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2026 Classical Music Plenary, Katowice

Participants of the EBU Classical Music Plenary in Katowice, May 2026, Grzesiek Mart

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20 - 22 May 2026
Physical
National Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra (NOSPR), Katowice, Poland
Members Only

The annual meeting point for radio delegates from classical music channels across the EBU public radio network.

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The Classical Music Plenary is the annual meeting point for radio delegates from classical music channels across the EBU public radio network. It’s a rare opportunity to step back, connect with peers, and exchange ideas with colleagues from across Europe and beyond. The value of these direct conversations – sharing experiences, challenges, and inspiration – really can’t be overstated.

In Katowice, the agenda ranged from digital format development and innovations in linear radio to broader music strategies, advocacy, social impact and value, social media-driven audience engagement projects, audience insight and listening behaviour, marketing, and AI, among other topics.

We take this opportunity to thank our colleagues whose contribution has been key in making this event possible: Andrzej Sułek, Producer, Polish Radio, Adam Balas, Director, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra in Katowice (NOSPR), and Maria Jelonek, Concert Producer, NOSPR.

Venue

National Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra (NOSPR)

plac Wojciecha Kilara 1
Katowice

Video Talks

Official openingMembers Only

Gail Henry (RTÉ), Michael Blees (ORF), Andrzej Sułek (Polish Radio)

Why should anyone listen? An honest reflection on social value, social impact, connection and relevanceMembers Only

David Brophy (WDR), Daragh Hennessy(RTÉ), Pia Kalisher (Swedish Radio), Andrea Mocellin (rbb), Petroc Trelawny (BBC), Nataliia Popudribko (Suspilne). Moderated by Sinéad Wylde (RTÉ)

Public Service Media: trends outlookMembers Only

Florence Hartmann (EBU)

More than a soundtrack – Classical music as a protagonist for the ARD Game jamMembers Only

Sebastian Campsheide (SWR)

Challenging assumptions: are we really user-centric? – Part 1Members Only

Moderated by Benjamin Alber (BR) and Jakob Marstrand (DR)

Inside AAVA: AI Audience Validation AssistantMembers Only

Moazam Sohotra (NPO)

Chats on chats on chatbots: understanding user needs to optimize chatbot designMembers Only

Biz Bond (BBC)

Challenging assumptions: are we really user-centric? – Part 2Members Only

Moderated by Benjamin Alber (BR) and Jakob Marstrand (DR)

Rethinking the clock: do our schedules still make sense?Members Only

Luc Boentges (MSP), Nuno Galopim (RTP), Miina Pärn (ERR). Moderated by Jessica Isaacs (BBC)

Fears, fails and fixes – Creating a social media and Classical Music broadcasting one-pager for 2026Members Only

Clara Sánchez González (RTVE), Chantal Pattyn (VRT). Moderated by Kyle Macdonald (BBC)

BBC Get Singing or how to create meaningful links with an extremely important audience segmentMembers Only

Beth Wells (BBC)

Fashion changes, classics remain: 30th anniversary of Latvian Radio 3 KlasikaMembers Only

Zane Predele (LPSM), Gunda Vaivode (LPSM)

Documents

Agenda Members Only
List of Participants Members Only
Practical Information Members Only
2026-2028 EBU Classical Music Group - Candidates Members Only
2026 Elections - EBU Classical Music Group 2026-2028 - FAQs Members Only

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