Spotlight Markets From Western Europe to the Caucasus: Sharing Market Knowledge of France, Armenia and Georgia

Saturday 11 April at 15:1516:15 in Capella

From established Western European ecosystems to fast-emerging scenes in the Caucasus, this panel explores how different music markets evolve, connect, and create opportunities across borders. France, Armenia, and Georgia each offer distinct models—shaped by infrastructure, culture, and international positioning—yet share common challenges in export, visibility, and sustainable growth.

Bringing together key voices from across the region, the discussion looks at how artists and professionals navigate these markets, what support systems exist, and where collaboration can unlock new pathways. What can these regions learn from each other, and how can stronger connections reshape the wider European music landscape?

Speakers:

  • Mariam Karashvili-Laan, Founder of Music Export Georgia
  • Koka Gogokhia, Owner of Stockton Records
  • Sevak Avanesyan, Cellist, Founder and Artistic Director of Kapan International Music Festival
  • Lusine Voskanyan, Artist Manager, Founder of Oberton Music Company and Armenian Music Network (AMN)

Moderator:

  • Benjamin Demelemester, International Project Manager at CNM (Your French Music Partner)

Curated by Music Estonia