Selected at the global music showcase festival Babel Music XP. Taking place in Marseille, France, from March 19–21, Babel Music XP focuses primarily on the field of contemporary global music. It is a conference–showcase festival presenting both contemporary and traditional world and jazz music.

Nearly 2,000 music industry delegates will be in attendance, ranging from festivals and programmers to managers and record labels. From a music market perspective, Babel Music XP offers a broad scope, with delegations represented from the Nordic countries, India, South Korea, Taiwan, Brazil, Colombia, and Canada. Considerable emphasis is also placed on cooperation with and the promotion of Mediterranean countries.

Music Estonia, in cooperation with the Estonian Traditional Music Center, coordinates the delegation, the Estonian exhibition area, networking events with professionals from the host country, and a reception. The project is supported by the Ministry of Culture, with the Embassy of Estonia in Paris as a partner.

Estonian events at the festival:

Thursday, 19.03, 14:30–15:15
Daytime showcase: Maarja Nuut

Thursday, 19.03, 15:30–16:15
Daytime showcase: Kuula Hetke

Friday, 20.03, 16:00–17:00
Reception: Meet Estonia Happy Hour 

Saturday, 21.03, 12.00–13.00
Estonian networking speed meetings

See the Estonian delegation and events