Caribbean sounds: 1.2 million for Carinthia's music academy!

Caribbean sounds: 1.2 million for Carinthia's music academy!

In a crucial turn for the cultural landscape of Carinthia, financial support of 1.2 million euros for the Carinthian Music Academy (CMA) for 2025 is expected in the upcoming government meeting. This decision was emphasized by Governor Peter Kaiser as essential for the promotion of music and education. "The Carinthian Music Academy is a cultural heart of our country. It is a place where music and education shake hands," said Kaiser, who also thanked Managing Director Marion Rothschopf-Herzog and her team for the successful implementation of the program, as was Click Carinthia reported.

The CMA in Ossiach, which was founded in 2009, has established itself as a competence center for practical music training in the Alpe-Adria area. In 2024, the academy recorded more than 30,000 participants in courses and seminars, which represents an increase of about 3,000 days compared to the previous year. In addition, over 8,000 overnight stays in the region were counted, which underlines the high demand for its wide range of training, ranging from classical music to pop. In addition to various master classes and workshops, the CMA has also been offering a unique acting course since 2018, which appeals to both young talents and career changers, so The CMA.

Training and cooperation

The CMA cooperates closely with the Gustav Mahler private university for music and thus positions itself as a significant concert location in Carinthia. Your versatile offers aim to not only convey musical skills, but also to contribute to the cultural diversity of the region. The CMA's training opportunities are geared towards the needs of a broad target group, which makes it an important player in the Austrian cultural scene.