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Vision 2030 sets the direction for developing music education
The Vision 2030 for Music Education is a shared outlook for the future of the field, co-created by the sector to extend through 2030. The vision process was carried out in 2019–2020 through extensive collaboration across all educational levels and stakeholder groups.
The vision strengthens the shared understanding of the development needs, goals, and actions in music education, and supports regional and national cooperation across the sector.
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Finnish music education is rooted in long traditions – with our gaze directed far into the future.
Themes of the Vision
The Vision consists of three main themes and 25 proposed actions
The Vision is structured around three key themes and 25 proposed actions, forming a shared framework for understanding and responding to the challenges and opportunities facing music education. These themes and proposed actions provide practical tools for developing and reforming music education structures to better meet changing societal needs.
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Music education has an impact on society
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Music education allows cooperation and continues learning to flourish
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Equitable music education is facilitated by suitable structures and resources
Vision 2030 – Read the full publication
The three key themes and 25 proposed actions in the Vision for Music Education guide the development of the field in a changing world.
Summary of the vision
Music education in Finland
In Finland, music can be studied and practiced in many ways throughout life. The Finnish music education system is comprehensive and internationally unique, providing lots of opportunities for practicing music and professional development. Music education is available from early childhood through higher education – and it’s never too late to return to music later in life.
National Visions for Arts Education 2030
In 2022, Vision 2030 for Finnish Music Education was complemented by Visions for Performing Arts and Visual Arts Education. Explore the full set of national arts education visions on the University of the Arts’ website.
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