejudice and nepotism, which continue to mark the sector. This has created a gap between what is taught in educational settings and the necessary skills young people – particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds – need to succeed.
To understand better how we can support young people to bridge this gap, Youth Music created the Industry Connect Report (tinyurl.com/2fa78m4d), written by Kate McBain (BIMM University) and Dan Tsu (Lyrix Organix) in consultation with almost 200 organisations, including youth services, music charities, further and higher education, community groups, and ‘industry’ organisations.
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