The Arts Council of Wales commissioned a review of the Traditional Music sector in Wales. The quality of our artists is exceptionally strong and traditional music is rooted in communities across Wales, with a deep connection to Cymraeg, culture and the land. Increasingly our traditional music and artists are attracting international attention, and engagement with music is helping to support wellbeing and community development. This review provides a timely opportunity to look at how ACW can best support the sector and how the organisations active within the sector – across all levels – can work more cohesively on behalf of our musicians, communities and audiences.

Angharad Wynne was appointed as Commissioner for the review and Tŷ Cerdd was tasked with project managing the process. This team has an excellent track record of working consultatively across the music sectors of Wales.  Antwn Owen-Hicks, who has a wealth of personal and professional experience within the sector, was the lead project manager on behalf of Tŷ Cerdd, and the team at Trac Cymru offered their expertise, experience and networks. Together, we look forward to working with you and others across the sector to deliver a thorough and collaborative process that will allow you to offer your views and share concerns and ideas for the future of this important sector.