Join the AEC Pop & Jazz Platform, 2026!

The next AEC Pop and Jazz Platform Meeting will be held from 12 to 15 February 2026 at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences in Helsinki (Finland) under the title “Power of Music: self-expression, community engagement and wellbeing in music”.

This year’s edition will explore a wide range of topics, including:

• Self-expression in music (improvisation, composition, performance, artistry, etc.)
• Community engagement with music and in music
• Artistic citizenship in music
• Fostering student ownership
• Wellbeing aspects (physical, mental, emotional, societal, etc.) in music and music education

… and many more!

We would like to remind all AEC members to bring their students along to connect with students from other institutions and immerse themselves in the PJP community!

The Deadline for registrations is 30 January (or at reached capacity)

Information related to the fee payment, accommodation, programme, and the registration form can be found on the webpage of the event and will be updated in the upcoming weeks. For detailed information please contact Beatriz Laborda (PJP WG Coordinator) at beatrizlaborda@aec-music.eu

We are very much looking forward to seeing you all in Helsinki!

The AEC Office and the AEC PJP Working Group