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The Association Européenne des Conservatoires, Académies de Musique et Musikhochschulen (AEC) is a European cultural and educational network with around 300 member institutions for professional music training in 57 countries.

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2 September, 2026

AEC unveils new visual identity

AEC is launching a new visual identity, built on a common visual language rooted in the musical staff. It brings our platforms, publications and events into a more coherent whole, while allowing each of them to keep its own distinct character. Find out what shaped the design and where you will see it appear.

31 August, 2026

Updates from EPASA

Meet the five new EPASA National Ambassadors representing Poland, Austria, Norway, Germany and Lithuania, and read about the EPASA Congress 2026, dedicated this year to student wellbeing and personal growth. Both come with an invitation: help EPASA reach students across Europe.

31 August, 2026

New Advocacy Plan

AEC’s new Advocacy Plan turns the organisation’s advocacy ambitions into a practical framework for coordinated action across European, national and international levels. It strengthens alliances, connects AEC with its members and partner organisations, and aims to maintain a strong, visible and influential voice for Higher Music Education in future policy and funding debates.

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Supporting Ukrainian refugees

We call on all AEC member institutions to support students and staff from music education institutions in Ukraine so that they are able to continue their music studies and academic activities in another country without bureaucratic hurdles.

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