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Mapping the context: insights and issues from local government development of music communities

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  06 June 2011

Ailbhe Kenny
Ailbhe Kenny*
Affiliation:
Mary Immaculate College, University of Limerick, South Circular Road, Limerick, Irelandailbhe.kenny@mic.ul.ie
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Abstract

Recent years have revealed local government to be a fundamental stakeholder in the development of arts and music communities. This article provides a context for an exploration and study of the issues, themes and dilemmas that surround local government and music communities. In particular the article provides this examination from an Irish perspective and focuses on recent research to provide insights from local government music practice. Key themes, questions and issues are raised concerning the impact of local government on the development of music communities, how arts agendas are integrated into local government, the tensions between artistic aims and political remits, as well as the ways local government is enhancing musical participation and development amongst communities.

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Research Article
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British Journal of Music Education , Volume 28 , Issue 2 , July 2011 , pp. 213 - 226
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Copyright © Cambridge University Press 2011

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