Classical: NEXT, Berlin 12-15 May 2025

Classical: NEXT is the international networking and exchange hub dedicated to classical and art music, for all professionals – artists, managers, presenters, orchestras, labels, educators, press, media, publishers and more. 

Classical: NEXT consists of a conference, project pitches, showcase concerts, trade fair, awards and networking. More than 1,400 music professionals from 49 countries made the 2024 edition the largest in the event’s history. 

The Scottish Music Centre, in partnership with Creative Scotland, organises the Scotland stand at the Trade Fair, runs the delegate bursary programme and supports and promotes our classical sector internationally.

 

Meet the 2025 Delegates

 
crowd of delegates gather around scottish stand at classical next
classical next conference overview with delegates gathered around stalls