New skills programme for music managers in Wales

A new programme of education and training for music entrepreneurs in Wales has been given Welsh Government support.

The one-year project delivered by the Music Managers Forum (MMF) hopes to boost the business skills of Welsh music managers.

Funded through Creative Wales, MMF will be working with Welsh partners including music industry organisations Anthem, Beacons and Focus Wales.

The initiative will also build on MMF’s existing partnership with the University of South Wales.

Activities will include a course on the essentials of music management, with training led by Lu Whitting, manager of the Cardiff band Himalayas.

Travel bursaries will be available to attend events and the MMF is keen that individuals from ‘diverse or marginalised backgrounds’ take part in the programme.

MMF Chief Executive, Annabella Coldrick, said: “The music scene in Wales has always been hugely exciting, and we believe this new programme will strengthen networks and benefit both existing Welsh managers and those looking to break into our profession."