Queensland

19 May 2026

More Than Notes On A Page – The Music Education Ecosystem In Australia

Written by: QLD Admin

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This new research by Music Australia, shows that music education has been revealed to be one of the biggest economic drivers in the music industry.

It has been officially recognised as  one of the most significant sectors of Australia’s contemporary music industry, generating a massive $1.79 billion in revenue and contributing more to the economy than live performance itself.

Read the report for some fascinating statistics about the work we as music educators do and how we contribute to the National Economy.

https://creative.gov.au/news-events/news/music-education-emerges-major-economic-driver-australias-1076-billion-music

ASME recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the first musicians, storytellers and educators of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, acknowledging their ongoing connection to land, sky and waterways