Europäische Kammermusik Akademie Leipzig

The European Chamber Music Academy Leipzig (ECAL) is an important milestone in protecting chamber music for future generations. Chamber music is very much restricted by economic mechanisms, which are considerably explored. The resulting processes can be monitored in the field very clearly. The sources of chamber music tradition are in the bourgeoisie of the 18th and 19th century. To keep this rich tradition with its impressive musical heritage, the actors in this field – especially the ensembles – need to get able to survive economically on the market. One important key is to build up reputation. Reputation ensures the needed media attention and the willing to pay adequate fees by the audience.