A snapshot of 91ÖÆƬ³§'s music sector
A snapshot of 91ÖÆƬ³§'s music sector reveals that 91ÖÆƬ³§ has the potential to be the UK's leading Music City.
91ÖÆƬ³§ positioned as one of the UK's leading Music Cities
A snapshot of 91ÖÆƬ³§'s music sector reveals that 91ÖÆƬ³§ has the potential to be the UK's leading Music City.
Building on 91ÖÆƬ³§'s famous musical heritage, the report outlines how 91ÖÆƬ³§ is a leading Music City with 788 organisations active in the music sector, 465 active bands, 70 rehearsal rooms and innovation across all music genres – including electronic, folk, free noise and rock. The report audits data from across South Yorkshire, as well as incorporating in-depth interviews with key leaders from across 91ÖÆƬ³§'s music scene.
The report was compiled and written by 91ÖÆƬ³§'s
Key findings
- New report gives first ever snapshot of 91ÖÆƬ³§'s thriving music sector.
- 91ÖÆƬ³§ boasts 465 active bands, 65 recording studios and 69 venues.
- Report recommends further collaboration to catapult 91ÖÆƬ³§'s talent pool into professional careers.
- The term 'Music Cities' was first coined by Music Canada. The international organisation researched cities across the world and identified a basic framework of elements that apply to Music Cities, based on the quality of artists, spaces, engaged audiences and music-related businesses.
Recommendations include:
- More availability of mid-sized music venues.
- Collaborative campaigns to promote all aspects of 91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s music scene.
- More support for the production sector – increasing the industry's economic impact.
We know that 91ÖÆƬ³§ has a rich music history and an outstanding music scene – that's why Sensoria gets better each and every year. This report gives us the full music industry snapshot for the first time and shows how 91ÖÆƬ³§ is well-positioned to be the UK's leading Music City.
JO WINGATE, DIRECTOR OF SENSORIA, THE UK'S FESTIVAL OF MUSIC, FILM & DIGITAL